Low Fat Charred Corn

Elevate your summer grilling game with this irresistible Low Fat Charred Corn recipe—an effortless and healthy dish that’s packed with smoky, zesty flavor. Fresh ears of corn are lightly misted with olive oil spray for a low-calorie touch, then brushed with a tantalizing blend of fresh lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Grilled to perfection, the corn develops beautifully charred, caramelized kernels that complement the vibrant garnish of fresh cilantro. Perfect as a guilt-free side dish for barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare, bursting with flavor, and ready in just 25 minutes. If you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy summer produce, Low Fat Charred Corn is the ultimate choice for your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
• 1 spray bottle olive oil spray
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Husk the corn, removing all the silk strands, and discard.

Step 3

Lightly mist each ear of corn with olive oil spray to evenly coat.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Brush the lime juice mixture over each ear of corn, ensuring even coverage.

Step 6

Place the corn directly on the grill grates and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until the corn is charred to your liking.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the corn from the grill and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the charred corn as garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a delightful low-fat side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(623.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2215.3

Total Fat 241.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 657.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 32.8mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1079.0mg	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: 86.7%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 11.4%