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    60+ Easy Summer Grilling Recipes

    Published May 12, 2021, modified Mar 12, 2022 by Nicole Shroff / This site uses cookies. See the privacy policy linked in my footer. This site generates income via ads/ Leave a Comment

    Pin containing six images showing grilled corn, burgers, kebabs, pineapple and steak..

    Enjoy the flavours of summer with this mouthwatering collection of easy and flavoursome grilling recipes!

    Sunny days are here again, which means its that time of year to step out of the kitchen for some much needed change of scenery to enjoy cooking and eating outdoors.

    So fire up those grills and check out these easy grilling recipes for the summer!

    You will find over 60 tested recipes from many talented food bloggers, organised according to ingredient such as beef, poultry, lamb and seafood. There are also recipes for grilled pizza, vegetables, salads, sauces and of course desserts.

    There is plenty to choose from, whether you are looking for easy grilling dinners, cookout favourites or tailgating food recipes. I’m sure many of these will soon become your favourites!

    If you are following any meat, poultry or seafood recipes, to avoid undercooking or ending up with dry, tough meat, find out how to cook meats to the correct temperature.

    You may also be interested in how to tenderise meat for perfectly tender and succulent results.

    Finally, if you have any questions regarding storing, colour changes in meat and to find out if it has spoiled, check out this post on storing meats.

    Appetizer

    Something quick and easy to start with.

    Grilled Brie

    Image of grilled brie topped with peaches and balsamic honey
    This appetizer brings a whole new meaning to the term “grilled cheese”. It’s warm, oozy, with a hint of that smoky grill flavor. Read on to learn how to grill brie.

    Beef

    Recipes for burgers, hot dogs, kebabs, and steak.

    BBQ CHILLI BURGERS WITH SPICY GUACAMOLE

    Image of four burgers with guacamole on stone slate.
    BBQ Chilli Burgers with Spicy Guacamole are wonderfully delicious and full of zing! Made with minced steak, coriander leaf, green chilli and cumin then topped with a spicy guacamole, they will definitely tantalise your taste buds.

    GUBER BURGER (PEANUT BUTTER BURGER)

    Image of open burger showing spread of peanut butter on one half of the bun.
    A layer of peanut butter makes all the difference in this classic burger.

    Smoked Hot Dogs {Easy Traeger / Smoker Recipe!}

    Image of three smoked hot dogs with diamond cuts in buns filled with different sauces.
    Smoked hot dogs are quick and easy to prepare and the cook time is hands off, making this the perfect dish for your summer get togethers!

    Thai-Inspired Street Dogs: Grilled Hot Dogs with Peanutty Garlic, Ginger, and Cilantro Slaw

    Image of two hot dogs with Thai slaw and nuts.
    These Thai-Inspired Street Dogs boast some of my favorite Thai flavors like peanut, garlic, and ginger in a tasty slaw! What could be better for topping hot dogs?

    Easy Beef Shish Kebab Recipe

    Image of beef kebabs and salad on white platter with mojo verde.
    Easy Beef Shish Kebab recipe. The perfect recipe for entertaining and it’s delicious served with Mojo Verde.

    Ground Beef Kebabs (Grill or Oven)

    Ground Beef Kebabs (Grill or Oven)
    These Ground Beef Kebabs are SUPER easy to make! Grill for a summer bbq or bake in the oven year-round. Use pantry staples to make ground beef AMAZING!

    The Best Grilled Beef Kofta Kebab Recipe

    Image of kebabs on wooden skewers cooking on grill.
    A simple, yet flavorful Beef Kofta Kebab, perfect for grilling outdoors and sharing with family and friends. A healthy and filling meal when served with some rice pilaf, and fresh salad.

    Grilled Flank Steak Tacos with Pico de Gallo

    Image of hand lifting a taco filled with steak and pico de gallo.
    Tender flank steak, red peppers & onions inside warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh Pico de Gallo. 3 ways to cook the steak – Broil, Grill or Sous Vide.

    Gochujang Marinated Korean Beef Recipe

    Image of strips of grilled beef garnished with gochujang sauce on black plate.
    This gochujang marinated Korean Beef recipe has a deliciously spicy, smoky, deep umami flavor and is grilled to perfection for your summer BBQ!

    Best-ever BBQ steak!

    Image of tomahawk steak sliced on wooden board.
    Cook the best-ever BBQ steak using the reverse sear steak method! You are only steps away from perfectly tender, incredibly succulent steaks.

    Classic Argentine Chimichurri Steak: With Step-By-Step Asado Instructions

    Image of sliced beef steak with chimichurri.
    Easy Argentine marinated Flank Steak topped with Chimichurri Sauce is so bursting with flavors, everyone will be begging for seconds!

