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Libbys Whole Kernel Sweet Corn
Canned & Packaged Goods
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Libbys Whole Kernel Sweet Corn

Libby's
15.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
2g
Protein
5g
Sugars
320mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
4
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Libby's Whole Kernel Sweet Corn (15.25 oz) is a pantry-friendly canned vegetable you’ll find in the supermarket’s canned goods aisle, shelved alongside other canned vegetables like green beans, peas, cream-style corn and tomato products. It reads as an every‑day staple: a familiar yellow corn image, straightforward brand lettering and a short ingredient list. Shoppers reach for it on busy weeknights, for storm‑prep pantry runs, or when assembling casseroles, potlucks, salads, soups and simple sides for backyard cookouts. The Libby’s name carries a multigenerational, Americana vibe — a legacy brand pitched at practical households who value reliability, value and convenience rather than gourmet or organic positioning. The label typically emphasizes simplicity (sweet corn, water, sea salt) and bright, family-friendly photography rather than kid‑targeted characters or health‑halo buzzwords; it is not usually sold as organic or specialty. In plain terms, the product is cooked and sealed in canning facilities to preserve shelf life — a processed, preserved vegetable rather than a fresh ear of corn. Sensory-wise, the can yields glossy, tender‑crisp kernels with a clean, mildly sweet corn flavor and a light saline finish; texturally it’s plump and slightly snappy rather than mushy. Packaging is a metal can (often with a pull tab) that invites quick drain-and-serve rituals: heat and butter for a weeknight side, fold into salads and salsas, or mix into corn chowders and baked dishes. It sits in American grocery culture as a convenient, familiar shortcut to add color, sweetness and texture to everyday meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium320mg14%
Total Carbohydrate12g4%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars5g
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?

The product is a canned vegetable preserved by cooking and sealing with only corn, water and sea salt; this places it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than minimally processed fresh produce or ultraprocessed formulations.

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Common Questions about Libbys Whole Kernel Sweet Corn

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? In the context of being a convenient veggie option, Libby's corn is a solid choice. It’s low in calories and free from added sugars or preservatives, making it a great way to boost your meals with a bit of sweetness and fiber without a lot of fuss.

Perfect For

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storm-prep

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