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Del Monte Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet
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Del Monte Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet

DEL MONTE
8.75 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
2g
Protein
13g
Sugars
640mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
4
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Del Monte Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet (8.75 oz) is a familiar pantry staple you’ll find in the canned vegetables aisle, shelved with other canned corn varieties, peas, green beans and tomato products. The small-format can is pitched toward shoppers who want a single-side serving or to keep a compact emergency stock. It fits quick weeknight dinners, potlucks or storm-prep shopping lists and is equally at home as an ingredient for salads, casseroles, succotash, corn bread batter or simple buttered corn. Del Monte positions this product as a legacy, family-friendly brand: mainstream, affordable and reliable, aimed at budget-conscious households and home cooks who appreciate convenience and recognizable branding. The label leans into “garden quality” imagery and health-forward buzzwords — non-GMO, preservative-free, sea salt — without organic certification; packaging copy highlights same-day packing and a BPA-conscious lining to reassure wary shoppers. In plain processing terms, this is a heat-sterilized canned vegetable: kernels are cooked and packed in water with salt to make a shelf-stable product, with minimal added ingredients. Sensory details emphasize bright golden kernels with a tender-crisp bite and straightforward sweet-corn flavor, lightly seasoned by sea salt; texture is plump and juicy rather than mushy when drained properly. Rituals around use are simple and domestic — open, drain, warm in a skillet with butter and herbs, or toss cold into salads — making it a quick finishing touch that evokes home cooking. Note: the product provides convenience and long shelf life, but the sodium level is notable for a small can.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 can
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium640mg28%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars13g
Protein2g
* 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

Corn,, Water,, 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?

This is a processed food: whole vegetable kernels preserved by cooking and canning with added water and sea salt. It lacks industrial additives typical of ultra-processed products but is not a minimally processed fresh food.

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Common Questions about Del Monte Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, but this corn is a great source of fiber and low in calories, making it a decent choice for adding volume to meals without packing on the calories. It’s not loaded with added sugars or preservatives either, so if you're looking for a wholesome side or ingredient, it fits the bill nicely!

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