Spicy and Creamy Cajun Corn on the Cob with Zesty Toppings
A delightful twist on traditional corn on the cob, featuring creamy mayonnaise and sour cream with Cajun seasoning for a spicy kick, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 ears of fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prep the corn by husking it and removing any silk strands.
- Brush each ear lightly with melted butter.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the corn directly on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Stir until well blended and creamy.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese and set it aside.
- Remove the corn from the grill and coat each ear with the creamy mixture.
- Sprinkle with grated cheese and fresh parsley before serving with lime wedges.
Notes
For milder flavor, adjust Cajun seasoning. Customize toppings for more variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg