Grilled Corn on the Cob
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
808 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob offers a straightforward way to enjoy sweet corn with a smoky, charred profile. The ears are stripped of husks and silk, then brushed lightly with extra virgin olive oil. Cooking over a hot grill for about 10 minutes ensures even charring and tenderness through frequent turning.
The addition of kosher salt enhances the natural corn sweetness, while optional finishes like a squeeze of lime juice and Aleppo pepper bring subtle acidity and gentle heat to the dish. These finishing touches complement but do not overpower the primary corn flavor.
This corn works well as a side with grilled meats or casual meals and can be made on an outdoor grill, grill pan, or even directly over a gas stove flame with careful attention. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to three days, and rather than reheating, the kernels can be cut off for use in salads or other dishes.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Corn
- 6 corn husks and silk removed, ears
- extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt
Optional Seasonings
- 1 lime halved (optional
- Aleppo pepper (optional, or red pepper flakes)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high. Brush the corn with a thin layer of olive oil. Once the grill is very hot, about 10 minutes, arrange the corn on the grates and cook until charred to your liking.
- Turn. Turn the corn often to cook and char all sides. This should take about 10 minutes in total.
- Season to your taste and serve. Remove the corn from the grill. If you’d like to add the optional lime and Aleppo pepper, immediately run the cut lime all over and season with a sprinkle of Aleppo pepper. Either way, finish with a pinch of salt and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Brush corn lightly with olive oil before grilling to promote even charring.
- Turn corn frequently during grilling to ensure all sides develop a nice char.
- You can grill corn on a gas stove flame or grill pan if an outdoor grill isn’t available; use long tongs and watch carefully while charring.
- Leftover grilled corn can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; avoid reheating on the cob to preserve texture, and consider using kernels in salads.
- Adding lime juice and Aleppo pepper after grilling introduces a mild tang and gentle heat that complements the smoky flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 808 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 80.8kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1.2g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 13.7mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 254.4mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5.8g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 173.9IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 9.4mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 5.5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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