Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is the ultimate summer side dish that brings out the sweet, juicy flavors of fresh corn while keeping it tender and flavorful. Wrapped in aluminum foil, each ear is infused with a buttery garlic mixture that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. This method not only makes for easy cleanup but also ensures that every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners, this recipe is a must-try addition to your outdoor cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried garlic powder (optional)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 6 ears of corn (shucked)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to 400°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Generously rub each ear of corn with the butter mixture and wrap them securely in aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped corn on the preheated grill and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully flip the packets and continue grilling for an additional 10-20 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat, unwrap cautiously, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg