Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is the ultimate summer delight that brings together sweet, smoky flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners, this dish ensures tender corn that’s bursting with flavor thanks to a savory butter mixture. Wrapped in foil, the corn retains its moisture and cooks evenly, making it a hassle-free side dish that complements any main course. Enjoy this classic with your favorite toppings for a truly unforgettable experience!
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 the grill to 400°F.
- In a bowl, mash together butter, salt, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Rub each ear of corn with the butter mixture.
- Wrap two ears of corn in double-layer aluminum foil to create sealed packets.
- Grill the packets for 10 minutes; then flip and cook for an additional 10-20 minutes until tender.
- Carefully unwrap and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg