Backyard BBQ: 8 Summer Recipes You Must Try
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With summer comes the promise of backyard parties, picnics, and lots and lots of barbeque. The children are all home (for once), and the house is once again chaotic. There is no better time to invite your family over for some fun activities and, of course, excellent food. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your grill and try out these 8 mouthwatering recipes to make your family gatherings unforgettable.
Grilled Chimichurri Pork Tenderloin
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Pork tenderloin retains its juicy texture when cooked to perfection, and completely absorbs the flavors of any marinade we introduce to it. Homemade chimichurri gives a zesty undertone to grilled pork tenderloin, giving it the spotlight it deserves at any outdoor party. Full Recipe: Grilled Chimichurri Pork Tenderloin
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Skewers are easy to handle and can help the meat cook quickly and thoroughly. Marinate the chicken cubes in pineapple teriyaki sauce, arrange them on skewers with bell peppers, and get ready for easily the best grilled chicken you’ve ever had. Full Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Tandoori Chicken Skewers
To give a little Indian vibe to your barbecue, marinate the chicken with traditional Indian spices mixed in yogurt. The smoky flavor from the grill, combined with traditional Indian flavor, gives the chicken its signature tandoori flavor. Full Recipe: Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
A marinated grilled chicken sounds wonderful. Topping it with sundried tomato aioli and then making it into a full sandwich brings it to a whole other level. To top it off, sweet grilled onions and lettuce make it a complete meal, full of flavor. Full Recipe: Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Halloumi and Strawberry Salad
When I came to know that we can grill halloumi without drastically messing up its texture, I immediately started thinking of different dishes to pair it with. It was then that I discovered grilled halloumi and strawberry salad, and it has been a favorite ever since. Full Recipe: Grilled Halloumi and Strawberry Salad
Balsamic Pasta Salad With Grilled Vegetables
A mix of grilled vegetables makes an excellent side to pastas, dinners, and salads. During outdoor BBQ parties, an easy side dish is a pasta salad which can be topped with freshly grilled vegetables for rich and smoky summer flavor. Full Recipe: Balsamic Pasta Salad With Grilled Vegetables
Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash
Summer comes and brings with it a variety of vegetables like zucchini and summer squash. Take full advantage of these veggies by grilling them during your outdoor barbecue parties. Trust me – this addition would be the talk of your family gatherings for days to come. Full Recipe: Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash
Grilled Balsamic Chicken
Smothered in homemade balsamic sauce, this grilled chicken is versatile and complements almost every meal you can think of. Pair it with veggies, serve it on salad, make a wrap out of it! Full Recipe: Grilled Balsamic Chicken
