Mediterranean Diet Cilantro Roasted Corn

Bring vibrant, fresh flavors to your table with Mediterranean Diet Cilantro Roasted Corn—a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that's perfect as a healthy side dish. Freshly roasted corn on the cob is brushed with a smoky seasoned olive oil blend, then oven-roasted to tender, lightly charred perfection. Tossed with fragrant cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime, this dish is an irresistible marriage of smoky, tangy, and herbal notes. Quick to prepare and ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and plant-based recipe is ideal for anyone following the Mediterranean diet or looking to elevate their vegetable sides. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a colorful addition to weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or festive gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 whole lime
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

Step 2

Husk the corn and remove any remaining silk strands to prepare for roasting.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir to mix well.

Step 4

Brush the seasoned olive oil mixture evenly over the corn ears, ensuring each is fully coated.

Step 5

Place the seasoned corn ears on a roasting pan lined with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking and charring.

Step 7

While corn is roasting, finely chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.

Step 8

Juice the lime and keep the juice ready for dressing the roasted corn.

Step 9

Once the corn is done roasting and has a nice char, remove it from the oven.

Step 10

Let the corn cool slightly before handling, then cut the kernels off the cob using a sharp knife.

Step 11

In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted corn kernels, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.

Step 12

Toss the mixture to ensure the corn is evenly coated with cilantro and lime juice.

Step 13

Adjust seasoning with additional sea salt and black pepper to taste, if necessary.

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature as a vibrant side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(478.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	584.8

Total Fat 32.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2392.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 12.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 54.6mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1144.8mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 47.6%