Description
Memorial Day Grilled Corn is the perfect summer side dish that will elevate your outdoor gatherings. This recipe features fresh corn on the cob grilled to perfection, delivering a delightful smoky flavor enhanced by melted butter and your choice of toppings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish is a crowd favorite that brings family and friends together around the grill. Enjoy every juicy, tender bite this Memorial Day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- juice of 1 lime (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Husk the corn and rinse it under cold water.
- Soak the corn in cold water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Place soaked corn directly on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
- Remove from grill and slather with melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, adding optional toppings like cheese or lime juice for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (90g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg