Grilling Recipes For All Occasions
Inside: A collection of grilling recipes from around from top bloggers, including the best grilled burgers, steaks, chops, smoked ribs and BBQ chicken, plus fish and seafood specialties, fun kebabs and more.
Look no further than this roundup of grilling recipes for effortless grilling and BBQ inspiration. It includes amazing grilled burgers, smoked ribs on the grill, slow-smoked beef briskets, perfect grilled and smoked chicken and poultry, unique kabobs and veggies and even grilled seafood.
Amazing Burger Ideas and Recipes
Most cookouts start with burgers. After all, nothing satisfies like handmade patties on a bun with all your favorite toppings. These grilled burgers go beyond “lettuce and tomato, Heinz 57 and french fried potatoes…”
This roundup includes grilled beef burgers, chicken burger recipes, and vegetarian burgers. You can find your burger bliss here.
Bruschetta Burgers
Feeling refined? This epic burger is almost too pretty to eat. Almost. The Bruschetta Burger from Dance Around The Kitchen is a sophisticated blend of fresh tomato, mozzarella cheese and and balsamic glaze combined with a juicy 80/20 ground beef patty for a meaty, indulgent grilled burger you could actually wash down with a nice Cabernet.
Cajun-Spiced Cilantro Burgers with Sriracha Mayo
From Amy at House of Nash Eats, comes this cajun spiced patty topped with melted monterey jack cheese, crispy fried onion strings, an easy sriracha lime aioli, and plenty of cilantro in place of lettuce.
Buffalo Chicken Burgers
Stepping outside of the traditional beef burger realm, WhitneyBond.com has a really tempting Buffalo Chicken Burger. Not only are the burgers seasoned with buffalo chicken sauce and blue cheese, they’re topped with those iconic flavors as well.
Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
Alida from Simply Delicious shares her classic recipe for the ultimate bacon cheeseburger. It looks good, doesn't it?
Juicy Lucy Burger
Why merely top your grilled burger with cheese when you can surround your cheese with burger? The Juicy Lucy Burger Recipe via The Hungry Bluebird is a Twin Cities classic. This beef patty stuffed with molten cheese can be made with or without jalapeños.
Blue Cheese Burgers
These yummy Blue Cheese Burgers with tangy veins of blue cheese running through the meat make these patties sing! (and you know how I LOVE pickled onions…) Thanks to Girl With The Iron Cast for sharing her recipe.
Lamb Burgers with Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onions
Grilled lamb burgers with caramelized onions and goat cheese are a step up from the usual. Fancy, but deliciously approachable, you'll love this recipe from Platings and Pairings.
The Almighty Aussie Burger (oi oi oi)
This two-handed behemoth is a tribute to Australian hearts and stomachs. The Almighty Aussie Burger via Belly Rumbles is a completely unconventional grilled burger with toppings that might sound unusual to the American palate… sliced pickled beets, fried eggs and grilled pineapple rings??? Don’t wrinkle your nose. This is one that must be tried before passing judgement.
Asian Beef Burgers
The whole family will enjoy these tangy Asian Burgers with garlic and ginger from Urban Bliss Life. Pair these with slaw, tasty sides, for a Labor Day feast!
Mexican burgers
For a Mexican twist on a classic burger, this one with guacamole and pico de Gallo hits all the right notes. Thanks to Alida at Simply Delicious for sharing her recipe.
Sriracha Avocado Turkey Burgers
Never has a turkey burger been so satisfying. With a tangy, spicy sriracha aioli and slices of buttery avocado, these turkey burgers are moist, juicy and delicious.
Ground Chicken Burgers
The secret to making chicken burgers moist and flavorful is a milk and bread panade and assertive seasonings. This mile high chicken burger can be made on the grill or on the stovetop.
Bison Burgers
Bison is leaner and healthier than traditional ground beef so these burgers have a balance of indulgently satisfying burger with a slightly healthy bent. Thanks to Joss at In The Kitch for sharing.
Easy Worcestershire Sauce Burger
Worcestershire sauce, mustard and pantry seasonings give deep flavor to these burgers. An egg and breadcrumbs bind the patties. Recipe via Haute and Healthy Living.
BBQ Bacon Burger
80/20 ground chuck is simply seasoned and grilled, topped with melty cheese, house-made pickles and bacon wrapped onion rings. Swap BBQ sauce in lieu of ketchup for the ultimate BBQ Bacon Burger.
Bacon and Cheddar Smash Burgers - Grilling to a New Level
You will swoon for these smashburgers from Family Around The Table. The patty is expertly smashed on a hot griddle to create a deliciously caramelized crust with craggy edges.
Red Kidney Bean Burgers
For a zippy vegetarian burger, try these hearty Kidney Bean patties from Claire at The Real Meal Deal seasoned with garlic and chili powder.
Buffalo Burgers
Linda from 2 Cookin' Mamas makes light, lean Bison Burgers sing with all the trimmings.
Feta Lamb Burgers & Lemon Mint Aioli
Piled high, these lamb burgers with feta and lemon aioli from Binky's Culinary Carnival will create a Pavlovian response in all your diners.
Grilled Lamb Burger with Bacon & Mint-Jalape�o Chimichurri
Juicy lamb burgers with strips of bacon and a zippy fresh mint-jalapeno chimichurri will make your tastebuds do a happy dance. Thanks to Natalie Marble cooks for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burger
For a meatless burger that really satisfies, try this portobello burger topped with roasted sweet peppers, grilled onions cheese and garlicky aioli.
Hawaiian Teriyaki Burgers with Pineapple Salsa
You'll love the Polynesian flair of these Teriyaki burgers and that sensational pineapple salsa. Thanks to Christina at Simple Everyday Recipes for sharing.
Smoked Gouda Beer Burgers
A simple ground beef burger patty stuffed with smoked gouda cheese, green onions, and your favorite beer make these sammies from Jessie at Life As A Strawberry a Labor Day favorite.
Easy Grilled Fajita Burgers with Guacamole
This is what happens when burgers and fajitas have a love-child. Thanks to Two Healthy Kitchens for the recipe.
Grilled Brisket Burgers Recipe
Milisa from Miss In The Kitchen says grinding your own beef is worth the effort for the most flavorful burger you can make at home.
Cedar-Planked Salmon Sliders
These are fish-burgers done right. Smoked on a wood plank and slathered in BBQ sauce. Top these salmon sliders with pickled red onion and house-made cucumbers.
Lamb Burgers {Greek Sliders}
We love these tasty lamb sliders with Tzatziki, feta and grilled onions from What A Girl Eats.
Grilled Brats and Sausages on a BBQ
Ready to grill sausages, brats, or frankfurters to perfection? These simple, mouthwatering recipes will help you achieve that perfect char and flavor. Here is everything you need to make sausages the highlight of your cookout. Whether kielbasa or grilled beer brats, hot dogs or smoked sausages, no cookout is complete without them.
Grilled Beer Brats
These Grilled Beer Brats get slathered in sauerkraut on a soft bun. Thanks to Fresh off the Grid for sharing the recipe.
The Best Chili Hot Dogs Recipe
The secret to amazing chili dogs is using a frankfurter with a snappy casing and homemade chili for chili dogs. Melted cheddar or American cheese, onions and dill pickle spears takes these dogs net level.
Choripan–Argentinian Grilled Chorizo Sandwich
This simple but delicious grilled sausage sandwich is topped with a flavorful chimichurri sauce or spicy criolla sauce. Thanks to Carne Diem for sharing the recipe.
Brazilian Hot Dog (Cachorro Quente)
This recipe comes from Easy and Delish, and it's different. Hot dogs cooked in an elevated tomato sauce. The franks are then topped with mozzarella, potato sticks, corn kernels and traditional mustard, ketchup and mayo.
Grilled BBQ Glazed Smoked Sausage
Melissa from Shaken Together Life uses smoked sausge links and BBQ sauce for her easy recipe.
Sausage, Tomato and Avocado Salad
Grilled Sausages pair well with a bright, tangy tomato and avocado sald with tender quinoa and kale. This recipe feeds the whole family.
Grilled Brats with Mustard Relish ⋆ Deb's Daily Dish
Spicy mustard relish is an easy way to make a tasty condiment that you will love to serve with grilled brats. Thanks to Deb's Daily Dish for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Italian Sausage
Italian sausage on the grill gives the casing a crusty char and juicy, flavorful interior. Thanks to Melanie Cooks for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Beer Brats {with mushrooms & onions}
Instead of traditional sauerkraut, Tony and Milisa from OutGrilling top their sausages with grilled onions and mushrooms. YUM!
Grilled Sonoran Hot Dogs
These bacon wrapped hotdogs with refried beans, avocado, onion, tomatoes, and jalapenos are served on a warm grilled bolillo roll. Thanks to Carne Diem for sharing his recipe.
Wisconsin Beer Brats
My husband’s eyes got wide when he saw these Wisconsin Beer Brats! Being from the midwest himself, he knows a thing or two about these porky sausages and this recipe via Cheese Curd in Paradise are legit!
Grilled Panzanella with Smoked Sausage
We used fresh chicken feta sausages for this Mediterranean inspired panzanella salad. Made with roasted red peppers, zucchini and grilled pita bread, cut into pieces for the panzanella.
Grilled Bratwurst (How To Grill Brats 2 Ways)
Vanessa over at Maple & Mango has two methods for perfectly juicy brats. A reverse sear or poach and grill. Use your favorite for excellent results.
Easy Grilled Chicken Recipes
Looking for the perfect grilled chicken recipes that are simple, quick, and guaranteed to impress? Here are 24 mouthwatering options. Whether you’re a novice or a grillmaster, these yardbird recipes will make your next cookout a hit. Let’s fire up the grill!
Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken Thighs
With only 5 ingredients and in less than 30 minutes you can have Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Thighs on the table. This easy recipe from A Simple Palate will be a winner with all your diners.
Maple Dijon Grilled Chicken
You probably already have everything you need for this Maple Dijon Grilled Chicken via Simply Stacie. The trick to this flavorful bird isn’t marinating, but rather basting it while the chicken cooks.
Tandoori Chicken Wings
These smoky Tandoori chicken wings, from Piping Pot Curry, are marinated in Indian spices and yogurt before grilling for a smoky lacquered finish.
Peach-Glazed Grilled Chicken Wings
These perfectly lacquered Peach-Glazed Grilled Chicken Wings are the ideal summer send-off. Sara and Pam from Biscuits and Burlap have given these smoky, sticky wings a bit of a kick that’s the perfect counterpoint to the sweet peach glaze.
Grilled Balsamic Chicken
You can make this Easy Balsamic-Marinated Grilled Chicken with a handful of pantry staples and only 30 minutes of marinating time. Thanks to Kate from Nibble and Dine for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Harissa Chicken Drumsticks
Harissa, lemon, honey and mint give these drumsticks a sweet, tangy spicy flavor. Thanks to Colleen at The Food Blog for sharing the recipe.
Cilantro Lime Chicken
You’ll love this Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken from Isabel Eats. Let the chicken rest in the simple, flavorful marinade for a few hours to really penetrate the flesh and grill to juicy, meaty bliss.
Easy Hot Honey Chicken Marinade Recipe (So flavorful!)
With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this easy Hot Honey Chicken Marinade Recipe makes your grilled chicken juicy and delicious. Thanks to Borrowed Bites for the recipe.
Easy Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
Huli huli chicken from Keto Focus is a sweet and tangy marinade that creates the perfect glaze for grilled chicken.
This homemade grilled jerk chicken recipe from Carne Diem uses a flavorful marinade of allspice, scotch bonnet, brown sugar, rum, seasonings and spices.
Gai Yang Thai Grilled Chicken
Enjoy the Thai street food experience with Gai Yang Thai–grilled chicken with authentic flavors from Isaan cuisine. Thanks to Simply Suwanee for sharing the recipe.
BBQ Chicken Salad
If you’d like to mix in a few vegetables with your grilling favorites, how about this mouthwatering BBQ Chicken Salad with blue cheese crumbles and Buttermilk Jalapeno Ranch. Thanks to Whip and Wander for sharing her amazing recipe.
Chimichurri Chicken
These smoky grilled chicken thighs topped with homemade zesty chimichurri sauce are a quick and easy meal, ready in just 40 minutes! Thanks to The Endless Meal for sharing the recipe.
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Herbed Spice Rub
The dry herb and spice rub soaks into these chicken thighs, giving them a juicy, meaty and flavorful bite.
Hatch Chile Grilled Chicken Wings
These grilled chicken wings are remarkably flavorful, seasoned with Hatch chiles, they're not too fiery, and the creamy hatch chile dipping sauce is irresistible.
Balsamic Marinated Chicken
Sweet, tangy balsamic marinated chicken from Pinch Me, I'm Eating is a juicy and mouthwatering dinner that requires just a few minutes of advance prep.
Grilled Mojo Marinated Chicken Leg Quarters
These Chicken leg quarters from Big Delicious Life are marinated in a fresh citrus, garlic and herb Cuban-style mojo marinade and perfectly grilled.
Grilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Cajun-style grilled boneless skinless chicken thighs have an amazing depth of flavor because the chicken is grilled and THEN submerged into a pantry sauce-marinade before being finished on the grill. Thanks to Lyn at A Sprinkling of Cayenne for the recipe.
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken from The Cookin' Chicks is a delicious, low-carb meal that packs a big flavor. With fresh tomatoes, garlic, balsamic, and Italian seasoning,
The Best Grilled Chicken Wings
These wings are incredibly simple to make– just pat dry, toss in the flavorful dry rub and throw on the grill. This crispy, tender, juicy wings recipe courtesy of Christina at Simple Everyday Recipes.
Grilled Monterey Chicken (a twist on the Chili's classic)
Grilled Monterey Chicken from Out Grilling is loaded with smoky bbq flavors, melted cheese and topped with a delicious black bean salsa.
The Best Grilled Chicken Legs
This grilled chicken legs recipe from Chew Out Loud features an amazing sauce that makes the drumsticks juicy and flavorful.
Cheesy Grilled Chicken Margherita
You'll love this tender, juicy chicken breast paired with garlicky sauce, pesto, jammy tomatoes, and melty mozzarella for an easy dinner from Sustainable Cooks.
Grilled Lemon Pepper Wings ⋆
From Deb's Daily Dish, these wings are seasoned with a simple lemon pepper marinade sauce and dry rub. Serve with a homemade lemon aioli dipping sauce.
Smoked Meat Recipes
Whether you use a water smoker, a charcoal or gas grill or your favorite Traeger pellet smoker, RecTeq or Big Green Egg, these smoked meat recipes are worth every smoky, savory morsel. Choose from briskets and ribs to lightly smoked chops and chicken legs. If you crave smoke, these smoked meat and poultry recipes are for you.
Authentic Texas Barbecue Smoked Brisket Recipe
One third of the “holy barbecue trinity” is beef brisket and this Texas Smoked Brisket from my friends at House of Nash Eats is everything you want a brisket to be. Using a wood or pellet smoker, they’ll take you through the steps to make this juicy, meaty mouthwatering cut.
Perfectly smoked beef ribs
Craving some Perfectly Smoked Beef Ribs this Labor Day? I’m sure you will be after getting a gander at these from Berry & Maple. Meaty, tender and unctuous, Tatiana used her electric smoker for these brontosaurus-sized behemoths, but you can achieve similar perfection on your Traeger or charcoal smoker. This is one of my favorite Summer BBQ ideas.
Lightly Smoked Grilled Veal Chops
Herb crusted veal chops get a light kiss of smoke for while grilling to a perfect medium doneness. Though we usually like our meat cooked to medium-rare, veal requires a little more time, otherwise it can be chewy.
Smoked Brisket Flat (The Ultimate Guide)
For melt-in-your-mouth results, use this recipe from my friends at Platter Talk to make the ultimate Smoked Brisket Flat.
Smoked Turkey Breasts
With a simple rub and a pellet smoker, this smoked turkey breast is an easy and delicious way to cook turkey. It stays juicy and tender, too. Perfect for sandwiches or as a healthier protein with your favorite Labor Day sides.
Smoked Pork Butt
This whole smoked pork shoulder (a.k.a. Boston butt) is mopped with Carolina style mop sauce. This is THE thing to make a proper pulled pork sandwich and this very economical cut feeds a crowd.
Smoked Chicken Leg Quarters
Smoked Chicken Leg Quarters from This Ole Mom look positively succulent. She uses some ready made rubs and seasonings along with apple wood pellets for amazing results.
Kansas City Smoked Spareribs
Kansas City style smoked pork spareribs are a thing of beauty. Seasoned with Kansas City dry rub, slathered with BBQ sauce and sliced into portions that show off a pink smoke ring. Serve it with this tangy no-mayo cilantro lime slaw.
The BEST Traeger Smoked Pork Chops
Smoked Pork chops are always a hit for cookouts and these stay moist and tender thanks to a simple dry brine.
Brined Smoked Turkey Recipe
Don't wait for Thanksgiving for turkey. Make a whole smoked turkey for your friends and family, but serve it with traditional cookout sides like BBQ Baked Beans and Grilled Vegetable Salad with Orzo Pasta,
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs
From 2 Cookin' Mamas: boneless chicken thighs are stuffed with fresh jalapeno peppers and cream cheese, then wrapped in bacon and smoked. OMG!!!
Smoked BBQ Chicken
The secret to smoked BBQ chicken that stays juicy and tender is a simple brine, which keeps the meat moist and delicious. Use your favorite BBQ sauce to finish the smoked chicken pieces.
Tender Hickory-Smoked Ribs
Smoking pork spareribs with hickory wood gives them a tummy rumbling aroma and incredible flavor. Use a standard BBQ rub for this and your favorite homemade or storebought BBQ sauce. We've smoked these on water smokers, kettle grills and gas grills, all to wonderful results.
Caribbean Jerk Smoked Pork
Add a spicy Caribbean flair to your Labor Day cookout with this Jerk Smoked Pork. This recipe has 2 ingredients, pork shoulder and jerk rub -- and we recommend a store-bought brand that tastes as authentic as if you were in Jamaica. Makes the best sandwiches with Southern coleslaw.
Chicago Style Smoked Rib Tips
Instead of giant slabs of ribs these bite-sized wonders are the leftover pieces of meat and cartilage trimmed from the bottom of spare ribs which trimming into St. Louis style ribs. Who knew??? Thanks to Carne Diem for sharing this recipe.
Smoked Beer Can Chicken
Smoked beer can chicken has a WOW factor that can't be denied–and it couldn't be simpler to make. You can do 1, 2, 3 or more whole chickens at a time, depending on the size of your grill.
Smoked Pork Belly Strips (How to Smoke Pork Belly)
Erin from Platings and Pairings says Smoked Pork Belly Strips are the only thing better than bacon! Seasoned with an easy dry rub, the pork is cooked low and slow until it’s tender, juicy, and melts in your mouth.
Smoked Spatchcock Chicken (Moist and Flavorful)
Spatchcocking means removing the backbone, so the yardbird smokes faster and is more evenly penetrated with smoke. Thanks to Sharon at Grits and Pinecones for her recipe.
Smoked Chicken Wings
A sure-fire way to please a crowd are these smoked chicken wings from Kristin at The Cookin' Chicks. They make a delicious appetizer or main course.
Smoked BBQ Baby Back Ribs
When craving baby back ribs, these smoked beauties from The Cookin' Chicks will satisfy that itch. Check out their easy recipe.
Ren-Fest Style Smoked Turkey Legs
These flavorful BBQ turkey legs are injected with an apple cider brine, generously seasoned and then smoked until the turkey meat is fall apart tender. Thanks to Chris at Carne Diem for the recipe.
Grilled Fish and Shellfish
Ready to elevate your cookout with seafood? This grilled fish and shellfish recipe collection offers simple, delicious options anyone can master. Whether you’re craving juicy crab legs, tender oysters, or perfectly grilled fish, these recipes are your go-to for fresh, flavorful seafood ready for the grill.
Grilled Clams with Garlic Parmesan Basil Butter
Grilled Clams with Garlic Parmesan Basil Butter from Kellie at the Suburban Soapbox are perfectly prepared briny, juicy morsels. She uses foil packets to cook the shrimp and save the luscious broth.
The Best Whole Grilled Branzino with Salsa Verde
Grilled Branzino with salsa verde is a healthy, flavorful way to prepare fish. Natalie Marble Cooks shares her method here.
Mardi Gras Grilled Oysters
These grilled oysters on the halfshell with a buttery Cajun sauce are fun and deliciously easy to slurp.
How To Cook King Crab Legs (4 ways)
Traci from The Kitchen Girls knows how to cook King Crab -- one of her methods is GRILLED! She even makes the garlic butter for dipping on the grill. Traci is BOSS!
Grilled Squid and Vegetables with Lemon Dressing
Calamari doesn't have to be deep-fried. This grilled squid recipe from Delightful Plate gives a healthier alternative with a rainbow of veggies.
Mahi Mahi Sandwich (a Florida Keys favorite)
Grilled mahi mahi fillets make the best fish sandwiches. Simply dressed with tartar sauce, lettuce and tomato on a lightly toasted bun, these are perfect for Labor Day cookouts.
Grilled Tuna Steaks
Marissa at Pinch and Swirl knows how to make perfectly seared tuna a buttery red interior. The sesame soy dipping sauce makes this seafood shine.
Easy Grilled Mackerel
Bintu at Recipes From A Pantry shows us how to grill mackerel to get a crispy skin and tender flesh. You'll love it with Green Goddess Dressing.
Caribbean Grilled Yellowtail Snapper
Marinated and grilled yellowtail snapper with a garlicky aioli is a flavorful island-style meal that's a bit of a showstopper. The fiery Caribbean marinade gives the fish a spicy, tangy bite you'll love.
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce
Simply grilledand paired with lemon butter and capers takes salmon to another level. This recipe is courtesy of Platings and Pairings.
Grilled Seafood Boil Foil Packets
These seafood foil packets with shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes are seasoned boldly and cook up quickly on the grill. Thanks to Marlynn at Urban Bliss Life for sharing the recipe.
Cajun Grilled Salmon with Cucumber Lime Salsa
Grilled salmon is always a winner, and this Cajun version with fresh cucumber salsa is delightfully zippy. Thanks to Linda at 2 Cookin' Mamas for sharing her recipe.
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Bacon-wrapped shrimp from Kelly Neil can be an appetizer or main course for your Labor Day celebration.
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail
Skip the store-bought rings of sad, watery shrimp and grill your own shrimp cocktail. These juicy shellfish are plump and delicious. We even have a simple homemade sinus-clearing cocktail sauce.
Perfect 15-Minute Grilled Halibut with Peach Salsa
This flavorful grilled halibut is tender and moist. You'll love the flavorful peach salsa too. Recipe via A Taste For Travel.
Garlic & Herb Grilled Lobster
The secret to this grilled lobster is blanching the shellfish first. Serve it with a garlic Herb Butter for a celebratory meal. Thanks to Earth Food and Fire for the recipe.
Chargrilled Oysters
Inspired by Dragos famous Chargrilled Oysters in New Orleans, this recipe is easy to make and very popular amongst home cooks.
Blackened Grouper Sandwich Recipe
Caroline at Pinch Me I'm Eating puts a Cajun flair on this grouper sandwich and the grill gives it a great blackened crust.
Grilled Red Snapper Escovitch
Served with a traditional Caribbean Escovitch sauce this grilled red snapper from Carne Diem brings spice and flavor to dinner.
Grilled Barramundi with Radishes
From Life As A Strawberry comes this healthy grilled Barramundi with vibrant green radish top pesto and grilled radishes. It's as tasty as it is visually appealing.
Grilled Octopus
Octopus on a grill takes on a smoky, meaty quality. This simple version is served with lemon and fresh herbs. It's delicious with garlicky braised kale with white beans and tomatoes.
Grilled Branzino with Lemon Caper Sauce
Branzino with lemon-caper sauce is an impressive dish because of the presentation–a whole grilled fish. This recipe from Delightful Plate makes it easy.
Easy Grilled Salmon with Corn Salsa
Use a whole side of salmon for this delicious fish dinner. Topped with corn salsa, cilantro and cotija, this recipe from Life As A Strawberry is a wow-zer.
Grilled Swordfish Steaks with Olive Relish
Swordfish is thick and solid, behaving more like a steak than delicate fish. It's easy to grill and perfect with grilled veggies and a briny olive relish.
Lemon Garlic Salmon
Grilled salmon with a simple lemon garlic sauce is a quick and easy Labor Day meal that goes great with your favorite sides. Thanks to The Cookin' Chicks for the recipe.
Calamari, Avocado and Grapefruit Bruschetta
Grilled calamari tossed with fresh veggies and a simple dressing go perfectly atop crunchy grilled bruschetta. We serve these bruschetta as an appetizer with an aperitif.
Grilled Lobster Tails
Jessica from Savory Experiments says you can make this grilled lobster in 20 minutes. She serves hers with a rich lemon garlic butter.
Grilled Kabob Ideas
Threading meat and/or veggies onto a skewer to grill is a fun, festive and tasty way to feed a group. You can pre-stack the kebabs or have your friends assemble their own to get what they like. These easy kebab recipes will inspire you.
Adana Kebab Recipe (Turkish Ground Lamb Kebabs)
Faith at An Edible Mosaic shares her Adana Kebab, a popular Turkish dish, is comprised of seasoned ground lamb that’s skewered and grilled over charcoal.
Sosaties (South African lamb and apricot kebabs)
My friend, Caroline, from Caroline’s Cooking shared these Sosaties (South African Lamb and Apricot Kebabs) from her international foods website. The tongue-tingling marinade includes ginger, cumin, curry, apricot jam and tangy wine vinegar for a deliciously different take on kebabs.
Grilled Hawaiian Turkey Kabobs
Healthy and light, these Gluten-Free Grilled Hawaiian Turkey Kabobs are a great way to stick to a healthier eating plan while still enjoying your holiday grilling celebrations. Thanks to My Gluten Free Kitchen for sharing her rainbow-of-a-recipe.
Grilled Squid Hotdog Skewer - Unique Snack
This might be better suited for a spooky Halloween recipe post, but I had to share! These calamari wrapped hotdogs are super creative, if not a bit freaky. Thanks to Much Butter for sharing.
Grilled Pineapple Chicken Kabobs With Teriyaki Sauce
These grilled pineapple chicken kabobs from Killing Thyme are salty, sweet, fruity and tropical with a https://www.fromvalerieskitchen.com/pineapple-chicken-kabobs/teriyaki sauce that elevates them to the next level.
Lime Chili Chicken Skewers
Savory and flavorful, these Lime Chili Chicken Skewers via The Organic Kitchen have a balanced blend of spices and heat with a little lime juice for tender, meaty chicken skewers.
Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers
These gorgeous veggie skewers are what they mean by "eat the rainbow" don't you think? Thanks to Jessica from The Forked Spoon for sharing her recipe.
Pineapple Chicken Kabobs
These Hawaiian-inspired Pineapple Chicken Kabobs from Valerie's Kitchen are glazed with a tropical basting sauce and grilled until tender and caramelized.
Grilled Steak Kabobs with Cilantro Chimichurri
These Grilled Steak Kabobs with Cilantro Chimichurri are more than just meat. Interspersed between the chunks of beef are slices of zucchini and red onion for a complete meal via Lemons and Zest.
Curry Chicken Skewers (EASY 30-Minute Recipe)
Marinate the chicken in the simple curry marinade the night before to give these chicken skewers an opportunity to soak up the flavors. Thanks to Erin at Platings and Pairings for sharing her recipe.
Shrimp Kabobs with Creamy Avocado Sauce
Shrimp Kebabs with Creamy Avocado Sauce from Shadi at Unicorns In The Kitchen has a really simple marinade for these gorgeous kebabs and the creamy avocado sauce is ready in minutes!
Lamb Kebab with Sesame Sauce
Erin from Platings and Pairings shares her recipe for grilled lamb kebabs. The simple lamb marinade includes plenty of garlic, cumin and lemon for a punch of Mediterranean flavor.
Mexican Chicken Skewers with Rice and Picante Salsa
These gorgeous Mexican Chicken Skewers via My Kitchen Sanctuary are marinated in a honey and fajita spice. The easy recipe also includes a homemade picante and cilantro lime rice.
Grilled Sausage Kabobs Recipe
This kabob recipe couldn't be easier with just a few veg, packaged smoked sausage and Creole seasoning. Thanks to Drug Store Divas for sharing the recipe.
Grilled Greek Chicken Kabobs
If you love Greek flavors, you’ll wanna try these Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers via Saving Room For Dessert. With plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs, silky olive oil and tons of garlic, this yogurt-based marinade infuses all your favorite chicken pieces with the intense Greek flavors you’re craving.
Grilled Herb-Crusted Lamb Kebabs
These marinated Grilled Herb Crusted Lamb Kebabs are juicy, meaty and tender. They're also quick and easy to make. Delicious served with saffron rice or a mixed vegetable medley, this meal is a great way to toast the end of summer.
Healthy Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Kabobs
These Mediterranean Chicken Kabobs are a feast for the eyes and palate. Elysia from Haute & Healthy Living, pairs them with warm pita, rice and tzatziki.
Easy Cilantro Lime Grilled Fish Kebab Recipe
Swordfish is a perfect fish gor grilling, because its firm flesh won't flake or fall apart on the barbecue. These simple fish kebabs are simply seasoned and delicious.
Greek Grilled Chicken
Cynthia from What A Girl Eats shares her Greek Chicken Skewers with a tangy lemon garlic, oregano mariande
Pinchos (Puerto Rican Chicken Skewers)
Alpana from Gypsy Plate makes these Pinchos for a crowd. They're simple to make with island spices and BBQ sauce.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze
These skewered shrimp with sweet and tangy pineapple glaze are delicious over steamed Jasmine Rice or aromatic Saffron Rice.
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Satay is a different sort of kebab, an Indonesian dish of marinated chicken strips, threaded onto wooden skewers and grilled. The grilled chicken is served wtih a tangy, rich peanut sauce and cucumber avocado relish.
Beef Shish Kabob
From Gypsy Plate, these nearly effortless beef kabobs are a must for anyone aspiring to the title of “grill master”. Now’s your chance to join the ranks…
Amazing Grilled Vegetable Kabobs Recipe
Nothing could be simpler or healthier than grilled vegetables. Sharon from Grits and Pinecones shows us the easy method for these Grilled Vegetable Kabobs.
BBQ Sausage Kebabs
We love the double-skewer method for these BBQ Sausage Kebabs, which holds everything in place without spinning or shifting. Thanks to Scott at I'd Rather Be A Chef for sharing his method.
Grilled Steak Recipes
Want to grill the perfect steak? These easy, flavor-packed recipes will always guide you to juicy, tender results. Whether you’re into classic cuts or experimenting with bold marinades, you’ll find the tips and tricks to make your steak the star of the cookout with these standout recipes.
Flat Iron Steak with Citrus Salsa
This Flat Iron Steak with Citrus Salsa is all about fresh vibrant flavors and grilled meaty goodness. The recipe, courtesy of Renee’s Kitchen Adventures is a simple and straightforward grilled beef recipe — exactly what we want for the last weekend of summer!
Picanha Steak
Have you ever tried a Picanha Steak? This easy recipe uses the Picanha cut sirloin cap to achieve that telltale look. Thanks to Sunday Supper Movement for sharing her Picanha Steak Recipe.
