Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is the ultimate summer side dish, combining sweet, juicy corn with rich butter and smoky flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for outdoor barbecues, family dinners, or picnics, ensuring that each ear of corn is perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Wrapped in foil, the corn steams to tenderness while absorbing the buttery goodness and any additional spices you choose to add. With minimal cleanup required and endless serving possibilities, this dish is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 6 ears of corn (shucked)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to 400°F.
- In a bowl, mix together softened butter, salt, garlic powder (if using), and black pepper (if using) until well combined.
- Generously rub the butter mixture onto each ear of corn.
- Place two ears of corn per large sheet of aluminum foil; fold and seal tightly.
- Grill the packets directly on the grates for about 10 minutes.
- Flip packets carefully and grill for an additional 10-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Carefully open packets 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: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg