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Fiber-containing, low-calorie vegetable side
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Sautéed baby corn (130 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 66 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 54.6 µg of Folate covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 47 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 130 g
86
KCAL / 130G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 10% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 cup (chopped) | 130 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 8 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 10 g | 7 kcal |
| 6 piece (small) | 48 g | 32 kcal |
| 12 piece (medium) | 96 g | 63 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 119 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 260 g | 172 kcal |
Calculated from 66 calories per 100 g.
Sautéed baby corn is young, immature corn cobs cooked quickly in a pan with a little oil. It is often seasoned with garlic, pepper, or herbs, and can be served as a side dish or added to stir-fries.
To keep sautéed baby corn crisp, dry it well, preheat the pan, and cook in a single layer rather than crowding the pan. Turn the pieces as they brown, and leave the lid off so steam does not soften them.
Yes, canned baby corn works for sautéed baby corn. Drain and rinse it, then pat it dry before adding it to a hot pan; excess liquid can make the corn steam instead of sauté.
Sautéed baby corn tastes mildly sweet and grassy, with a tender crunch when it is not overcooked. Because its flavor is subtle, it takes well to garlic, chili, soy sauce, citrus, and other seasonings.
No, baby corn is harvested while the cob is still immature, before its kernels develop like those on regular corn. Its small cob is tender enough to eat whole, so sautéed baby corn does not need to be stripped into kernels.
No, you usually do not need to boil baby corn before sautéing it. Fresh baby corn can go straight into a hot pan; if the pieces are especially thick, cut them lengthwise so they cook evenly.
Sautéed baby corn keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat them in a pan if you want to bring back some of their browned texture.
Yes, you can freeze sautéed baby corn in an airtight freezer-safe container once it has cooled. Its texture may become softer after thawing, so reheat it in a hot pan and expect less crunch than when freshly cooked.
Sautéed baby corn pairs well with bell peppers, snap peas, mushrooms, broccoli, and carrots. Add vegetables that need longer cooking first, then stir in the baby corn so it warms through without becoming too soft.
Yes, fresh baby corn can be eaten raw after thorough washing, though sautéed baby corn is cooked. Raw pieces are crisp and mild; canned baby corn is already cooked and is best drained before adding it to a sauté.
Vitamins
Folate
54.6µg · 14% DV
B5
0.52mg · 10% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
338mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Sodium
10mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 86 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (130 g):
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Sautéed baby corn is made from young corn cobs picked before the kernels mature, then cooked briefly in a little oil. It has a mild sweetness and a tender-crisp bite, and is often used in Asian-style stir-fries. At home, it can also be added to a quick vegetable sauté or served alongside meat, fish or tofu.
Serve it warm as a side with rice or noodles, or toss it with garlic, ginger and sesame for a simple stir-fry. It provides some fibre and is relatively light, though the amount of oil used affects the overall richness. For a lighter result, cook it quickly over high heat with just a little oil, keeping the cobs pleasantly crisp.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.69g
Omega 6:3 ratio 54.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (54.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.