Summertime Bbq Recipes
Nothing says summer like smoky grills, backyard laughter, and plates piled high with delicious barbecue favorites. Whether you’re planning a laid-back family cookout or a full neighborhood feast, these Summertime BBQ Recipes bring bold flavor and easy crowd appeal to every gathering.
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Great BBQ is about more than food, it’s about gathering outdoors, sharing stories, and making summer memories. These recipes combine smoky classics with fresh seasonal favorites to help you create the ultimate backyard menu all season long.
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CHIPOTLE BURGERS
This CHIPOTLE BURGER RECIPE is all about bold, smoky flavor and creamy, spicy toppings. Perfect for cookouts, dinners, or burger nights.
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LEMON LUSH DESSERT
If you’re looking for an easy, make-ahead dessert that impresses every time make this LEMON LUSH DESSERT. With a buttery cookie crust, tangy cream cheese layer, smooth lemon pudding center and a cloud of whipped topping — it is dreamy.
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Italian Chopped Salad
An easy Italian chopped salad made with crisp romaine, Genoa salami, mozzarella, olives, and a bright homemade dressing. Ready in 20 minutes!
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Loaded Baked Potato Salad
This Loaded Baked Potato Salad Recipe has all the great baked potato topping combined into a flavorful potato salad.
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Grilled Flank Steak
This easy Grilled Flank Steak is marinated in olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and spices for maximum flavor, then grilled to juicy perfection!
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S’MORES CHEESE BALL
This S’MORES CHEESE BALL is your favorite summertime campfire dessert in cheese ball form. This dessert cheese ball is loaded with chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows.
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Red, White and Blue Fruit Skewers
Easy and patriotic red white and blue fruit skewers. Simple fruit kabobs made with strawberries, blueberries and marshmallows.
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BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALSA
This BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALSA is so fresh and flavorful with beans, corn, peppers, tomatoes and cilantro.
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BBQ Chicken Legs
Savor juicy, smoky grilled BBQ chicken legs with crispy skin and sticky, caramelized sauce. An easy, flavor-packed recipe perfect for summer grilling!
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Mediterranean Bean Salad
A satisfying Mediterranean Bean Salad perfect for lunch, an outdoor bbq, or a picnic. Serve as a tasty side dish with grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish.
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POOL PARTY JELLO SHOTS
These POOL PARTY JELLO SHOTS are so much fun for your summertime parties. Blue Jello shots decorated with candy.
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PANZANELLA SALAD
Panzanella Salad Recipe – Crusty bread, tomatoes, corn, cucumber, onion, basil and cheese in an oil/vinegar dressing.
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Gourmet Hot Dogs
How to create the ultimate Gourmet Hot Dogs with all of the delicious hot dog toppings. You can create famous hot dogs such as Chicago Dogs, Chili Dogs, and even BBQ Bacon Dogs. Tips on how to turn an ordinary hot dog into the most flavorful hot dog you will ever eat!
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MUSHROOM SWISS BURGERS
This MUSHROOM SWISS BURGER is next level diner food. A juicy burger topped with sautéed mushrooms, onion and melty Swiss cheese.
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DILL PICKLE COLESLAW
DILL PICKLE COLESLAW is a super quick and easy side dish. Basic coleslaw ingredients with the addition of dill pickles and pickle juice.
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BLT DIP
This BLT DIP RECIPE is a great quick and easy appetizer idea. Cold creamy ranch dip loaded with bacon, lettuce and tomatoes.
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CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN THIGHS
These Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs are a quick, easy and flavorful dinner recipe. A 30 minute meal when served with your favorite side. 💚
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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE TRIFLE
Make this Strawberry Shortcake Trifle as the ultimate summer dessert. Everyones favorite strawberry dessert in a layered show-stopping dish.
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Pico de Gallo
Start the summer off right with Fresh Homemade Pico de Gallo that is spiked with Tequila. Perfect for a party appetizer or a tasty snack by the pool! This salsa is great with chips or use it as a fresh, flavorful condiment.
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FROZEN CHOCOLATE COVERED BANANAS
These Frozen Chocolate Covered Bananas are a healthy frozen dessert. Dip bananas in chocolate and toppings then freeze.
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CUCUMBER and TOMATO SALAD
This Cucumber and Tomato Salad Recipe is a simple, fresh side dish that is naturally healthy, low carb and Keto friendly.
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PEACH LEMONADE
This Peach Lemonade Recipe is easy and ready in 5 minutes. Make this flavorful lemonade with fresh, canned or frozen peaches.
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BERRY WATERMELON SALAD with LIME & MINT
This Berry Watermelon Salad with Honey Lime Dressing and Mint is fresh summer flavor all in one fruit salad bowl.
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Caprese Pasta Salad
Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe is a simple yet flavorful side dish. This pasta salad is filled with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil.
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SHRIMP AVOCADO SALAD
This Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe is naturally low carb without sacrificing any flavor. Perfect as a side dish or Maine course.
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Dill Pickle Cheese Ball
This Dill Pickle Cheese Ball Recipe is a fun way to serve pickle dip. Dill pickles and cream cheese shine in this easy appetizer.
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PINEAPPLE CHICKEN KABOBS
This Pineapple Chicken Kabobs Recipe is a great way to enjoy chicken skewers without even turning on the grill. A great weeknight dinner idea!
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CILANTRO LIME SLAW
Cilantro Lime Slaw is a great summertime side dish or taco topping. Make this No Mayo Coleslaw with a few ingredients to serve at your next dinner or bbq.
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Maple Baked Beans
These Super Fast Sugar-free Baked Beans taste better than canned beans–and they’re healthier for you too–skip the hours of oven time and get the same amount of flavor! Great stovetop option too!
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MEXICAN STREET CORN SALAD
This Mexican Street Corn Salad Recipe is a lighter version of traditional street corn. A great side dish for potlucks, parties and barbecues.
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Corn on the Cob with Parmesan Basil Butter
This Corn on the Cob in Oven with Parmesan Basil Butter is the epitome of a Spring recipe. The best year round roasted corn recipe!
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Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad
Just in time for barbecue and picnic season, this Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad Recipe makes a fantastic side dish for any occasion!
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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is more than just an appetizer. With shrimp, avocado, vegetables and a tomato sauce, this could be lunch or dinner.
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Carne Asada
Nothing beats a great Carne Asada Recipe for the summertime grill season! This Carne Asada is made with thinly sliced round tip steak.
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Bloody Mary Shrimp Pasta Salad
If you are looking for bold & unique flavors, this Bloody Mary Shrimp Pasta Salad Recipe will be a hit! A cold shrimp pasta salad has no mayo!
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Spinach Dip Pasta Salad
This Spinach Dip Pasta Salad has all the great spinach dip flavors in one easy side dish. Perfect for barbecues and parties.
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Amish Macaroni Salad
Creamy Amish Macaroni Salad recipe is a better than Walmart’s Amish Macaroni Salad with tangy dressing made of mayo, mustard, and paprika.
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Chuck Roast Burnt Ends
Tender and crispy, these chuck roast burnt ends are an easy smoking recipe. They will leave your family and friends asking for more.
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Grilled Rainbow Chicken Kabobs
Bring some sunshine to your plate with these Rainbow Chicken Kabobs. These easy but delicious grilled chicken and veggie skewers will be the star of your next backyard BBQ.
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Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs
All the bold, tangy flavors of a Bloody Mary, but in deviled egg form! Creamy, zesty, and topped with Tajín, this easy appetizer is seriously so good. You should make this!
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Grilled Watermelon Salad
Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta and Blueberries is the perfect summer salad! Easy, affordable and can be served alongside everything.
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Spaghetti Squash Salad
A tangy dressing coats this Spaghetti Squash Salad for a easy healthy side dish that’s allergy-friendly, low-carb, paleo, with AIP options.
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Cilantro Lime Summer Slaw
Spicy Cilantro Lime Summer Slaw is a refreshing spicy slaw that is perfect for a barbecue side dish or as a topping for fish tacos!
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Smoked Beer Can Chicken
This Smoked Beer Can Chicken steps up flavor by introducing a sweet and smokey whiskey brine, making this the juciest, most flavorful beer can chicken you’ve ever had!
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Chuck Wagon Brisket and Beans
This hearty Brisket and Beans recipe combines tender brisket with bacon and rich spices for a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Nicole Harris is the recipe creator behind WonkyWonderful, sharing fast, budget-friendly meals for busy families. Since 2012 she’s been developing 30-minute dinners, kid-approved favorites, and holiday dishes with flair - all with real ingredients and no fuss. She grew up stretching simple pantry staples into something delicious, and that shows up in every recipe: easy, affordable, and full of flavor. Read more...
