Mexican Street Corn vs Supersweet Sweetcorn
Overall, Supersweet Sweetcorn has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Street Corn | Supersweet Sweetcorn |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 1 |
| Calories | 135 kcal | 90 kcal |
| Fat | 2 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 8.1 g | 3.1 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 2.6 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
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has 33% fewer calories (90 kcal vs 135 kcal).
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has 66% less fat (0.7 g vs 2 g).
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has 62% less sugar (3.1 g vs 8.1 g).
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has no salt, while Mexican Street Corn has 1.7 g.
- Mexican Street Corn has 11% more fiber (2.7 g vs 2.4 g).
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has 100% more protein (2.6 g vs 0 g).
- Supersweet Sweetcorn has the better Nutri-Score.
- Supersweet Sweetcorn 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)
Supersweet Sweetcorn
Sweet corn
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Street Corn or Supersweet Sweetcorn?
Overall, Supersweet Sweetcorn 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?
Supersweet Sweetcorn has fewer calories: 90 kcal versus 135 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Supersweet Sweetcorn has less sugar: 3.1 g versus 8.1 g per 100 g.