Best 6 Pesto Corn Grilled Peppers Recipes

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Aromatic and vibrant, pesto corn grilled peppers burst with bold flavors and vibrant colors. This delectable dish is a perfect appetizer, side dish, or main course that is sure to impress your taste buds. The combination of sweet corn, smoky grilled peppers, and aromatic pesto creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard barbecue or looking to create a quick and easy meal, this recipe is an absolute must-try.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PESTO-CORN GRILLED PEPPERS



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We grill almost daily and enjoy using fresh produce from our garden. These pepper halves filled with a basil-seasoned corn mixture is my husband's favorite recipe. -Rachael Marrier, Star Prairie, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups packed basil leaves
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels or walnuts
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
4 medium sweet red, yellow or green peppers
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • For pesto, combine 1/2 cup oil, grated cheese, basil, sunflower kernels and garlic in a blender; cover and process until blended., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped red pepper; cook and stir until tender. Add corn and pesto; heat through., Halve peppers lengthwise; remove seeds. Grill peppers, covered, over medium heat, cut side down, 8 minutes. Turn; fill with corn mixture. Grill 4-6 minutes longer or until tender. If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH CILANTRO PESTO



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Provided by Jeffrey Saad

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ears corn on the cob, husks removed
1/2 cup Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
1/4 cup grated Cotija cheese (feta or Parmesan may be substituted)
1 bunch cilantro, leaves washed and drained
3/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup Roasted Green Pumpkin seeds, recipe follows
1/2 cup grated Cotija cheese (can substitute feta or Parmesan)
2 cloves garlic, chopped, optional
1/2 cup green pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
Salt

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium-high. Once hot, lay the corn across the grill. Rotate corn every 3 minutes until all sides are evenly golden and slightly charred, about 15 minutes.
  • Put the corn on a platter. While corn is still hot brush the corn with cilantro pesto and then sprinkle with the Cotija cheese. Serve.
  • In a food processor add the cilantro, canola oil, pumpkin seeds, Cotija cheese, and garlic. Puree until smooth but not liquid. Taste for seasoning. Cooks Note: Usually you do not need salt because of the salt in the roasted pumpkin seeds and the cheese. Set aside.
  • Yield: 3/4 cup
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Add the pumpkin seeds, canola oil, chili powder and salt, to taste, in a small bowl. Mix well to combine.
  • Spread the pumpkin seeds out evenly on a cookie sheet or baking pan. Bake, stirring the seeds every few minutes until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Set aside until cool.
  • Yield: 1/2 cup

GRILLED PESTO PEPPERS



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Make and share this Grilled Pesto Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alia55

Categories     Peppers

Time 21m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 red peppers
2 garlic cloves, cut into thin slivers
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons pesto sauce
salt
pepper
8 bite-size fresh mozzarella cheese balls, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut peppers in half lengthways.
  • Scrape out and discard the cores and seeds.
  • Drizzle olive oil, season with salt and pepper and add a few slivers of garlic into the cavity of each pepper.
  • Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
  • Place the peppers on the grill, cavity side up, until charred.
  • Add a spoonful of pesto into each of the peppers and slices of Boccocini cheese.
  • Continue to cook peppers until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.8, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 268.1, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 10.1

PESTO-CORN GRILLED PEPPERS RECIPE



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Make and share this Pesto-Corn Grilled Peppers Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sexymommalucas

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup crisco pure olive oil, plus
2 teaspoons crisco pure olive oil, divided
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups tightly packed fresh basil
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or 2 tablespoons walnuts
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
4 cups whole kernel corn
4 medium sweet peppers (red, yellow or green)
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • For pesto, combine 1/2 cup of oil, grated Parmesan cheese, basil, sunflower kernels and garlic in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended. In a skillet, saute red pepper in remaining oil until tender. Add corn and pesto; heat through.
  • Halve peppers lengthwise; remove seeds. Place, cut side down, on grill over medium heat; cover and cook for 8 minutes. Turn; fill with corn mixture. Grill 4-6 minutes longer or until tender. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.9, Fat 36.5, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 411, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5, Protein 7.3

GRILLED CORN SALAD WITH PEPPERS



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Using corn roasted on a grill, or toasted in a skillet, a colorful salad with peppers, spices, and lime juice makes a delicious addition to picnics or potlucks. This is an excellent picnic recipe because it has no mayo or other ingredients that spoil quickly. It is also fantastic on a grilled steak sandwich or in a vegetarian taco!

Provided by ROOTIETOOT

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ears corn, husked
½ teaspoon cumin seeds
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
½ medium poblano pepper, diced
2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place corn on the preheated grill and cook, turning often, until roasted and charred all over, about 10 minutes.
  • While corn is grilling, heat a small, dry skillet over high heat. Add cumin seeds and shake constantly until dark and aromatic, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and crush in a mortar and pestle; set aside.
  • Remove corn from the grill and let cool. Cut off kernels with a knife and discard cobs.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 of the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn has toasty brown bits on it, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add remaining oil and corn to the skillet with garlic, crushed cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes, then add to the first batch of corn.
  • Add bell pepper, poblano pepper, green onions, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix everything together and let sit until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 23.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

GRILLED CORN AND PEPPERS



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"Every Fourth of July, we invite friends to our houseboat for a cookout," writes Cindy Williams of Fort Myers, Florida. "We always have corn on the cob prepared this way, and everyone loves it. The onions and peppers add fantastic flavor to the sweet ears of corn."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups Italian salad dressing
8 large ears fresh corn, husked and cleaned
4 medium green peppers, julienned
4 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
2 medium red onions, sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • Place salad dressing in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container. Add corn, peppers and onions; turn to coat. Seal or cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade. Place vegetables in a grill pan or disposable foil pan with holes punched in the bottom. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 25 minutes or until corn is tender, turning frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To make the most flavorful pesto, use fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor won't be as intense.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can make the pesto by hand. Just chop the basil, garlic, and pine nuts very finely and then stir in the olive oil.
  • If you're using frozen corn, thaw it before using. You can thaw it in the refrigerator overnight or in the microwave on the defrost setting.
  • To grill the corn, you can use a grill pan, a charcoal grill, or a gas grill. If you're using a grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat. If you're using a charcoal grill, heat the coals until they're white-hot. If you're using a gas grill, preheat it to medium-high heat.
  • Brush the corn with olive oil before grilling to help it caramelize. You can also sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the corn for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it's charred and tender.
  • To roast the peppers, you can use a grill pan, a charcoal grill, or a gas grill. If you're using a grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat. If you're using a charcoal grill, heat the coals until they're white-hot. If you're using a gas grill, preheat it to medium-high heat.
  • Roast the peppers for 10-12 minutes per side, or until they're charred and tender.
  • Once the corn and peppers are cooked, let them cool slightly before assembling the salad.

Conclusion:

This pesto corn and grilled peppers salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. The pesto adds a flavorful punch, while the corn and peppers provide sweetness and crunch. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights.

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