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Corn Kernels

Corn Kernel is a versatile ingredient in cuisines worldwide — eaten fresh, grilled on the cob, or used as kernels in salads, soups and side dishes. It’s known for its sweet, starchy kernels and broad culinary use from Latin American to North American and Asian cooking. Nutritionally, Corn Kernel is an energy-dense starchy vegetable providing primarily carbohydrates and modest protein; it contains useful amounts of B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and selenium and is a reasonable source of dietary fiber. When used alongside protein-rich foods it helps round out meals and contributes to fullness. Overall, Corn Kernel is a generally nutritious, satisfying component of meals: it delivers fiber and micronutrients and pairs well with higher-protein ingredients to boost meal quality.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.55€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Corn.

Calories

86 kcal

4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

3.3 g

7% RDI

Fat

1.4 g

0.3g sat fat

Carbs

19 g

7% RDI

Sugar

6.3 g

13% RDI

Fiber

2 g

7% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Corn Kernels healthy?

Yes, Corn Kernels are very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. They are rich in protective compounds.

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Corn Kernels?

Corn Kernels are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Corn Kernels gluten free?

Yes, Corn Kernels are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Corn Kernels?

100g of Corn Kernels contain 86 kcal, 3.27g protein, 18.7g carbohydrates, 1.35g fat, and 2g fiber.

Q.04Are Corn Kernels vegan?

Yes, Corn Kernels are vegan.

Q.06Are Corn Kernels lactose free?

Yes, Corn Kernels are lactose free.

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