But when fresh corn isn’t accessible throughout the fall and winter months, your go-to corn recipes can still be made using canned or frozen corn. Corn is great in soups and salsa, adds crunch and color in pasta and salads and is of course the star in corn chowder and cornbread. In case you could use a few new corn dishes to rely on once prime corn season hits, we’ve got you covered with all the inspiration you need.
When is fresh corn in season?
Fresh, sweet corn is at its peak between the months of May and September and can be seen overflowing in baskets, bushels and crates at farmers’ markets around the country. And if you’re worried about where the best corn comes from, don’t be! Sweet corn grows in all 50 states.
Best Corn Recipes
From sweet corn chowder and canned corn fritters, to creamed corn, corn muffins, Instant Pot corn on the cob and chicken corn soup, we’ve rounded up 100 of our best corn recipes to put to good use this season. Stock up on all the fresh corn while you can, because you won’t be able to cook your way through these easy corn sides and summer dishes fast enough.
Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
With this Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe you can put six ears right into your pot and simplify meal time so you can enjoy every morsel of summer. It also helps free up the stove so you don’t have to add any more heat to the house. Get the recipe
Grilled Corn with Jalapeño-Brown Sugar Butter
This easy grilled corn is inspired by the side dish served at Gatlin’s BBQ in Houston. You can make the compound butter up to 2 days ahead, and freeze any leftovers. The butter also is delicious on grilled steak or fish. Get the recipe
Guy Fieri’s Chipotle Corn Salad with Grilled Bacon
Guy says: “If there’s a vegetable that loves the grill, it’s corn. Caramelizing the natural sugars, adding a little bit of chipotle heat, then kissing it with a little bacon…the only thing I warn you is that you cannot live on this alone. You must eat other things.” Get the recipe
Pickled Corn Relish
Serve on hot dogs or pulled pork sandwiches. Get the recipe
Warm Candied Corn Salad
“I wanted a corn salad to taste like salted caramel,” says Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli of this recipe from her cookbook, The Home Cook. “Just toss and serve—and watch it disappear.” Get the recipe
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
This isn’t your mama’s creamed corn! This creamed corn recipe has deep, rich flavor and is thick, not watery, like the canned version tends to be. Plus, it’s prepared in the slow cooker, freeing up valuable stovetop space—and valuable time. Get the recipe
Jerk-Spiced Buttery-Roasted Corn on the Cob
New Orleans-based Top Chef Nina Compton is the owner of Compère Lapin and the creator of this magical, jerk-spiced, buttery roasted corn dish. One bite is not enough. Get the recipe
Creamed Corn Gratin
Looking for new recipe ideas that won’t break the bank? Here is an affordable favorite for a holiday menu or Thanksgiving table. Get the recipe
Chicken, Corn and Black-Eyed Pea Nachos
This combination may sound a bit crazy, but it works. There’s just something about the chicken, corn and black-eyed peas combo in nacho form that’s so addictive. Get the recipe
Ratatouille with Chicken and Corn
The combination of eggplant, zucchini and tomatoes, called ratatouille, is the perfect dish to make when tomatoes and corn are in season. In this version, cooked chicken is added to the vegetables just before they come off the stove, making it a hearty, complete meal. Get the recipe
Pasta Salad with Grilled Corn and Broccoli
This primo pasta is so crunchy and satisfying, no one will miss the meat! Get the recipe
Fresh Corn and Tomato Fettuccine
Fresh Corn and Tomato Fettuccine is the perfect pasta dish for summer, loaded with veggies and tangy feta cheese. If you’re unable to get fresh corn and tomatoes, you can substitute frozen corn and one can diced tomatoes. You can also swap fettuccine for any gluten-free pasta of your liking for a low-carb alternative. Get the recipe
Spinach Corn Curry
Spinach corn curry is an easy-to-make, delicious and healthy green curry. Spinach has a high nutritional value and is extremely rich in antioxidants, folic acid, and vitamins and this curry goes very well with plain rice, Indian breads or even tortillas. Get the recipe
Quesadillas with Corn, Shrimp and Goat Cheese
These shrimp and corn quesadillas are muy deliciosas. Get the recipe
Cornbread-Topped Beef Chili
