After long shifts at the hospital, the last thing I want is to turn on the oven and sweat even more (been there, regretted that).
That’s why we basically live outside in the summer, grill tongs in one hand and a cold drink in the other.
And the best part? Grilled food always feels special—even if it’s just Tuesday.
I still remember one Friday last summer—Matthew came home with a tray of marinated chicken, and our little one ran outside yelling, “We’re having fire meat again!”
(Which, okay, sounds intense, but it was ADORABLE.)
We set up the sprinkler, popped open a bag of chips, and dinner basically cooked itself.
That’s the magic of summer grilling.
It’s low-effort, high-reward, and full of flavor you just can’t fake indoors.
So we put together 15 of the most-loved, most-searched, totally drool-worthy grilling recipes your Pinterest board NEEDS this summer.
Trust me, you’re gonna love EVERY. SINGLE. BITE.
(And yes, we’re including our beloved bang bang chicken skewers—because duh.)
Let’s fire it up.
15 Summer Grilling Recipes
There’s just something about grilled food that makes everything taste like summer—a little smoky, a little charred, and a whole lotta delicious.
It’s not just about the food either.
It’s the sound of the sizzle, the scent of garlic and herbs hitting hot grates, and those casual “come hang on the patio” dinners that somehow turn into the best memories.
(Honestly, our favorite family stories are usually shared between burger flips and bites of corn on the cob.)
So if you’ve been craving low-effort, high-reward meals that bring people together and taste like sunshine on a plate—this list is for you.
We rounded up the grilling recipes everyone’s searching for, and they’re perfect for busy weeknights, laid-back weekends, or full-on backyard feasts.
Chicken Souvlaki Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce
"These Chicken Souvlaki Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce are tender, juicy and bursting with flavor. Winner, winner, backyard BBQ dinner!"
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Grilled Chili Lime Honey Butter Corn on the Cob
"Grilled Chili Lime Honey Butter Corn on the Cob – Jazz up your BBQ with perfectly grilled sweet kernel corn slathered with a mouthwatering flavored butter."
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Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Salsa
"Grilled Salmon Tacos with Avocado Salsa are a fresh and healthy way to remix your Taco Tuesday! Try these for a yummy weeknight dinner."
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Grilled Teriyaki Pork Kabobs
"Marinated pork tenderloin, fresh pineapple, bell pepper, and red onion are the perfect summer combination. Throw these Teriyaki Pork Kabobs on the grill for an easy and quick weeknight meal."
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Grilled Zucchini With Ricotta & Walnuts
"Prepare to have all of your friends copy you."
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Grilled Pork Skewers with Balsamic Marinade
"Fire up the grill for tasty Grilled Pork Skewers! Pork tenderloin gets its flavor from a Balsamic Marinade with soy sauce, garlic, and spicy seasonings!"
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Grilled Portobello Mushroom Pizzas
"This playful, gluten-free twist on grilled pizza replaces the crust with portobello mushroom caps. Have fun letting everyone put their own toppings on these adorable grilled mushroom pizzas."
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Grilled Cauliflower Recipe
"This teriyaki grilled cauliflower recipe uses a simple marinade to make vegan cauliflower steaks. Delicious grilled recipe for summer!"
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Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad
"Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad: takes little effort, comes together quickly…colorful, almost no-cook, and so delicious! Perfect for the 4th!!"
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Grilled Peaches
"Cinnamon and brown sugar grilled peaches with ice cream, granola & fresh mint. Grilled peaches make for a great dessert with little fuss and lots of flavor."
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Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers
"These Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers are a quick and easy recipe packed with so much delicious flavor. They are so light & fresh!"
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Grilled Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers with Pistachio Pesto
"My all time favorite grilled vegetable skewers served with grilled halloumi cheese and pistachio pesto! Makes the best summer meal ever."
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Grilled Lemon Shrimp with Pesto Couscous
"This grilled shrimp couscous is a lovely weeknight summer meal! Grilled lemon shrimp with a kick is served over couscous tossed with basil pesto and a spritz of fresh lemon. Easy, delicious and comes together quickly!"
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Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
"Nothing beats this easy Grilled Chicken Drumsticks recipe. Classic flavor, crispy tender, fall off the bone chicken legs prepped in 5 minutes."
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Grilled Watermelon
"Smoky, sweet, and juicy grilled watermelon garnished with lime, mint, and a drizzle of honey! This simple side dish is a summer favorite!"
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