Grilled Corn on the Cob
Simple, fresh, and perfectly crunchy Grilled Corn on the Cob is the best summertime side dish with minimal prep and maximum flavor!
Sweet, crunchy, smokey Grilled Corn is a perfectly simple side to accompany any meal. Place fresh ears of corn directly on the grill and rotate them for 15 minutes until they’re perfectly bright, yellow, and delicious.
FRESH AND SIMPLE
Fresh grilled veggies are simply the best! One of the best things about this easy Grilled Corn is that there’s basically no prep needed- just 15 minutes on the grill and you have fresh, sweet corn to dress up however you like!
If you love to grill, you’ve got to try Super Simple Grilled Summer Veggies or sweet Grilled Pineapple.
OTHER RECIPES TO SERVE WITH GRILLED CORN
- Grilled Salmon Filets – With the grill already fired up, there’s no reason not to make these deliciously flavorful salmon filets.
- Caprese Grilled Chicken – This caprese chicken recipe is a perfect summer protein.
- Grilled Parmesan Garlic Bread – With all these fresh veggies, you deserve a side of carbs too!
INGREDIENTS
Veggies: Grill as many fresh ears as you want!
Seasoning: Once your corn is grilled, season it with butter, salt, elote seasoning, or any of your favorite toppings!
HOW TO MAKE GRILLED CORN ON THE COB
STEP ONE: Start by preparing the ears of corn by peeling back the husks and removing the silk. Don’t sever the husks because you’ll wrap the corn back in them once the silk is removed.
STEP TWO: Place the ears of corn on a preheated grill and cook them for 15-20 minutes, rotating them every five minutes or so. The husks may begin to char and that is perfectly normal.
STEP THREE: The corn is done when the kernels are bright yellow. Remove the husks and serve with desired seasoning or corn toppings.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
- Leaving the husks on the corn results in a great steam cook and also leaves a delightfully smoky flavor.
- You can store leftover corn in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
HOW TO TELL WHEN GRILLED CORN IS DONE
If you grill the ears of corn over medium heat, rotating every 5 minutes or so, then they should be fully cooked by the 20-minute mark. The husks may start to naturally pull back and the corn itself will become a more brilliant yellow. If you’re still unsure, simply poke one of the kernels and if the sweet juices run out, you know it’s ready.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO DRESS CORN
This Grilled Corn is good enough to eat right off the grill, but you can’t go wrong with a simple coating of butter and a sprinkle of salt to dress your cob. You may also try an elote seasoning or even cut the kernels off the cob and make a mouth-watering Mexican Street Corn side dish.
OTHER SUMMER SIDES
- Pineapple Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers
- Crispy Garlic Smashed Potatoes
- Summer Wild Rice Salad
- Classic Macaroni Salad
- Watermelon Salad
- Red Potato Salad
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 ears corn with husk
Instructions
- Peel back the husks of the corn but do not tear them off completely. Remove the silk and then replace the husks to wrap around the corn.
- Place the corn on a preheated grill and cook for about 15 minutes, turning every few minutes. The husks may char, this is perfectly normal.
- The corn is done when the kernels are bright yellow. Remove husks and serve with butter, salt, elote seasoning, and more.
Notes
- Nutrition does not include any toppings.
- Store leftover corn in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