    Grilled Marinated Flank Steak with Blistered Tomatoes

    Image of grilled flank steak with tomatoes on white platter.
    Outrageously delicious, Grilled Marinated Flank Steak with Blistered Tomatoes and Basil Vinaigrette is the perfect meal for easy entertaining.

    Poultry

    Chicken, turkey and quail: recipes for kebabs, burgers, wraps, full roast, bone in and boneless.

    Chicken Satay

    Image of skewers of chicken kebabs covered in satay sauce.
    This chicken satay recipe is easy and delicious! These easy chicken satay skewers are marinated in and brushed with the most delicious peanut sauce! A healthy grilled chicken recipe to make for your next BBQ!

    Grilled Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

    Image of chicken and pineapple skewers over vegetable rice in a large white bowl.
    These grilled pineapple chicken kabobs are tender and juicy. A special marinade sauce infuses the chicken with flavor and tenderizes the meat. The grill adds an incredible layer of smokey charred flavor that can’t be beat.

    Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Kabobs Recipe

    Image of skewers of grilled chipotle chicken kebabs on wooden board.
    Kebabs, Kabobs, or Skewers – whatever you call this delicious Barbecue Chicken recipe it will soon become one of your favorite summer grilling recipes! Simple to make, this mouthwatering Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Kabobs recipe also comes with instructions for a grill pan, outdoor grill, and oven coo…

    Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

    Image of skewers of honey garlic chicken on large plate.
    These grilled honey garlic chicken skewers are perfect for BBQs and picnics! With tangy garlic & ginger and sweet honey, you’ll love these chicken skewers!

    Thai Chicken Skewers

    Image of six chicken skewers on black platter with lime.
    Succulent Thai style marinated chicken skewers – tender, juicy and full of bold Asian inspired flavours. Paleo, Keto & Whole30

    Chili Lime Chicken Kabobs with Veggies

    Image of skewers of chicken and vegetable kebabs piled high on plate and lime wedges.
    Perfectly paired with white wine pinot grigio, this chili lime chicken skewers with veggies makes a nice and healthy summer BBQ dish

    French Onion Burger

    Image of stuffed chicken and onion burger with cheese and lettuce.
    French Onion Burger is an easy recipe for seasoned burgers topped with caramelized sweet onions and melted Asiago cheese on a toasted and buttered English muffin.

    Marinated Grilled Chicken Burgers

    Image of chicken breast burger with cheese on wooden board.
    These marinated grilled chicken burgers are juicy, tender and full of flavor. Perfect for a weeknight summer meal or BBQ

    Turkey Jalapeño Burgers

    Image of turkey cheeseburger with salad on wooden board.
    Turkey Jalapeño Burgers are plump and juicy, and will bring all the flavour to your summer BBQ! No eggs or breadcrumbs, and you can adjust the spice level!

    Best Chicken Shawarma

    Image of two chicken and salad filled shawarma wraps.
    This Chicken Shawarma recipe cooks in the oven or the grill. Chicken marinates in a simple spice blend and cooks to tender and juicy perfection! This chicken makes the best wraps!

    Butterflied and Grilled Za’atar Chicken

    Image of a full butterflied grilled chicken covered in sauce on wooden board.
    Butterflied and Grilled Za’atar Chicken combines olive oil with garlic, sumac, za’atar, and citrus zest in an exotically spiced rub. The butterflied and rubbed chicken gets glazed with a pomegranate molasses, citrus juice, and honey mixture. Simple and amazing!

    Beer Can Chicken – An Easy Whole Grilled Chicken Recipe!

    Image of grilled whole chicken on beer can on the grill.
    This easy Beer Can Chicken recipe makes moist whole chicken cooked on the grill. We love the crispy, ultra flavorful skin – a totally addictive dinner idea!

    Dr Pepper Maple Mustard Chipotle BBQ Chicken – Flavor Mosaic

    Image of grilled chicken with sauce and salad alongside bottle of Dr Pepper.
    Dr Pepper Maple Mustard Chipotle BBQ Chicken is grilled with a spicy, sweet, and smoky BBQ sauce for grilling season.

    Balsamic Chicken Recipe

    Balsamic Chicken Recipe
    Your taste buds will be happy when our Balsamic Chicken Recipe, flavored in a balsamic vinegar, lemon and oregano marinade, is for dinner!

    Orange Ginger Grilled Chicken

    Image of cut pieces of orange ginger chicken in white baking dish.
    Orange Ginger Grilled Chicken is zesty, crispy, and packed with flavor! This easy-to-prepare recipe requires only a few basic ingredients.

    Lemon Garlic Greek Yogurt Chicken | A Communal Table

    Image of grilled chicken breast with fresh herbs on white platter overhead view.
    The JUICIEST grilled chicken ever! This easy Lemon Garlic greek yogurt chicken recipe is deliciously versatile and always draws a crowd!

    Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Quail

    Image of basting quail on the grill.
    Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Quail is a Texas style tailgating tradition that is perfect with wine while watching the big game.

