Mediterranean Style Corn

Elevate your summer side dishes with this vibrant Mediterranean Style Corn recipe! Juicy grilled corn on the cob is paired with a medley of tangy feta cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and aromatic fresh parsley. Tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing with a hint of smoked paprika, this dish bursts with bold Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a light appetizer, a side for grilled meats, or a stand-alone vegetarian dish, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Serve it fresh for a warm salad-style dish or chill for a cool, refreshing treat. A true celebration of summer produce!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ears corn on the cob
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Husk the corn and brush each ear lightly with olive oil.

Step 3

Grill the corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred in spots. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the corn cools, prepare the toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, and roughly chop the kalamata olives and parsley.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and zest the lemon. Then, juice the lemon into a small bowl.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grilled corn (cut the kernels off the cob if desired), cherry tomatoes, olives, onion, and parsley.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese into the bowl and mix gently to combine.

Step 8

In the same small bowl with the lemon juice, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Garnish with extra parsley or feta cheese before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	963.3 grams (963.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1353

Total Fat 95.20g	122%
Saturated Fat 29.00g	145%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4344mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 103.60g	38%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 37.20g	74%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 950mg	73%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 1791mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 29.2%