25 Best Summer Grill Recipes
Are you preparing for the summer party and looking for some cool, incredible, delicious grill recipes? I’ve got you covered. And be ready to inhale the drooling aroma of barbecue in your backyard.
When summer rolls around, I first gather up grilling recipes because there’s nothing like firing up the grill and cooking under the open sky on those warm summer evenings—I just love those moments.
There are so many grilling recipes, but the ones I’m sharing are the best! Whether you’re planning to grill for parties, family, or your buddies, I’ve covered many mouthwatering recipes.
I always preach about easy grilling recipes that save you time and money. You don’t need a lot of equipment and ingredients to whip up these grilling recipes.
Let’s dive right into our recipes.
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Best Summer Grilling Recipes
1- Asian Chicken Skewers
These Asian Chicken Skewers are one of the most appealing and mouth watering treats.
The succulent chicken and balanced heat give you the most comfortable taste. Plus, this recipe is super easy to prepare, which we want during the lazy summer months.
2- Grilled Pork Chops
Grilled Pork Chops are tender and amazingly flavorful. They’re perfect for an outdoor grill or an indoor cast iron grill. This easy recipe uses basic pantry ingredients.
3- Teriyaki Burgers Recipe
I love this quintessential Teriyaki Burger, which you can easily grill in your backyard.
The flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce, mushrooms, and grilled pineapple make this burger much better than any other. Best for parties during the warm summer nights.
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4- Grilled Brie With Strawberries
Try this grilled brie with strawberries if you want something unique and more delicious.
This summertime appetizer is incredibly simple but mouthwatering. The sizzling grill marks, flavorful strawberries, and refreshing basil just make everyone wow.
5- Grilled Tri-tip
If you’re a steak lover like me, you know that nothing beats a good BBQ steak.
If you haven’t tried this Grilled Tri-Tip yet, you’re missing out! It’s incredibly juicy, tender, and succulent, and while it may seem a bit fancy, it’s super easy to prepare.
6- Grilled Bbq Chicken Breasts
This grilled BBQ chicken breast has a medium heat level and a tender and moist texture.
It offers a burst of smoky flavor and juicy tenderness that perfectly complements the warm weather vibes, making every bite a delight.
7- Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers
Are you a vegetarian? Try these grilled veggie skewers made with bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini.
They’re drizzled with tangy balsamic vinegar and brushed with a fresh garlic herb sauce. These grilled veggie recipes are easy to make and are my favorite meal during hot summer days.
8- Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
If you’re looking for a low-carb and keto-friendly grilled meal, this cilantro lime grilled chicken is the best bet.
The finest taste and pleasant aroma of this treat will make you drool. This is a simple, healthy, minimal recipe you can make in your backyard during the summer months.
9- Chicken Yakitori Recipe
Yakitori is a Japanese grilled chicken recipe served on skewers and glazed in a delicious sweet and savory homemade yakitori sauce. Often served with drinks at bars in Japan, enjoy chicken yakitori as a quick and easy appetizer, snack, or dinner.
10- Teriyaki Salmon
This Teriyaki Salmon is out-of-this-world delicious. It’s tender and packed with a juicy flavor. Grandpa handed down the teriyaki sauce, which is still our favorite for chicken, shrimp, beef, or salmon.
11- Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofta
Are you a fan of Turkish recipes? This Grilled lamb kofta will make you a true fan of Turkish cuisine.
The small patties are very succulent and tender, made with ordinary spices and fresh herbs. This recipe is also popular in the Middle East.
12- Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab
This Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab is another delicious Turkish grill recipe you can make this summer.
It consists of chicken marinated in olive oil, milk, tomato and pepper paste, and aromatic spices. It is a flavorful, aromatic, and unique BBQ recipe to try this summer.
13- BBQ Pork Tenderloin
This BBQ Pork Tenderloin is made with simple ingredients and has a wonderful sweet and smoky flavor. Cook it on the grill or in the oven for the juiciest pork ever.
14- Grilled Portobello Mushroom Steaks
This Grilled Portobello Mushroom steak boosts deep and rich flavor and texture. These steaks are super easy to make. Just marinate, grill, and serve. Whether you’re a veggie enthusiast or a die-hard meat lover like me, they’re a deliciously satisfying addition to any summer spread.
15- Grilled Chicken Thighs
One of the best summertime recipes is this Grilled Chicken. It offers very tangy and succulent chicken bites. This requires only 10 minutes of prep time and is made with basic ingredients available in your pantry.
16- Grilled Ribeye Steak
If you’re looking for an exceptional summer dinner, try this Grilled Ribeye steak, crispy outside and tender and juicy inside with rich meaty flavor.
17- Grilled Peppers Recipe
Like roasted red peppers, grilled peppers are tender, sweet, smoky, and flavorful. They’re really easy to make, and you can freeze them to enjoy year-round!
18- Grilled Lamb Kabobs
These grilled Lamb Kabobs are marinated in an aromatic and easy Mediterranean marinade before being grilled, rescued, or cooked over a campfire and served with fresh-cut veggies for a light and healthy meal.
19- Grilled Chicken Tenders
Asian Grilled Chicken Tenders are flavorful and cook fast, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve these grilled chicken strips with rice and stir-fried veggies or on a salad to make it a complete, family-friendly meal.
20- Grilled Chicken Wings
These grilled wings have crispy skin on the outside and juicy on the inside. Fire up the grill because this grilled chicken wings recipe is worth getting fired up for!
21- Fajita Chicken Kabobs
These Fajita Chicken Kabobs are a fun grilling recipe. They’re a charred and bite-sized version of the sizzling pan fajitas that we all love. Serve them with fresh guacamole and creamy lime crema for the best summer Mexican BBQ meal!
22- Lamb Shashlik
Lamb Shashlik is a Caucasian cousin of Turkish shish kebab, and for us, it is a must-cook BBQ item! The meat is cut into thin slices and left to marinate in a light water-based marinade for hours to create a wonderfully juicy and tender result.
23- Bruschetta Chicken Recipe
Try this Bruschetta chicken recipe if you’re looking for a light yet flavorful grill recipe.
The tart garlic taste and refreshing tomatoes make the chicken more flavorful. Ultimately, the chicken is garnished with balsamic vinegar and shredded basil.
24- BBQ Shrimp
My BBQ shrimp is the perfect summer grilling recipe for seafood lovers, and it’s so incredibly quick and easy! All you need is shrimp, oil, salt & pepper, and your favorite barbecue sauce bottle! The BBQ sauce caramelizes and makes for the most delicious shrimp you’ll ever try!
25- Grilled Vegetables
These grilled vegetables bring bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, onions, and asparagus, grilled to perfection and drizzled with a balsamic reduction sauce. It is the perfect healthy light lunch or supper. I love to serve this perfect side dish with grilled steak or roasted chicken.
