Corn on the Cob with Chipotle-Scallion Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Corn on the Cob with Chipotle-Scallion Butter
20 min.
6
227kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with this vibrant and flavorful Corn on the Cob with Chipotle-Scallion Butter, a delightful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe combines the sweetness of fresh corn with a rich, zesty butter that elevates it to a whole new level.

Imagine sinking your teeth into tender, juicy corn, perfectly cooked to retain that crisp-tender bite. The addition of minced chipotle chiles in adobo adds a smoky heat that beautifully complements the corn's natural sweetness, while the bright lime zest brings a refreshing contrast. Plus, the vibrant green scallions not only add a pop of color but also a subtle onion flavor that ties it all together.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe serves up to six people, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, picnics, or as a delightful side dish to accompany your favorite entrees. With only 227 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Prepare to wow your friends and family with this mouthwatering dish that’s as simple to make as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chipotles in adobo canned minced seeded
  • large ears corn halved
  • 0.3 teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.3 cup spring onion minced (2 to 3)
  • 0.8 stick butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Stir together butter, scallions, chipotles, zest, and rounded 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cook corn in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer with tongs to butter mixture and toss.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein7.8%
Fat48.23%
Carbs43.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.67
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.0586957089279%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.28kcal
11.36%
Fat:13.4g
20.61%
Saturated Fat:7.72g
48.26%
Carbohydrates:27.48g
9.16%
Net Carbohydrates:24.26g
8.82%
Sugar:9.23g
10.25%
Cholesterol:30.37mg
10.12%
Sodium:23.7mg
1.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.87g
9.75%
Folate:63.16µg
15.79%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.98%
Magnesium:54.03mg
13.51%
Vitamin A:662.1IU
13.24%
Phosphorus:132.22mg
13.22%
Fiber:3.22g
12.88%
Vitamin B3:2.56mg
12.8%
Vitamin C:10.53mg
12.77%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.02%
Potassium:401.08mg
11.46%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.44%
Vitamin K:10.04µg
9.56%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.8%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.11%
Iron:0.87mg
4.83%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Copper:0.08mg
4.15%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3.01%
Selenium:1.02µg
1.46%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Source:Epicurious