Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic Butter
A quick and easy summer recipe featuring fresh corn grilled to perfection and slathered with a flavorful homemade garlic butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob with husks
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375–400°F (190–204°C), which takes approximately 10 minutes.
- Peel back the husks of each ear of corn without removing them entirely, then remove the silk threads. Fold the husks back into place. Optionally, soak the corn in cold water for 15 minutes to keep them moist while grilling.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
- Brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking to the grill.
- Place the ears on the grill with husks on, turning every 3–4 minutes for about 15 minutes total. The husks will char, which helps steam the corn inside and adds smoky flavor.
- Optional: For extra charred kernels, carefully peel back the husks after 15 minutes and grill the corn directly for another 2–3 minutes per side, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Remove the corn from the grill and, while still hot, generously slather the garlic butter all over each ear.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
If garlic butter is too hard to spread, soften it in the microwave for 10 seconds. Soaking corn in water before grilling keeps kernels juicy and prevents husks from burning. Turn corn every few minutes for even cooking. For a smoky flavor without a grill, use a cast-iron skillet and add smoked paprika to the butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: grilled corn, garlic butter, summer recipe, easy side dish, barbecue, corn on the cob