The transition period when spring turns into summer always feels like an easy one—it almost goes unnoticed. From the longer days to the warmer nights, the days aren’t sweltering just yet. But when they are, what better way to enjoy those perfect summer days with great company—and of course, great food?
Summer’s just not summer without a backyard barbecue, and the combination of cold drinks and delicious food just can’t be beat. From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend (or any weekend, really, if you’re just looking for an excuse to celebrate) a get-together is truly just a summer essential.
Whether you’re hosting family, friends, or your little ones and their best friends, these 15 easy backyard barbecue recipes are guaranteed to be enjoyed by just about everyone.
1. Grilled Corn on the Cob
Source: Foodie Crush
2. Easy Tomato Avocado Salad
Source: Gimme Delicious
3. Fruit and Cream Cheese Sandwiches
Source: Family Food on the Table
4. Peach Salsa
Source: Two Peas & Their Pod
5. Raspberry Chipotle BBQ Ribs
Source: Foodie Crush
6. Cauliflower Mac and Chicken Casserole
Source: Fit Foodie Finds
7. Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado
Source: Ambitious Kitchen
8. Blackened Salmon Burgers with Herbed Cream Cheese
Source: Half Baked Harvest
9. Italian Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
Source: My Food Story
10. Korean Chicken Kabobs
Source: Chungah Rhee | Damn Delicious
11. Jalapeño Popper Cornbread Muffins
Source: Sweet Peas and Saffron
12. Campfire Cones
Source: Eazy Peazy Mealz
13. Honey Butter Stone Fruit and Blackberry Meringue Tart
Source: Half Baked Harvest
14. S’more Rice Krispies
Source: What’s Gaby Cooking
15. Minty Strawberry Coconut Milk Popsicles
Source: Foolproof Living
This article was originally published in May 2019 and has been updated for timeliness.
