Mexican Street Corn vs Grains de mais
Overall, Grains de mais has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 9 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Street Corn | Grains de mais |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 135 kcal | 77 kcal |
| Fat | 2 g | 1.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 8.1 g | 7 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 4.3 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 2.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Grains de mais has 43% fewer calories (77 kcal vs 135 kcal).
- Grains de mais has 41% less fat (1.2 g vs 2 g).
- Mexican Street Corn has no saturated fat, while Grains de mais has 0.3 g.
- Grains de mais has 14% less sugar (7 g vs 8.1 g).
- Grains de mais has 65% less salt (0.6 g vs 1.7 g).
- Grains de mais has 37% more fiber (4.3 g vs 2.7 g).
- Grains de mais has 100% more protein (2.5 g vs 0 g).
- Grains de mais has the better Nutri-Score.
- Grains de mais is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Mexican Street Corn lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Mexican Street Corn
CORN, SUGAR, SEA SALT, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), SALT, COTIJA TYPE CHEESE POWDER (BUTTERMILK POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY SOLIDS, SALT, NATURAL PARMESAN CHEESE FLAVOR, SUNFLOWER OIL, RICE STARCH, NATURAL BLUE CHEESE FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVOR), NATURAL FLAVOR (MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL BUTTER FLAVOR), LIME JUICE POWDER (MALTODEXTRIN, LIME JUICE WITH ADDED LIME OIL), NATURAL FLAVORS, CILANTRO, CHIPOTLE PEPPER, GRILL FLAVOR (FROM NON-HYDROGENATED SUNFLOWER OIL)
Grains de mais
maïs doux (Hongrie), eau, sel de cuisine.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Street Corn or Grains de mais?
Overall, Grains de mais has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Grains de mais has fewer calories: 77 kcal versus 135 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Grains de mais has less sugar: 7 g versus 8.1 g per 100 g.