The slow cooker makes this filling chili from Alison LaFortune, who blogs at lifealittlebrighter.com, mostly hands off. The cornbread topping makes it irresistible. Using canned soup, frozen corn and taco seasoning keeps prep to a minimum, but delivers hearty Southwest flavor. Get the recipe
Sweet Corn Pudding
Canned corn is the star of this easy-to-make, delectable dish. Because the corn is picked and packed at the peak of ripeness, the freshness and flavor of the corn are sealed in—and available any time of ear, umm, year! Get the recipe
Easy Baked Beef Bean and Corn Quesadillas
A satisfying and hearty meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. Get the recipe
Corn Fritters with Maple Syrup
A bag of frozen corn gets star treatment in these gotta-have-another corn fritters. And whether it’s July 16th (AKA National Corn Fritter Day) or not, we have a feeling you’re going to want to make a lot more of these once you try one bite. Get the recipe
Cherry Tomato, Corn and Lentil Salad
Most people wait all year for fresh corn and tomatoes and when you combine the two, you have this quick and easy salad that’s the perfect addition to any meal. Get the recipe
Corn Chowder with Salmon
This hearty chowder will feed and warm your whole family in just 25 minutes. Get the recipe
Sweet Corn Coleslaw
Here are easy mix-ins for updating a picnic staple. Sweet Corn Coleslaw has sugar, white wine vinegar and corn to make a sweet side. Get the recipe
Green Chile Chicken Corn Chowder
Green Chile Chicken Corn Chowder is super easy to make, requires little supervision and it’s SO good. If you don’t have chipotle powder, just use cayenne or crushed red pepper. Get the recipe
Kayla Itsines’ Pork and Corn Tacos
Global fitness superstar Kayla Itsines is the woman behind Bikini Body Guides and the renowned fitness app Sweat. And her Pork and Corn Tacos are just as filling and delicious as they are beautiful. Get the recipe
Asparagus, Tomato and Shoepeg Corn Summer Soup
Asparagus, fresh tomatoes, and shoepeg corn all come together to make a delicious spring time soup that’s perfect to throw together for a dinner starter or lunch to take to work. Get the recipe
Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Muffins with Jalapeño Butter
These Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Muffins have even more jalapeño goodness to them—jalapeño butter. Get the recipe
Spicy Fourth of July Corn on the Cob
Why not add a little kick to your corn on the cob by whipping up this spice rub to spread on your ears of corn prior to grilling? Spicy Corn on the Cob is super-yummy and a nice change from the typical butter-and-salt spread. Get the recipe
Bacon and Corn Saute
This quick bacon and corn sauté is hard to resist and pairs so well with any meat or fish off the grill. Get the recipe
Sweet Corn Coleslaw
Sweet corn gives a whole new flavor to bagged coleslaw and can be thrown together in minutes, making it an ideal summertime side. Get the recipe
Bryant Terry’s Smashed Potatoes, Peas and Corn with Chile-Garlic Oil
A national leader for creating southern soul food, Bryant Terry uses farm-fresh ingredients while honoring the cultural heritage of the African diaspora. His recipe for smashed potatoes, peas, and corn with chile-garlic oil is inspired by the flavors of a Kenyan recipe for irio, a seasoned puree of white potatoes, green peas, and corn that’s occasionally mixed with greens. Sanura Weathers Get the recipe
Cheesy Tomato and Spinach Cornbread Pie
This meat-free meal still has plenty of protein to satisfy a hungry family. Good news for leftover lovers: This dish is just as tasty the next day! Get the recipe
Chicken-Corn Tortilla Soup
This version of the classic tortilla soup recipe is yummy, super easy to make and perfect for nights when dinner really isn’t the first thing on your mind. It’s a one-pot dish too, so you can’t beat that! Get the recipe
Baked Corn Risotto
Traditionally, making risotto means standing over the stove and stirring the rice. But this baked version yields terrific creamy results with much less effort. Get the recipe
Chilaquiles with Salsa and Corn
For Sunday brunch, chef Carlotta Flores serves up the classic Mexican comfort food chilaquiles, a hearty casserole of tortilla chips, eggs, cheese, salsa, onions and corn. Meat lovers can add cooked chorizo or bacon. Get the recipe
Casa Vega Sweet Corn Tamales
These tamales surprisingly easy for anyone to make at home. You can find all of the ingredients in most supermarkets (look for corn husks in the Latin foods aisle), and with a little practice, you’ll be rolling tamales like a pro. Get the recipe
Quick and Healthy Corn Salad with Feta and Herbs
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Scallops with Creamed Corn
The naturally sweet flavor of scallops partners beautifully with corn in this fresh recipe from PARADE chef Jon Ashton. The trick to cooking scallops is not to move them once they hit the pan, except to flip once—this helps them develop a dark brown crust. Get the recipe
Spaghetti with Corn and Bacon
If you’re not adding corn and bacon to your pasta, chances are you’re not doing it right. Get the recipe
Broccoli Corn Chowder
Nutritionist Ariane Resnick’s Broccoli Corn Chowder recipe offers a quick-and-easy meal that can help prep you for a better night’s rest. Corn contains melatonin, which may help improve sleep, while broccoli has tryptophan, an amino acid that, when paired with carbs—like corn—can also send sleep signals to your brain. Get the recipe
Sweet Corn Pudding
Canned corn is the star of this easy-to-make, delectable dish. Because the corn is picked and packed at the peak of ripeness, the freshness and flavor of the corn are sealed in – and available any time of ear, umm, year! Get the recipe
Black Bean and Corn Succotash
This dish is done in a snap using convenient household staples, such as frozen corn and canned black beans. Get the recipe
Grilled Chili-Rubbed T-Bone Steaks with Corn on the Cob
“There’s something so nice about the smell of a barbecue in the summer," says chef Curtis Stone. And these BBQ steaks are perfection with corn on the cob. Get the recipe
Simple Corn Soup
For something quick and seasonal, try this Simple Summer Corn Soup. With just six ingredients this soup comes together in about 30 minutes. Get the recipe
Honey-Coriander Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Corn Salsa
These gorgeous pork chops are typical of the upscale “glamping” trend that brings gourmet fare to the campfire. They’re from Feast by Firelight by Emma Frisch, cofounder and culinary director of the plush Firelight Camps in Ithaca, N.Y. Get the recipe
Border Grill’s Roasted Corn Esquite and Black Bean Tacos
Chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken have become famous for cooking up sensational Cinco de Mayo fare. The owners of Border Grill (with locations in Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Santa Monica) provided Parade.com with this special recipe for our readers to enjoy. Get the recipe
Super-Simple Creamy Baked Corn
This baked corn is so simple to make, you’ll be amazed at how rich and creamy and flavorful it is. With a five-minute prep time, then under an hour in the oven, it’s the perfect side dish for a hearty dinner. Get the recipe
Chili and Corn Burritos
Here is a simple lunch that takes minutes to make. By using low-sodium chili beans, you still get the same great flavor without adding extra salt to your diet. Get the recipe
Apple Banana Corn Muffins
These muffins are simple to make. Really simple. You’ve probably already got all of the ingredients on hand so you can feel good that you don’t have to go spend more money to make your family this scrumptious treat. Get the recipe
Blond Corn Chowder
Be sure you cook the flour well, stirring to blend. The flour acts only as a thickener. Get the recipe
Slow Cooker Corn and Cheese Chowder
This recipe is terrific because it mostly cooks during the day while you’re gone. Add in a few ingredients toward the end of cooking time then sit down, relax and supper is ready. Get the recipe
Super Succotash
This medley of vegetables is a snap and has quite the crunch. Get the recipe
Sweet Corn Pudding
Chef Bradley Day of New York City’s STK Downtown would want to be stranded on a desert island with these three ingredients: a whole suckling pig, fresh corn and Thai chili sauce. We want to be stranded with his sweet corn pudding. Get the recipe
Street Corn Soup
Chef Andrew Rea created a twist on street corn by making this incredible Street Corn Soup for his dinner guests using ingredients they chose at the table and judging by the looks of it—it was a total winner. Get the recipe
Corn Salad
This Gourmet classic is a great addition to any warm-weather feast. Try it with these Sesame-Ginger Beef Kebabs or BBQ Chicken. Get the recipe
Southwestern Corn Salad
This bright and festive corn salad is the perfect side dish for a summer dinner. Get the recipe
Pumpkin Corn Soup
Pumpkin corn soup is full of festive fall flavors and works well as a first course or as a quick, warming afternoon snack. Get the recipe
Fresh Corn Bisque
Have a big stash of corn to to use up? Make a silky smooth Fresh Corn Bisque. Not a ton of ingredients in this recipe; corn is the big star here. A little chicken stock, some shallots, an onion and a potato to add a bit of body and once you try this, you’ll be filling up big bags of corn at the market all summer long! Get the recipe
