Charcoal-Grilled Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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Sweet corn grilled over charcoal and slathered with a fragrant garlic herb butter for a smoky twist. This American-inspired grilling recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs fresh corn on the cob, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 ears, husked fresh corn on the cob
4 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
3, finely minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your charcoal grill to medium heat, around 350°F, allowing the coals to become covered with white ash.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 3 finely minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 3: Place the 4 husked ears of corn directly on the grill grates and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until the kernels are tender and charred in spots.
Step 4: Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush each ear generously with the garlic herb butter while still hot, allowing the butter to melt into the kernels.
Step 5: Serve warm as a smoky, buttery side perfect for any grilled meal.