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39 Corn Recipes You’ll Make All Summer Long

Updated on July 18, 2024

When the weather is warm, sweet and juicy corn is ripe for the picking. These recipes will help you make the most of your bounty.

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Our Best Ideas for Fresh Corn

We look forward to lots of seasonal produce during the summer months but fresh corn is always at the top of our list. However you take it (boiled, perfectly charred and straight from the grill, as an elote or even cooked in the microwave) it always ends up tender-yet-crisp and full of natural sweetness. The key to perfect results is knowing how to pick it at the peak of ripeness—and having a few tried-and-true recipes in your back pocket. Whether you’ve been growing corn at home or are picking up a few ears at the farmers market, look for ones that are firm and heavy, with yellow silks sticking out the top. (If the silks are starting to brown, skip that ear). Once you have your fresh corn, all that’s left to do is decide which of these delicious recipes to make first. They’re all winners but you can’t go wrong with simple, grilled corn on the cob. Bobby amps his up by serving the ears with two butters: one flavored with herbs, the other with garlic and spices.

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Esquites-Inspired Summer Pasta Salad

Pan-roasted corn is the star of this zesty pasta salad that’s perfect for picnics, cookouts or anytime you need a side that doubles as a vegetarian main. We took inspiration from the Mexican street-food favorite esquites: roasted corn kernels dressed with mayonnaise and sprinkled with Cotija cheese and lime juice.

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Grilled Barbecued Corn Ribs

Fresh, sweet summer corn gets the full barbecue treatment in this recipe for corn ribs. Seasoned with a spicy sweet dry rub and brushed with a tangy barbecue sauce, the corn develops a delicious caramelized crust as it curls into a perfectly juicy rib. You'll need a sharp knife and a steady hand to cut through the hard cobs; make sure you have a large, sturdy work surface and take your time.

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Guy Fieri whips up a hearty summer salad with grilled sweet corn, black beans and more veggies.
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