Nutrition Facts for Lemony corn on the cob

Lemony Corn on the Cob

Elevate your summer side dishes with this irresistible recipe for Lemony Corn on the Cob, a bright and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Tender, juicy corn on the cob is boiled to perfection and brushed with a luscious lemon-garlic butter infused with fresh parsley, tangy lemon zest, and a touch of garlic for an unbeatable combination of flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vibrant dish is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a refreshing side to any meal. Highlighting the natural sweetness of fresh corn while adding a zingy citrus kick, this easy recipe is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Garnish with extra parsley for a beautiful presentation, and serve warm for a summery side that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Shuck the corn, removing all husks and silk strands. Rinse the ears under cold water to ensure they are clean.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Once the water is boiling, carefully place the corn ears into the pot. Reduce the heat to medium and let the corn cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.

Step 4

While the corn is cooking, prepare the lemon-garlic butter. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Once the corn is cooked, use tongs to remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Brush the lemon-garlic butter generously over each ear of corn, ensuring even coverage.

Step 9

Serve immediately while warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (2369.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 731.9
Total Fat 52.5g 0%
Saturated Fat 28.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 124mg 0%
Sodium 1310.6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.6g 0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g 0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 12.6g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 171.4mg 0%
Iron 2.7mg 0%
Potassium 1101.5mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%
Protein: 6.2%
Carbs: 35.7%