Heart-Healthy Corn on the Cob with Butter
Elevate your summer grilling game with this **Heart-Healthy Corn on the Cob with Butter**, a delicious and nutritious twist on a barbecue classic. This recipe features tender, smoky grilled corn brushed with a flavorful blend of plant-based butter, fresh parsley, basil, and a hint of garlic powder, ensuring all the buttery indulgence without the added guilt. Lightly sprayed with olive oil and wrapped in foil, the corn retains its juiciness while developing just the right amount of char for a satisfying bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or healthy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make, herb-infused delight is ready in just 25 minutes and is vegan-friendly! Garnish with extra fresh herbs for a presentation as vibrant as its flavor—because eating healthy never tasted so good.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons Plant-based butter alternative
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat or prepare a stovetop grill pan.
Husk the corn and remove all silks. Rinse under cold water to ensure all silks are removed.
In a small bowl, combine the plant-based butter alternative, chopped parsley, chopped basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend well with a fork until all ingredients are combined.
Lightly spray each ear of corn with olive oil spray, ensuring a thin, even coat. This will help the butter mixture adhere better and add a slight crispness during grilling.
Wrap each ear of corn individually in aluminum foil, ensuring it is completely covered.
Place the wrapped corn on the grill or stovetop grill pan. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and slightly charred.
Carefully unwrap the corn from the foil using tongs, as it will be hot. Return the corn to the grill for another 2-3 minutes to develop more char, if desired.
Brush the corn generously with the prepared herb butter while it is still hot, allowing the butter to melt over the corn.
Serve the corn on the cob immediately, garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1606 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1072 mg | 23% | |
*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.
