Grilled Corn Recipes: 5 Mouthwatering Toppings to Transform Your BBQ

Erin PhranerUpdated: Mar. 07, 2022

From Good Housekeeping

Season the summer with these simple toppings to make your grilled corn on the cob ridiculously tasty.

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Pizzaiola Spread

Grate 2 vine-ripe tomatoes, seeded, using a coarse box grater; strain and press out all excess liquid. Stir in 2 tbs. finely grated Parmesan cheese, 1 to 2 tsp. finely chopped basil, and ¼ tsp. salt. Spread on corn.

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Toasted Sesame Butter

Stir together 4 tbs. salted butter, softened; 1 tsp. white sesame seeds; ½ tsp. finely chopped cilantro; and ¼ tsp. toasted sesame oil. Spread on corn; sprinkle with more sesame seeds.

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Mexican-Style Street Corn

Spread low-fat mayonnaise on still-warm corn. Roll in ½ cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese. Sprinkle with chili powder. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing.

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Garlic-Old Bay Butter

Stir together 4 tbs. salted butter, softened; 1 small clove garlic, pressed; and ¼ tsp. Old Bay Seasoning. Spread on corn.

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Bacon-Cheddar

Spread low-fat mayonnaise on still-warm corn. Roll in ½ cup grated Cheddar cheese and 5 strips cooked bacon, chopped.

Originally Published: July 09, 2015

Originally Published in Reader's Digest