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Your Ultimate BBQ Menu Planner with 170+ Recipes!

Published on July 22, 2018 by Elizabeth

A compilation of delicious BBQ recipes for all diets to help you plan the ultimate bbq menu. Includes 170+ colour coded appetisers, sides, mains, drinks & desserts for meat-eaters, vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diets.

Over 170 Recipes for Your BBQ Menu

With BBQ season in full swing, we’ve gathered together some of the best food blogger recipes we could find to help you plan your perfect BBQ menu.  We’ve got all kinds of appetisers, sides, main dishes, sauces, marinades, drinks and desserts – something for every taste and diet. With over 170 recipes in this menu planner, you’re bound to find some new family favourites!

Recipes are colour coded for each diet. Links in GREEN are suitable for vegetarians, while links in BURNT ORANGE are for meat-eaters. (GF) in gold after the recipe title indicates Gluten-Free while (V) in pink is for vegan.

To plan your ultimate BBQ, simply pick 1-2 recipes from each category and make sure you’re stocked up on charcoal!

Easy Bacon Halloumi Bites

Appetisers for the Ultimate BBQ

Easy Bacon Halloumi Bites (GF) – beautifully squeaky halloumi wrapped up in sultry salty bacon with little hints of black pepper & chives (pictured above).
Easy Grilled Polenta with Fresh Mozzarella and Balsamic Tomatoes (GF) – polenta is grilled, topped with creamy mozzarella, and heaped with balsamic tomatoes and basil.
Plank-grilled Blue Cheese Caprese (GF) – this combination of sweet tomatoes, savoury melted blue cheese and smoky grilled onions is simply divine!
The Best Pineapple Guacamole Recipe (GF) – a tropical twist on a classic appetiser.
Parsley & Lime Guacamole (GF, V) – a delicious parsley and lime guacamole recipe using finely chopped onions for a wonderful flavourful avocado-based dip.
7-Layer Black Bean Dip – an easy appetiser recipe featuring layers of simple Tex-Mex ingredients like refried black beans, seasoned sour cream, chunky avocado, cheddar and cotija cheese, pico de gallo, and black olives. 
Easy Italian Tomato Bruschetta (V) – a simple delicious healthy appetizer made with fresh tomatoes, basil, oregano and olive oil.
BBQ Bacon Mac & Cheese Waffle Cones – fun to eat for both kids and grownups,  and look cool displayed on a food table at parties!
Watermelon Pizza (GF, V) – looks great on the table and works as an appetizer for summer parties.

Roasted Garlic and Grilled New Potato Salad

Salads & Side Dish Recipes for the Ultimate BBQ Menu

Potato Salad Recipes

Roasted Garlic & Grilled Baby New Potato Salad (GF) – an easy yet flavoursome potato salad (pictured above).
Classic All American-Style Potato Salad (GF) – this creamy potato salad will become your favourite summer side dish!
Easy Instant Pot Potato Salad (GF)– this Instant Pot method of cooking the potatoes (and eggs TOGETHER) will win you over!
5-Ingredient Red Potato Salad – the summer version of a loaded baked potato. Serve with grilled chicken, fish or burgers.
Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon & Green Onions (GF) –  This is not your grandma’s potato salad.
Avocado Potato Salad (GF, V) – light and creamy, this avocado potato salad with spring onions and radishes, made with few simple and fresh ingredients.
Easy Red Potato Salad (GF) -so simple to make you’ll never buy store-bought potato salad again!

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German Potato Salad (GF, V) –  a fun addition to any summertime cookout!
BBQ Rib Potato Salad – serve as a main dish or as a side dish for more bbq ribs, chicken, or another bbq meat
Lemon Dill Potato Salad (GF, V) – a lighter mayo-free potato salad loaded with fresh herbs.
Bacon & Blue Cheese Potato Salad (GF) – an easy to make side dish that incorporates tasty flavours you don’t typically find in a potato salad.
Potato Salad to Feed a Crowd – always requested at BBQs and gatherings.
Hummus Potato Salad (GF, V) -full of crunchy vegetables and fresh herbs, it is made nut-free with hummus instead of mayo.
Paleo Loaded Roasted Potato Salad – packed with roasted potatoes, bacon, broccoli, and a lightly dressed with a spicy “cheesy” mayo.

Italian Pasta Salad

Pasta Salad Recipes

Hawaiian-Style Loaded Tuna Macaroni Salad -a requirement when you’re eating a classic Hawaiian plate lunch (two scoops of rice, macaroni salad and meat).
BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad – this pasta salad has it all, BBQ, ranch, tomatoes, avocados, corn and more!
Fast & Easy Pizza Pasta Salad – take the delicious flavours of a supreme pizza and brings them to the table in the form of a delicious pasta dish!
Italian Pasta Salad – packed full of deliciousness, this pasta salad will be a hit at your summer gatherings!
Ranch Pasta Salad (V) – easy to make and much healthier than those boxed pasta salads.
Amish Macaroni Salad (GF) – with its characteristically sweet creamy dressing, this macaroni salad is simply perfect for potlucks & backyard barbecues.

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BLT Pasta Salad – full of bacon, tomato, lettuce, pasta and more!
Creamy Bowtie Pasta Salad – serve with grilled pork chops and limeade for a taste of summer!
Macaroni Egg Salad – the best macaroni salad with eggs that you’re going to find!
Pesto Pasta Salad – made with flavorful pesto, spiral noodles, fresh mozzarella and juicy cherry tomatoes.
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad – as close to authentic Hawaiian Macaroni Salad as you’re going to get outside of the Islands.
Easy Broccoli Pasta Salad – your favourite broccoli salad combines with your favourite macaroni salad to create this flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled burgers!
Best Ever Macaroni Salad – made with sweetened condensed milk!

Purple Cauliflower Salad

Vegetable Salad Recipes

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Strawberries, Apple & Bacon (GF) – filled with veggies, fruit, and a super quick dressing it is a winner for any dinner party or summer cookout.
BLT Salad on a Stick with Homemade Avocado Dressing (GF) – creamy homemade avocado dressing drizzled over crisp butter lettuce, salty bacon and sweet juicy grape tomatoes.
Classic 3 Bean Salad (GF, V) – an easy recipe that can be made in advance and chilled.
Broccoli Salad (GF) – every potluck needs this Broccoli Salad on the table.
Zucchini Coleslaw (GF, V) – change things up a bit – and use up all that garden zucchini!
Zucchini Corn Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette (GF) – the perfect summer side dish to take to picnics.
Spicy Cucumber Salad (GF, V) – the perfect easy side dish for BBQ season.
Josh Wiener’s Moroccan Carrot Salad with Mint and Spices (GF, V) – perfect for a potluck or buffet. It tastes even better the second day, so it’s a great dish to make ahead for a crowd.
Creamy Cucumber Salad (GF) – a delicious blend of cucumbers and onions in a sweet, creamy sauce.
Easy Broccoli Slaw (GF, V) – it’s crunchy, creamy, and you only need six ingredients to make it.
German Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream Dressing (GF) – Gurkensalat in German, is a fresh and simple side dish featuring thinly sliced cucumbers in a sour cream and dill dressing.
Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Roasted Aubergines – made with roasted red peppers, feta cheese and fresh herbs.
Simple Corn Salsa (GF, V) – sweet corn and zingy red onions and peppers come together with an acidic citrus glaze.
Purple Cauliflower Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette (GF, V) – this is the salad that will keep you from snacking on junk food and feed your body well.

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Fruit Salad Recipes

Watermelon & Feta Cheese Salad (GF) -red juicy watermelon with sweet blueberries and tangy feta drizzled in lime dressing.
Pineapple Cucumber Salad (GF, V) – juicy and refreshing, this pineapple cucumber salad is a super healthy way to cool down this summer!
Watermelon, Feta & Pomegranate Summer Salad (GF) – the perfect balance of sweet/salty from the watermelon and feta combination, and creamy/zesty from the feta, pomegranate and mint.
Honey Lime Fruit Salad (GF) – a rainbow blend of fruit, mixed with a sweet and tart dressing.
Jerk Pulled Pork & Watermelon Salad – bring a taste of Aruba to your BBQ!

Meaty Salad Recipes

Amazing Whole 30 Chicken Salad (GF) – super easy, delicious and perfect for lunch or dinner.
7-Layer Salad – a childhood favourite.
BBQ Chicken Taco Bowls (GF) – the perfect combination of Mexican & summer BBQ flavours.
Hoppin John (GF) – made with black-eyed peas, this is a quick and hearty classic side full of flavour.
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad – full of fresh summer flavours and smoky BBQ sauce!

Mexican Street Corn

Grilled Vegetable Side Recipes

Grilled Vegetables with Lemon Thyme Butter (GF) – paleo friendly and whole30 compliant
Buffalo Corn-on-the-Cob with Vegan Blue Cheese (V) – this spicy side dish is a terrific addition to your barbecue or cookout.
Best Ever Mexican Grilled Corn (GF) –  not a 100% authentic Mexican grilled corn recipe, but healthier and great for the whole family to eat.
Grilled Okra (GF, V) – grilled okra is super easy, and super delicious
Grilled Veggies & Couscous with Orange-Balsamic Dressing (V) – delicious grilled veggies served over couscous with a sweet and tangy orange-balsamic dressing.
Eggplant & Zucchini Agrodolce (GF, V) – agrodolce is an Italian sweet and sour dressing, which is flavoured with herbs and garlic.
Halloumi-Stuffed Peppers (GF) – serve as a side or a main with a salad.
Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elote) (GF) – (pictured above) a creamy yoghurt and mayonnaise-based sauce with ancho, garlic, lime, cotija, and cilantro coats fresh, grilled sweet corn. A great side dish with a cumin-rubbed and grilled chicken breast or pork chop!
Grilled Potato Kebobs with Lemon & Garlic (GF) – potatoes speared on kebobs and grilled with a light lemony marinade and a vibrant yoghurt dipping sauce.
Grilled Pineapple (GF, V) – these pineapple steaks are incredibly easy and unbelievably delicious.
Grilled Cabbage with Asian Lime Dressing (GF, V) – you need a little oil so it doesn’t stick to the grill, and you need some seasoning to bring out the flavour and the cabbage’s natural sweetness.
How to Grill Corn on the Cob Seven Different Ways – plenty of inspiration here!
Grilled Asparagus with Garlic Lemon Aioli (GF) – a snap to throw together with simple pantry ingredients.

Carbohydrate Side Recipes

Moist & Fluffy Cornbread – the best cornbread recipe you’ll ever try!
Easy Garlicky Grilled Polenta (GF) – eat as is or top with some wonderful vegetables.
Katie’s Cornbread Casserole – a 5-ingredient side dish versatile enough to complement any meal.
Grilled Pizza with 15-Minute Pizza Dough Recipe for Two – this dough takes just 15 minutes to prepare and when grilled, tastes very close to a wood-fired pizza crust.
Blackberry Bacon & Basil Grilled Pizza – pizza deserves a spot on your summer meal rotation.

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Main Dish Recipes for your Ultimate BBQ Menu

Chicken & Turkey BBQ Recipes

Grilled Hawaiian Turkey Kebabs (GF) – perfect with jasmine rice.
Sweet n’ Sour Chicken Kebabs (GF) – add a little Asian flair to your grilling this summer with these kebabs.
3-Ingredient Chicken Wings Recipe – soy sauce, Italian dressing and brown sugar – that’s it!
Beer-basted BBQ Chicken -Chicken barbecued and basted with a butter, beer, rosemary and garlic sauce.
Spicy Honey Chicken (GF) – marinaded in a southwest chipotle paste and then basted with a honey-vinegar mixture during the grilling process for the perfect, crispy-sweet glaze!
Easy Grilled Chicken Breast with Buttermilk Marinade (GF) – chicken breast marinated in buttermilk, garlic, herb, spice marinade and grilled to perfection.
Balsamic Chicken Skewers (GF) – one of your must-try grilling recipes before the summer is over!

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas – something a bit different for the BBQ!
Khandeshi Fired Up Chicken (GF) – sit back and let this dish send you away to a region of India known for their spicy food.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken – an interesting balance of sweet and spicy (pictured above).
How to Grill Chicken Wings – everything you need to know.
Cornell Chicken Barbecue – the most famous State Fair food you’ve probably never heard of.
How to BBQ a Turkey (GF) – everything you need to know!
Simple Vietnamese Grilled Chicken – takes minutes to throw together and has SO much flavour!
Balsamic Grilled Caprese Chicken (GF) – enjoy summer’s tomato bounty with this tasty and juicy grilled chicken Caprese.

Salsa Verde Grilled Steak

Beef & Lamb BBQ Recipes

Grilled Baby Back Ribs with Coca-Cola Barbecue Sauce – spicy and sweet grilled baby back ribs with a Coca-Cola barbecue sauce.
Honey Mustard Sausage & Potato Skewers – a great family meal for a warm summer’s evening – the flavours are mild and very child-friendly.
Lamb Skewers with Cucumber Soured Cream Dip (GF) – packed full of spicy garlic Cajun flavour, grilled until lightly charred and served with a cool sour cream dip.
Asian Beef Marinated Kebabs – a combination of succulent meat, seasonal veggies, and mouthwatering marinade kabob-style.
Grilled Balsamic Herb Steak – BBQ goodness at its best.
Balsamic Jalapeno Grilled Tri-Tip – what summer nights and outdoor entertaining are made of.
Smoked Beef Brisket (GF) – mind-blowingly awesome brisket that is ridiculously tender, yet firm enough for slicing.
Mediterranean-Syle BBQ Koftas with Couscous & Baharat Yoghurt Dip – a simple Mediterranean-inspired BBQ meal made with plenty of fresh herbs.
Jerked Beef (GF) – a sweet and salty grilled delicacy that can be made with beef, pork or venison.
Baked or Barbecued Sticky Glazed Ribs – makes the most gloriously sticky ribs for a finger-licking meal.

Beef & Asparagus Kebabs

Lamb Leg Steaks in a Herb Marinade –  super quick and easy to prep and easy to transport to a picnic/bbq site.
Sugar Grilled Beef & Asparagus Kebabs – sweet and salty steak bites and fresh spring asparagus (pictured above).
Kebabs with Attitude – serve with a simple Tzatziki or plain yoghurt and chopped mint dip and enjoy!
Bacon & Blue Cheese Sliders – and a strawberry lemonade recipe too!
Salsa Verde Grilled Steak (GF) – take your barbecue up a notch and ditch the burgers for grilled steak with salsa verde.
BBQ Lamb Leg Steaks with Harissa & Mint (GF) – serve with a giant toasted couscous salad for delicious al fresco dining!

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Pork BBQ Recipes

Marinated Grilled Pork Chops –  a simple and flavorful marinade for the most tender and delicious pork chops you’ll ever have!
Grilled Sausage & Veggie Skewers with Pineapple BBQ Sauce – fresh vegetables, pineapple, and kielbasa sausage skewers brushed with a simple pineapple BBQ sauce.
Whiskey Apple Smoked Pork – serve with coleslaw on a bun.
Sweet & Sticky Chinese BBQ Pork – If you love sweet & sticky char siu, give this recipe a go!

Grilled Vietnamese Shrimp

Seafood BBQ Recipes

How to Grill a Lobster Tail (GF) – get the perfect lobster tail every time!
How to Grill a Whole Fish (GF) – lemons, limes and fresh herbs are stuffed into a whole red snapper and grilled for a succulent fish dinner.
Vietnamese Grilled Shrimps – shrimps marinated in lemongrass, fish sauce, spices and grilled till golden brown (pictured above).
Shrimp Boil in Foil (GF) – simple Cajun cuisine; grill on high heat for 15 minutes.
Buf-a-cue Shrimp – spicy buffalo-style mop sauce over grilled shrimp.
Grilled Swordfish with Fruit Salsa (GF) – peaches, tomatoes and avocados make the best fruit salsa for fish.
Grilled Key Lime Shrimp (GF) – a fast and easy dish that can be served as an appetizer or can be added as the protein to any main meal.
Citrus Marinated Shrimp Skewers (GF) – capture all the flavour without the mess!
Grilled Salmon with Cauliflower Rice (GF) – and how to to get those grill marks!
Cedar Planked Salmon with a Citrus Glaze – a delicious citrus-flavoured smoky salmon grilled on a cedar plank.
Grilled Salmon with Brown Butter Citrus Sauce (GF) – super easy and out-of-this-world delicious grilled salmon.
BBQ Salmon Parcels with New Potatoes, Asparagus Lemon & Thyme (GF) – a quick and easy recipe.

6-Ingredient Vegan Beetroot Falafel Burgers

Vegetarian BBQ Recipes

Carrot Hot Dogs (V) – leave the unhealthy mock meats at the store and slide a carrot between those buns instead!
White Bean Artichoke Burgers (GF, V) – perfect served with lots of gloriously green guacamole & a dribble of hot sauce!
Teriyaki Chickpea Beet Burgers (V) – 8-ingredients; can be grilled or cooked on your stove top.
Grilled Portabello Mushroom Tacos – Satisfying grilled portobello mushroom tacos that will even please the meat-eaters!
‘Honey’ BBQ Ribz (V) – made with seitan and a tangy, slightly sweet yet savoury BBQ sauce.
Vegan Chicken Salad with Pickles (GF, V) – easy to make, no cooking required, and packed with protein—dinner is served!
6-Ingredient Beetroot Falafel Burgers (V) – features ready to eat falafels with chickpeas, spices and coriander.

Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce

Rubs, Marinades, Sauces & Relishes

Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce (GF) – the best mustard based bbq sauce recipe you can find!
Homemade BBQ Sauce – perfect for all of your favourite bbq recipes!
Pork Chop Marinade (GF) – if you’re looking for a pork chop marinade that’s perfect for grilled pork chops or even baked pork chops, this is it!
The Best BBQ Dry Rub (GF, V) – Looking for a delicious go-to barbecue dry rub that doesn’t take a lot of prep? It’s here!
Dad’s Grilled Chicken Marinade – a family favourite recipe.
Ashton’s Jack Daniel’s BBQ Sauce – great for grilling ribs and pork.
Cherry Tomato Relish (GF, V) – simple and delicious.
5-Minute BBQ Sauce (GF) – sweet, sour and spicy!
Quick & Easy Sticky 5-Spice BBQ Sauce (GF, V) – a delicious thick BBQ sauce with a rich five spice flavour.

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Drinks

Non-alcoholic drinks for your Ultimate BBQ Menu

Strawberry Tea Punch – a perfectly-delicious, crowd-pleasing punch to serve up!
Strawberry Sun Tea – iced tea with added strawberries!
Fresh Lemonade – a low-cal alternative to traditional lemonade.
Homemade Frozen Lemonade – this is not a full slushie texture but rather a really frothy lemonade.
Cantaloupe Agua Fresco –  light and gently fruity, it’s a family-friendly drink perfect for a warm day.
Sparkling Watermelon Agua Fresco – a refreshing sugar-free drink.
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade – switch this recipe up using different frozen fruits.

Prosecco Slushies

Alcoholic Drinks for Your BBQ

Beach, Please Martini – Malibu coconut rum, peach schnapps and Cran-Pineapple juice.
Goombay Smash Cocktail – the sweet tastes of coconut, pineapple and oranges are blended with three different kinds of rum.
Lavender Lemon Gin & Tonic Granita Cocktail – a delicious combo of frozen dessert and refreshing cocktail all in one.
Watermelon Raspberry Fróse – a perfect chilled and frozen watermelon raspberry frosé cocktail with perfect summer flavours!
Orange Cranberry Sangria – a crowd pleaser for your next gathering with a hint of that tart cranberry.
Strawberry Basil Sangria – a perfect weekend beverage for adults.
Mixed Berry Prosecco Wine Slushies – (pictured above) this wine slushie drink recipe takes only 5 minutes to prepare and will help keep you cool on a hot day!
Sparkling Maple Orange Vodka Spritzer – a great drink to serve alongside heavier foods.
Misty’s Maui Mai Tais – enjoy a taste of the tropics!

Strawberry Shortcake with Balsamic & Black Pepper Syrup

BBQ Dessert Recipes

Strawberry Shortcakes with Balsamic Black Pepper Syrup – quick and easy strawberry shortcakes take no time to whip up!
Arnold Palmer Texas Sheet Cake – the classic tea and lemonade combination of the Arnold Palmer is now available in Texas sheet cake form.
Pistachio Gelato Pops (V) – made with a unique combo of ingredients that are sure to please everyone!
Grilled Pineapple with Pound Cake & Vanilla Ice Cream – sweet grilled pineapple over a slice of homemade pound cake, topped with vanilla ice cream, maple syrup and lemon zest.
Banana Split Grilled Dessert Nachos – all the beloved flavours of a classic banana split in a super-fun grilled dessert!
Summer Berry Trifle – layers of tangy whipped cream, tart lemon pound cake and gently cooked fresh berries come together for a pretty and delicious no-bake dessert.

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Caramel Apple-Pear Mason Jar Pies (GF) – all the summer flavours you love in personal size containers.
Grill-baked Blueberry Pie – bake fruit pies in your grill, just like an oven.
Strawberry & Blueberry ‘Cheese-like’ Cake (GF, V) – so luscious and creamy and yet this dessert is totally gluten and dairy free!
Grilled Pineapple Coconut Sundaes (GF, V) – juicy grilled pineapple topped with coconut ice cream, caramel sauce, and toasted coconut.
Strawberry Shortcake & Lemon Curd Parfait – strawberry shortcake parfaits layered with a bright, sweet & creamy lemon curd.
Strawberry Icebox Cake (GF) – a handful of ingredients, minimal prep, simple to make, and truly delicious!
Grilled Pineapple & Cinnamon Coconut Cream (GF, V) – tastes like pineapple upside down cake without the cake!
Gooey Chocolate S’mores Cupcakes – a graham cracker base, soft and decadent chocolate cake, gooey chocolate buttercream centre, and toasted marshmallow frosting.
Mawmaw’s Banana Pudding – an easy “no bake” type banana pudding that uses instant vanilla pudding, vanilla wafers, cool whip, sour cream and bananas to achieve cool, creamy deliciousness.

Over 170+ BBQ Recipes to help you plan the ultimate summer BBQ!

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  1. sam steven

    October 22, 2018 at 10:07 am

    These are so easy and sinfully delightful.

    Reply
  2. Debra

    August 22, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    Gonna try this bbq recipes this weekend for my husband.

    Hope he likes them, will try making different version of dishes will share the review soon.

    Reply
  3. Rosa holman

    July 30, 2018 at 6:32 pm

    truly fantastic! turned into simply looking for some thing like this however did no longer assume so many recipes, inspite of classes! i can surely attempt those recipes over the summer!!!! awesome collection of recipes! thank you a lot!

    Reply
  4. Choclette

    July 28, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Good grief Elizabeth, this really is the ultimate guide to BBQ recipes. There’s plenty here for everyone and I love the colour coding for us veggies and vegans.

    Reply
  5. Vox

    July 28, 2018 at 10:48 am

    This is quite an amazing and awe-inspiring list! If we can’t think of a dish to serve after reading us, shame, shame, shame! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  6. Priya

    July 28, 2018 at 10:22 am

    Such a tempting list. Going to try with the 3 ingredient chicken wings recipe. Looks easy to make.

    Reply
  7. Yasmina

    July 28, 2018 at 8:49 am

    Really excellent!!! Was really looking for something like this but did not expect so many recipes, even with categories!!! I will definitely try these recipes over the summer!!!! Amazing collection of recipes! Thank you

    Reply
  8. Sisley White

    July 27, 2018 at 11:26 am

    Wow what a collection of recipes! Bookmarked the page to save them all for later!

    Reply
  9. Nati

    July 27, 2018 at 6:37 am

    This BBQ guide is everything!! We love BBQ at home but we are all meat eatters I always have a hard time to come up withideas for vegetables and salads and this guide will certainly help me a lot!

    Reply
  10. Sarah Holladay

    July 27, 2018 at 1:59 am

    These recipes make me want to throw a party!!! The very first Easy Bacon Halloumi Bites has me interested… what is Halloumi anywyays? Is is soft or crunchy?

    Reply
    • Elizabeth

      July 27, 2018 at 8:50 am

      squeaky cheese is a good way to describe it – it’s a semi-hard cheese that grills perfectly.

      Reply
  11. Mudpie Fridays

    July 26, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    Oh my goodness what a wonderful selection of recipes! The blue cheese salad sounds gorgeous. Definitely bookmarking this for the next time we have a BBQ.

    Reply
  12. Jacqueline Meldrum

    July 26, 2018 at 11:30 am

    I am rather excited about some of those potato salads. I am off to have a look too. What a great BBQ guide. Glad you have some veggie options in there.

    Reply
  13. Katie

    July 25, 2018 at 9:56 pm

    This menu planner has so many amazing recipes! I often get stuck when planning salads and side dishes. I appreciate the recommendations.

    Reply
  14. Stephanie

    July 25, 2018 at 9:35 pm

    Wow what an amazing list of ideas, I will be pinning this as we love to use our BBQ

    Reply
  15. jenna farmer

    July 25, 2018 at 4:15 pm

    Thank you for such a useful roundup Elizabeth! I love that you’ve taken the time to colour-code and label the gf bits-so helpful for me and others with allergieS!

    Reply
  16. Elizabeth O

    July 25, 2018 at 3:17 pm

    What a fantastic post this is. You really thought of something for everyone which I adore. We all love a great BBQ!

    Reply
  17. Olivia Thristan

    July 25, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    Oh wow, this is an amazing BBQ guide, I love that you have plenty of veggie options, so many people are lost when it comes to veggies at BBQs. Also, that garlic potato salad sounds like my ultimate dream.

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  18. Louise

    July 25, 2018 at 1:10 pm

    This all looks and sounds so delicious – especially the pasta dishes! I also love that you’ve included some vegan recipes too x

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  19. Samantha

    July 25, 2018 at 4:13 am

    This is really awesome that the recipes are color coded to help people with specific diets. There’s a ton of options for everyone!

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  20. Emma

    July 24, 2018 at 11:05 pm

    Wow, all of these look amazing. Definitely an improvement on the usual BBQ fare. Top of my list would be the Mac and cheese waffles!

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  21. Katherine Hackworthy

    July 24, 2018 at 10:02 pm

    This is a brilliant selection of recipes for so many delicious barbecue dishes. It makes it all so exciting. Some delicious veggie foods, and side dishes.

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  22. dena

    July 24, 2018 at 4:34 pm

    I am so glad I’ve come across this post! Those bacon halloumi bites look yummy! My two favourite things together!

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  23. Roxci

    July 24, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    Not gonna lie, this made me hungry!

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  24. Tanvi Rastogi

    July 24, 2018 at 12:38 pm

    This is such a great resource for a lot of families. Unfortunately we don’t BBQ but will happily attend one 😀

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  25. Antique fables

    July 24, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    Lots of amazing recipes here, now I have a problem on deciding which recipe to try first

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  26. Melanie

    July 24, 2018 at 11:55 am

    You had me at the word bbq!! Bring on the yummy potato salad too x

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  27. Bethany

    July 24, 2018 at 11:08 am

    Man I need to save this for la yer, it’ll come in so useful for so many reasons, not only for a BBQ, but for a snack type food.

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  28. Sally Akins

    July 24, 2018 at 10:23 am

    What a fantastic resource! There’s something here to suit every taste, and I love the colour coding as well

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  29. Michelle Leslie

    July 24, 2018 at 7:50 am

    OMW that’s one amazing list and everything sounds so yummilicious. Now all I need to figure out is which ones to try first

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  30. Ayana Nell

    July 24, 2018 at 1:40 am

    Wow, what an incredible, all inclusive list! I’m from the South so BBQ’s are very important around here!!!

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  31. Kesha

    July 24, 2018 at 12:59 am

    Yes to all of it. I particularly like the Mexican corn on the cob.

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  32. Rebecca | AAUBLOG

    July 23, 2018 at 10:39 pm

    Oh wow this is a fab list! I really like the sound of the grilled portobello mushroom tacos as I’m veggie

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  33. MELANIE EDJOURIAN

    July 23, 2018 at 10:21 pm

    Plenty there to keep my family happy. I love the range of dishes from vegi to meat – I eat a range so this would help keep the menu interesting.

