Description
A quick and easy recipe for making cheesy garlic butter corn on the cob, perfect for a delicious side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn (husks removed)
- 2 tbsp light butter (melted, e.g., Land O’Lakes Light)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup grated reduced-fat Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: Boil: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add corn and cook for 8-10 minutes. OR Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush corn with a light spray of oil and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. OR Air-Fry: Spritz corn with cooking spray and air-fry at 400°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix melted light butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat & Cheese It Up: Brush each cooked corn ear generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the corn while it’s still warm (the heat will help the cheese stick).
- Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using). Serve immediately!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or chili powder.
- Fresh corn is recommended for the best flavor.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Grilling, Air-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg