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    Home » This and That » Farm Fresh Corn: Sweet Summertime Super Food.

    by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Sep 13, 2019 · published: May 31, 2009 · About 2 minutes to read this article. 1 Comment

    Farm Fresh Corn: Sweet Summertime Super Food.

    Farm fresh corn is a seasonal super food bursting with the flavors of summertime. Crisp white and yellow kernels are delicious munched right off the cob or accented with flavors like sweet vegan butter, crimson red spices or simple sea salt and cracked black pepper. Any way you prepare corn you’ll be getting some major nutritional benefits. Click ahead to learn more about corn…

    Fresh raw corn, nutrition facts
    1 large ear
    *facts from nutritiondata.com

    calories: 123
    carbs: 27g
    fat: 2g
    protein: 5g
    fiber: 4g
    Vitamin C: 16% RDA
    Vitamin A: 5% RDA
    Thiamin: 19% RDA
    Folate: 19% RDA
    Pantathenic Acid: 11% RDA
    Phosphorus: 13% RDA
    Magnesium: 13% RDA
    Potassium: 11% RDA

    Corn is an excellent source of Folate, Thiamin and Fiber. It has a good amount of protein, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and Vitamin C. Fresh corn is sweet and hydrating.

    How to choose corn: Look for bright green husks with health silky stalk fibers sticking out the top. You can peel back the husk and check for plump firm juicy kernels. Any wilted or black kernels is a bad sign. A healthy corn will be heavier than an unhealthy corn-more hydrated and healthy.

    Recipe ideas….

    Genetically modified corn has been a big concern in recent years. So, when you can, choose organic corn. Organic corn is always the best choice when available and well-priced. Local farmers market corn is also something to watch for.

    Corn recipe accents and ideas:
    Corn bread
    Buttered corn (vegan butter)
    Salt and peppered corn.
    Spiced corn with cayenne, chili powder or paprika
    Cheesy corn with melted cheese
    Barbecued corn-grill marks and all
    Fire-roasted corn

    Interesting Corn Facts from Soyatech.com:

    *In 2005, the U.S. produced 42 percent of the world’s corn. Over 50 percent of the U.S. crop is produced in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska or Illinois.

    *Other world corn producers: China, Brazil, Mexico.

    *Over 90 percent of the starch Americans used is produced from corn.

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    About Kathy Patalsky

    Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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