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Corn on the Cob

Corn on the Cob

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Corn on the Cob recipe highlights the natural sweetness and crunch of fresh corn, enhanced with plant-based butter, sea salt, black pepper, and optional fresh herbs and spices. Perfect as a side, snack, or part of a main dish, it offers versatile flavor variations from classic buttery to zesty Mexican style. Quick to prepare by boiling or grilling, it promises a delicious, wholesome addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 fresh corn cobs, bright yellow with plump kernels
  • 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Black pepper (natural), to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (natural), optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), chopped
  • Optional natural spices: paprika, chili powder, cumin

Variation Ingredients

  • Mexican Style: 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon chili powder, lime juice drizzle
  • Herb Infused: 1 tablespoon fresh basil or thyme, mixed into plant-based butter
  • Sweet Cinnamon Twist: Pinch of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon maple syrup (natural)
  • Garlic and Nutritional Yeast: 1 tablespoon roasted garlic, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (plant-based)
  • Smoky Barbecue: 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Corn: Peel back the husks and remove all silk strands from each ear. Trim the ends if desired for a cleaner appearance, but keep husks on if grilling for added flavor.
  2. Boil or Grill the Corn: To boil, bring a large pot of water to a gentle simmer, add a pinch of sea salt, and cook corn for 8-10 minutes until tender. To grill, preheat grill to medium-high, brush corn with plant-based butter, and cook for about 10 minutes turning frequently to obtain char marks.
  3. Add Flavors: After cooking, spread plant-based butter evenly over each ear of corn. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, then add preferred fresh herbs and natural spices. Finish with a spritz of lime juice for brightness if desired.
  4. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Serve corn immediately while hot and juicy. Optionally, pair with a dipping sauce made from vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and other natural ingredients for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Choose fresh corn with bright green husks and moist golden silk for optimal flavor.
  • Do not overcook; cook until kernels are tender-crisp to avoid mushiness.
  • Use plant-based butter while the corn is hot to allow better melting and absorption.
  • Grilling adds smoky, complex flavors and appealing char marks.
  • Season immediately after cooking to keep flavors vibrant.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Boiling, Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: corn on the cob, plant-based butter, grilled corn, boiled corn, easy side dish, gluten free, vegan

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