Summer is the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy delicious, healthy meals. Here are ten fantastic BBQ recipes that are both nutritious and easy to prepare, ensuring your gatherings are a hit while keeping things healthy.
- Grilled Beef & Vegetable Kebabs
These kebabs are not only delicious but also economical. Tri-tip beef is paired with colorful veggies for a balanced and tasty meal.
How to Cook: Marinate tri-tip beef and vegetables in your favorite seasoning for up to eight hours. Thread onto skewers and grill until the beef is cooked to your liking and vegetables are tender. Serve hot.
- Grilled Lemon-Pepper Salmon in Foil
This easy grilled salmon in foil is a flavorful and moist dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
How to Cook: Place salmon fillets on foil with butter, lemon pepper, and fresh parsley. Seal the packets and grill for about 10-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Add veggies like asparagus or zucchini to the packets for a complete meal.
- Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan
Grilled zucchini with a Parmesan crust is a delightful summer side dish that's both healthy and flavorful.
How to Cook: Slice zucchini and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until tender, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Serve immediately.
- Charred Green Beans with Mustard Vinaigrette & Hazelnuts
This crunchy, mustardy vegan side dish is perfect for a BBQ and packed with flavor.
How to Cook: Toss green beans with olive oil and grill in a basket until charred. Mix with a mustard vinaigrette and top with toasted hazelnuts. Serve warm.
- Grilled Eggplant Salad
This easy grilled eggplant salad is a colorful and healthy side dish that can be served warm or at room temperature.
How to Cook: Grill slices of eggplant until tender. Mix with cherry tomatoes, red peppers, red onions, and fresh herbs. Drizzle with olive oil and serve warm or at room temperature.
- Grilled Short Ribs & Cherry Tomatoes with Chimichurri
Grilled short ribs with cherry tomatoes and chimichurri sauce make for a hearty and flavorful BBQ dish.
How to Cook: Marinate short ribs with your favorite seasoning. Grill the ribs and cherry tomatoes until the meat is tender and tomatoes are blistered. Serve with chimichurri sauce.
- Grilled Romaine Caesar Wedge
Grilling romaine for this Caesar wedge salad adds a slight char and depth of flavor.
How to Cook: Halve romaine lettuce heads and grill until slightly charred. Top with Caesar dressing, croutons, and Parmesan cheese for a unique twist on the classic salad.
- Bruschetta Grilled Chicken
This bruschetta-inspired grilled chicken celebrates fresh summer flavors and is perfect for any BBQ.
How to Cook: Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. Grill until cooked through, then top with a fresh bruschetta mix of tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella.
- Grilled Carrots with Ricotta and Chimichurri
Grilled carrots with creamy ricotta and chimichurri sauce make for a delicious and colorful side dish.
How to Cook: Grill whole carrots until tender and slightly charred. Serve on a bed of ricotta and top with a homemade chimichurri sauce for a flavorful side dish.
- Thai-Inspired Grilled Cauliflower Steaks
These Thai-inspired cauliflower steaks are bursting with flavor and make a great vegan BBQ option.
How to Cook: Slice cauliflower into steaks and marinate with a Thai-inspired sauce of lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Grill until tender and serve with extra sauce on the side.