Sweetcorn, kernels, boiled 'on the cob' in unsalted water, weighed with core

Sweetcorn is the kernels of the maize plant. This entry describes sweetcorn boiled on the cob in unsalted water, with the weight including the core. Per 100g weighed this way, it provides 5.6g of carbohydrate, 3g of fibre, 2.1g of protein and 1.1g of fat. These figures are not directly comparable with values for kernels weighed without the core.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while fibre helps support normal bowel function. The salt content is listed as trace, reflecting preparation without added salt. Adding salt or butter changes the nutritional content, which is relevant when monitoring salt, saturated fat or energy intake. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.