24 Best Grilling Ideas & Recipes

In my house, Memorial Day Weekend usually marks the beginning of the summer grilling season. Here are 24 of the best grilling ideas to keep you grilling all summer long.

In this recipe roundup you will find recipes for grilled sides and mains, as well as some delicious recipes for fun cocktails and tasty desserts. Click on the bulleted text to go directly to the recipes.

Best Grilled Sides

Great side dishes are a must when you are throwing a summer barbecue. Here you will find some healthy vegan and gluten-free options, as well as some really unique and creative recipes.

• Buffalo Corn on the Cob with Vegan Blue Cheese by Cadry’s Kitchen

• Grilled Broccoli Salad by Recipe from a Pantry

• Grilled Potatoes with Lemon Herb Sauce by Veggies Save the Day

• Easy Garlicky Grilled Polenta by She Loves Biscotti

• Grilled Goat Cheese Bruschetta by Savor with Jennifer

• Smoked Mac and Cheese by Cuts and Crumbles

Best Grilling Ideas for Mains

These recipes will make your barbecue truly unforgettable! I’ve included several must-haves like burgers and skewers, as well as some less traditional but equally yummy recipes.

• Lamb Tikka Skewers by Greedy Gourmet

• Grilled Scallops with Bourbon Sauce by Champagne Tastes

• Tropical Hot Dog Bar by View from the Great Island

• Asian Steak Stuffed Grilled Avocados by Running to the Kitchen

• The Best Marinated Steak Kabobs by Joyful Healthy Eats

• Grilled Halloumi and Avocado Salad by Cooking Journey

• Grilled Wine Can Chicken by Vindulge

• Boursin Burgers with with Crisp Prosciutto and Onion Jam by Frydae

• Vegan Grilled Tofu Skewers by Vibrant Plate

• Grilled Atlantic Lobster with Garlic Butter & Herbs by Earth, Food, and Fire

Best Grilled Desserts

Since you have the grill going, why not grill dessert as well? Here are some of the best grilling ideas to end your barbecue with a bang.

• Best Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar Rum Glaze by Curry Trail

• Grilled Peaches with Whipped Vanilla Bean and Honey Ricotta by Pina Bresciani

• Grilled Angel Food Cake with Strawberry Rhubarb Compote by NeighborFood

Best Cocktails

No grilling party is complete without something boozy. Here you will find cocktails using grilled ingredients and cocktails that are perfect for warm weather.

• Orange Pomegranate Sangria by Karen’s Kitchen

• Frozen Peach Bellini by Chef Not Required

• Grilled Watermelon Habanero Margarita by Easy Cooking with Molly

• Grilled Pineapple Margarita with Jalapeño by Platings and Pairings

Other Grilling Ideas by The Boozy Oyster

• Garlicky Grilled Shrimp
• Rhubarb & Rose Water Gin Spritz
• Coconut Mezcal Margarita
• Coconut Water, Lavender, & Blackberry Mocktail
• Strawberry Rosé Popsicles with Sake

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