We’ve got you covered with more than 60 summer barbecue recipe ideas in this roundup for grilled main dishes, vegetable sides, buns and bread for sandwiches or burgers, desserts, and refreshing drinks for any size gathering.
Every one of these recipes makes cleaning the yard and lighting the grill for summer BBQ parties so worth it! You will love the variety of beef, pork, chicken, fish, lamb, and vegetable recipes with all the grilling tips and tricks you’ll need to impress your guests.
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Grilled Meats and Main Dishes
Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Smoked Chile Steak Rub
Tri-tip steak grilled medium-rare with deep savory flavor with a hint of smoky spice.
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Grilled Baby Back Ribs with Smoked Chile Dry Rub
Baby back pork ribs seasoned with dry rub, grilled for smoky flavor, and finished low and slow in the oven for juicy tenderness.
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BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Pulled chicken with homemade barbecue sauce served on whole grain buns. An easy make ahead dish for parties.
Grilled Tri-Tip Roast
Tri-tip roast marinated or dry rubbed and grilled over charcoal or propane to medium-rare and juicy.
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Grilled Chile-Lime Skirt Steak Tacos
Grilled chile-lime marinated skirt steak with a medium heat spice ideal for stuffing tacos.
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Grilled Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwiches
Grilled pulled pork so tender and smoky, you won’t believe it came from a grill instead of a smoker.
BBQ Pulled Pork Stuffed Jalapenos
BBQ Pulled Pork Stuffed Jalapenos are a great party appetizer or snack!
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Grilled Herb-Buttermilk Chicken with Tomato-Basil Butter
A simple marinade of buttermilk and herbs makes chicken tender and delicious when grilled. The tomato-basil butter is a superb finishing touch.
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Grilled Chili Lime Chicken (Gluten-Free, Paleo, Allergy-Free)
You’ll want this spicy and zesty recipe on the grill asap! Grilled Chili Lime Chicken that’s a delicious healthy entree for your next bqq or cookout! It’s gluten-free, paleo, and allergy-free; perfect for pleasing the crowd and awakening the taste buds!
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Sweet & Spicy Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs
This Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe is tangy with a little heat and perfect for a quick weeknight barbecue.
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Grilled Romaine Hearts Chicken Caesar Salad Board
Take your chicken Caesar salad to the next level with grilled romaine hearts and seasoned grilled chicken, drizzled in quick and easy, creamy Caesar dressing.
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Grilled Salmon with Tomato-Basil Butter Sauce
Grilled tomatoes and fresh basil create a compound butter for an easy sauce over tender grilled salmon.
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Five Spice Grilled Shrimp with Sweet and Sour Sauce
These five spice grilled shrimp are marinated in soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, chili paste and brown sugar then tossed on the grill for a touch of smoke.
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Grilled Thai Chili Sesame Shrimp
A sweetly tangy Thai chili sauce with just enough spice to grab some attention clings to tender, smoky grilled shrimp for a meal that comes together in under 30 minutes from scratch.
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Murg Malai Tikka Recipe (Indian Chicken Skewers)
Murg Malai Tikka Recipe: Tender chicken pieces marinated in a yogurt-herb mix along with Indian spices and grilled to perfection. Literally ‘Melts in your Mouth’ in every bite. Also called ‘Murgh Malai Tikka’
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Roasted Green Chile Burgers with Grilled Sweet Onions and Salsa Mayo
Smoky chilies and cheese mixed right in the burger for a flavor explosion in every single bite.
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Pancetta-Gruyere Burger with Grilled Vidalia Onions
Prize winning burger mixed with pancetta and Gruyere cheese topped with grilled onions.
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Grilled Lamb Loin Chops
Lamb loin chops grilled until medium-rare and served with Bearnaise sauce.
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Grilled Buttermilk-Cilantro Skirt Steak Tacos
A mildly seasoned, kid-friendly, flavorful skirt steak to please the non-spicy crowd.
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Keto Grilled Pizza
Keto pizza on the grill is a summertime classic grill recipe. Show off your farmer’s market produce haul with this crispy, chewy keto pizza.
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Vegetables and Side Dishes
Crunchy Fennel-Apple Slaw
A bright, slightly apple-sweet slaw with earthy notes of celery and fennel.
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Beans, Bacon, and Chipotle
Bacon and chipotle highlight this bean side dish with a smoky kick.
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Baked Beans
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Coleslaw with Celery Seed
This delicious Coleslaw with Celery Seed is the perfect side with any BBQ or Picnic
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Grilled Broccoli with Lemon & Parmesan
Broccoli tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper, grilled it to smoky, savory perfection, and finished with a squeeze of lemon and a layer of freshly grated parmesan cheese.
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Grilled Asparagus with Cotija Cheese
A grilled vegetable recipe highlighting fresh asparagus dressed with olive oil, simple seasoning, and garnished with savory cotija cheese.
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Grilled Cabbage with Classic Caesar Dressing
Grilled cabbage wedges replace Romaine lettuce with classic Caesar dressing and crushed croutons.
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Portabella Mushrooms with Blue Cheese & Vegetable Stuffing
Meaty tasting portabellas stuffed with sauteed zucchini, red pepper, onion, celery, garlic, and savory blue cheese pair nicely with grilled or roasted meats of any kind.
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Grilled Vegetable Medley
These grilled veggies have so much flavor and make a great side dish with grilled meats or fish.
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Grilled Vegetable Marinade With Lemon And Thyme
This Grilled Vegetable Marinade with lemon and thyme is the perfect marinade and basting sauce for summer! It’s also Paleo, Keto, low-carb and Whole30 compliant!
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Grilled Corn on the Cob
Juicy tender corn on the cob from the grill, because we leave the husks on!
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Grilled Beets & Asparagus with Fried Goat Cheese
An easy and flavor packed side dish made with Grilled Beets, Asparagus and Fried Goat Cheese. Serve this side with steak or your favorite main.
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Watermelon-Blueberry Salad
Feta cheese brings a balance of salt to the sweet watermelon and blueberries with a pop of cooling mint.
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Spinach-Strawberry Salad
A fresh Spinach Strawberry Salad with Maple Candied Walnuts is one of the easiest ways to invite the spring season inside.
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Healthy Potato Salad Recipe with Herbs – No Mayo
A creamy, delicious potato salad that is mayonnaise free and full of fresh herbs perfect for a summer bbq.
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Easy Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad “Gurkensalat” (GF, V, P)
The simple, classic German side dish, “Gurkensalat”. An Easy Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad, delicious gluten-free, vegan, paleo, & allergy-free!
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Grilled Peach Salad with Crispy Prosciutto (Paleo, Whole30)
Paleo Grilled Peaches, tossed with a sweet aged balsamic vinegar first, then finish with fresh arugula and salty crisp prosciutto for that ultimate summer peach salad feast!
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Beet and Carrot Raw Slaw Salad (Vegan/Gluten-Free)
Beet Carrot Raw Slaw is a beautiful simple salad filled with light tangy flavor, deliciously crunchy texture, and gorgeous presentation. This light and healthy “side” is perfect for picnics, barbecues, and summer meals!
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Greek Pasta Salad · Seasonal Cravings
This Greek Pasta Salad will easily become your favorite summer salad. It’s full of summer’s seasonal bounty, healthy and gluten-free.
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Low Carb 7 Layer Salad
My mom’s 7 classic 7 layer salad recipe got a THM makeover! Loads of veggies, layered with turkey bacon and cheese, then topped with a sweet, creamy, tangy dressing.
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Chipotle Lime Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
Sweet, tangy, with a bit of smoky heat this easy Chipotle Lime Sweet Potato Salad is the perfect side for a low fat THM E meal. Perfect with grilled chicken or fish and to take along to BBQ’s.
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Galia Melon Salad
Sweet melon and salty cheese top a bed of salad greens with a garnish of crisp prosciutto and toasted pine nuts.
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Dips & Condiments
Fresh Peach and Heirloom Tomato Salsa
This delicious twist on salsa brings a touch of sweet and savory as juicy fresh peaches and plump, flavorful heirloom tomatoes team up for the best salsa you’ll have all summer.
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Creamy Miso-Yogurt Dipping Sauce
A uniquely savory, tangy, dip for veggie trays or dressing salads.
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Guacamole a.k.a. Squawk-a-mole
Earthy, creamy avocados mixed with tomatoes, onions, and garlic with a kiss of lime and cilantro.