    Lamb

    Lamb Tikka

    tandoori lamb in a large blue dish
    These tasty Lamb Tikka pieces are delicious dipped in chutney, as an appetizer, or in a wrap with salad for an easy snack.

    Seafood

    Shellfish, slabs and smaller cuts of fish.

    Grilled Shrimp with Key Lime Aioli

    Image of shrimp skewers with dip on bed of rice.
    A fast and easy grilled shrimp appetizer that mixes savory seafood seasoning with tart and tangy key lime dipping sauce. It’s sure to be a BBQ favorite!

    Grilled Shrimp with ChimiChurri Salsa

    Image of plate of grilled shrimps with bowl of chimichurri.
    Perfectly tender grilled shrimp served with a spiced chimichurri salsa. You’re going to want to make this soon for your next barbecue.

    Jerk Pineapple Shrimp Skewers

    Image of grilled jerk shrimp and pineapple skewers on white platter.
    Jerk Pineapple Shrimp Skewers are marinated in a spicy citrus Jamaican jerk marinade and they cook up in 10 minutes! They’re smoky, flavorful and perfect for summer!

    Easy 30 Minute Smoked Crab Legs – Bonappeteach

    Image of grilled crab legs with lemon on a tray.
    Easy 30 minute smoked crab legs – The easiest smoked crab legs with clarified butter that you can make in under 30 minutes on your grill (or in the oven).

    Grilled Lobster – Australian Seafood Feast

    Image of platter of grilled lobsters on table setting.
    Grilled Australian Rock Lobsters or Grilled Lobster Tails are the perfect summer bbq feast. Dressed with a delicious mango salsa topping

    Herb Grilled Lobster Tails

    Image of two lobster tails on the grill being dressed with garlic butter.
    When you want to treat your family to a special dinner, make these herb grilled lobster tails a part of the mix. Perfect as the star of dinner or served with a nice steak for

    Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon

    Image of grilled salmon on a charred cedar plank.
    Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon: The fish turns out moist and delicious with a smokey flavor from the cedar plank. The herbs and spices in the seasoning rub really kick up the flavor. And this is a great quick way to get dinner on the table.

    Grilled Side of Salmon with Pineapple

    Image of grilled side of salmon with three rings of pineapple.
    This grilled side of salmon is cooked with an easy spice rub and topped with grilled pineapple. It’s the perfect way to make fish the main meal at your spring and summer cookouts!

    Grilled Swordfish with Pesto

    Image of two cuts of grilled swordfish with pesto.
    Grilled Swordfish with Basil Pesto: This easy fish recipe features swordfish steaks brushed with basil and olive oil pesto, and grilled to perfection. Perfect for summer cookouts + BBQs!

    Grilled Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Salsa

    Image of two cuts of grilled mahi mahi with pineapple salsa on top.
    Grilled mahi mahi is a quick & easy dinner that is delicious and healthy! Take it up a notch by topping it with our fresh, sweet & tangy pineapple salsa.

    Grilled Swordfish with Garlic Soy Marinade #WeekdaySupper | Cooking Chat

    Image of grilled swordfish on plate next to jar of honey.
    Grilled Swordfish with Garlic Soy Marinade is a quick and healthy meal for grilling season, perfect for a weekday supper.

    Pizza

    How to Grill Pizza – easy, step by step no-fail instructions – A Gouda Life

    Image close up of grilled pizza cut into pieces.
    How to Grill Pizza that tastes like wood-fired from your favorite restaurant! Thin, lightly crispy crust topped with all your favorite flavors.

    Pizza Grilled

    Side view of two grilled pizzas with pepperoni.
    We love to have our pizza grilled! It’s so easy to make pizza on the grill and is perfect for families because everyone can add their favorite toppings.

    Vegetables

    Recipes for grilled whole and cut vegetables, and vegetarian skewers.

    Grilled Vegetable Marinade

    Grilled Vegetable Marinade
    Lemon, butter and thyme make a delicious marinade and sauce for grilled vegetables.

    Grilled Summer Vegetables with Romesco Sauce

    Image of romesco sauce in bowl with grilled vegetables garnished with same sauce.
    One of my favorite summer side dishes—These grilled summer vegetables with romesco sauce are a summer cookout’s dream! Ready in 20 minutes or less.

    Smoked Corn On The Cob {easy summer side dish}

    Image of three corn on the cob in metal dish.
    Smoked corn on the cob is the best, easy summer side dish. This recipe is perfect for cooking on your Traeger or pellet grill.

    Grilled Corn on the Cob with Creamy Avocado Dill Dressing

    Image of three grilled corn on the cob in a dish with dressing.
    Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob is very juicy and pairs so well with creamy vegan avocado dill dressing. Easy and impressive recipe for your summer barbecue!

