Charred Summer Corn with Olive Oil
Simple grilled corn brushed with olive oil and smoky char—sweet, juicy kernels that make an easy summer side for any cookout.
Preparation: 25 mins
Servings: 4
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the grill
Set an outdoor grill or grill pan to high heat and let it preheat for at least 5 minutes.
Step 2: Oil the corn
Brush each shucked ear of corn with 1 tbsp olive oil divided evenly. Lightly season with a pinch of salt if desired.
Step 3: Grill the corn
Place the corn on the hot grates. Cook for 10–15 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes, until kernels are tender with a deep char in spots.
Step 4: Finish and serve
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with additional salt or your favorite seasonings to taste and serve hot.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn (shucked)
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- Salt or seasoning, to taste
Nutritional Info
per serving
- Calories:
- 108kcal
- Protein:
- 3g
- Carbs:
- 17g
- Fat:
- 5g