Sweet Kernel Corn Calories & Nutrition
Homestyle Sides · KFC Menu Item
Item Overview
Sweet Kernel Corn is a homestyle sides option on the KFC menu with 70 calories, 2g protein, 16g carbs, and 0.5g fat per listed serving.
Based on macro profile, this item is a lower-sugar and moderate-sodium choice. It delivers around 2.9g protein per 100 calories.
Calories per serving
4% of 2,000 kcal daily goal
Macronutrient breakdown
- Protein2g10%
- Fat0.5g6%
- Carbs16g84%
Protein
2g
4% DV
Total Fat
0.5g
1% DV
Carbohydrates
16g
6% DV
Full Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
| Calories | 70 kcal4% DV |
| Total Fat | 0.5 g1% DV |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g0% DV |
| Total Carbohydrates | 16 g6% DV |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g7% DV |
| Sugars | 2 g |
| Protein | 2 g4% DV |
| Sodium | 0 mg0% DV |
What the Calories Are Made Of
Of the 70 calories in Sweet Kernel Corn, approximately 6% come from fat (1g × 9 kcal/g = 5 kcal), 84% from carbohydrates (16g × 4 kcal/g = 64 kcal), and 10% from protein (2g × 4 kcal/g = 8 kcal).
This makes Sweet Kernel Corn a carb-forward item — the majority of its calories come from carbohydrates. The macro donut chart above shows this split visually.
How It Compares
Compared with Corn on the Cob, Sweet Kernel Corn has about 0% more calories. Protein is 2g vs 2g, and carbs are 16g vs 17g.
Best choice if you are trying to keep meal calories lower.
Where It Ranks in Homestyle Sides
Sweet Kernel Corn ranks 19th out of 21 items in the Homestyle Sides category by calorie count. It has more calories than 1 item in this category and fewer than 18.
The lowest-calorie option in this category is Green Beans at 25 kcal. The highest-calorie option is Secret Recipe Fries (Family) at 840 kcal. The Homestyle Sides category averages 309 kcal.
How Long to Burn Off Sweet Kernel Corn
At 70 calories, here is roughly how long common activities would take to burn this off, based on a 70 kg (154 lb) person at moderate intensity.
Walking
20 min
Running
10 min
Cycling
13 min
Swimming
11 min
Burn estimates are approximate and vary with body weight, fitness level, and exact pace.
Ingredient And Allergen Note
Ingredient composition and allergens can vary by restaurant and customization choices. Use this nutrition page as planning guidance, then confirm allergens and preparation details at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Sweet Kernel Corn?
Sweet Kernel Corn contains about 70 calories per listed serving.
Is Sweet Kernel Corn high in protein?
Sweet Kernel Corn provides 2g of protein and around 2.9g protein per 100 calories.
What are the carbs in Sweet Kernel Corn?
Sweet Kernel Corn has 16g of total carbohydrates, which is about 6% of the 275g recommended daily intake. It contains 2g of dietary fiber per serving.
Is Sweet Kernel Corn suitable for a low-calorie diet?
At 70 calories, Sweet Kernel Corn accounts for about 4% of a standard 2000-calorie daily goal. That's a substantial share for a single item — most low-calorie meal plans target 400–500 calories per meal. If you're aiming for lighter options, the KFC Calories Calculator can help you find alternatives and track your full meal total.
How many calories are in a KFC Sweet Kernel Corn?
A KFC Sweet Kernel Corn has 70 calories per serving. The exact value can vary slightly by location and preparation, but 70 kcal is the standard reference value from KFC's published nutrition data. This covers all standard components as listed in KFC's published nutrition data.
% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference values). Actual nutritional needs may vary.