Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is the ultimate summer side dish, bringing together the natural sweetness of fresh corn and a smoky grill flavor. This simple, hassle-free recipe ensures perfectly cooked corn infused with rich butter and spices, making it a must-have for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners. In just minutes of prep time, you can enjoy this delightful treat that complements any meal. The foil packets keep the corn moist while allowing for easy grilling, ensuring each bite is bursting with flavor. Serve it with creative toppings or alongside your favorite main dishes for a perfect summer feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears of fresh corn (shucked)
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, mix butter with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Generously coat each ear of corn with the butter mixture and wrap them individually in aluminum foil.
- Place the foil-wrapped corn on the preheated grill and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Flip each ear, seal the packets again, and grill for an additional 10-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Carefully open the packets (watch out for steam) and serve warm with extra butter and seasoning if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (90g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg