Best Summer Grilling Recipes

Bring a bold European twist to your summer grilling lineup with this Best German Bratwurst Hot Dog, loaded with juicy, flame-grilled bratwurst and tangy braised red cabbage. The sausage gets that perfect snap and smoky char on the grill, while the sweet-and-sour cabbage adds depth, crunch, and balance in every bite. Tucked into a soft bun and finished with classic mustard, this is the kind of elevated cookout staple that stands out at backyard BBQs, cookouts, and weekend gatherings without adding complexity.

Juicy, lemony, and straight off the grill, these Greek grilled chicken kabobs are built for hot summer days and easy outdoor cooking. Tender chunks of chicken are marinated in olive oil, garlic, fresh lemon juice, and classic Mediterranean herbs, then skewered and charred to get that perfect smoky edge. They cook fast, stay incredibly moist, and pair effortlessly with fresh salads, pita, or a simple yogurt sauce, making them a reliable go-to for backyard BBQs, weeknight grilling, or relaxed summer gatherings.

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs with Lemon Garlic are built for summer grilling, quick, bright, and packed with clean flavor. Juicy shrimp are threaded onto skewers, brushed with a simple mix of fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and herbs, then grilled just until lightly charred and tender. The high heat locks in moisture while adding that smoky edge you want off the grill. Serve them straight off the skewers with a squeeze of lemon for an easy cookout option that’s light, fast, and reliably crowd-pleasing.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers are one of my favorite things to cook. They're easy to make, full of flavor, and they cook up super fast.

French Onion Burgers - Juicy, flavorful and satisfying French Onion Burgers that combine the French Onion Soup and classic the cheeseburger!

If you're looking to spice up your next grilled skewers, try these dry rub BBQ Chicken Skewers with peppers and onions. An easy dinner recipe for summer.

Grilled scallop skewers with citrus butter are smoky, buttery and zesty. An easy, elegant meal that's just perfect for summer grilling.

This shish kabob recipe features tender marinated beef, peppers and onions, all skewered together and grilled. A quick meal option!

Burger Foil Packets (sometimes called "Hobo Packets") are dinner foil packet meals that are simple to make in the oven or on the grill, campfire, or smoker.

These BBQ Mushrooms are a simple grilled side dish made with whole mushrooms tossed in BBQ sauce, then cooked until lightly charred.

Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce are very easy to make at home--and they look fancy! This dish is a flavorful show stopper!

These Mediterranean Salmon Kabobs are simple, healthy and packed with lots of flavor. These grilled skewers will be a hit all summer long.

Fire up the grill for juicy Grilled Pork Skewers marinated in a delicious blend of soy sauce, garlic, and pineapple your family will love!

These Veggie Kabobs changed my mind about grilled vegetables being boring afterthoughts. A solid marinade and some good char marks make all the difference. Your grill deserves vegetables this good, and so do you.

These pineapple chicken kabobs are a simple grilled dinner made with marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion.

These Barbecued Pork Steaks are marinated, rubbed in spices and grilled to perfection. The most tender grilled pork steak recipe!

This Fiesta Lime Chicken is “5 stars!,” “Wow, wow, wow” and “SO GOOD” according to readers! It’s easy, bright, healthy and bursting with flavor, complete with crunchy, creamy Avocado Corn Salsa. Serve this recipe simply with Cilantro Lime Rice or I’ve included TONS of ideas from tacos, to burritos, to quesadillas and more! STEP 1: …

This mouthwatering good Grilled Pork Tenderloin with a tasty dry rub is easy enough for a weeknight meal yet fancy enough for company.

Juicy, tender grilled chicken thighs with a flavor-packed chimichurri sauce make for a perfect quick and easy summer meal!

Balsamic Steak Gorgonzola Salad with Grilled Corn - A 20 minute, delicious steak and salad dinner recipe with tomatoes, onion, gremolata and vinaigrette.

Easy Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs are sweet, savory, and grilled to perfection with juicy pineapple and colorful veggies. So delicious!

Looking for a delicious dinner you can have on the table fast? You're going to love these grilled pork chops with rhubarb orange sauce!

Grilled BBQ Chicken Flatbreads are a delicious mix of grilled bbq chicken, two types of cheeses, ranch dressing and arugula!