Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Crispy, buttery, and zesty, this Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Corn on the Cob is a quick, flavor-packed side dish that delivers the perfect char and tangy spice in every bite—finished with a creamy drizzle and grated cheese for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears corn, husked and cut into halves or thirds
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream (for drizzling)
- Chopped parsley or cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Brush the seasoned butter mixture generously over each piece of corn.
- Arrange corn in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway through, until slightly charred and crisp on the edges.
- Remove and drizzle with mayonnaise or sour cream, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use vegan butter and plant-based mayo for a dairy-free version.
- Great for summer cookouts or BBQ sides.
- Adjust lemon pepper and garlic powder to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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