Kale Slaw | Price, Calories & Full Details

The Kale Slaw is the most nutritionally unique side on the Dave’s Hot Chicken menu, and it is also one of the most overlooked. At $3.99 and 270 calories, it is a creamy-dressed kale based slaw that brings something no other Dave’s side offers: fresh vegetable content, dietary fiber, and real acidity from the vinegar-based dressing that resets your palate between bites of spiced chicken. It costs the same as regular Fries ($3.99) and is $0.60 less than Mac and Cheese ($4.59), making it the equal lowest cost option on the sides menu.

The nutrition numbers on the Kale Slaw are worth understanding because they are not what most people expect. At 270 calories, it is lower than both Fries (440 cal) and Cheese Fries (460 cal), but higher in fat than either at 26g. All of that fat comes from the mayonnaise dressing, not from the vegetables. The tradeoff is that the Kale Slaw has only 8g of total carbohydrates compared to 58g in the regular Fries, and it has just 170mg of sodium compared to 1,200mg in the regular Fries.

For customers who are already eating a high sodium combo, the Kale Slaw is the only side on the Dave’s menu that does not add meaningfully to that total. To compare all sides in one place, explore all Dave’s sides on the sides page.

Kale Slaw Price

The Kale Slaw is priced at $3.99 at most Dave’s Hot Chicken locations, the same price as regular Fries. That makes it a cost neutral swap for customers who want something fresh instead of starchy. Prices may vary slightly by location. To find your nearest Dave’s and check local menu availability, visit the find a Dave’s Hot Chicken near you page.

Kale Slaw Calories & Nutrition

At 270 calories, the Kale Slaw is the second lowest calorie substantive side on the Dave’s menu. The 26g of fat comes entirely from the mayonnaise dressing. The standout figures are the sodium at just 170mg and the total carbs at only 8g, both of which are dramatically lower than any other side on the menu. To see the complete nutritional data for the Kale Slaw alongside all other Dave’s sides and meals, visit the nutrition facts page.

Calorie Comparison by Spice Level

Kale Slaw does not have a spice level selection. The calories stay at 270 per serving regardless of what heat level you choose on your main order. The dressing is applied in a fixed amount per portion at all locations.

Allergen Information

The Kale Slaw dressing is egg-based. This is confirmed by the 20mg of cholesterol listed in the verified nutrition data, which reflects the egg yolk in the mayonnaise foundation. Soy is present in the soybean oil base of the mayonnaise. Dairy is not a confirmed primary ingredient but may vary depending on the specific dressing formulation used at your location.

The kale and vegetable base does not contain gluten directly, but Dave’s Hot Chicken shared kitchen environments mean cross-contamination with gluten, dairy, wheat, sesame, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, and other allergens cannot be ruled out. For a complete guide, check the Kale Slaw allergen info before ordering.

Ingredient List

Slaw Base:

• Curly kale (chopped, stems partially removed)
• Red cabbage (shredded, may vary by location)
• Carrots (shredded)

Creamy Dressing:

• Mayonnaise (soybean oil, egg yolk, distilled vinegar, salt)
• Apple cider vinegar
• Sugar or honey (for sweetness balance)
• Dijon mustard (may vary by location)
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Celery seed (may vary by location)

The dressing is mayonnaise-based, which confirms egg and soy as allergens. The slaw is dressed before serving rather than at the table, which means the kale has already begun to soften slightly by the time it reaches you. This is intentional and reduces the raw bitterness of undressed kale. Ingredient lists may vary slightly by location and supplier.

What Makes Kale Slaw Worth Ordering

The Kale Slaw does something no other Dave’s side can do. It is the only option on the sides menu that provides fresh vegetable content, dietary fiber, and real acidity from the vinegar dressing. The acidity resets your palate between bites of spiced chicken in a different way than dairy does. Instead of neutralizing the capsaicin, the vinegar cuts through the fat and spice oil and gives your taste buds a clean starting point before the next bite.

At $3.99, it costs the same as plain Fries, but it delivers a dramatically lower sodium load (170mg vs 1,200mg) and the lowest carb count of any side on the menu. For anyone eating at Hot or above, pairing with Kale Slaw is a smarter choice than adding a second starchy side. If you want both fresh and starchy on your order, the Kale Slaw pairs naturally with Dave’s Mac and Cheese for a two side build that covers fresh vegetables, fiber, protein, and dairy buffering all in one order.

Price Comparison with Other Sides