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Easy Hummus with Canned Chickpeas and Tahini
Silky-smooth hummus with lemon and garlic topped with olive oil and paprika.
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Caramelized Onion Dip
Sweet yellow onions caramelized and mixed with Greek yogurt for a healthy dip upgrade.
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Chimichurri
A bright, versatile condiment for grilled meats made up of a handful of fresh herbs, olive oil base, vinegar, and a hit of chile spice.
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Smoky Pickled Red Onions
Delicious, crisp, slightly sweet, and smoky red onions pickled in quick brine and ready in less than 24 hours.
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Rolls, Bread, and Buns
Sprouted Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
Light, soft homemade dinner rolls made with 100% sprouted whole wheat.
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Light & Fluffy Sprouted Wheat Burger Buns
These Sprouted Wheat Burger Buns have a rich flavor, soft texture and present beautifully with black and tan sesame seeds with Rave reviews from the family!
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Gluten-Free Buttermilk Cornbread (with Dairy-Free option)
Gluten-free Buttermilk Cornbread that is soft, fluffy, naturally gluten-free, and a perfect side for soups, BBQ, or chili!
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Grilled and Frozen Dessert Ideas
Grilled Fruit Platter with 2 Luscious Sauces
Put together a fun platter of sweet, caramelized grilled fruit, nuts, herbs, and 2 easy, irresistible sauces and let everyone customize their own unique desserts!
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Grilled Strawberry Semifreddo with Pistachios & Balsamic
Grilling strawberries brings a deep, sweet flavor to this impressive ice cream dessert. All the creaminess of ice cream without hassle of using a machine.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Chunk Ice Cream
Decadent chocolate enhanced by a touch of espresso with an abundance of honey-sweetened, salt-kissed, peanut butter.
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Lemon-Lovers Ice Cream
Tangy, creamy, lemony dessert perfect for the most discriminating lemon lover.
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Mango Popsicles
Frozen mango chunks, pineapple juice, and a hint of lime are blended together for flavorful mango popsicles that make the perfect healthy summer dessert.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cake
It’s a spin on strawberry shortcake, but the cake is, well, cake—not the biscuit-like disc in the classic strawberry shortcake recipe.
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Key Lime Cheesecake
This silky, citrus-kissed dessert is everything you imagine a Key Lime Cheesecake should be—tangy, dulcet, velvety, and refreshing—perfect for warm summer evenings.
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Summery Drinks and Cocktails
Classic Margarita Cocktail (On The Rocks)
A light, bright, somewhat boozy, slightly green, pearly-opaque drink with layers of citrus, tartness, saline, and thirst-quenching freshness.
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Classic Lime & Mint Mojito
Tangy lime and refreshing mint team up for a sparkling rum cocktail for summer evenings.
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Ginger-Blackberry Twisted Mule Cocktail
A ginger shrub brings the ginger forward with blackberry highlights mixed with the aroma of fresh mint garnish. A pleasingly bright, tangy finish refreshes on a hot summer afternoon.
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Slushy Blended Watermelon Lemonade
Blended Watermelon Lemonade is a delicious, refreshing slushy treat with no sugar, just 4 real food ingredients. It’s the perfect summertime drink.
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Refreshing Summer Sangria Berry Punch
This refreshing summer sangria berry punch is made with Riesling, sparkling wine, summer berries, fresh mint, triple sec, & lime. Perfect for backyard parties!
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Grilled Watermelon Habanero Margarita (Spicy Watermelon Margarita)
Grilled Watermelon Habanero Margarita: Sweet-Spicy and addictively Yummm margarita infused with Caribbean flavors!! This margarita is what summer days are made of, easy, breezy and absolutely MUST for your parties.
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Spicy Cilantro Jalapeño Margarita
This bright, refreshing cilantro jalapeño margarita is the perfect drink for summer. Full of fresh cilantro, the slow burn of jalapeños and tart lime juice.
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mjskitchen says
I’ll be coming back to this list all summer. You’ve put together a wonderful collection of BBQ recipes. It’s going to be hard to choose. Thanks!
John / Kitchen Riffs says
Whole lotta good eating in all these recipe! Love BBQ season, and you’ve got us covered. Thanks!