Market Matters- Sweet on Corn: Grilled with Feta & Lime Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, in husks
- 2 T mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juice and zest only
- 1â4 t chili powder, to taste
- 2 oz feta cheese
- kosher salt to taste
- lime wedges as needed
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 321g | |
| Calories 404 | |
| Calories from Fat 207 | 51% |
| Total Fat 23.75g | 30% |
| Saturated Fat 10.19g | 41% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium 834mg | 35% |
| Potassium 750mg | 21% |
| Total Carbs 45.97g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 37% |
| Sugars 9.36g | 6% |
| Protein 14.61g | 23% |
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