Summer Grilling Recipes — 2026
Summer grilling recipes cover charcoal and gas techniques for steaks, burgers, ribs, chicken, and seafood. Pair grilled mains with fresh coleslaws, corn on the cob, potato salad, and watermelon. Start with a clean, preheated grate and let meat rest before slicing for the juiciest results.
66+ summer grilling recipes for 2026. BBQ mains, fresh sides, and cold drinks. Step-by-step with nutrition info.
66 recipes
Fire up the grill and make the most of warm-weather cooking. From charcoal-kissed steaks and smoky ribs to bright slaws and ice-cold drinks, this collection has everything you need for backyard cookouts all summer long.
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66 recipesThe most popular grilling mains are burgers, steaks, ribs, chicken thighs, and hot dogs. For seafood lovers, grilled shrimp skewers and cedar-plank salmon are crowd favorites.
Argentine Steak with Chimichurri
Grilled ribeye with Argentina's iconic chimichurri — raw herb sauce with red wine vinegar and garlic.
Arugula Salad with Parmesan and Lemon
Arugula salad with shaved Parmesan, lemon, and olive oil — Italian simplicity at its finest.
Asian Sesame Slaw
Asian sesame slaw with crunchy napa cabbage, carrots, and a toasted sesame-ginger dressing that improves overnight.
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Grilled marinated chicken skewers with creamy peanut dipping sauce.
Chimichurri Skirt Steak
Chimichurri skirt steak — seared hot and fast, sliced thin, drowned in herb sauce. Ready in 25 minutes.
Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Elote — grilled corn slathered with mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, and fresh lime.