What You Get
KFC coleslaw — shredded cabbage and carrot in the chain's creamy dressing — has been on the South African menu since the first store opened in 1971, and the recipe has barely moved since. At R23.90 it prices level with mash & gravy, and at roughly 600 kJ it is one of the lightest things on the menu.
It is the standard fresh counterweight to a bucket order — one tub per three to four people is the usual ratio.
Coleslaw Price Check
At R23.90, the Coleslaw is the 4th cheapest of 5 items in the Sides range, 9% above the range average of R21.90.
| Option | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Spend less | Mash & Gravy — Creamy mash under KFC's famous gravy | R23.90 |
| This item | Coleslaw — KFC's creamy coleslaw | R23.90 |
| Step up | Large Chips — Large portion of seasoned chips | R25.90 |
Nutrition at a Glance
The Coleslaw comes in at approximately 600 kJ (about 143 calories) — roughly 7% of the average adult's 8,700 kJ daily energy intake.
Estimated Nutritional Breakdown
Typical food-label format (South African R146 layout). “% guideline” is the share of an average adult's daily guideline amount.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % guideline |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | ±600 kJ (143 kcal) | 7% |
| Protein | ±2.1 g | 4% |
| Glycaemic carbohydrate | ±12 g | 4% |
| of which total sugars | ±7.4 g | 8% |
| Total fat | ±9.6 g | 14% |
| of which saturated fat | ±1.4 g | 6% |
| of which trans fat | <1 g | — |
| of which monounsaturated fat | ±4.9 g | — |
| of which polyunsaturated fat | ±3.3 g | — |
| Cholesterol | ±6 mg | 2% |
| Dietary fibre | ±2.4 g | 9% |
| Total sodium | ±110 mg | 6% |
| Potassium | ±180 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | ±21 mg | 2% |
| Iron | ±0.3 mg | 2% |
Vitamins are not shown: South African labels only declare them when a nutrition claim is made, and fried fast food is not a meaningful source — modelled vitamin figures would be guesswork we're not willing to publish.
Figures are estimates modelled on KFC's published nutrition ranges for comparable products — actual values vary by piece mix and preparation. For clinical or allergy decisions use KFC South Africa's official information; see our kilojoule guide and allergen guide.
Coleslaw FAQs
How much does the KFC Coleslaw cost in South Africa?
The Coleslaw costs R23.90 at KFC South Africa as of August 2026. Prices are indicative national prices and can differ slightly by store and on delivery apps.
Is the Coleslaw good value compared with other KFC sides?
At R23.90 it is the 4th cheapest of 5 items in the Sides range, and it sits 9% above the range average of R21.90.
How many kilojoules are in the KFC Coleslaw?
Approximately 600 kJ (about 143 calories), which is roughly 7% of an average adult's 8,700 kJ daily intake. This is an estimate based on KFC South Africa's published nutrition ranges.
