Top Summer Grilling Recipes

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Summer is almost here and that means grilling season has started. If you love grilled food and are ready to heat up that grill, check out our top grilling recipes that are super tasty and easy to make. I bet you’ll find many recipes to try!

Summer is almost here and that means grilling season has started. If you love grilled food and are ready to heat up that grill, check out our top grilling recipes that are super tasty and easy to make. I bet you'll find many recipes to try!


 

Have you been looking forward to spending your time in the backyard by the grill? If you’re like me, you probably are feeling giddy and excited about the sunny weather and are planning your whole summer grilling situation. Well, let’s not waste time and get to business! 

Top summer grilling recipes

When it comes to grilling recipes, the marinade which you use to flavor the meat is absolutely important. You can use so many different marinades and they can be store-bought or homemade. I personally always prefer homemade because you can control the amount of salt and sugar and make it with any flavors you like. 

Grilling might seem intimidating but once you do it a few times, you will see how simple and easy it is. These recipes will show you how to grill chicken, beef and veggies. All you need to do is marinade the meat for 2 to 8 hours (except for fish and shrimp) and grill them. It’s simple, easy and amazingly tasty. 

Gas or charcoal grill?

This is definitely a matter of personal preference. While gas grill is definitely quicker and easier to prepare and heat, charcoal grill gives that nice smokey flavor to the meat that makes it exceptional.

However, charcoal grill takes longer to set up and prepare whereas with gas grill you only need to turn a knob. So go with what feels right to you because grilling is all about enjoying the process and spending time with loved ones in summer!

What to grill?

I like to keep balance when grilling, therefore I usually go for some meat such as steak, lamb, seafood or chicken and then grill some vegetables too. You can grill pieces of beef and lamb such as steak or a rack of lamb, or you can go with ground beef, ground lamb or a combination of both to make burgers, kofta kebabs and patties.

As for chicken, any part would work. The most convenient is boneless skinless chicken breast but you can also grill chicken thighs, wings or drumsticks.

And then comes the seafood. While it might not be the most popular item to grill, seafood is definitely a favorite over here. We love grilling shrimp, fish (fillet or whole) and even octopus! Give it a try, you’ll love it!

The best summer grilling recipes 

Best Ever Beef Shish Kabob

4.75 from 28 votes

Best Ever Beef Shish Kabob

An easy beef shish kabobs recipe that’s packed with amazing flavors. Learn all the tips and tricks for making the best shish kabobs at home.
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An easy beef shish kabobs recipe that's packed with amazing flavors. Learn all the tips and tricks for making the best shish kabobs at home.

Grilled Kofta Kebab Recipe

kofta kebeb recipe
5 from 5 votes

Grilled Kofta Kebab Recipe

This kofta kebab recipe is a cornerstone of Middle Eastern cuisine. Learn how to make juicy kofta kebab on the grill and serve with pita, veggies and tahini sauce.
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kofta kebeb recipe

Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe

Grilled lamb chops.
5 from 11 votes

Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe

Grilled lamb chops are tender and delicious thanks to a tasty marinade. Learn how grill lamb chops that are incredibly juicy and flavorful!
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A few grilled lamb chops on a platter.

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED LAMB BURGERS

5 from 15 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Lamb Burgers

This grilled lamb burger is juicy, easy and ready in 20 minutes. It's seasoned with Mediterranean spices and served with sumac onions and a tasty yogurt sauce.
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Grilled Branzino with Tomato Relish

5 from 29 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Branzino Recipe

This grilled branzino recipe with a Mediterranean twist is a must-try! The fish is marinated with a herb and lemon mixture, then grilled to perfection and topped with a bright tomato herb relish. Trust me, there's a feast of flavors in every bite.
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This grilled branzino recipe with a Mediterranean twist is a must-try! The fish is marinated with a herb and lemon mixture then grilled to perfection and topped with a bright tomato herb relish. There is a flavor feast in every bite.

Harissa garlic grilled chicken thighs

Harissa grilled chicken thighs
5 from 5 votes

Harissa Grilled Chicken Thighs

Let's grill chicken thighs with harissa and garlic! Learn how to prepare grilled chicken thighs that are juicy and delicious with my tips and tricks.
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A platter of grilled chicken on a grey surface.

Shish Tawook

4.83 from 41 votes

Shish Tawook Recipe

Shish Tawook is a Lebanese chicken dish that’s simple yet so delicious. Tender chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic makes one delicious meal for the family. 
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Shish Tawook is a Lebanese chicken dish that's simple yet so delicious. Tender chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic makes one delicious meal for the family.

