Lemony Corn on the Cob
Elevate your summer side dishes with this irresistible recipe for Lemony Corn on the Cob, a bright and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Tender, juicy corn on the cob is boiled to perfection and brushed with a luscious lemon-garlic butter infused with fresh parsley, tangy lemon zest, and a touch of garlic for an unbeatable combination of flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vibrant dish is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a refreshing side to any meal. Highlighting the natural sweetness of fresh corn while adding a zingy citrus kick, this easy recipe is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Garnish with extra parsley for a beautiful presentation, and serve warm for a summery side that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cups water
Instructions
Shuck the corn, removing all husks and silk strands. Rinse the ears under cold water to ensure they are clean.
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Once the water is boiling, carefully place the corn ears into the pot. Reduce the heat to medium and let the corn cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.
While the corn is cooking, prepare the lemon-garlic butter. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).
Remove the saucepan from heat and mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Once the corn is cooked, use tongs to remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly.
Brush the lemon-garlic butter generously over each ear of corn, ensuring even coverage.
Serve immediately while warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.5 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1311 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1102 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.