Cornbread-Chili Casserole
Getting this crowd-pleaser to the table takes 60 minutes from start to finish. Get the recipe
Quinoa with Roasted Corn
This side dish by Mark Bittman can accompany just about anything. And since quinoa is one of the few plant-based sources of complete protein, it also can serve as a vegetarian main dish. Get the recipe
Party Corn Salad
Exemplifying everything about summer that’s delicious, Party Corn Salad is a celebratory, colorful dish with an herbaceous finish thanks to fresh basil. Get the recipe
Slow Cooker Sausage and Corn Chowder
There’s nothing better than a hearty, warming bowl of slow cooker sausage and corn chowder after a crisp autumn day and this recipe is just as soon in the summer too! Get the recipe
Easy Corn Casserole
Trust us, your family will absolutely love this easy and delicious corn casserole that makes for an incredible side dish. And don’t worry, this corn casserole recipe will be done in a jiffy! Clare Barboza / Bonnie Matthews Get the recipe
Fresh Corn and Tomato Salsa
Not putting corn in your salsa? You won’t be able to stop after trying this easy recipe with added corn. Get the recipe
Corn and Goat Cheese Omelet
There’s no better omelet ingredient pairing than corn and goat cheese. Get the recipe
Buttery-Sweet Summer Corn Risotto
Summer produce stands are piled high with cobs of crisp, buttery-sweet golden corn, and we’re making everything from corn salads, salsas and soups. But corn risotto? Yeah, we hadn’t thought of that either, and boy is it a treat none better to try than right now. Get the recipe
Corn and Poblano Tostadas with Guacamole
Grilled corn and poblano tostadas are a fun way to mix it up on Taco Tuesday. Topped with guacamole and a drizzle of sour cream, they’re a flavorful and satisfying meat-free meal. Get the recipe
Daphne Oz’s Corn Pudding
“The perfect Thanksgiving side dish, this sweet and creamy corn pudding is everyone’s favorite, and a wonderful vegetarian option, not to mention it’s easy as pie,” says Daphne. Get the recipe
Edamame, Chickpea and Corn Salad
This easy Edamame, Chickpea and Corn Salad relies on flavorful, budget-friendly staples and is a breeze to toss together for hassle-free lunches. With frozen edamame and corn, canned chickpeas and a simple lime juice, olive oil and ground cumin vinaigrette, it’s a quick, make-ahead salad you’ll want to have again and again. Get the recipe
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Grilling corn in the husk actually steams the corn and gives it a smoky flavor. When you remove the husk, the kernels are tender and sweet. Don’t worry if the husks burn, the corn will just taste better. Get the recipe
Easy Corn Gazpacho
Don’t throw those husks away when you’re shucking corn! Simmer with water to make a corn stock that is pure liquid gold. Get the recipe
Pasta with Corn and Snap Peas
Fresh corn straight of the cob is excellent in this dish, but frozen or canned corn will also do the trick. Get the recipe
Best and Easiest Grilled Corn on the Cob
This grilled corn on the cob has great flavor with a bit of Mexican flair. If you don’t have a grill, don’t worry! You can still make this corn by broiling it in the oven. Get the recipe
Veggie Lasagna
Meat lovers and vegetarians alike will love this tasty and healthy lasagna. Get the recipe
Grilled Corn
There’s a lot to love about Southern grill master Matt Moore’s cookbook, Serial Griller, starting with spotlight-stealing side dishes like this Grilled Corn With Dill Buttah and Feta, pairing smoky-sweet grilled corn on the cob with dill-flecked compound butter and salty feta. Get the recipe
Marcus Samuelsson’s Salmon Skewer with Grilled Corn
Superstar chef Marcus Samuelsson, the youngest chef ever awarded a three-star restaurant review from The New York Times, shares his delicious recipe for salmon skewers and grilled corn. Get the recipe
Roasted Olathe Sweet Corn Salsa
Olathe, Colorado is thought to produce some of America’s sweetest corn. Taste it yourself at the annual Olathe Sweet Corn Festival, where for the price of admission, you can eat all the cobs you can get. While the festival does not host a corn cook-off, this recipe is one of the town’s favorites. Get the recipe
Warm Corn and Bacon Dip
If you’re hosting a fall party, having friends over to watch the big game or tailgating, this is just the perfect recipe. This warm corn and bacon dip is a delicious appetizer. Get the recipe
Honey Corn Cakes
