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Provides fiber and moderate energy
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Boiled then roasted corn has 108 calories. It contains 23.2 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 5 µg of Biotin covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
108
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
23.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 11% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 76 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 165 g | 178 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 216 kcal |
Calculated from 108 calories per 100 g.
Boil the corn on the cob until tender, drain and dry it, then roast it in a hot oven until lightly browned. Brush with butter or oil before serving, or add seasoning after roasting so it clings to the kernels.
Yes, boiling first makes the kernels tender before the oven browns the outside. Drain the cobs well before roasting; otherwise, surface moisture can make them steam instead of develop a lightly roasted finish.
Yes, remove the husks and silk before roasting boiled corn. The exposed kernels can brown directly, and you can turn the cobs as needed; brush them with a little oil or butter if you want a less dry finish.
Dry the boiled cobs thoroughly and place them in a hot oven with space between them. A light coating of oil or butter helps the surface brown; crowded or wet cobs are more likely to steam than roast.
Butter and salt are simple favorites, while chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, or garlic powder add more flavor. Apply dry spices with a little melted butter or oil after roasting so they stay on the kernels.
Yes, frozen corn on the cob can work once it has been thawed and cooked until tender. Drain and dry it well before roasting; frozen kernels sold loose are better roasted separately because they cannot be served as whole cobs.
Yes, after boiling and draining the cobs, finish them on a grill until lightly charred. Turn them occasionally so the kernels color evenly, and keep them away from intense direct heat if they begin to scorch.
Brush the cobs with butter or oil and take them out once the kernels are lightly browned. Roasting them for too long drives off moisture; loosely covering them with foil can help if they need extra time to heat through.
Refrigerate leftover boiled then roasted corn in a covered container within two hours of cooking. It is best eaten within three to four days; reheat only the portion you plan to serve, and discard it if it smells or looks spoiled.
Yes, boil the corn in advance, cool it promptly, and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Roast it shortly before serving for the best browned texture; if you roast it ahead, refrigerate leftovers and reheat them gently.
Vitamins
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
B3
1.7mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
89mg · 13% DV
Magnesium
34mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
270mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Boiled then roasted corn is corn on the cob cooked in water until tender, then browned in an oven. It combines the moist, plump kernels of boiled corn with a lightly toasted surface; the method works well with fresh or frozen corn, though cooking time varies.
Serve it warm as a snack or side, with salt, herbs or a squeeze of lime. In many places, corn on the cob is eaten at outdoor stalls and alongside grilled foods; it also fits easily into a home meal with salad or beans. It provides fibre and moderate energy, so it can be a filling choice between meals. For a lighter serving, skip butter and use seasoning or citrus for extra flavour.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.