Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob is the ultimate summer side dish that brings a blend of sweet, smoky flavors to your gatherings. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners, this versatile recipe allows you to customize your corn with various toppings and seasonings. Whether you prefer it grilled in foil for extra moisture or directly on the grill for those beautiful char marks, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, Grilled Corn on the Cob can be enjoyed by everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn on the cob (husks and silks removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep Your Corn: Remove husks and silks from each ear of corn and rinse under cold water.
- Season: Brush each ear of corn with olive oil using a basting brush. Sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Choose Your Grilling Method:
- Wrapped in Foil: Wrap each seasoned ear in aluminum foil and grill over medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- With Husks: Soak husked corn in water for 10 minutes, then grill directly over medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Without Husks: Grill seasoned corn directly on preheated grates for 10-12 minutes, turning regularly until slightly charred but still crisp.
- Serve: Remove from grill using tongs and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (90g)
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg