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She's a master of everyday baking, family cooking, and harnessing good light. Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the…[read more](https://www.thekitchn.com/authors/meghan-splawn) Follow updated Jun 21, 2021 Save Whenever you see the heart icon, just tap it to save the story you’re reading to your account\! 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Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman; Food Styling: Anna Stockwell [Grilled Chicken Kebabs](https://www.thekitchn.com/chicken-kebabs-recipe-23168710) Summer BBQs are my favorite way to entertain throughout the season. Adults can mingle, [summer drink](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-fruit-cocktails-recipe-22918095) in hand, while the kids can run around burning off energy before dinner. Plus, barbecuing feels more effortless — no need to stress over a super-clean house or real napkins when you’re grilling out. The menu is also up for grabs, although you can’t go wrong with the [classics](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-cookout-23043112). Who doesn’t love burgers paired with creamy coleslaw? Barbecue foods are among my favorite. From sweet and tangy [barbecue sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-basic-sweet-tangy-bbq-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-83487) to [buttermilk ranch potato salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-buttermilk-ranch-potato-salad-231515) to finger-lickin’ grilled chicken, there are a bounty of options when it comes to classic barbecue fare. To help get you ready for a summer of outdoor fun, here are over 35 essential summertime BBQ recipes for all your backyard soirées. ## Sauces and Marinades Save all recipes 3 Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! Whether you use one for marinating a flank steak or you serve it up in squeeze bottles for sandwiches, your BBQ needs at least one sauce. 1 / 3 [Credit: Apartment Therapy](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-korean-bbq-marinade-recipes-from-the-kitchn-172750) [Korean BBQ Marinade](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-korean-bbq-marinade-recipes-from-the-kitchn-172750) This Korean BBQ marinade can be used on beef short ribs, tofu, tempeh, or even vegetables. Once on the grill, the sauce caramelizes and provides an irresistible smoky, savory, sweet flavor. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-korean-bbq-marinade-recipes-from-the-kitchn-172750) Save 2 / 3 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-basic-sweet-tangy-bbq-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-83487) [Basic Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-basic-sweet-tangy-bbq-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-83487) This sweet and tangy barbecue sauce is our go to recipe. It's perfect as is, but it's also a great recipe to use as a base for your own tweaks and passing flavor whims. Quick, easy, and darn good. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-basic-sweet-tangy-bbq-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-83487) Save 3 / 3 [Credit: Melissa Ryan](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bryant-terrys-pomegranate-peach-barbecue-sauce-221176) [Pomegranate-Peach Barbecue Sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bryant-terrys-pomegranate-peach-barbecue-sauce-221176) Although this version is a bit thicker than a typical Memphis barbecue sauce, the important characteristics are all there: tomato-based, tangy, and sweet from rich pomegranate molasses and fresh peaches. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bryant-terrys-pomegranate-peach-barbecue-sauce-221176) Save ## Drinks Save all recipes 5 Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! Remember what I said about drink in hand? Pitcher drinks and cocktails are the easiest way to satiate guests while you grill. 1 / 5 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) [Classic Sweet Tea](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) The best sweet tea is the one in the pitcher in your fridge. If you’ve never made sweet tea before, start with this recipe and then adjust it to taste. Steep the tea for longer, add more or less sugar, squeeze a few lemons into the pitcher — you like your sweet tea the way you like it, and that’s just fine. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) Save 2 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/3-ingredient-sweet-tea-amp-bourbon-cocktail-244087) [Sweet Tea and Bourbon Pitcher Cocktail](https://www.thekitchn.com/3-ingredient-sweet-tea-amp-bourbon-cocktail-244087) Is there anything more Southern than sweet tea and bourbon? Well, what if you were to mix these two together to make the ultimate Southern sipper? Pretty ingenious, right? [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/3-ingredient-sweet-tea-amp-bourbon-cocktail-244087) Save 3 / 5 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) [How To Make Lemonade from Scratch](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) Sipping icy-cold sweet lemonade on a blazing-hot summer day is one of life’s finest pleasures, which is why we think making lemonade from scratch should be the easiest drink you make this summer. After all, it is just three ingredients: lemon juice, sugar, and water. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) Save 4 / 5 [Credit: Karen Biton-Cohen](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-iced-green-tea-with-ginger-mint-and-honey-recipes-from-the-kitchn-207387) [Iced Green Tea with Ginger, Mint and Honey](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-iced-green-tea-with-ginger-mint-and-honey-recipes-from-the-kitchn-207387) This homemade iced tea steers clear of flavored tea bags and opts for plain green tea sachets instead. Then the tea is infused with fresh, zesty ginger slices, fragrant mint leaves, and lemon juice. This refreshing iced tea is the perfect beverage to guzzle down with your grilled burgers this summer. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-iced-green-tea-with-ginger-mint-and-honey-recipes-from-the-kitchn-207387) Save 5 / 5 [Credit: Apartment Therapy](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sparkling-sweet-tea-cocktail-10-minute-happy-hour-191401) [Sparkling Sweet Tea Cocktail](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sparkling-sweet-tea-cocktail-10-minute-happy-hour-191401) If you're someone who usually finds sweet tea to be a little bit too sweet, this sparkling sweet tea cocktail will be right up your alley. The addition of club soda and whiskey temper the sweetness of the tea making for the perfect summer cocktail. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sparkling-sweet-tea-cocktail-10-minute-happy-hour-191401) Save ## Classic Side Dishes Save all recipes 8 Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! All the all-stars are here: baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad, and potato salad. The best part is that almost all of these can be made ahead\! 1 / 8 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) [Classic Potato Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) Classically, mayo and mustard are used to bind together the tender potato chunks, while celery and shallots add some crunch. Fresh herbs or diced scallions give the salad fresh flavor. However, all of these ingredients can be tweaked, riffed, or otherwise toyed with to your heart’s content. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) Save 2 / 8 [Credit: Gabriela Herman](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-buttermilk-ranch-potato-salad-231515) [Buttermilk Ranch Potato Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-buttermilk-ranch-potato-salad-231515) This recipe blends the delicious comforts of traditional potato salad with another American favorite: ranch dressing. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-buttermilk-ranch-potato-salad-231515) Save 3 / 8 [Credit: Nealey Dozier](https://www.thekitchn.com/potluck-recipe-four-bean-salad-recipes-from-the-kitchn-192339) [Three Bean Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/potluck-recipe-four-bean-salad-recipes-from-the-kitchn-192339) This three bean salad is a pretty straight-forward take on the classic — a mix of fresh and canned beans, a tangy vinaigrette, and red onions for color and crunch. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/potluck-recipe-four-bean-salad-recipes-from-the-kitchn-192339) Save 4 / 8 [Credit: Tara Mataraza Desmond](https://www.thekitchn.com/a-side-dish-recipe-for-burgers-slow-cooked-cider-beans-pick-a-side-from-tara-mataraza-desmond-196384) [Cider Beans](https://www.thekitchn.com/a-side-dish-recipe-for-burgers-slow-cooked-cider-beans-pick-a-side-from-tara-mataraza-desmond-196384) These cidery beans are a match for everything from warm weather barbecues to colder season potlucks. And they make the case for why side dishes are an integral part of a great meal. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/a-side-dish-recipe-for-burgers-slow-cooked-cider-beans-pick-a-side-from-tara-mataraza-desmond-196384) Save 5 / 8 [Credit: Kelli Foster](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-classic-creamy-coleslaw-recipe-221093) [Classic Coleslaw](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-classic-creamy-coleslaw-recipe-221093) This coleslaw is a classic. Green cabbage, shredded carrots, creamy dressing. It's the perfect side for burgers and hotdogs at your next backyard party. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-classic-creamy-coleslaw-recipe-221093) 6 / 8 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-the-best-pasta-salad-without-mayo-244709) [The Best Pasta Salad Without Mayo](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-the-best-pasta-salad-without-mayo-244709) This recipe is here to prove that a mayo-free pasta salad can still come with creaminess. In this case it’s by way of an olive oil-rich vinaigrette and a sprinkling of flavorful soft cheese. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-the-best-pasta-salad-without-mayo-244709) 7 / 8 [Credit: Christine Han](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pesto-tortellini-pasta-salad-232594) [Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pesto-tortellini-pasta-salad-232594) Summer just isn’t summer without pasta salad. This recipe takes advantage of flavorful ingredients found at most grocery stores and brings them together in one crowd-pleasing salad. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pesto-tortellini-pasta-salad-232594) 8 / 8 [Credit: Brie Passano](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) [Antipasto Pasta Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) On hot summer days, we want a bright, vibrant pasta salad with a wide variety of flavors and textures. This version takes inspiration from antipasto, the Italian first course that includes all kinds of pickled veggies, cured meats, and of course, cheese. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) ## Grilled Vegetables Save all recipes 5 Throwing vegetables on the side doesn’t just need to feel obligatory. These dishes bring a ton of flavor, can help fill up vegetarians, and make for welcome side dishes alongside the classic side salads. 1 / 5 [Credit: Faith Durand](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chipotle-lime-grilled-cauliflower-steaks-recipes-from-the-kitchn-204490) [Grilled Chipotle Lime Cauliflower Steaks](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chipotle-lime-grilled-cauliflower-steaks-recipes-from-the-kitchn-204490) Vegetables get so sexy and glamorous with a good set of grill marks, a little char around the edges, and that outdoorsy smoky flavor. These cauliflower “steaks” demonstrate that more than almost anything else we’ve grilled. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chipotle-lime-grilled-cauliflower-steaks-recipes-from-the-kitchn-204490) 2 / 5 [Credit: Jeff Roffman](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) [Grilled Watermelon](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) Once you’ve had your fill of cold, refreshing watermelon in everything from salads to aguas frescas, it’s time to turn your attention to the grill. Grilled watermelon can sound strange at first, but the grill caramelizes the melon’s sweetness and gives it a subtle, smoky flavor. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) 3 / 5 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-okra-with-spicy-chipotle-dipping-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205240) [Grilled Okra with Spicy Chipotle Dipping Sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-okra-with-spicy-chipotle-dipping-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205240) We love okra for their earthy and undeniably green flavor. In this recipe, we especially love the charred bits that get crispy on the grill. If you haven't already, be prepared to fall in love with okra. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-okra-with-spicy-chipotle-dipping-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205240) 4 / 5 [Credit: Mia Yakel/Kitchn](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-cabbage-wedges-with-spicy-lime-dressing-157671) [Grilled Cabbage Wedges with Spicy Lime Dressing](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-cabbage-wedges-with-spicy-lime-dressing-157671) Got cabbage? Great. Make this recipe. It’s very simple; it won’t take you more than a few minutes. Pour this tangy, spicy, Thai-inspired dressing all over — its garlicky juices soaking into the roasted warmth of the cabbage, smoky burnt edges adding a little crunch. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-cabbage-wedges-with-spicy-lime-dressing-157671) 5 / 5 [Credit: Sara Kate Gillingham](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-artichokes-recipes-from-the-kitchn-201441) [Grilled Artichokes](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-artichokes-recipes-from-the-kitchn-201441) Grilling artichokes is definitely the way to go. It lends a nice crispy texture to the edges (think potato chip!) and a smoky flavor that you just can’t get out of a pot of boiling water. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-artichokes-recipes-from-the-kitchn-201441) ## Classic Kebabs Save all recipes 5 Almost anything is more fun to eat from a stick. Let guests build their own kebabs for even more fun. 1 / 5 [Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman; Food Styling: Anna Stockwell](https://www.thekitchn.com/chicken-kebabs-recipe-23168710) [Grilled Chicken Kebabs](https://www.thekitchn.com/chicken-kebabs-recipe-23168710) What’s our idea of the perfect summer dinner? Bite-sized pieces of herby yogurt-marinated chicken threaded onto skewers, then grilled to perfection. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/chicken-kebabs-recipe-23168710) 2 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) [Grilled Meatball Kebabs](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) Here’s a dinner you can make with three ingredients (or four ingredients, if you count the smoky hint from the grill). Use your favorite purchased meatballs, your favorite barbecue sauce, and a few sweet bell peppers to make this meal in 15 minutes. You can probably do it in 10 if you really hustle. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) 3 / 5 [Credit: Melissa Ryan](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bbq-summer-vegetable-and-tofu-kebabs-221175) [Summer Vegetable and Tofu Kebabs](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bbq-summer-vegetable-and-tofu-kebabs-221175) You can prepare these kebabs in advance, and they’re practically a meal unto themselves when served along with couscous, potato salad, or a grain-based dish. And what a great way to showcase summer’s bounty of vegetables\! [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-bbq-summer-vegetable-and-tofu-kebabs-221175) 4 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-potato-onion-and-bacon-skewers-232596) [Grilled Potato, Onion, and Bacon Skewers](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-potato-onion-and-bacon-skewers-232596) These skewers bring out our primal love of meat (particularly, bacon) and potatoes together on individual skewers for a satisfying side for pretty much any main dish you choose to serve by the grill. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-potato-onion-and-bacon-skewers-232596) 5 / 5 [Credit: Christine Han](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-shrimp-skewers-with-chimichurri-244636) [Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-shrimp-skewers-with-chimichurri-244636) An herby, garlicky chimichurri sauce doubles as both the marinade and a dipping sauce for these easy shrimp skewers. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-shrimp-skewers-with-chimichurri-244636) ## Finger-Lickin’-Good Chicken Save all recipes 5 Chicken is one of those iconic BBQ foods. Serve with plenty of sauce and paper towels. 1 / 5 [Credit: Chris Perez](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) [Grilled Rotisserie Chicken](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) If you have a rotisserie attachment for your grill hanging around, it’s time to dust it off (and if you don’t have one, now might be the time to finally buy it). Because today, my friends, I’m going to show you how to cook the best darn rotisserie chicken you’ve ever had. Time to quit messing around. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) 2 / 5 [Credit: Alice Choi](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-spicy-korean-grilled-chicken-205119) [Spicy Korean Grilled Chicken](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-spicy-korean-grilled-chicken-205119) Hot off the grill, this spicy Korean chicken will not disappoint. Using chicken drumsticks and chicken thigh meat doused in a spicy, flavorful marinade, this grilled chicken needs to make an appearance on your dinner table soon\! [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-spicy-korean-grilled-chicken-205119) 3 / 5 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-chicken-breast-244712) [Juicy, Flavorful Grilled Chicken Breast](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-chicken-breast-244712) This recipe calls for a quick mixture of honey, vinegar, and spices to be added to the brine and used as a glaze. This sort of hybrid marinade-brine adds flavor and color to the breast before grilling, and glazing them before serving makes them finger-licking good. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-chicken-breast-244712) 4 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-chicken-breast-with-blackberry-corn-salsa-233270) [Grilled Chicken Breast with Blackberry-Corn Salsa](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-chicken-breast-with-blackberry-corn-salsa-233270) Cumin's earthy, warm flavor shows off just how well it pairs with a number of ingredients including blackberries, corn, and smoky grilled chicken. When you feel like dinner has lost some of its flair, this is the dish to add to the rotation. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-chicken-breast-with-blackberry-corn-salsa-233270) 5 / 5 [Credit: Brie Passano](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) [Grilled BBQ Chicken Wings](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) BBQ chicken wings are ubiquitous at summertime parties, and for good reason. Typically, wings are fried or baked and tossed in sauce just before serving. With these wings, we flip the procedure and cook the wings long and slow in their sauce, and then crisp them on the grill just before serving. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) ## Juicy Burgers Save all recipes 5 BBQ burgers are a really easy way to please a crowd. Don’t be afraid to divert from the beef burger to something juicier or even meat-free. 1 / 5 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-really-juicy-burgers-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-51194) [The Perfect Grilled Burgers](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-really-juicy-burgers-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-51194) When it comes to backyard burgers off the grill, we all want the same thing: a tender and juicy burger that we can really sink our teeth into. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-really-juicy-burgers-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-51194) 2 / 5 [Credit: Kimberley Hasselbrink](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chicken-guacamole-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-220326) [Chicken Guacamole Burgers](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chicken-guacamole-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-220326) This is unimaginably better than a burger merely topped with guacamole. In this love child of a burger and guacamole, the guac is mixed right in with the ground chicken, making its presence felt in every bite. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-chicken-guacamole-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-220326) 3 / 5 [Credit: Coco Morante](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) [Pineapple Burgers with Whiskey Glaze](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) Pineapple is a perfect topper for burgers — the sliced fruit is just the right circumference to layer onto a bun. While many recipes call for a can of pineapple rings (and that is certainly an easy way to go), the flavor and texture of fresh, grilled pineapple is far superior. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) 4 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-juicy-turkey-burgers-242156) [Juicy Turkey Burgers](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-juicy-turkey-burgers-242156) We borrowed a technique often found in meatloaf recipes to create the best turkey burgers we've ever tasted. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-juicy-turkey-burgers-242156) 5 / 5 [Credit: Karen Biton-Cohen](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-eggplanthalloumi-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205022) [Grilled Eggplant Burgers with Halloumi Cheese](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-eggplanthalloumi-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205022) With summer in full swing, we’re grilling anything and everything that comes to mind, including seasonal vegetables, fruits, and yes, even cheese! Halloumi is one of the few cheeses that is actually sturdy enough to be grilled, and we like to take full advantage of that property. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-eggplanthalloumi-burgers-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205022) ## Desserts Save all recipes 5 My BBQ dessert go-to is ice cream sandwiches or Popsicles — they are fun and easy. But if you’re feeling fancy, these are easy and can be eaten with one hand while chasing down a 5-year-old with a water gun. 1 / 5 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) [Banana Pudding Bars](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) A humble ode to its namesake, these bars are the kind of everyday treat you can whip up on a whim. This recipe harnesses banana flavor from banana chips rather than fresh bananas so that you can make this recipe ahead without the vanilla pudding discoloring. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) 2 / 5 [Credit: Leela Cyd](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-better-than-the-box-rice-krispies-treats-232706) [Better-than-the-Box Rice Krispies Treats](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-better-than-the-box-rice-krispies-treats-232706) Because Rice Krispies Treats are so simple, any change feels seismic. All the upgrades in this recipe are small and may even feel fussy (toast the cereal, you say?), but their impact is worth the tiny bit of effort. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-better-than-the-box-rice-krispies-treats-232706) 3 / 5 [Credit: Kelli Foster](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-smores-brownies-222598) [S'mores Brownies](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-smores-brownies-222598) S’mores brownies have all the essentials you’d find in your favorite campfire treat. (Well, minus the campfire.) There’s the graham cracker, the chocolate, and of course, the marshmallows. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-smores-brownies-222598) 4 / 5 [Credit: Brie Passano](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-frozen-yogurt-pie-with-boozy-blueberries-233926) [Frozen Yogurt Pie with Boozy Blueberries](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-frozen-yogurt-pie-with-boozy-blueberries-233926) Summer desserts should feel easy and carefree, but that doesn’t mean they should be thoughtless. This frozen yogurt pie is the answer. Made with a few store-bought ingredients, it comes together fast yet still feels elegant. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-frozen-yogurt-pie-with-boozy-blueberries-233926) 5 / 5 [Credit: Faith Durand](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-recipe-nobake-strawberry-icebox-cake-117900) [No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-recipe-nobake-strawberry-icebox-cake-117900) This strawberry icebox cake is such an easy dessert. It looks a little fancy, doesn’t it? Don’t be put off. It only takes a few ingredients, and it doesn’t even involve turning on the oven. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-recipe-nobake-strawberry-icebox-cake-117900) Read the comments Filed in: [Recipes](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipes) [cooking methods](https://www.thekitchn.com/collection/cooking-methods) [entertaining & gathering](https://www.thekitchn.com/collection/entertaining-gathering) [grilling](https://www.thekitchn.com/collection/grilling) ## More to Love from The Kitchn  [Comfort Me with Potatoes: Four Deeply Personal Recipes from Irish Cooks](https://www.thekitchn.com/four-irish-cooks-share-their-favorite-irish-potato-dishes-23296384) They're great for St. Patrick's Day, but you're gonna want to make these all year long. Nina Elder Mar 15, 2022 [This Mixed Grill Will Be the Star of Your Summer Party Spread](https://www.thekitchn.com/mixed-grill-recipe-23159041) It's got a little something for everyone. Amelia Rampe May 28, 2021 [Bison Burgers Are Sweet and Lean](https://www.thekitchn.com/bison-burger-recipe-23394690) A tasty alternative to beef. Perry Santanachote Jul 23, 2022 [This Grilled Flank Steak Will Be a Summer Go-To](https://www.thekitchn.com/grilled-flank-steak-recipe-23309955) Quick, flavorful, and easy. Kristina Vänni May 6, 2022 [“Santa Maria” Tri-Tip Is a Steak-Lover’s Bargain](https://www.thekitchn.com/grilled-tri-tip-recipe-23542532) It’ll feed the whole crew. Ivy Manning Jun 15, 2023 [Grilled Steak Tacos Are the Perfect Any-Night, Any-Occasion Dinner](https://www.thekitchn.com/steak-tacos-23345539) This recipe takes me back to the tacos of my youth. Amelia Rampe Jun 22, 2022 [10 Ways to Feed Your Family Dinner for \$10 or Less](https://www.thekitchn.com/10-ways-to-feed-your-family-dinner-for-10-or-less-265866) So you can save more for college (or ice cream). Meghan Splawn Jun 27, 2023 [Honey Orange Chicken Foil Packets Are a Flavorful, Mess-Free Win](https://www.thekitchn.com/honey-citrus-chicken-veggie-foil-packet-recipe-23186573) Each one is packed with tender veggies, juicy chicken, and the most irresistible sauce. Andrea Mathis Jul 22, 2021 [Foil-Pack Peach Cobbler Is the Summer Dessert We’re Making on Repeat](https://www.thekitchn.com/foil-pack-peach-cobbler-recipe-23541779) And it lets you off the hook with dishes. Ivy Manning Jun 13, 2023 [Cowboy Steak Is One of the Most Impressive Meals of Grilling Season](https://www.thekitchn.com/cowboy-steak-recipe-23320727) Salt, pepper, meat, and heat. Kristina Vänni Jun 9, 2022 [Once I Started Grilling Steak Like THIS, I've Never Made It Any Other Way (It's](https://www.thekitchn.com/best-grilled-steak-recipe-23667352) Make it fancy with an easy herb butter. Christine Gallary Jul 4, 2024 [Tequila-Lime Chicken Will Have Everyone Asking for the Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/tequila-lime-chicken-recipe-23541018) A low-stress crowd-pleaser\! Amelia Rampe Jun 9, 2023 [Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Are Golden, Gooey, and Absolutely Foolproof](https://www.thekitchn.com/air-fryer-grilled-cheese-recipe-23136156) Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.Anyone else grow up heating bread and cheese in the microwave on unsupervised afternoons at home? Meghan Splawn Sep 25, 2024 [My Dad's Beer Brats Take Me Back to Wisconsin Tailgates](https://www.thekitchn.com/beer-brats-recipe-23483807) This apartment-friendly recipe doesn't require a grill. 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- [Recipes](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipes) - [Methods](https://www.thekitchn.com/collection/cooking-methods) - [Grilled](https://www.thekitchn.com/collection/grilling)  [Meghan Splawn](https://www.thekitchn.com/authors/meghan-splawn) [Meghan Splawn](https://www.thekitchn.com/authors/meghan-splawn) Meghan was the Food Editor for Kitchn's Skills content. She's a master of everyday baking, family cooking, and harnessing good light. Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the…[read more](https://www.thekitchn.com/authors/meghan-splawn) Follow updated Jun 21, 2021 Whenever you see the heart icon, just tap it to save the story you’re reading to your account\! Page URL We [independently](https://www.thekitchn.com/about/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.  Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman; Food Styling: Anna Stockwell Summer BBQs are my favorite way to entertain throughout the season. Adults can mingle, [summer drink](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-fruit-cocktails-recipe-22918095) in hand, while the kids can run around burning off energy before dinner. Plus, barbecuing feels more effortless — no need to stress over a super-clean house or real napkins when you’re grilling out. The menu is also up for grabs, although you can’t go wrong with the [classics](https://www.thekitchn.com/summer-cookout-23043112). Who doesn’t love burgers paired with creamy coleslaw? Barbecue foods are among my favorite. From sweet and tangy [barbecue sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-basic-sweet-tangy-bbq-sauce-recipes-from-the-kitchn-83487) to [buttermilk ranch potato salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-buttermilk-ranch-potato-salad-231515) to finger-lickin’ grilled chicken, there are a bounty of options when it comes to classic barbecue fare. To help get you ready for a summer of outdoor fun, here are over 35 essential summertime BBQ recipes for all your backyard soirées. ## Sauces and Marinades Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! Whether you use one for marinating a flank steak or you serve it up in squeeze bottles for sandwiches, your BBQ needs at least one sauce. 1 / 3 2 / 3 3 / 3 ## Drinks Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! Remember what I said about drink in hand? Pitcher drinks and cocktails are the easiest way to satiate guests while you grill. 1 / 5 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) [Classic Sweet Tea](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) The best sweet tea is the one in the pitcher in your fridge. If you’ve never made sweet tea before, start with this recipe and then adjust it to taste. Steep the tea for longer, add more or less sugar, squeeze a few lemons into the pitcher — you like your sweet tea the way you like it, and that’s just fine. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sweet-tea-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-94457) 2 / 5 3 / 5 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) [How To Make Lemonade from Scratch](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) Sipping icy-cold sweet lemonade on a blazing-hot summer day is one of life’s finest pleasures, which is why we think making lemonade from scratch should be the easiest drink you make this summer. After all, it is just three ingredients: lemon juice, sugar, and water. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemonade-from-scratch-258369) 4 / 5 5 / 5 ## Classic Side Dishes Save all of these recipes to your Recipe Box by tapping the bookmark icon\! All the all-stars are here: baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad, and potato salad. The best part is that almost all of these can be made ahead\! 1 / 8 [Credit: Emma Christensen](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) [Classic Potato Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) Classically, mayo and mustard are used to bind together the tender potato chunks, while celery and shallots add some crunch. Fresh herbs or diced scallions give the salad fresh flavor. However, all of these ingredients can be tweaked, riffed, or otherwise toyed with to your heart’s content. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-potato-salad-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203664) 2 / 8 3 / 8 4 / 8 5 / 8 6 / 8 7 / 8 8 / 8 [Credit: Brie Passano](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) [Antipasto Pasta Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) On hot summer days, we want a bright, vibrant pasta salad with a wide variety of flavors and textures. This version takes inspiration from antipasto, the Italian first course that includes all kinds of pickled veggies, cured meats, and of course, cheese. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-antipasto-pasta-salad-230130) ## Grilled Vegetables Throwing vegetables on the side doesn’t just need to feel obligatory. These dishes bring a ton of flavor, can help fill up vegetarians, and make for welcome side dishes alongside the classic side salads. 1 / 5 2 / 5 [Credit: Jeff Roffman](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) [Grilled Watermelon](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) Once you’ve had your fill of cold, refreshing watermelon in everything from salads to aguas frescas, it’s time to turn your attention to the grill. Grilled watermelon can sound strange at first, but the grill caramelizes the melon’s sweetness and gives it a subtle, smoky flavor. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-grill-watermelon-234733) 3 / 5 4 / 5 5 / 5 ## Classic Kebabs Almost anything is more fun to eat from a stick. Let guests build their own kebabs for even more fun. 1 / 5 2 / 5 [Credit: Lauren Volo](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) [Grilled Meatball Kebabs](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) Here’s a dinner you can make with three ingredients (or four ingredients, if you count the smoky hint from the grill). Use your favorite purchased meatballs, your favorite barbecue sauce, and a few sweet bell peppers to make this meal in 15 minutes. You can probably do it in 10 if you really hustle. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-meatball-kebabs-233708) 3 / 5 4 / 5 5 / 5 ## Finger-Lickin’-Good Chicken Chicken is one of those iconic BBQ foods. Serve with plenty of sauce and paper towels. 1 / 5 [Credit: Chris Perez](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) [Grilled Rotisserie Chicken](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) If you have a rotisserie attachment for your grill hanging around, it’s time to dust it off (and if you don’t have one, now might be the time to finally buy it). Because today, my friends, I’m going to show you how to cook the best darn rotisserie chicken you’ve ever had. Time to quit messing around. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-rotisserie-chicken-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-191677) 2 / 5 3 / 5 4 / 5 5 / 5 [Credit: Brie Passano](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) [Grilled BBQ Chicken Wings](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) BBQ chicken wings are ubiquitous at summertime parties, and for good reason. Typically, wings are fried or baked and tossed in sauce just before serving. With these wings, we flip the procedure and cook the wings long and slow in their sauce, and then crisp them on the grill just before serving. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-grilled-bbq-slow-cooker-wings-232491) ## Juicy Burgers BBQ burgers are a really easy way to please a crowd. Don’t be afraid to divert from the beef burger to something juicier or even meat-free. 1 / 5 2 / 5 3 / 5 [Credit: Coco Morante](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) [Pineapple Burgers with Whiskey Glaze](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) Pineapple is a perfect topper for burgers — the sliced fruit is just the right circumference to layer onto a bun. While many recipes call for a can of pineapple rings (and that is certainly an easy way to go), the flavor and texture of fresh, grilled pineapple is far superior. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-pineapple-burgers-with-whiskey-glaze-grill-recipes-from-the-kitchn-205593) 4 / 5 5 / 5 ## Desserts My BBQ dessert go-to is ice cream sandwiches or Popsicles — they are fun and easy. But if you’re feeling fancy, these are easy and can be eaten with one hand while chasing down a 5-year-old with a water gun. 1 / 5 [Credit: Joe Lingeman](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) [Banana Pudding Bars](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) A humble ode to its namesake, these bars are the kind of everyday treat you can whip up on a whim. This recipe harnesses banana flavor from banana chips rather than fresh bananas so that you can make this recipe ahead without the vanilla pudding discoloring. [Go to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-banana-pudding-bars-243622) 2 / 5 3 / 5 4 / 5 5 / 5 Filed in: