By Becky Hardin
Updated Jun 27, 2025
Mexican Corn on the Cob is the perfect Summer side dish! I love to make this Mexican grilled corn recipe and serve it all summer long. It’s so easy, unique, flavorful, and delicious– the perfect Mexican corn side dish for every occasion!
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5-Star Review
“I have to tell you that I tried this recipe over the weekend with my family. Even my daughter that is extremely picky ate the corn. We enjoyed an amazing weekend with such delicious food. Thanks for such an amazing idea! We will certainly eat this corn again. :)” -Cassie
Mexican Corn on the Cob Recipe
I smothered this grilled corn on the cob with a creamy and cheesy taco-spiced sour cream mixture and garnished with fresh cilantro and lime juice. My family absolutely loves it.
If you don’t have time to grill your Mexican Corn, you can also cook your corn on the stovetop. We have a great recipe for how to cook corn on the cob —so easy and fast! If you choose to boil your corn, just follow the instructions for the sour cream mixture and brush on once the corn is done cooking.
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- ▢ 8 ears fresh sweet corn shucked, silks removed
- ▢ Olive oil spray for grilling
- ▢ ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt mayonnaise also works
- ▢ ¼ cup light sour cream
- ▢ ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ▢ ½ oz. taco seasoning (click for recipe!)
- ▢ 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (from ½ lime)
- ▢ 1 tsp flake sea salt or sea salt
For Garnish
- ▢ ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ▢ ¾ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- ▢ 1 whole lime cut into wedges
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Instructions
- Spray or brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil. 8 ears fresh sweet corn, Olive oil spray
- Grill for approximately 10 minutes, turning often to avoid burning. The corn should brown in places and be cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, sour cream, grated Parmesan, taco seasoning, lime juice, and salt. Set aside. ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup light sour cream, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ oz. taco seasoning, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp flake sea salt
- Take corn off of grill and brush liberally with Greek yogurt mixture.
- Sprinkle each ear of corn with cilantro, shredded parmesan, and squeeze with more lime juice. ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ¾ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, 1 whole lime
Becky’s Tips
- For easy grilling, leave the bottom end of the corn on as a handle.
- You can leave the corn in the husks to grill if you prefer. This will make the corn extra moist and juicy. You can open up the husks, add butter, and then close them back up, grill, and then remove the silks and husks.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Mexican Corn on the Cob Step by Step
Prep the corn: Spray or brush 8 ears of corn lightly with olive oil.
Grill the corn: Grill for approximately 10 minutes, turning often to avoid burning. The corn should brown in places and be cooked through.
Mix the sauce: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix ¼ cup of Greek yogurt, ¼ cup of light sour cream, ¼ cup of freshly grated Parmesan, ½ oz. of taco seasoning, 1 tbsp of lime juice, and 1 tsp of flaky salt. Set aside.
Dress the corn: Take the corn off the grill and brush liberally with the Greek yogurt mixture. Sprinkle the corn with ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro, ¾ cup of shredded Parmesan, and squeeze with more lime juice.
Serve : Serve the corn and enjoy.
How to Store
Store leftover Mexican corn on the cob in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. We recommend storing the sauce separately from the corn to keep it from drying out. Reheat the corn in the microwave or on the grill before basting with sauce.
Serving Suggestions
This Mexican grilled corn is the perfect side dish for taco night and Cinco de Mayo . It’s also great cut off the cob and used in some of our favorite recipes, like street corn nachos , in this street corn chicken , or even added to street corn salsa . Yum!
more corn recipes to try
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Esquites (Mexican Street Corn in a Cup)
Healthy Mexican Street Corn (Off the Cob)
Crockpot Corn Dip
Mexican Corn on the Cob Recipe (Mexican Grilled Corn)
Ingredients
- 8 ears fresh sweet corn shucked, silks removed
- Olive oil spray for grilling
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt mayonnaise also works
- ¼ cup light sour cream
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ oz. taco seasoning (click for recipe!)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (from ½ lime)
- 1 tsp flake sea salt or sea salt
For Garnish
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¾ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 whole lime cut into wedges
Instructions
- Spray or brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil. 8 ears fresh sweet corn, Olive oil spray
- Grill for approximately 10 minutes, turning often to avoid burning. The corn should brown in places and be cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, sour cream, grated Parmesan, taco seasoning, lime juice, and salt. Set aside. ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup light sour cream, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ oz. taco seasoning, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp flake sea salt
- Take corn off of grill and brush liberally with Greek yogurt mixture.
- Sprinkle each ear of corn with cilantro, shredded parmesan, and squeeze with more lime juice. ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ¾ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, 1 whole lime
Video
Notes
- For easy grilling, leave the bottom end of the corn on as a handle.
- You can leave the corn in the husks to grill if you prefer. This will make the corn extra moist and juicy. You can open up the husks, add butter, and then close them back up, grill, and then remove the silks and husks.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
