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Corn on the cob is a delicious dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to foods of vegetable based gravy recipes. It is commonly made by grilling, boiling and roasting.

Corn is actually a unique phytonutrient-rich food that provides us with well-documented antioxidant benefits. In terms of conventional antioxidant nutrients, corn is a good source of the mineral manganese.

Of all of the cooking methods my favourite is Healthy Steaming. We think that it provides the greatest flavour and is also a method that allows for good nutrient retention.

So enjoy this steamed corn cobs with a healthy spread. This spread is made with Spinach and Walnut, similar to Pesto. Topped with Italian herbs made this spread heavenly.

Makes-4servings
Preparation time-15 mins
Cooking time-25-30 mins

Ingredients:

• Large fresh Sweet corn -4
• Olive oil-to brush
• Dash of Chilli flakes
• Dash of Italian herbs

For spread:

• 1cup spinach blanched
• Crushed Walnuts-1/4cup
• Garlic-1clove
• Salt- as per taste
• Lime juice-1-2tbsp

Procedure:

Steaming:

• Remove the husk of corn carefully and rinse, cut off any bad spots and divide the cobs in half.
• Add water in a deep pot, add the steamer insert make sure the water level is not above the insert.
• Bring water to boil and add the corn cobs, cover pot and cook corn cobs for 8-10minutess over boiling water/ until tender.

For spread:

• Combine blanched spinach, garlic, walnuts, salt, lime juice and pulse until smooth.

To serve:

• Brush the steamed corn cobs with olive oil, spinach spread, sprinkle some chilli flakes and herbs.

Note:

• You can ever roast the cobs in the oven/grill it.