    How to BBQ Asparagus – simple & delicious recipe! Fab Food 4 All

    Image of a skewer of asparagus
    How to BBQ Asparagus – coating in garlic oil and threading asparagus onto soaked wooden skewers makes barbecuing a lot less fiddly and totally delicious.

    Grilled Vegetable Kabobs aka Veggie Skewers (3 WAYS)

    Image of four skewers of mixed vegetables on cast iron skillet.
    Grilled Vegetable Kabobs aka Veggie Skewers is the easiest way to eat a rainbow of delicious veggies during summer. Perfect for grill parties

    Grilled Portobello Mushroom Steaks

    Image of two grilled portobello mushrooms on plate with asparagus and potatoes.
    These Grilled Portobello Mushroom Steaks are perfect for indoor or outdoor grilling. It’s an easy recipe that takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish. Just marinate, grill and enjoy!

    Best Ever Grilled Cauliflower Steaks (The Secret: Butter!)

    Image of sliced grilled cauliflower with lemon wedges on white platter.
    Even the most dedicated carnivore will LOVE these Grilled Caulifower Steaks! Tender, juicy, smoky and finished with melted butter!

    Salads

    Fresh crunchy salads to accompany the meal.

    Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado

    Image of grilled corn salad with cheese and herbs on white plate.
    This grilled corn salad is a perfect summer BBQ side dish. It’s juicy, bursting with summer flavors, and wonderfully colorful.

    Leftover Cheeseburger Salad

    Image of two bowls of salad with broken up beef patty.
    Have an excess of cooked burgers after hosting your BBQ party? Turn them into family-friendly weeknight dinners like this leftover cheeseburger salad drizzled with homemade hamburger dressing and topped with crumbled chips.

    Grilled Mexican Panzanella Salad with Chayote

    Large bowl of grilled vegetables.
    Grilled Mexican Panzanella Salad with Chayote is a Latin inspired riff on the Tuscan class bread salad. Grilled bread, corn, and chayote are combined with fresh tomatoes and queso fresco, and it all gets tossed with a yummy Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette!

    Sauces

    Tangy, tasty sauces to amp up the flavour.

    Indian Green Chutney

    Image of green chutney in small glass jar.
    Amp up the flavour of your Indian dishes with this tasty, tangy and spicy Indian green chutney, prepared in just 5 minutes, or spread in wraps and sandwiches.

    Chimichurri sauce

    Image of platter of steak and broccoli with chimichurri.
    This addictive sauce from Argentina makes a wonderful marinade for grilled meats, or a tasty dressing to drizzle over anything from fish to vegetables and salads.

    Boom Boom sauce

    Image of spoon dripping with boom boom sauce over jar of same sauce.
    A smooth and creamy dipping sauce-this Boom Boom sauce is versatile and will never break. Plus, it tastes fabulous than your expectation.

    Montreal Steak Spice & Marinade

    Image of large bottle of red sauce next to bowl of seasoning and vegetables in background.
    Montreal Steak Spice – and Montreal Steak Spice Marinade – are not only delicious, they’re quick and easy to make at home. Here’s how!

    Desserts

    Delicious grilled fruit and s’mores for a perfect ending to the meal.

    Easy Grilled Pineapple

    Image of two rings of grilled pineapple topped with a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with sauce and nuts.
    This juicy Grilled Pineapple is a light and refreshing summer side dish or dessert. Sweet and savory serving suggestions and flavor pairings.

    Grilled Peaches and Cream

    Image of grilled peaches with nuts and cream.on red plate.
    Served with a sweet cream sauce and candied walnuts, my Grilled Peaches and Cream recipe is a great way to enjoy a tasty dessert using fresh fruit.

    Grilled Plum Dessert with Ginger Honey Yogurt

    Image of grilled halved plums filled with ginger honey yogurt.
    An easy Grilled Plum Dessert with Ginger Honey Yogurt recipe. This summer dessert recipe is fast and full of light, fresh flavors.

    Greek Yogurt Fruit Dip

    Image of fruit platter with small bowl of honey yogurt dip in the middle.
    A 3-ingredient Greek yogurt dip which goes so well with fresh fruit. Its rich and creamy with a delicious tangy freshness.

    Grilled Apple Crisp from The Schmidty Wife

    Image of apple crisp topped with three scoops of ice-cream in iron skillet.
    Smoky undertones & flavorful apple filling make this Grilled Apple Crisp one of a kind! Flavors from butter, bourbon, & cinnamon this apple crisp on the grill is the perfect summer & fall dessert!

    S’mores Nachos (Campfire, Grill, Oven)

    Image of melted marshmallows and chocolate chips over graham crackers in foil dish.
    Toasty marshmallow, sweet, melty chocolate and crunchy graham crackers – enjoy this fun S’mores Nachos recipe that perfect for cooking on the grill or in the oven.

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