Grilled shrimp kabobs with creamy avocado sauce

5 from 5 votes

Shrimp Kabobs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Ready in 30 minutes, these shrimp kabobs are perfect for any day of the week. This recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the best marinade!
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Ready in 30 minutes, these shrimp kabobs are perfect for any day of the week. This recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the best marinade!

Perfect grilled steak with garlic herb sauce

5 from 6 votes

Perfect Grilled Steak with Garlic Herb Sauce

This perfect grilled steak is easier than you think! With a simple seasoning and a flavorful garlic herb sauce, this steak will be the star of your dinner table.
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This perfect grilled steak is easier than you think! With a simple seasoning and a flavorful garlic herb sauce, this steak will be the star of your dinner table.

Veggie Shish Kabob with Garlic and Thyme

5 from 7 votes

Veggie Shish Kabob with Thyme and Garlic

An easy veggie shish kabob recipe that you can make any time. Delicious grilled vegetables flavored with garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar make the best side dish! 
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An easy veggie shish kabob recipe that you can make any time. Delicious grilled vegetables flavored with garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar make the best side dish!

Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms

5 from 10 votes

Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms

These delicious grilled stuffed mushrooms are ready in 30 minutes. Stuffed with 3 types of cheese and spinach, this is a crowd pleasing appetizer!
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers.
5 from 21 votes

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lemon Herb Sauce

Grilled shrimp skewers are perfect for when you're ready to fire up the grill but find yourself in the mood for seafood. Learn how to make shrimp grilled to perfection, then topped with a zesty lemon herb sauce. Threading the shrimp on the skewers will keep them from falling between the grates, making grilling so much easier.
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Grilled shrimp skewers are perfect for when you're ready to fire up the grill but find yourself in the mood for seafood. Learn how to make shrimp grilled to perfection, then topped with a zesty lemon herb sauce. Threading the shrimp on the skewers will keep them from falling between the grates, making grilling so much easier.

Grilled Halibut with Spicy Mango Salsa

4.75 from 8 votes

Grilled Alaska Halibut with Spicy Mango Salsa

Learn how to grill Alaska halibut perfectly at home. Serve grilled halibut with spicy mango salsa for a celebration of flavors. 
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Learn how to grill Alaska halibut perfectly at home. Serve grilled halibut with spicy mango salsa for a celebration of flavors.

Mediterranean Chicken Shish Kabob Recipe

4.82 from 11 votes

Mediterranean Chicken Shish Kabob

Easy chicken shish kabob recipe made on the grill or in the oven. This Mediterranean chicken kabobs are flavored with delicious spices and are quick to make. 
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Easy chicken shish kabob recipe made on the grill or in the oven. This Mediterranean chicken kabobs are flavored with delicious spices and are quick to make.

Grilled asparagus with lemon tahini sauce

4.94 from 15 votes

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Tahini Sauce

Grilled asparagus – ready in just 15 minutes – is an ideal side dish for your summer grilling. Crisp on the outside with a smokey flavor, this tasty recipe is an easy way to add healthy veggies to your barbeque spread.
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Grilled asparagus is ready in 15 minutes and is the perfect side for barbecue. Crisp on the outside with a smokey flavor, this healthy side dish is everyone's favorite.

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

4.86 from 34 votes

Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Try this easy recipe for homemade Greek chicken souvlaki. Made with a delicious garlic and lemon marinade, this classic street food is packed with amazing Mediterranean flavors and served with creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Try this easy recipe for homemade Greek chicken souvlaki. Made with a delicious garlic and lemon marinade, this classic street food is packed with amazing Mediterranean flavors and served with creamy tzatziki sauce.

Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings

5 from 8 votes

Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings

Spicy grilled chicken wings are everyone's favorite. Juicy chicken wings are marinated in hot sauce and grilled to perfection. Follow my step by step recipe for instructions to make these wings on your grill.
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Spicy grilled chicken wings are everyone's favorite. Juicy chicken wings are marinated in hot sauce and grilled to perfection. Follow my step by step recipe for instructions to make these wings on your grill.

Grilled Salmon Shish Kabobs

5 from 6 votes

Grilled Salmon Shish Kabobs

Grilled salmon shish kabobs  are hearty, healthy and delicious. Seasoned with tasty spices, these salmon kabobs are easy to make and packed with tons of flavor. 
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Grilled salmon shish kabobs  are hearty, healthy and delicious. Seasoned with tasty spices, these salmon kabobs are easy to make and packed with tons of flavor.

Joojeh Kabab (Persian saffron chicken kabobs)

4.75 from 89 votes

Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)

Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon. 
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Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon.

Grilled Eggplant Sandwich

5 from 11 votes

Grilled Eggplant Sandwich

Grilled eggplant sandwich is the perfect lunch. This sandwich is made with grilled eggplants, olives, onions, capers, hummus and other delicious ingredients. 

