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KFC • Low Sodium Guide • Updated June 2026

The Lowest-Sodium Options at KFC

Quick Answer: KFC has 14 low sodium options. The best — and the lowest-sodium — is the Sweet Kernel Corn (Family) (280 cal, 10g protein, Nom Score A). Every pick here is 600mg of sodium or less; the FDA’s official “low sodium” label means 140mg or less, so we mark how close each gets in the table below.

14Low Sodium Options
199Total Analyzed
ABest Grade
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
Sweet Kernel Corn (Family)Nom’s Top Pick
Great sodium & sat fat. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
A
280
10g
67g
10mg
FDA low-sodium
2
Corn on the Cob (Family)
Great sodium & sat fat. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
A
280
9g
67g
15mg
FDA low-sodium
3
Coleslaw
Great portion & fiber. Watch the sugar. Light on protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
B
170
1g
14g
180mg
light
4
Apple Turnover
Low on nutrients. Great sodium & portion. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
B
230
2g
32g
140mg
FDA low-sodium
5
Café Valley Chocolate Chip Cake (1 Slice)
Low on nutrients. Great sodium & sat fat. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
B
300
4g
39g
260mg
light
6
Café Valley Lemon Cake (1 Slice)
Great sodium & sat fat. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
220
2g
30g
170mg
light
7
Café Valley Mini Chocolate Chip Cake
Great sodium & sat fat. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
300
3g
49g
190mg
light
8
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh
Grilled. Great sugar & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Original Recipe pressure-cooked, Extra Crispy deep-fried
C
150
17g
0g
420mg
moderate
9
KFC Cornbread Muffin
Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
210
3g
28g
240mg
light
10
Café Valley Mini Lemon Cake
Great sodium & sat fat. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber & protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
300
3g
43g
230mg
light
See all 14 low sodium options at KFC
The Nom Score read

KFC’s 14 low sodium options are led by the Sweet Kernel Corn (Family): Nom Score A (90/100), 280 calories, 10g protein, and 10mg sodium. The Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh carries the most protein at 17g. Most come from the Desserts menu (5 of 10). Sodium runs 10–420mg across the picks. 3 picks clear the FDA’s 140mg “low sodium” line; the rest land between 141 and 600mg.

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at KFC don’t meet low sodium criteria:

!
MNT DEW Sweet Lightning (20 fl oz)
drink, not a meal — only 120 cal (min 150)
!
BBQ Baked Beans (Family)
2810mg sodium (max 600)
!
7UP (20 fl oz)
drink, not a meal
!
7UP (30 fl oz)
drink, not a meal
!
Classic Lemonade (1/2 Gallon)
drink, not a meal — 780mg sodium (max 600)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Low Sodium at KFC

Skip the cheese, which often adds 200-400mg sodium
Ask for no salt on grilled items when possible
Choose fresh salsa over prepared sauces
FAQ

Common questions about low sodium at KFC

Is KFC good for low sodium diets?

Yes — KFC has 14 low sodium options, topped by the Sweet Kernel Corn (Family) (Nom Score A).

What’s the best low sodium option at KFC?

The Sweet Kernel Corn (Family) is the best choice with 280 calories, 10g protein, and a Nom Score of A.

What is the lowest-sodium item at KFC?

The lowest-sodium option at KFC is the Sweet Kernel Corn (Family) with 10mg sodium (280 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from KFC’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from KFC’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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