Grilled Corn on the Cob🥗 Side

Name: Grilled Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 ears fresh corn, husked; 4 tbsp butter, softened; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 lime, juiced; Salt and pepper to taste

Smoky, charred corn on the cob with herb butter. A summer staple.

By Marcus Rivera, Kitchen Tips Editor

Prep: 5 minCook: 12 minServes: 6

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The best side dishes do not just fill space on the plate — they earn their spot. This grilled corn on the cob is exactly that kind of recipe: simple enough to make on a busy weeknight, flavorful enough to hold its own next to any main course, and satisfying in a way that makes you reach for seconds.

Make sure your grill is properly preheated — a hot grate gives you those beautiful char marks and prevents sticking. Oil the food, not the grates, for the best results.

This pairs well with almost any protein, from a simple roasted chicken to grilled steak or baked salmon. Make extra — it reheats well and having a ready-made side dish in the fridge makes weeknight cooking significantly easier.

Ingredients

6 ears fresh corn, husked
4 tbsp butter, softened
2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat (or use a grill pan).
Brush corn lightly with oil.
Grill corn, turning every 2-3 minutes, until charred in spots (about 10 minutes total).
Mix softened butter with herbs, paprika, and lime juice.
Spread herb butter on hot corn. Season with salt and pepper.