Roundups

Easy Corn Recipes for Summer

By Samira Kazan

published July 14, 2025

From quick weeknight dinners to summer BBQ spreads and everything in between, corn shows up a lot in my kitchen this time of year. It’s sweet, versatile, and super easy to cook—whether I’m making simple microwave corn on the cob , tossing it into a fresh salad, or even turning it into homemade tortillas.

There’s something about fresh corn that just feels like summer to me. I always seem to bring home more than I planned, and that’s probably why I keep coming back to these corn recipes again and again. They’re easy, comforting, and perfect for using up every last kernel.

And if you’ve picked up a few too many ears (I always do), I’ve also got you covered on how to freeze corn so nothing goes to waste.

Corn on the cob topped with salt and pepper - 1

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

close up of mexican street corn elotes eaten a bit. - 2

Mexican street corn (elote)

top view close up of mexican street corn salad in a white plate garnished with some lime wedges and jalapenos - 3

Easy Mexican street corn salad

Dipping a spicy corn rib into chili mayo - 4

How To Make Spicy Corn Ribs (corn ‘riblets’)

A bowl with Souther fried corn - 5

Southern Fried Corn Recipe

A bowl of homemade creamed corn - 6

Easy Creamed Corn

A serving of freshly made corn casserole - 7

The Easiest Corn Casserole

Homemade corn flour square - 8

How to Make Cornmeal With Popcorn (and other corn)

Corn tortilla - 9

Authentic Corn Tortilla Recipe (Gluten-Free Tortillas)

Looking for more fresh summer flavors to brighten your meals? Check out these 19 eggplant recipes featuring simple sides, a fresh salad, hearty main dishes, and flavorful dips. They are perfect for enjoying throughout the season.