Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
Easy Grilled Corn with a zesty Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce is the perfect side dish for summer cookouts. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the best grilled corn is to soak the husks in water before grilling. The corn stays moist and juicy, and the husks don’t burn. Plus, it’s better than takeout and ready in just 20 minutes. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Veggie Scrambled Eggs on Toast and Easy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.
Why This Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside
- Zesty chili lime yogurt sauce adds a kick
- Easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout and perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 6 ears of corn with husks
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Additional chopped cilantro
- Optional: Lime wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Corn: Use fresh, in-season corn for the best flavor.
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How to Make Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the corn: Soak the corn husks in water for 15 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn: Grill the corn, turning occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Serve: Brush the sauce onto the grilled corn and serve with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the corn. It can become dry and tough. Keep an eye on it and turn it frequently.
- Substitution: If you don't have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stove or even broil the corn in the oven.
- Make-ahead: The corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated on the grill or in the oven before serving. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
Storing & Reheating Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover corn in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
Freezing Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
Freezing is not recommended for this dish.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Soaking the husks in water before grilling helps prevent burning and keeps the corn moist.
- Best substitution: If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use sour cream or mayonnaise instead.
- Make-ahead: The corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the husks start to burn, move them to a cooler part of the grill or wrap them in foil.
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Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 ears of corn with husks
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Additional chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: Soak the corn husks in water for 15 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn: Grill the corn, turning occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Serve: Brush the sauce onto the grilled corn and serve with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: Soaking the husks in water before grilling helps prevent burning and keeps the corn moist.
- Best substitution: If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use sour cream or mayonnaise instead.
- Make-ahead: The corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the husks start to burn, move them to a cooler part of the grill or wrap them in foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover corn in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
- Make ahead: The corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, the corn can be grilled ahead of time and reheated. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.
Overcooking can dry out the corn. Keep an eye on it and turn it frequently.
Yes, you can broil the corn in the oven instead of grilling. Just watch it closely to prevent burning.
You can use sour cream or mayonnaise instead.
Soaking the husks in water before grilling helps prevent burning. You can also move them to a cooler part of the grill or wrap them in foil if they start to burn.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
