Calories in purple corn
A typical serving of purple corn provides about 355 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 cup (100 g)
Calories
355kcal
Protein
9.4g
Carbs
74g
Fat
4.7g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 355 kcal |
| Protein | 9.4 g |
| Carbs | 74 g |
| Fat | 4.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugars | 1 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
A variety of corn native to the Andes, famous for its deep purple hue caused by anthocyanins, which are potent antioxidants.
Nutritional benefits
- Extraordinary antioxidant power
- Supports tissue regeneration
- Helps regulate blood pressure
How to prepare it
- 1.Boil with pineapple and spices to make Chicha Morada
- 2.Grind into flour for purple corn bread
- 3.Make Mazamorra Morada (a traditional dessert)
Lighter alternatives
Black rice
Similar high anthocyanin content
Blueberries
Fruit with similar antioxidant profile
Sweet corn
Similar texture but fewer functional benefits
Healthy tip
Drink the unsweetened cooking water (chicha) to maximize the uptake of its antioxidants.
Frequently asked questions
Can you eat it off the cob?
Typically no, it is much drier and starchier than sweet yellow corn.
Does it stain food?
Yes, its pigment is very strong and will turn everything deep purple.
Where does it originate?
Primarily in the high altitudes of Peru.