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Grilled eggplant sandwich is the perfect lunch. This sandwich is made with grilled eggplants, olives, onions, capers, hummus and other delicious ingredients.

Greek Grilled Chicken

5 from 18 votes

Juicy Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with this juicy Greek grilled chicken. The classic marinade is made with lemon, herbs and spices and is so easy to put together!
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Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with this juicy Greek grilled chicken. The classic marinade is made with lemon, herbs and spices and is so easy to put together!

Grilled Chicken Wings Persian Style

5 from 18 votes

Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Persian Style

Persian grilled chicken wings recipe is so unique. The chicken wings are marinated in a saffron yogurt mixture, making them tender and delicious.
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Persian grilled chicken wings recipe is so unique. The chicken wings are marinated in a saffron yogurt mixture, making them tender and delicious.

Grilled Zaatar Chicken

4.95 from 40 votes

Grilled Zaatar Chicken Recipe

Grilled zaatar chicken is juicy and delicious. The key to this recipe is a simple marinade of zaatar and citrus.
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Grilled zaatar chicken is juicy and delicious. The key to this recipe is a simple marinade of zaatar and citrus.

Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables

5 from 15 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables

Here is an easy Mediterranean grilled vegetables recipe with so much flavor! These grilled vegetables are served with a zesty dressing and make a delicious side dish.
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Here is an easy Mediterranean grilled vegetables recipe with so much flavor! These grilled vegetables are served with a zesty dressing and make a delicious side dish.

Grilled Caprese Stuffed Zucchini Boats

grilled caprese stuffed zucchini boats
5 from 10 votes

Grilled Caprese Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Grilled caprese stuffed zucchini boats are easy and delicious. Learn to fill zucchinis with pesto, cheese and tomatoes to make the perfect dish.
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grilled caprese stuffed zucchini boats

Grilled Spatchcock Chicken

5 from 30 votes

Grilled Spatchcock Chicken

Grilled spatchcock chicken is easy to infuse with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, every bite of this chicken is delicious.
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Grilled spatchcock chicken is easy to infuse with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, every bite of this chicken is delicious.

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Grilled chicken sandwich.
5 from 16 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Fast food chicken sandwiches may be trendy these days, but it's hard to beat this tasty recipe prepared at home! Yogurt marinated chicken breast is grilled to perfection, topped with tahini sauce and served with fresh toppings. Trust me, this is a delicious sandwich for any time of the year.
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grilled chicken sandwich on a white plate.

Mediterranean Grilled Pizza Recipe

Mediterranean grilled pizza recipe.
5 from 7 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Pizza Recipe

Want to make pizza outdoors? Try this grilled pizza recipe. You only need to master one simple technique to make perfectly grilled pizza every time!
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Mediterranean grilled pizza recipe.

Summer Berry Crisp Recipe

summer berry crisp in a skillet.
5 from 5 votes

Summer Berry Crisp Recipe

This berry crisp is perfect for summer. It's packed with Middle Eastern flavors and is made on the grill, no need to turn on the oven!
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summer berry crisp in a skillet.

Side dish ideas

You can serve grilled food with almost any side dish. Here are some of our favorites:

Storage

It’s always best to serve grilled food right off the grill when it’s hot. However, there is always a chance you might have leftovers. You can always store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate them for about 2 days (give or take).

To reheat, place the leftovers in a sheet pan and heat in the oven at 275 degrees F for about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the dish.

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5 from 9 votes

Top Summer Grilling Recipes

Summer is almost here and that means grilling season has started. If you love grilled food and are ready to heat up that grill, check out our top grilling recipes that are super tasty and easy to make. I bet you'll find many recipes to try!  Here is a recipe for veggie shish kabob . Check out all the other recipes above.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients 

  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 20 white button mushrooms
  • 20 cherry tomatoes

Garlic thyme marinade

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tso kosher salt
  • 1 lemon , juice of

Instructions 

  • Cut the zucchini into 1/2-inch thick half moons. cut the red onion and the bell peppers into large chunks. Make sure the mushrooms and tomatoes are clean and keep them whole.
  • Place all the vegetables in a bowl. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, balsamic vinegar, salt and lemon juice. Stir and make sure all the vegetables are coated with the marinade. Let the veggies marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium high.
  • Once you're ready to grill, thread the vegetables on metal or wooden skewers. Place them on the grates and grill for 10 minutes, flip a few times to make sure they cook evenly.

Notes

  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to avoid them burning.
  • It’s best to serve grilled food fresh and right off the grill. I don’t recommend grilling anything ahead of time.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1521IU | Vitamin C: 140mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. 5 stars
    I love grilling during the summer. Being outdoors and sharing food with friends and family is something I look forward to all year. I can’t wait to try the Mediterranean grilled vegetables