Corn on the Cob with Lime-Chive Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Corn on the Cob with Lime-Chive Butter
45 min.
8
180kcal

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Easy to prepare yet bursting with flavor, Corn on the Cob with Lime-Chive Butter is the perfect side dish for any summertime gathering or backyard barbecue. This delightful recipe highlights sweet, tender corn, enhanced by a zesty and aromatic butter blend that elevates the humble ear of corn into a gourmet experience. With tangy fresh lime juice and finely grated lime peel that offer a refreshing citrus twist, combined with the vibrant notes of chives and a kick from cayenne pepper, each bite is a delicious explosion of taste.

Whether you choose to boil or grill the corn, the result is simple yet sensational. Boiling brings out the natural sweetness of the corn, while grilling adds a smoky char that complements the lime-chive butter beautifully. Best of all, this dish is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy.

Gather your friends and family and watch their faces light up as they savor this deceptively easy yet impressively flavorful side dish. Not only is it a visual feast, but it also embodies the essence of summer dining—fresh, vibrant, and utterly satisfying. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that serves eight people, making it an ideal choice for large gatherings or casual weeknight meals alike.

Ingredients

  • pinch cayenne pepper 
  •  ears of corn 
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon hungarian paprika sweet
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest finely grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt fine
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. Mix first 7 ingredients in medium bowl. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)
  2. To boil corn: Bring large pot of water to boil; add pinch of sugar, if desired. Husk corn.
  3. Add corn to pot. Return water to boil and cook corn 4 minutes.
  4. Drain corn and serve immediately with lime-chive butter.
  5. To grill corn: Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  6. Remove all but the innermost husks from corn. Fold back inner husks and remove corn silk. Rewrap inner husks around corn. Grill until husks are slightly charred and corn is tender, turning often, about 10 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately with lime-chive butter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein6.41%
Fat58.65%
Carbs34.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.5
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.353913018237%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:180.23kcal
9.01%
Fat:12.75g
19.61%
Saturated Fat:7.58g
47.4%
Carbohydrates:17.08g
5.69%
Net Carbohydrates:15.2g
5.53%
Sugar:5.71g
6.34%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:160.53mg
6.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.14g
6.27%
Vitamin A:632.13IU
12.64%
Folate:40.16µg
10.04%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.48%
Vitamin C:7.55mg
9.15%
Magnesium:34.53mg
8.63%
Phosphorus:84.92mg
8.49%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.1%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.77%
Fiber:1.88g
7.52%
Potassium:254.76mg
7.28%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.7%
Vitamin K:4.88µg
4.65%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.43%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.37%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.94%
Iron:0.52mg
2.86%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.81%
Copper:0.05mg
2.73%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%
Selenium:0.7µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious