19 Fresh Corn Recipes That Taste Like Summer on a Plate
These fresh corn recipes will convince anyone that summer vegetables are delicious! If you're searching for a dish representing summer, we'd like to nominate these corn salad recipes, corn-on-the-cob toppings, street corn recipes, and more. When the weather changes, you can make nearly all of these fresh corn recipes with frozen corn too.
Mexican-Style Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Mexican corn recipes don't come much easier or tastier than this. The secret? Convection cooking in an air fryer! After just 14 minutes of cook time, take one minute more and coat in tasty south-of-the-border corn-on-the-cob toppings: butter, garlic, lime, and cilantro.
Fresh Corn Salad with Stone Fruit and Herbs
If you enjoy falafel fattoush, wait until you try this inspired take. This fresh corn recipe includes stone fruit (peaches, nectarines, or plums would be fabulous!), herbs, and pita. It'll pair beautifully with kabobs and other grilled meats at your next cookout.
Zucchini-Chorizo Sweet Corn Bake
No need to decide between squash and corn as the centerpiece of your summer table. This fresh corn recipe highlights both, plus spicy chorizo, a few eggs, and plenty of cheddar and Parmesan cheese to make this casserole a meal. We're wild about this creative corn recipe as a weekend brunch or a dinner side.
Fresh Corn Salad
Fruit salads shouldn't be the only produce beauties on your summer table. This fresh corn recipe is as colorful as can be, thanks to a quick blanch and some vibrant sidekicks: cucumber, sweet peppers, jalapeños, and cherry tomatoes. Make this grilled corn recipe a meal by topping it with grilled steak, shrimp, or chicken.
Fresh Corn and Chicken Chowder
Clam chowder has had its day. Ditch the East Coast fave for a good old Midwestern staple: corn. Instant potato flakes keep this chicken and corn chowder recipe thick and creamy, not to mention super speedy.
Sweet Corn Panna Cotta with Cherry-Vanilla Compote
Fresh corn recipes can be for dessert, too! The natural sweetness of those golden kernels is blended into a puree to create a silky-smooth cooling treat. A drizzle of cherry compote and a sprinkling of caramel corn lend tartness and crunch to the finished result.
Gnocchi, Sweet Corn, and Arugula in Cream Sauce
This delicious fresh corn recipe comes together in 20 minutes, thanks to shelf-stable gnocchi. The corn and arugula give freshness to the rich cream sauce. Add cooked shrimp to the dish to make it a more protein-rich dinner.
Charred Corn with Poblanos and Feta
Fresh herbs, fresh tomatoes, and fresh kernels make this corn salad recipe one of our top fast and fresh side dishes after a big farmers market run. Start by grilling the corn to add a pleasant smoky quality to the recipe. After bringing the garden goodies to the party, salty feta and a so-simple blender vinaigrette are the only corn toppings you need to finish the summer salad.
Stuffed Poblano Chiles with Sausage and Corn
Spice up a classic stuffed pepper recipe by filling poblano chiles instead. Here we make a combo of fresh corn, bell pepper, farro, sausage, and spices for the irresistible filling. Enjoy with your favorite salsa.
Blue Ribbon Corn Relish
Have a ton of ears of corn to use? Enjoy summer-fresh flavor all year round with this fresh corn relish that requires 16 to 20 ears. Combined with fresh veggies and a sweet-tart pickling liquid, you'll use it to scoop onto chips, burgers, and more.
Corn Ribs
If you love corn on the cob, meet your new favorite summer side dish. Corn ribs are made by cutting the corn into strips and air frying until tender. Once done, slather the dish with our homemade BBQ mayo.
Zucchini-Corn Soup with Andouille
This summer soup is loaded with sweet corn, sausage, and zucchini. Add fresh herbs to the broth to brighten up each bite. As one BHG home cook raves, "This is our go to soup all year round but especially when we have colds. Having a little heat in with the broth is just delicious."
Butter-Braised Corn on the Cob
For the most tender corn on the cob, skip the boiling water! Here, we're cooking the corn in a flavorful mixture of milk, butter, garlic, and spices. You can eat them right from the pot, but we like to top the corn recipe with jalapeno slices, cheese, and green onion.
Summer Risotto with Corn Butter and Shrimp
This summer dinner party recipe requires more prep than your average weeknight meal, but the results are totally worth it. Tender risotto is the perfect base for juicy shrimp and crisp sweet corn.
Corn Salad with Queso Fresco
Prep this corn salad recipe at least two hours before you plan to serve. As it sits in the fridge, the flavors meld. It's the perfect balance of sweet corn, tangy dressing, and salty cheese.
Orecchiette in Creamed Corn with Wilted Tomatoes and Arugula
This easy pasta toss starts with two of summer's best harvests: fresh sweet corn and cherry tomatoes. Round out the bowl with orecchiette pasta, pine nuts, arugula, and Parmesan cheese.
Padma's Grilled Corn
Padma Lakshmi prefers to grill her corn on the cob. After it's become charred and tender on the coals, top with corn with lemon, salt, and smoked paprika.
Cauliflower-Corn Tacos with Pico Verde
This meatless dinner idea don't skimp on flavor! Our favorite part of this corn recipe is that it's pretty hands off. Everything cooks right in your slow cooker. When you're ready for tacos, scoop the filling into shells and top with homemade pico verde.
Steak and Tomato Pasta Bowl
This review speaks for itself, "I love this recipe. It can be eaten hot or cold. You can add any type of fresh veggies to it. Absolutely delicious!" This corn recipe is one of our top picks for meal prepping.