Honey butter corn on the cob
Honey butter corn on the cob is a popular side dish, especially in American barbecue and summer cookouts. It features fresh corn on the cob slathered in a mixture of melted butter and honey, often grilled or roasted to bring out a sweet and savory flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fats, primarily from the corn and butter. It provides dietary fiber, vitamin C, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 100 mg |
| Potassium | 270 mg |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 ear of corn with butter and honey (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple at outdoor gatherings in the United States, symbolizing summer and communal eating. Nutritionally, the combination of natural sugars from corn and added honey makes it a quick energy source, while the butter adds richness.
