Rustic Grilled Corn
Get ready to elevate your summer barbecue with this irresistible Rustic Grilled Corn recipe! Featuring fresh corn on the cob charred to perfection over an open flame, this simple yet flavorful dish is coated with a luxurious smoked paprika-spiced butter that melts into the kernels for maximum flavor. A squeeze of zesty lime juice adds the perfect citrusy brightness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a pop of color and herbal freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy grilled corn recipe is ideal for backyard cookouts, picnics, or as a smoky side dish for any meal. Bursting with smoky, tangy goodness, this recipe is a must-try for all grilled vegetable lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C). Clean the grates to ensure there’s no residue that could stick to the corn.
Remove the husks and silk from the ears of corn. Rinse the corn under cool water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Soften the unsalted butter and mix it with the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Set aside.
Place the corn directly on the preheated grill grates. Cook the corn for about 12–15 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes to ensure even charring. The kernels should be slightly blackened in spots but still tender.
Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the grill and immediately brush each ear with the prepared butter mixture to allow it to melt into the hot kernels.
Cut the lime into wedges and squeeze the juice over the grilled corn for a bright, tangy finish.
If desired, finely chop fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the corn for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve immediately, either on its own or with your favorite main dish. Enjoy the rustic smoky flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 503 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*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.
