Health Factor
The variety of KFC sides is very appealing but all are not healthy. Corn on the cob is the healthiest selection on the KFC menu. It does not contain many calories, fat or sodium. The green beans, mashed potatoes with gravy, baked beans macaroni and cheese and KFC Biscuits are all high in sodium. The macaroni and cheese KFC sides contain the most sodium.
All KFC sides have less those 300 calories and minimal fat. That is great news for people who are dieting. There is no need to worry about weight gain when choosing these KFC menu items. However, these fast food selections have little to no nutritional value. Surprisingly, the macaroni and cheese has more nutritional benefits than all of the other KFC sides. It contains a good amount of calcium and vitamin A.
Quality
Most side options on the KFC menu are of good quality. The biscuits are usually soft and fluffy. They can easily be reheated in the microwave as well. The KFC potato wedges are one side item that could use improvement in this category. Sometimes, they are stale or lukewarm. This all depends on where and when you order these particular KFC sides. The quality of your KFC potato wedges will depend on the staff at your chosen location.
Price
This is one area where KFC side orders are a rip-off. They can cost anywhere from $1.99 up to $4 before taxes are added. These prices would be acceptable if KFC served adequately sized portions of its side items. Instead this fast food restaurant provides only two options. You can get an “individual” sized item or a larger “family” sized item. The smaller and cheaper option comes in a container small enough to feed a 3 year-old child.
There is only so much food that can fit into the container that is provided for KFC sides. It is like throwing your money away for maybe five spoonfuls (or fork full) of food. The larger size is worth buying because you get more food. However, it costs way more at the same time. A side item that costs $4 is about the same price for one sandwich or other main menu items at dozens of fast food restaurants. Therefore, price is not one of the best features of KFC sides.
Taste Test
The macaroni and cheese does not taste that great. However, that all depends on where you get it and what your preferences are. Most of the other KFC sides are appetizing. The biscuits can be eaten alone or with jam, butter or honey. KFC mashed potatoes are on the best tasting side items offered. However, the Cole Slaw from KFC continues to be a favorite among many women and men. This preference is fitting because the Cole Slaw tastes great.
Verdict
If you have been to KFC but have not tried many of the side items, you are missing out on something good. They are overprized but taste great and will not make you fat. Then again, it can be possible to gain weight if you combine KFC sides with other menu items and eat them frequently. Do not expect to order an individual side item and eat it as one quick snack. It may not fill you up and instead cause much anger and lingering hunger. Still, KFC sides are a great choice for those looking for a tasty alternative to French Fries.
