Baby corn provides the valuable nutrition which lacks in most people’s diets. It is extremely low in fat as well, which can help with their weight loss goals. Baby corn is high in potassium and folic acid. It also has a lower glycemic index than regular corn, making it a great substitute.

A serving of baby corn would contain only 8 grams of carbohydrates. This is because in the immature baby corn the sugars have not yet developed. Baby corn is a good low-carbohydrate food for people on diets that cut carbohydrates. Baby corn is an excellent source of B vitamins. Baby corn provides folic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin

A few of the important benefits provided by corn are:

A power house of minerals

Those little yellow kernels contain more minerals than you can ever think of! Corn contains a large proportion of magnesium, iron, copper and most importantly phosphorus, which is needed for healthy bones. These nutrients not only prevent your bones from cracking as you grow older but also enhances the normal kidney functioning.

Improves digestion

Corn is filled with fibre that is a huge boon for digestion. It prevents constipation, haemorrhoids and even lowers the risk of colon cancer considerably.

Skin Care

Corn is rich in antioxidants, which help in keeping the skin younger for longer. Apart from the regular consumption of corn, it can also be applied as Corn Oil which is a rich source of Linoleic acid.

Controls cholesterol

Cholesterol is a substance that is produced by the liver. There are two types of cholesterol; good cholesterol (HDL) and bad cholesterol (LDL). An increase in the bad cholesterol due to the intake of fatty foods weakens your heart and can also lead to cardiovascular diseases. The vitamin C, carotenoids and bioflavonoids contained in baby corn keep your heart healthy by controlling cholesterol levels and increasing the flow of blood in the body

Prevents anemia

Anemia is a condition where the red blood cell count is reduced considerably due to the lack of iron. Thus, baby corn benefits health as it is rich in vitamin B and folic acid that prevents anaemia.

Essential during pregnancy

Pregnant women should make it a point to include some corn in their diet. Consumption of corn provides a rich source of folic acid. Make sure you clean it thoroughly. The deficiency of folic acid in pregnant women affects the baby. Lack of folic acid in the body affects the brain development of the baby. Baby corn Benefits the health of both the expecting mother and baby.

So here we can go for the recipe which is good for weight loss and a variant in your salad can be added.

Baby Corn and Mushroom Salad recipe

Preparation Time: 10 minutes   Cooking Time: 2 minutes   Total Time: 12 mins    Serves 4.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup spring onion cubes
  • 1/2 cup fresh mushrooms (khumbh), sliced
  • 1/2 cup blanched and cubed baby corn
  • 3/4 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup red and green capsicum cubes
  • 1/2 cup cucumber cubes
  • For the dressing
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • salt and black pepper (kalimirch) powder to taste

Method for the dressing

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, add the garlic and sauté till it browns lightly.
  • Add the basil leaves and mix well. Cool completely.
  • Add the lemon juice, salt and pepper and mix well.

How to proceed

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and toss lightly. Refrigerate.
  • Just before serving, add the dressing to the salad and toss well.
  • Serve immediately.