sweet corn
noun
: corn of a variety (Zea mays rugosa synonym Z. m. saccharata) with soft kernels containing a high percentage of sugar
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This dip is peak summer, thanks to Old Bay seasoning, sweet corn, and roasted green chiles.
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Order the sweet corn tortellini, lobster linguine, a Sunday night spaghetti and meatballs special, American wagyu ribeye from Abatti Ranch in San Diego County and Australian wagyu.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Martha's corn chowder is hearty, creamy, and packed with bright, sweet corn flavor.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
This salsa—with fresh sweet corn, red bell pepper, and jalapeno peppers—will bring bright seasonal flavors and sweet heat to your next summer party.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Order the sweet corn tortellini, lobster linguine, a Sunday night spaghetti and meatballs special, American wagyu ribeye from Abatti Ranch in San Diego County and Australian wagyu.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Martha's corn chowder is hearty, creamy, and packed with bright, sweet corn flavor.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
This salsa—with fresh sweet corn, red bell pepper, and jalapeno peppers—will bring bright seasonal flavors and sweet heat to your next summer party.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
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“Sweet corn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweet%20corn. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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