Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is a must-try dish that embodies the essence of summer. This delightful recipe features sweet corn wrapped in foil, ensuring each kernel remains juicy and flavorful while simplifying cleanup. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners, this dish is not only easy to make but also versatile enough to complement a variety of main courses. With just a few ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can elevate your summer gatherings with this delicious side that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears of corn (shucked)
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried garlic powder (optional)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to 400°F.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper; mash until smooth.
- Rub each ear of corn with the butter mixture and wrap two ears in a large piece of aluminum foil (or one per piece).
- Seal the foil tightly by crimping the edges.
- Grill the packets for about 10 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 10-20 minutes until tender.
- Carefully open packets and serve hot with extra butter and seasonings if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg