Corn on the cob is a staple in our house all summer long and we get excited every year when corn season returns. We love those plump, tender kernels that spontaneously squirt when you bite into them.
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Why Should You Grill Corn on the Cob in Foil?
When you grill corn on the cob in foil, the prep is minimal and the kernels turn out so moist and flavorful. The foil traps the steam and corn juices to keep the ears from drying out so there’s no need for pre-soaking the corn. On hot summer days, you can avoid turning on your stove by cooking foil-wrapped corn outside on the grill. Cooking corn in foil requires hardly any prep and is the easiest method. It is also quick and takes just 15-20 minutes on a grill at medium/high heat.
Can I Prep Foil Wrapped Corn Ahead?
Cooking corn on the cob in foil is also a great way to cook corn when camping. You can pre-wrap your ears before leaving home and they are ready to toss into the campfire when you get to your campsite! I do recommend double-wrapping the corn in two layers of foil if you plan to cook it in a campfire.
How to Season your Corn on the Cob?
You can serve the corn plain without butter (if you’re counting calories) and enjoy your juicy cob right out of the foil, but perfectly seasoned corn on the cob screams summertime. The lemon dill butter is a tasty addition to foil-grilled corn and makes this grilled corn mouth-wateringly delicious.
How to Make Lemon Dill Butter:
How to Grill Corn in Foil:
Our Favorite Corn Recipes:
Adding sweet grilled corn on the cob to these corn recipes makes all the difference. We use leftover grilled corn in foil to make some of our favorite recipes.
Avocado Corn Salad Corn Chowder Shrimp Cobb Salad Taco Soup Avocado Chicken Salad
