This collection of summer grilling recipes is perfect for enjoying the season! With these simple, easy, and affordable grill ideas for summer, preparing meals everyone will love is a breeze!
Includes recipes suitable for gluten free, low carb, vegan and. vegetarian diets. Weight Watchers points also included in some recipes.
Summer, with its longer days and warmer temperatures, means spending more time outside. And there’s no better way to make the most of this time of year than by cooking and eating al fresco.
Summer truly is grilling season. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, picnic, pool party, or camping trip, cooking up delicious, crowd-pleasing foods on the grill is a must.
This is exactly why I’ve gathered up what I think are the very best grill ideas for summer.
My collection of easy grill recipes is exactly what’s needed this time of year. From the meat and potatoes to produce and even desserts, it’s entirely possible to whip up a complete meal on the grill.
So sit back, kick off your shoes, grab a cool beverage, and get ready to learn the best grill ideas for summer!
Summer Grilling Ideas
This grilled chicken kabobs recipe with pineapple, onions, and peppers are packed with flavor and so easy to prepare.
Grilled Buffalo Chicken Breasts is easy to prepare and has the flavor of your favorite game day food without the hassle or the mess.
There is no need to marinate the chicken in advance, so this recipe comes together quickly, making it a great choice for an easy weeknight dinner.
Flavorful lemon and oregano marinade ingredients give you tender and juicy chicken that’s perfect for summer weeknight dinners and weekly meal prep.
You can prep ahead these 4 ingredient Foil Pack Grilled Red Potatoes side dish to be made on the grill or campfire.
Sweet, colorful, and fresh Grilled Watermelon Salad with feta and blueberries is ready in less than 20 minutes and makes an easy side dish for summer.
You can make these tangy, savory and spicy, easy grilled shrimp skewers in less than 15 minutes
Chicken drumettes and wingettes are coated in a simple and smoky homemade seasoning blend and then grilled to perfection. Great appetizer, snack or main.
This recipe knocks it out of the park when it comes to flavor. Both the chicken marinade and the dipping sauce are full of flavor.
These 5 ingredient Chicken Fajita Foil Packets are a pantry staple, minimal prep lunch or weeknight dinner that can be made on the grill or in the oven.
With just three ingredients you can have a tray of S’mores Nachos on the table in about 10 minutes.
Easy Grilled Steak - How To Grill Steak (Griddle, BBQ, Instant Pot, Air Fryer)
You only need 4 simple ingredients to make delicious crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside steak that the whole will love.
Huli Huli chicken coated with a delightfully sticky sweet pineapple glaze that is seriously crave-worthy. Skip the Hawaiian takeout joint and be sure to make enough, because everyone will want seconds of this scrumptious tropical chicken.
Chicken Skewers, made with pantry staples are an easy and convenient way to make dinner, especially during the summer.
Grilled Baked Potatoes are creamy and fluffy inside, with delicious crispy skin on the outside and a hint of smoky flavor. Just so perfect for summer gatherings and more.
If you love S’mores then you will love this warm and spicy twist on the traditional campfire classic.
These easy grilled Lamb Kabobs are marinated in an aromatic and easy Mediterranean marinade before being grilled or bbq or cooked over a campfire. Serve with all the sides.
Grilling peaches brings out their natural sweetness and turns them into a tasty side dish or dessert. Everyone will love these.
You only need 6 simple ingredients make up this full of flavour grilled whole chicken dish.
Grilled Chicken Thighs are coated in a delicious homemade sweet and salty barbeque sauce, grilled to golden brown perfection, and are a finger-licking good quick dinner must..
Tips for Success
- Produce is plentiful and affordable this time of year, so plan your menu to take advantage of summer’s bounty.
- Give your oven a break – use your grill, air fryer, Instant Pot, and slow cooker to help keep your kitchen cool.
- Use a thermometer to make sure your food stays at a safe temperature, especially when dining outdoors.
More Summer Recipes You’ll Love
- Frosted Lemonade (Chick-fil-A copycat).
- Ice Cream Sandwich Cake.
- Easy Fruit Salad with Poppyseed Dressing.
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Summer Grilling Recipes
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken kabobs
- Grilled buffalo chicken
- Lemon Oregano Grilled Chicken Tenders
- Foil Pack Grilled Red Potatoes
- Grilled Watermelon Salad
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers
- Grilled Chicken Wings
- Chicken Satay with Avocado Sauce
- Easy Chicken Fajita Foil Packets
- S'mores Nachos
- Easy Grilled Steak
- Grilled Huli Huli Chicken
- Grilled Chicken Kabobs Skewers
- Baked Potato On The Grill
- Mexican S’mores
- Grilled Lamb Kabobs Recipe
- Grilled Peaches
- Grilled Whole Chicken
- Grilled Chicken Thighs
Instructions
- Select the easy grill ideas you want to prepare.
- Gather up the ingredients and follow the recipe instructions.
- Enjoy your delicious summer grill recipes!
Rachel
The watermelon salad was so fun and yummy!