Zesty Chili Lime Grilled Corn

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

This Grilled Chili Lime Corn recipe is a vibrant and zesty side dish perfect for grilling out during the summer. The combination of chili powder, lime juice, and fresh corn creates a deliciously bold flavor that complements any barbecue.

Ideal for outdoor gatherings, this recipe is simple and quick, making it a fantastic addition to your collection of recipes for the grill.

Easy Grilled Chili Lime Corn Recipe

This dish features sweet corn on the cob grilled to perfection and coated with a spicy chili lime butter. The recipe takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 ears of fresh corn, husked
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)
Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Corn: Husk the corn and remove all silk strands. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
Make Chili Lime Butter: In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt until well combined.
Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Corn: Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and has grill marks.

Coat with Butter: Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush the chili lime butter mixture over each ear of corn while it’s still hot.
Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.