Flavorful Garlic Herb Butter Grilled Corn with Cotija Cheese
A quick and easy grilled corn recipe featuring garlic herb butter and tangy Cotija cheese, perfect for outdoor gatherings and casual meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, chives), finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, lime juice, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let sit at room temperature.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375°F). Brush corn lightly with olive oil.
- Grill corn on the grates, turning every 2-3 minutes for 12-15 minutes until golden brown with grill marks and cooked through.
- Remove corn from grill and immediately brush generously with garlic herb butter.
- Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese evenly over the buttered corn.
- Optionally, add extra lime juice, herbs, or smoked paprika for additional flavor.
Notes
If no grill is available, use a cast iron grill pan or broil the corn in the oven, turning frequently to avoid burning. Butter can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the fridge. For dairy-free options, substitute butter with vegan margarine and Cotija cheese with a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: grilled corn, garlic herb butter, Cotija cheese, easy side dish, summer recipe, outdoor grilling, Mexican cheese, smoky corn