Description
Easy Grilled Corn is a summer essential that transforms fresh corn on the cob into a smoky, sweet delight. Perfectly charred and bursting with flavor, this dish pairs beautifully with butter and your favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet evening, this simple recipe will impress your guests and become a staple at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional toppings: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, juice of 1 lime, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove husks and silk from each ear of corn, rinsing under cold water. Pat dry.
- Brush each ear with melted butter, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
- Remove from heat; brush with more butter if desired and add optional toppings before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of grilled corn (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg