Description
Grilled corn on the cob is the quintessential summer dish, bursting with sweet, smoky flavors and a buttery finish. Perfect for backyard barbecues or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe brings people together and creates lasting memories. With customizable toppings like lime juice or chili powder, each bite can be uniquely delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp sea salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- Optional toppings: lime juice, chili powder, grated cheese
Instructions
- Prep the corn: Remove husks and silk from each ear and rinse under cold water.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F or 200°C).
- Grill the corn: Place on grates, turning every 2-3 minutes for about 10-15 minutes until charred.
- Butter it up: Remove from grill and immediately coat with melted butter.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt and pepper; add optional toppings as desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (about 70g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg