11 Summer Barbecue Recipes
Summer barbecues—we’re ready for you. We’re ready for grill outs, afternoons by the pool, and recipes that are refreshing and delicious. Barbecues are one of the best parts of summer, so you know we’ve already got a few recipes in our arsenal to pull out at our next party. Looking for a few yourself? Then stay where you are, because we have 11 recipes for you. Drinks, appetizers, entrees, desserts—there’s definitely something in our list that you’ll love. Keep reading for our favorite dishes for Fourth of July weekend or your next summer soiree…
Sweet, tangy, and all kinds of perfect for a summer barbecue, this passionfruit cocktail is the stuff of your summer drink dreams.
A barbecue session at the pool calls for a Dreamsicle Frose Slushie. The berry, orange, and coconut flavors meld together for a satisfying and refreshing drink in the heat.
Sweet and spicy? Yes, please! If you don’t have all of these fruits on hand, that’s OK. Any fruit duo will work well with a little chili and lime.
Don’t forget your veggies. This chopped summer salad is all kinds nutritious, filling, and tasty. The perfect side to your grilled entrees.
While this is considered an appetizer, it really is a showstopper of a dish. Making your pineapple the bowl is absolutely genius—and one less dish to clean.
Corn and crab chowder is a match made in heaven, especially when you have loads of ripe, sweet, and delicious summer corn on deck. This dish, we promise, is worth it.
Vegetarian-option alert! Summer barbecues are rife with all kinds of grilled meats, and while those are great, we love having a vegetarian choice for those who have dietary restrictions {or just love black bean burgers!}.
Looking for a lighter, yet equally tasty option? BBQ Chicken Pizza with a Cauliflower Crust is a winner for us. Get all of the flavor from your favorite pizza with a crust that isn’t as carb heavy but equally as tasty.
Key Lime Pies, but mini! Mini desserts are just too cute, and we love these personal-sized pies for a summer soiree. Don’t be fooled by these pies either—they’re pretty easy to make.
Ever tried making every component of a smore from scratch? Well now, you can. Plus, this recipe has multiple flavor combos for you to choose from, which really is the graham cracker on top.
Nothing more classic than a strawberry shortcake for summer. We’re keeping with the mini dessert theme and made these Strawberry Shortcakes a little tinier and a whole lot cuter. We didn’t skimp on the taste either.
What are you making for your next summer barbecue?
Let us know if you used any of our recipes.
XO Team LC
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