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Sweetcorn vs Peas: Calories Compared
Peas is lower in calories (81 vs 86 per 100g). Sweetcorn has 3.3g protein per 100g versus 5.4g in Peas.
Per typical serving, Sweetcorn provides 88 kcal (based on a 102g portion) versus Peas at 117 kcal (145g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so sweetcorn contributes 4.4% and peas contributes 5.9% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Sweetcorn | Peas |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | 81 kcal |
| Protein | 3.3g | 5.4g |
| Carbohydrates | 18.7g | 14.4g |
| of which Sugars | 6.3g | 5.7g |
| Fat | 1.4g | 0.4g |
| of which Saturates | 0.3g | 0.1g |
| Fibre | 2g | 5.7g |
| Sodium | 15mg | 5mg |
| Potassium | 270mg | 244mg |
| Calcium | 2mg | 25mg |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 1.5mg |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 40mg |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 38µg |
| Selenium | 1µg | 2µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.1mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Sweetcorn has more (86kcal vs 81kcal per 100g) — a difference of 5kcal. Peas is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Peas has more (5.4g vs 3.3g per 100g) — a difference of 2.1g. Peas is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Sweetcorn has more (18.7g vs 14.4g per 100g) — a difference of 4.3g.
- Sugars: Sweetcorn has more (6.3g vs 5.7g per 100g) — a difference of 0.6g. Peas is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Sweetcorn has more (1.4g vs 0.4g per 100g) — a difference of 1g. Peas is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: Sweetcorn has more (0.3g vs 0.1g per 100g) — a difference of 0.2g. Peas is the lower-saturated fat option if that is your priority.
- Fibre: Peas has more (5.7g vs 2g per 100g) — a difference of 3.7g. Peas is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Sweetcorn has more (15mg vs 5mg per 100g) — a difference of 10mg. Peas is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Sweetcorn has more (270mg vs 244mg per 100g) — a difference of 26mg. Sweetcorn is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Peas has more (25mg vs 2mg per 100g) — a difference of 23mg. Peas is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Peas has more (2mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Peas is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Peas has more (40mg vs 7mg per 100g) — a difference of 33mg. Peas is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Peas has more (38µg vs 9µg per 100g) — a difference of 29µg. Peas is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: Peas has more (2µg vs 1µg per 100g) — a difference of 1µg. Peas is the stronger source of selenium here.
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Sweetcorn | % DV | Peas | % DV |
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* % Daily Value based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK. Figures update live as you change the amounts above — no page reload.
Substituting one for the other
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Peas is the lower-calorie option at 81 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Peas provides more at 5.4g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Peas has fewer carbs at 14.4g per 100g.
Both sweetcorn and peas can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Sweetcorn or Peas?
Sweetcorn has 86 calories per 100g while Peas has 81 calories per 100g. Sweetcorn is higher in calories by 5 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Sweetcorn or Peas?
Sweetcorn contains 3.3g of protein per 100g. Peas contains 5.4g of protein per 100g. Peas has more protein.
Is Sweetcorn healthier than Peas?
Sweetcorn has 86 kcal, 3.3g protein, 18.7g carbs and 1.4g fat per 100g. Peas has 81 kcal, 5.4g protein, 14.4g carbs and 0.4g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Sweetcorn or Peas?
Sweetcorn contains 2g of fibre per 100g, and Peas contains 5.7g per 100g. Peas has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Sweetcorn vs Peas?
A typical 1 ear of sweetcorn (102g) is around 88 calories. A typical 1 cup of peas (145g) is around 117 calories — a difference of 29 kcal per serving in favour of sweetcorn.
Can I substitute Sweetcorn for Peas in recipes?
Vegetables with similar water content and texture (leafy vs leafy, root vs root) tend to substitute most easily in cooked dishes.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).