Beef Steak Fajitas
Fajitas anyone? This recipe comes from Much Butter and we love it. These steak fajitas start with a savory dry rub. Grill the meat to your desired doneness and top with grilled onions and peppers on flour tortillas.
Perfectly Grilled London Broil!
Nothing could be easier than a simple marinade, right? This rosemary, honey and soy marinade from Sharon at Grits and Pinecones, has a hefty dose of chopped garlic as well — you gotta love THAT. Sharon recommends soaking the beef for a day before cooking the Marinated Grilled London Broil.
Carne Asada
This Easy and Authentic Carne Asada recipe from Marisa at Pinch and Swirl looks better than it has a right to! The garlicky, citrusy, smoky marinade penetrates the skirt steak for a sensory experience that’ll make your eyes roll back in your head in anticipation. Try this grilled beef recipe for your end of summer BBQ.
Asian BBQ Steak
We love the ginger, honey and soy sauce that season this Asian-influenced grilled sirloin. Thanks to Jessica at Savory Experiements for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Tenderloin with Garlic Herb Butter - A+ for Company
Liz from That Skinny Chick Can Bake makes a beautifully grilled tenderloin with garlic butter. She wraps her filets in bacon to keep them moist on the grill.
Grilled New York Strip Steak with Chermoula
Marinate strip steaks in smoky chermoula marinade and top the grilled steaks with the herbaceous chermoula. Great with grilled veggies on the side.
Grilled Steak with Beer Marinade and Salsa Fresca
Beer and balsamic marinated steaks with a simple salsa fresca elevate this beefy dinner—recipe courtesy of A Taste for Travel.
Bourbon Marinated Grilled Flank Steak
A simple brown sugar bourbon marinade gives lean beef flank steak tons of flavor. Leftovers make delicious sandwiches.
Balsamic Whiskey Sirloin Steak Marinade
A flavorful marinade can really add depth to sirloin steak, and this one from Savory Experiments combines two flavor powerhouses: balsamic vinegar and Whiskey. Wow!
Filet Mignon with Goat Cheese Sauce
This grilled steak recipe elegantly uses filet mignon with a creamy goat cheese sauce and Grand Marnier sauteed peppers. Thanks to Carne Diem for the recipe.
Pesto Steak (Grilled Flank Steak with Burrata & Pesto)
This glorious grilled flank steak is served with a bevy of fresh summer flavors, including pesto and corn with creamy burrata cheese. Thanks to Erin from Platings and Pairings for sharing her recipe.
Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich Recipe with Caramelized Onions
Sliced grilled ribeye steaks make the best sandwiches. This behemoth from Lindsay at Pinch Me I'm Eating.
Southwestern Salad with Grilled Steak
This meaty grilled steak salad with a Cumin Honey Lime Dressing, jammy eggs, corn off the cob, sliced cucumber, canned black beans, sliced avocado and crumbles of cheese make an impressive platter to serve a crowd.
Carne Asada Tacos
Grilled Carne Asada tacos are tender, meaty and delicious with grilled avocados, queso fresco, pickled onions and fresh salsa.
Steak and Zucchini with Whipped Feta
Erin from Platings and Pairings serves her grilled flank steak with grilled zucchini and whipped feta for a complete meal. Get the mouthwatering recipe.
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos
Making tacos with grilled flank steak instead of ground beef, is the Pro-Tip we should all heed from The Dizzy Cook.
Easy Marinated Rib-Eye and Veg
Marinated Ribeye grilled to a perfect medium rare and accompanying grilled vegetables is a quick and easy way to cap off the summer holidays.
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I love your recipes and have been following you for quite some time. How can I save the 107 summer bbq ideas for your Labor Day traditions to my Lisa Board on Pinterest?
So many delicious-looking recipes to choose from! And if not this year, will have to add some to next year’s grilling (since I’m not one for grilling in the snow 😉 )
My oh my! What a fabulous round up! I sure hope the weather is nice this weekend so I can get grilling! And, if not, no worries because these recipes look waaaaay too yummy not to make! Thanks so very much for including me in this one, Lisa – much appreciated 🙂
I honestly had to wipe the drool off my keyboard! This is truly an amazing round up! I found so many recipes that I can’t wait to try – and now with a major carnivore living in my house, I need all the creative grilling/bbq ideas I can get! Can’t wait to share!!! Thanks so much for including me!!!!!
So glad you like the collection, Nancy! Hope you have a great Labor Day Weekend!
Lisa…this roundup is over the top! Thank you SO much for including 🙂 Every one of these recipes matches the beauty and integrity of your creations, which is no easy feat. Nice job, girl! Sharing!
Thank you, Traci! I’m getting HUNGRY!