Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob is a quintessential summer dish that delivers sweet, smoky flavors with every bite. Perfectly charred and buttery, this easy recipe brings nostalgia and joy to any gathering. Whether enjoyed at a backyard barbecue or beach picnic, this delightful treat is sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to savor the essence of summer with this simple yet scrumptious corn on the cob recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F or 200°C).
- Husk corn, removing all leaves and silk; rinse each ear under running water.
- Optional: Soak corn in water for 15-30 minutes to retain moisture.
- Place corn directly on grill grates; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every few minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Remove from grill and generously slather with butter while still warm.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice if desired; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 123
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 49mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg