Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is a summertime favorite that brings the sweet, smoky flavors of fresh corn to your backyard BBQ. This simple yet delicious recipe locks in moisture and enhances the natural sweetness of the corn with a buttery garlic seasoning, making it an ideal side dish for any grilled meal. Perfectly charred and easy to prepare, this crowd-pleaser is versatile enough to serve alongside meats or as a vegetarian delight. With minimal cleanup thanks to the foil packets, you can enjoy more time with family and friends.
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 bowl, blend softened butter with salt and optional garlic powder and black pepper until smooth.
- Generously coat each ear of corn with the butter mixture.
- Wrap two ears of corn in large pieces of aluminum foil, sealing tightly.
- Grill the foil packets for about 20-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Carefully remove and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 97g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg