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Honey Butter Cilantro Lime Grilled Corn

Honey Butter Cilantro Lime Grilled Corn

Honey Butter Cilantro Lime Grilled Corn is a deliciously vibrant side dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This easy-to-make recipe combines the sweetness of fresh corn with a delightful blend of honey, butter, cilantro, and lime juice, creating a zesty flavor explosion that will elevate any meal. Ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or casual family dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them coming back for more.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn (shucked)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
  • 1/2 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix melted butter, honey, lime juice, and cilantro until well combined.
  2. Generously rub half of the mixture onto each ear of corn and set aside the remainder.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium heat and place the corn directly on the grates.
  4. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Brush with reserved mixture after 5 minutes.
  5. Once charred slightly, remove from grill and serve immediately with lime wedges.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ear of grilled corn (approximately 85g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Always choose fresh corn for the best flavor. Soaking corn in water before grilling can enhance moisture retention. Feel free to customize by adding spices like chili powder for extra kick or swapping cilantro for other herbs.

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