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21 Must Try Summer Grilling Recipes

July 14, 2020

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Grilling out is a quintessential summertime activity and these 21 Must Try Summer Grilling Recipes are perfect for any summer dinner!

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Grilling out is one of the best things about summer! The grill can transform bland chicken, boring veggies and often tough cuts of beef into tasty, tender delicious dishes!

Over the years we have shared many (many!) grilling recipes here on Kitchen Concoctions. Lots of grilled chicken recipes, many variations of kebabs and even some grilled dessert recipes.

Each recipe delicious in its own right and perfect for summers spent in the backyard grilling. Over the years we’ve even included a handful of “foil dinners” that can be cooked on a grill or campfire, since camping is another huge summertime activity!

Today we are sharing our 21 Must Try Summer Grilling Recipes that are ideal for this time of year. In addition to sharing some of our best grilling recipes, we’ve included some basic grilling tips and some highly recommended grilling equipment to help ensure you have the most success the next time you fire up the grill!

Quick Grilling Tips:

  1. Always oil your grill grates before adding your food (see below). 
  2. Always make sure the grill thermometer reaches 400 degrees Fahrenheit before adding your food. If the grill is too hot when you add your meat, the outside of the meat will burn before the inside is cooked through. 
  3. Make sure you have proper tools and equipment to cook with (see below). 
  4. Use the right type of coal (see below). 
  5. Let your meat rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the natural juices settle into the meat. 
  6. Allow enough time for your meat to marinate. For beef, chicken, lamb and pork, at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours or overnight. However, fish and seafood should only be marinated for 30-60 minutes due to their delicate texture. 
  7. If using wooden skewers, make sure you soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before adding the food and placing on the grill. 
  8. Make sure it is not too windy and remove any potential fire hazards near the grill.

HOW TO OIL GRILL GRATES:

  1. After your grill is hot and ready for grilling, pour 2-3 tablespoons of a high temperature oil (corn, canola, peanut) into a small bowl. Using tongs, dip a bunched-up paper towel into the corn oil. Using caution, carefully wipe the oil coated paper towel over grill grates. 
  2. Alternatively, you can wipe the oil coated paper towel over the grill grates BEFORE lighting the grill. After oiling the grill, light the grill and allow the oil to burn off. This method will still help prevent food from sticking.

What type of coal should I use for grilling?

We recommend using lump charcoal instead of charcoal briquettes, as lump charcoal is pure wood and there are additives used in the process of making charcoal briquettes. Also, lump charcoal will last longer and burn hotter.

Recommended Grilling Tools:

Rapidfire Chimney Starter – A chimney starter will quickly heat charcoal for cooking. 

Meat Thermometer – We highly recommend having a digital meat thermometer on hand to check that your meat is cooked thoroughly. 

Heat Resistant Oven Mitts – A heat resistant oven mitt is essential for grilling as it can handle temperatures up to 500 degrees. 

Grilling Tongs and Spatulas – Grilling tongs and spatulas tend to be more heavy duty than traditional kitchen tongs and spatulas and are longer too – typically between 12-16 inches long- which means you don’t have to be right up on the grill to reach the food to flip it. 

Metal Barbecue Skewer –  These metal skewers are essential if you love making grilled kebobs! Not only can these be washed and used over and over again, you don’t have to worry about pre-soaking them or them breaking, like you have to do with wooden skewers. 

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And without further ado, here are the best grilling recipes for summer!

Best Summer Grilling Recipes

Grilling out is a quintessential summertime activity and these 21 Must Try Summer Grilling Recipes are perfect for any summer dinner!

Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

An easy and affordable dinner recipe, this Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken is tender and juicy making it perfect for summer grilling!

Grilled Spicy Peach Glazed Chicken Wings

Add a pop of flavor to your summertime grilling routine with this recipe for Grilled Spicy Peach Glazed Chicken Wings!

Grilled Lamb Meatballs

Tender and flavorful, this recipe for Grilled Lamb Meatballs are a great change to your typical backyard barbecue dinner spread.

