Description
Sweet roasted corn coated in a rich garlic-herb butter and roasted until tender with lightly golden edges. This easy side dish is fresh, savory, buttery, and perfect for cookouts, family dinners, or quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 6 ears fresh corn, husks removed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or roasting pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Place the corn on the prepared baking sheet and brush the garlic-herb butter generously over each ear of corn.
- Roast the corn for 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with extra butter during cooking.
- Once the corn is tender with slightly golden edges, remove it from the oven.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if desired and serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Fresh corn provides the sweetest flavor and best roasting texture.
- Brush the corn with butter several times while roasting to keep it moist.
- Smoked paprika or chili powder can be added for extra smoky flavor.
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice create a delicious Mexican-inspired variation.
- The garlic-herb butter can be prepared one day ahead and refrigerated.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