These delicious cakes are light and flavorful. Serve them at a party or for a quick ’n’ easy meal. You can even make them in a skillet on a grill. Get the recipe
Corn-Chive Pancakes
These corn-chive pancakes are fritter-like and filled with delicious flavor thanks to chives and cheese. Get the recipe
Linda Evans’ Dynasty Corn Pudding
“Food has never let me down,” says Evans. “In the early ’80s, we shot a scene for Dynasty where Joan [Collins] and I had to fight in a lily pond. During lunch, I was bundled up and shivering like a drowned rat, so I asked my assistant to get me something to eat. She came back with this warm plate of corn pudding. I was in heaven!” Get the recipe
Spicy Corn Relish
Give your burger a bite with this zippy corn and pepper topping. Stack it with American cheese, fried onions (like French’s) and coleslaw. Get the recipe
Simple Corn Soufflé
“I decided to gather a collection of recipes that I cook at home today,” says Pépin. His influences are illustrated in this French soufflé with a touch of Mexican heat and all-American sweet corn. Get the recipe
Corn Confetti Rice Salad
Brown rice is tossed with bell pepper, scallions, beans and corn before being garnished with nuts and cilantro. Young chefs will have fun making vinaigrette by shaking a jar of rice vinegar together with olive oil and spices. Get the recipe
Corn Muffins
Pro tip for making these corn muffins: Stir lightly—no elbow grease needed. Get the recipe
Cilantro-Lime Grilled Corn
To prevent the corn husk from burning, be sure to soak each ear of corn for 20 minutes before grilling. Get the recipe
Corn Pancakes
Get some veggies for breakfast with these delish corn pancakes. Get the recipe
Cast-Iron Skillet Creamed Corn
This side is traditionally hearty, usually calling for a cup of heavy cream. But here we lighten it up a bit by using a half cup of cream and a half cup of chicken stock, keeping the smoky, sweet and creamy taste, but cutting out a few of the calories. Get the recipe
Dean Koontz’s Best Baked Corn
“The flavor, the texture—this is what God expected when He sat down at His table.” Get the recipe
Tex-Mex Creamy Corn Soup
There’s no cream in this creamy, stick-to-your-ribs soup from recipe developer Kristin Stangl of Brooklyn, New York. The rich texture comes from blending broth with frozen corn—no need to thaw. You can also use fresh corn. Your family can make this bowl their own way by piling on their favorite taco toppings. Get the recipe
Butternut Squash, Corn and Coconut Soup
Switch up your go-to butternut squash soup recipe with corn and coconut! Get the recipe
Cheeto-lote Corn on the Cob
This fiery, lurid-looking riff on Mexican-style street corn on the cob is inspired by a popular snack at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Get the recipe
Bacon and Corn Frittata
Corn, bacon and cheese make for a winning brunch or supper combo in this frittata. Get the recipe
Summer Corn and Tomato Salad
Tomatoes and corn are at their peak, so stand back and watch them shine in this simple—and healthy—recipe. Get the recipe
Corn Cakes with Blueberry Banana Compote
If you can get fresh ears of corn, cut the kernels off them. When you cut, save the “milk” that comes away as the kernels separate from the cob. Add it to the batter for a super savor. Get the recipe
Grilled Corn Panzanella
Fresh and summery, this dish makes the best of ripe seasonal tomatoes, sweet basil and fresh corn. Get the recipe
Corn Bread
Corn bread is the perfect side to a bowlful of warm soup or stew. Try pairing it with this Vegetarian Chili. Get the recipe
Smoky Strip Steaks with Mexican-Style Grilled Corn
Smoky steaks and charred corn on the cob? Sign us up! Get the recipe
Grilled Corn with Smoky Butter and Manchego
Spanish flavors (roasted red bell pepper, smoked paprika) meet a popular Mexican-style street food (cheese-dusted grilled corn) in this addictive summer side dish. Get the recipe
Slow Cooker or Stove-Top Creole Okra Corn Soup Recipe
You can get fresh okra and fresh corn at the farmers’ market for this recipe, but you can also make it in the dead of winter with frozen corn and okra. You could even take some of the fresh right now and freeze it for a treat later this year. Get the recipe
Zesty Corn and Cucumber Salad
Flavorful ingredients, such as cilantro, lime juice and cumin, add Southwestern flair to corn salad. Get the recipe
Crispy Ham and Corn Fritters
These crispy Ham and Corn Fritters are one delicious way to used leftover baked ham from Easter. Served with a simple salad, this quick Easter appetizer or main-dish recipe is a tasty twist on the classic ham-and-pineapple flavor combo. Get the recipe
