Description
This Parmesan Corn on the Cob recipe features fresh corn grilled to perfection, then coated with a flavorful mixture of mayo, garlic powder, paprika, and topped with melted Parmesan cheese. It’s a delicious and easy summer side dish that’s creamy, cheesy, and full of smoky flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Corn and Butter
- 6 ears fresh corn, husked
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Seasoning and Topping
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare corn: Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. Brush each ear of corn with the melted butter, then season lightly with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Grill or roast the corn: Place the corn on the grill or in the oven. Cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure all sides are tender and lightly charred, which adds a smoky depth to the corn.
- Mix the mayo seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, garlic powder, and paprika. This mixture provides a creamy and flavorful coating for the corn.
- Coat and top the corn: Once the corn is cooked, brush each ear generously with the mayo mixture while still hot. Immediately sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top so it melts slightly into the warm corn, creating a rich cheesy layer.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the corn for a pop of color and freshness. Serve the Parmesan corn with lemon wedges on the side for a bright, tangy finish.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, substitute paprika with smoked paprika.
- Mayonnaise can be replaced with sour cream or Greek yogurt for a different tangy flavor and lighter texture.
- If grilling isn’t possible, boiled corn works well with this recipe too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
