Sweet corn grilled to smoky perfection, brushed with butter, and sprinkled with fresh herbs. This side dish is simple, flavorful, and perfect for barbecues, summer dinners, or as an accompaniment to almost any entrée.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy and fast to prepare
- Smoky grill flavor enhances natural sweetness
- Fresh herbs give brightness and color
- Great complement to grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains
- Crowd-pleasing favorite
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob, husks removed
- Butter, melted
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, cilantro, or thyme), chopped
- Optional: garlic powder, smoked paprika, or chili flakes
Directions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush each ear with melted butter and season with salt and pepper (and optional spices).
- Grill corn, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender (about 10–12 minutes).
- Brush with more butter if desired.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Servings and timing
- Servings: 4
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Grill time: 10–12 minutes
- Total time: ~15–17 minutes
Variations
- Use flavored butter (garlic herb, chili lime, etc.)
- Sprinkle with Parmesan or queso fresco
- Add a squeeze of lime juice
- Grill in husk or wrapped in foil for a different texture
Storage & Reheating
- Store leftover kernels in airtight container in fridge for up to 2 days
- Reheat in microwave or on grill, basting with butter
FAQs
- Can I boil instead? Yes, boil for 4–5 minutes, but you lose the grill flavor.
- How to keep corn from drying out? Brush with butter or oil before grilling.
- Should I soak corn in water? Not needed, though some prefer to add moisture before grilling.
Conclusion
Grilled Buttered Corn on the Cob with Fresh Herbs is a timeless, simple side that’s bursting with flavor. The grill adds smoky depth to the sweet corn, while butter and fresh herbs make it irresistible.
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Grilled Buttered Corn on the Cob with Fresh Herbs
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 22 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Grilled Buttered Corn on the Cob with Fresh Herbs is a simple yet flavorful side dish, featuring sweet corn grilled to perfection and slathered in herbed butter for a summery, aromatic bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush each ear of corn with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill corn directly on the grates, turning occasionally, for 10–12 minutes until lightly charred and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Once corn is grilled, immediately spread the herbed butter over each ear while hot.
- Serve warm, optionally with a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
Notes
- Try different herbs like cilantro or thyme based on preference.
- Can be made on a stovetop grill pan if an outdoor grill isn’t available.
- For spiciness, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne to the butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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