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Del Monte Fresh Cut Sweet Corn Cream Style
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Del Monte Fresh Cut Sweet Corn Cream Style

DEL MONTE
14.75 oz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
1g
Protein
6g
Sugars
340mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Del Monte Fresh Cut Sweet Corn Cream Style (14.75 oz) sits squarely in the canned-vegetable aisle, shelved with other canned corn, peas and beans and often nearby canned soups and ready-made sides. The label leans on heritage-brand trust — Del Monte’s green-and-red palette and “Fresh Cut” language evoke garden-grown corn, while callouts like “non-GMO” and “preservative-free” create a mild health halo that appeals to mainstream, family-oriented shoppers looking for convenience without sounding overly processed. This product is aimed at busy households, potluck hosts, and mid-market shoppers who want a quick vegetable side or an ingredient to stretch into recipes. Packaging is a standard metal can (often with an easy-open lid) and a wrapped paper label; inside you’ll find a glossy, golden cream-style corn: a thick, slightly saucy texture with soft corn kernels suspended in a smooth, starchy liquid. The flavor is sweet-corn forward, a touch sugary with a salty finish — easy to heat on the stove or microwave, spoon into cornbread batter, stir into casseroles, or combine with black beans and salsa for a warm dip. Rituals around use are quick and practical: open, heat, stir, and serve as a nostalgic comfort side or a last-minute party addition. In plain processing terms, it’s a canned, shelf-stable vegetable product with added sugar, salt and a modified starch to create the creamy mouthfeel — recognizable ingredients and a simple ingredient list compared with highly formulated snack foods. It occupies a familiar place in American grocery culture as dependable, ready-to-use corn that bridges pantry convenience and home-cooked meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 312
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium340mg15%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars6g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Water,, Corn,, Modified, Food, Starch, (Corn),, Sugar,, Sea, Salt..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains whole food (corn) with added sugar, salt and a modified food starch as a thickener and is canned for preservation — a processed food but not a highly formulated ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Del Monte Fresh Cut Sweet Corn Cream Style

The sweet corn cream style is a tasty option, but 'healthy' can be a bit subjective. With 60 calories per half-cup serving, it’s low in calories and provides a bit of fiber and protein. However, it does contain added sugars and sodium, so if you're watching those, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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