Mexican Street Corn vs Sweet Corn on the Cob
Overall, Sweet Corn on the Cob has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mexican Street Corn | Sweet Corn on the Cob |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | — |
| Calories | 135 kcal | 94 kcal |
| Fat | 2 g | 1.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | — |
| Sugars | 8.1 g | 7.1 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | — |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 2.4 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
- Sweet Corn on the Cob has 30% fewer calories (94 kcal vs 135 kcal).
- Sweet Corn on the Cob has 42% less fat (1.2 g vs 2 g).
- Sweet Corn on the Cob has 13% less sugar (7.1 g vs 8.1 g).
- Mexican Street Corn has 13% more fiber (2.7 g vs 2.4 g).
- Sweet Corn on the Cob has 100% more protein (2.4 g vs 0 g).
- 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)
Sweet Corn on the Cob
CORN COB
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mexican Street Corn or Sweet Corn on the Cob?
Overall, Sweet Corn on the Cob 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?
Sweet Corn on the Cob has fewer calories: 94 kcal versus 135 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sweet Corn on the Cob has less sugar: 7.1 g versus 8.1 g per 100 g.