Description
Grilled Corn On The Cob is a quintessential summer delight that transforms any gathering into a festive occasion. With its sweet, juicy kernels and irresistible smoky flavor, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for family picnics or backyard barbecues. Elevate your corn experience with simple toppings like butter and lime juice, or get creative with cheese and spices. Enjoy the warm weather and create lasting memories with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
- ¼ cup grated cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- juice of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Peel back the husks of the corn without removing them entirely; remove silk strands and brush each ear with olive oil.
- Sprinkle salt generously over the corn and add optional chili powder if desired.
- Place corn directly on the grill grates, rotating every few minutes until charred (about 10-15 minutes).
- Once cooked, slather with butter or sprinkle cheese; finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of grilled corn (130g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Soak corn in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and enhance juiciness. - Experiment with toppings like garlic butter or different cheeses for added flavor.