Grilled Corn Rings with Garlic & Herbs
Sweet corn cut into thick rings, grilled until lightly charred, then tossed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs.
These corn rings are playful, delicious, and perfect as a healthy party snack or festive side dish.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10–12 minutes
Total: ~22 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients
3 large corn cobs, husked
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
½ tsp smoked paprika or black pepper
Salt, to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro or basil, chopped
Optional: lemon wedges or grated Parmesan
Instructions
1. Prepare corn
Cut each corn cob crosswise into thick rings (about 1½ inches).
2. Grill
Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high.
Brush corn rings with olive oil.
Grill 4–5 minutes per side until golden with light char marks.
3. Toss with garlic & herbs
In a bowl, combine warm corn rings with garlic, paprika, salt, and fresh herbs.
Toss gently to coat.
4. Serve
Finish with a squeeze of lemon or a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.
Serve warm.
Tips & Variations
Add chili flakes for gentle heat.
Serve with garlic yogurt or lemon tahini dip.
Use air fryer (390°F / 200°C for 10–12 minutes) if no grill.
Great alongside grilled fish or chicken.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~180
Protein: 4 g
Carbs: 25 g
Fat: 8 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sodium: ~120 mg