Description
This Air Fryer Corn on the Cob – Vegetable Side is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish ready in just 10 minutes. Made with fresh sweet corn, olive oil, and simple seasonings, this easy recipe delivers juicy, tender corn with a slight roasted flavor. Perfect for family dinners, summer BBQs, or a light side dish any day of the week.
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh sweet corn – tender and juicy base
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil – adds light crispness
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt – enhances natural sweetness
- Freshly ground black pepper – adds a mild kick
- Lime wedges (optional) – for a bright citrus finish
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional) – for aroma and color
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove husks and silks from each corn ear, rinse, and pat dry.
- Place the corn on a large plate. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, coating evenly.
- Arrange the corn in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between the ears for even cooking.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway through, until kernels are bright yellow and tender.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with lime juice and cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- For extra charred flavor, add 1–2 more minutes of cooking time.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes or in the microwave for 1–2 minutes.
- Frozen corn can be used; cook for 12–14 minutes without thawing.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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