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  34. Naomi

    July 23, 2018 at 9:46 pm

    Wow, that is such a great detailed list! You have put such work into this. I’d go for bacon and halloumi, and also the watermelon drink!! Mouthwatering!

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  35. Laura: Adventures with J

    July 23, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    Wow! Who knew you could be so creative on a BBQ! I am going to show this to Hubby who said we couldnt do enough meals on the BBQ! Thanks!

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  36. kirsty

    July 23, 2018 at 7:12 pm

    Oh my gosh you have such an incredible range of recipes that I wouldn’t know what I want to try first. It’s amazing just how much you have managed to create and cater for different nutritional and dietary needs. My only concern would be dairy ingredients as my daughter and I have an allergy. The chicken fajita wraps would go down well with us though,

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  37. Jane

    July 23, 2018 at 7:01 pm

    So, if you ever throw this menu at a party, PLEASE ensure I get an invite 😀

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  38. Catherine

    July 23, 2018 at 6:58 pm

    What a beautiful roundup of recipes! I love each suggestion!

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  39. Erlene

    July 23, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    Wow, this is a great roundup of recipes for a summer barbecue. Thanks for including my Hawaiian tuna salad recipe.

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  40. Helen

    July 23, 2018 at 5:00 pm

    Wow – now all I want is a BBQ! As a vegetarian I’m a big fan of the side dishes when it comes to a BBQ and there are so many ideas here 🙂

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  41. Dannii

    July 23, 2018 at 4:19 pm

    Oh wow, this is an epic list. There really is something for everyone. Love the colour coding too.

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  42. Linda

    July 23, 2018 at 4:13 pm

    A great summer roundup – you’ve compiled so many delicious looking recipes!

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  43. Traci

    July 23, 2018 at 4:08 pm

    Whoah! I need to curl up with this roundup and do some serous bookmarking! Great lineup…just pinned this one. Thanks for sharing 🙂

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  44. Evie Scott

    July 23, 2018 at 3:44 pm

    This is a fantastic post. I am very very partial to a bbq, especially when the weather is so good 🙂 it’s difficult to find anything inspiring though, so this post is great! Will definitely try some of these! X

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  45. Kristine

    July 23, 2018 at 3:26 pm

    Wow! This is the best collection of summer recipes EVER! They all look mouthwatering, pinning to try some of these, thanks!

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  46. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

    July 23, 2018 at 3:23 pm

    What a round up! I wouldn’t know where to start because everything looks and sounds so good! Now I’m hungry 😉

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  47. Becca Talbot

    July 23, 2018 at 3:14 pm

    Woweeeee Elizabeth – what a comprehensive list of recipes for BBQs! Gone are the days of just chucking a burger and a sausage on the grill haha! x

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  48. Erica Hughes

    July 23, 2018 at 3:02 pm

    Wow you have so many recipes gathered here – a real resource. Think I’ll be checking out the pasta salads.

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  49. Pati

    July 23, 2018 at 2:59 pm

    thank you so much for all these amazing recipes ! we are planning a bbq this weekend and i was stuck as to what to make – now i have a lot to chose from

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  50. Kacie

    July 23, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    This is such a handy guide. I always cook too much or not enough when I do a BBQ – hopefully I’ll be able to get it right with your advice!

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  51. Jenny

    July 23, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    Such a great selection of recipes, we love having a BBQ in this weather!

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  52. Kate

    July 23, 2018 at 11:11 am

    What an incredible selection of barbecue recipes!!

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  53. The London Mum

    July 23, 2018 at 10:49 am

    this is perfect! I always try and think about doing something different on the BBQ but never have any ideas.. this is an amazing guide!

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  54. Rhian westbury

    July 23, 2018 at 6:24 am

    Wow that’s a lot of recipes, this must have taken ages to compile. Anything with halloumi are my favourites for bbq’s x

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  55. Nayna Kanabar

    July 22, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    This is indeed a fabulous collection of recipes and I am so happy to see some vegetarian and vegan recipes in the list which I will definitely check them out.

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