Grilled Honey Balsamic Ribs

Warmer weather is here and that means it’s time to get outdoors, fire up the grill and make my tender and flavorful Grilled Honey Balsamic Ribs!

Grilled Lemon Lime Chicken

Looking for a no fail chicken marinade recipe? My juicy and flavorful Grilled Lemon Lime Chicken will be your new go to summer dinner!

Campfire Meatballs

These Italian style all beef meatballs are cooked in foil packets on the grill or campfire.

Grilled Peach Sundaes with Sticky Sweet Caramel Sauce

Juicy fresh peaches are grilled to perfection and topped with ice cream, toasted pecans, buttery cookies whipped cream and a smoky caramel sauce.

Grilled Marinated Pork Loin and Texas Peaches

Looking for a restaurant quality meal that you can make in the comfort of your own home? Try this simple summer recipe for Grilled Marinated Pork Loin and Texas Peaches!

Spicy Grilled Hot Dogs with Bacon Corn Relish

These Spicy Grilled Hot Dogs with Bacon Corn Relish are an amazing way to dress up boring store bought hot dogs!

Campfire Parmesan Popcorn

This Campfire Parmesan Popcorn recipe can be made over an open fire or grill and is the perfect late night snack to enjoy while hanging out under the stars.

Greek Chicken Kebabs with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

This recipe for grilled Greek Chicken Kebabs with homemade tzatziki sauce, is light and fresh – the perfect dinner for summer!

Hawaiian Hot Dogs

Add a little tropical flair to your next backyard barbecue with these Hawaiian Hot Dogs! These sweet and tangy hot dogs with a grilled pineapple mango relish are super easy to make and are perfect for summer!

Cajun Pork Burgers

These spicy Cajun Pork Burgers with homemade Remoulade Sauce will certainly be a crowd pleaser!

Grilled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Mint Chimichurri

Add some flare to your weekly backyard BBQ with this simple Grilled Lamb Shoulder Chops topped with a slightly spicy and easy Mint Chimichurri!

Buffalo Blue Cheese Veggie Burger with Crispy Fried Onions

Football season is here! Get tailgate ready with this fan favorite – Buffalo Blue Cheese Veggie Burger with Crispy Fried Onions! 

Grilled Steak with Corn and Green Chile Relish

Savor the last few weeks of summer by firing up the grill and whipping up this Grilled Steak with Corn and Green Chile Relish, full of fresh summer flavors! 

Grilled Black Pepper New York Strip with Blue Cheese Sauce

Seasoned steaks, grilled to perfection and topped with tangy blue cheese sauce. 

Crispy Jalapeno Ranch Black Bean Burgers

Gearing up for the big game? Score big with this fan favorite football food - vegetarian Crispy Jalapeno Ranch Black Bean Burgers!

Grilled Pound Cake with Lemon Honey Whipped Cream and Blueberry Compote

Nothing screams summer like firing up the grill! This Grilled Pound Cake with Lemon Honey Whipped Cream and Blueberry Compote is a refreshing treat and the perfect way to finish off a backyard barbecue!

Steak Fajita Kabobs

Whether at home or traveling, fire up the grill this summer and make these easy Steak Fajita Kabobs; perfect for entertaining or relaxing poolside.

Spicy Bar-B-Q Bacon Wrapped Chicken Kabobs

Plump chicken, smoky bacon and tender veggies coated in a spicy Bar-B-Q sauce and grilled to perfection.

If you liked these 21 Must Try Summer Grilling Recipes, then you’ll love these great grilling recipes from around the web: 

Grilled Sangria (via Girl Eats World)
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (via Stetted)
Oatmeal Cookie Grilled Peaches (via For the Love of Food)
Penne with Grilled Summer Squash and Corn (via Taste and Tell)
Grilled Peaches with Orange Blossom Syrup and Pistachios (via An Edible Mosaic)

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  1. Linda says

    July 20, 2020 at 11:10 pm

    Thank you for the share, Heather!

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