Grilled Turkey with Corn and Cilantro-Lime Butter
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to meals when I want something impressive but don't have much time. Grilled turkey breast is lean and protein packed, making it a smart choice for anyone watching their health, and it cooks up in just 25 minutes. The real star here is the cilantro lime butter that makes everything taste restaurant quality without any fuss. Fresh corn on the cob rounds it out perfectly, and because you're using simple pantry staples, this won't break the bank. Trust me, your family will think you spent hours on this when really it's ready in under an hour from start to finish.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4turkey breast cutlets(about 6 oz each, pounded to 3/4-inch thickness)
- 4fresh corn on the cob(husked and cleaned)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonslime juice(fresh)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 237 mlfresh cilantro(chopped)
- 4 tablespoonsbutter(softened)
- 1 teaspooncumin
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this marinade evenly over both sides of the turkey cutlets and let sit for 15 minutes.
Tip: Marinating even briefly helps infuse flavor and keeps the turkey moist during grilling.
- 2
While the turkey marinates, prepare the cilantro-lime butter by mixing softened butter with chopped cilantro, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
Tip: Make this compound butter ahead of time for convenience.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly coat the corn with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Tip: Oil helps prevent sticking and creates beautiful char marks.
- 4
Place the turkey cutlets directly on the grill grates and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and an internal thermometer reads 165°F. Transfer to a clean plate.
Tip: Don't move the turkey too much on the grill to allow proper browning and grill marks.
- 5
Place the corn on the grill perpendicular to the grates, rotating every 2-3 minutes until all sides develop light charring, about 10-12 minutes total.
Tip: Charring brings out the natural sweetness of the corn.
- 6
Slice the turkey cutlets into strips and arrange on serving plates alongside the grilled corn. Top each corn cob with a dollop of cilantro-lime butter and let it melt over the warm kernels.
Tip: The residual heat will melt the butter perfectly, coating every kernel with flavor.
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