Corn on the Grill
Elevate your outdoor cooking game with this irresistibly smoky and tender Corn on the Grill recipe! Featuring fresh corn on the cob, grilled to perfection in their husks, this method ensures juicy, flavorful kernels with a slight charred edge that offers the perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness. A quick rinse keeps the husks from burning, while the option to add olive oil creates a gorgeous caramelized finish. Butter, salt, and a touch of black pepper bring out the natural flavors of the corn, making it a crowd-pleasing side dish for any barbecue or summer gathering. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy grilled corn recipe is a summertime staple you’ll turn to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob (with husks)
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F/200°C).
Carefully peel back the husks of each ear of corn but do not remove them entirely. Remove the silk strands underneath.
Rinse the corn under cold water to moisten the husks, which will help prevent them from burning on the grill.
Fold the husks back over the corn kernels, completely covering them.
Place the corn on the grill, directly over the heat. Close the lid and cook for 15 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking on all sides. The husks will become charred, and this is normal.
After 15 minutes, remove the corn from the grill and set it aside to cool for a couple of minutes.
Carefully peel back the husks and remove them entirely. If desired, you can brush the corn with olive oil and place it back on the grill for 1-2 minutes to achieve a light char on the kernels.
Brush each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon of butter while still warm. Sprinkle evenly with salt and black pepper.
Serve immediately as a side dish or snack, and enjoy your perfectly grilled corn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.5 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2811 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2576 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
