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    Home » Seasonal Recipes » Summer Recipes » Top 10 Things to Grill This Summer

    Top 10 Things to Grill This Summer

    Jul 2, 2020 · by Valentina · 26 Comments

    This post may contain affiliate links.

    Top 10 Things to Grill This Summer! From succulent steak and juicy watermelon, to earthy mushrooms and crisped corn, there's no topping foods grilled to perfection to serve on Memorial Day, or any time during the warm summer months!

    grilled watermelon slices on baking sheet

    Best Grilling Recipes for Summer

    FRUIT & VEGETABLES

    Grilling Fruit

    In most cases fruit can be treated like vegetables in terms of grilling, typically just with a shorter cooking time. Watermelon is a great fruit to grill because you can cut thick slices and the flesh is firm, even when it's ripe.

    1. Chile-Lime Grilled Watermelon
    This watermelon is an incredible combination of sweet and spicy and is the perfect compliment to any grilled meat or vegetable.

    long white platter with red and yellow sliced, grilled watermelon

    2. Marinated Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
    Packed with mouth-watering Asian flavors, these mushrooms are a fantastic side and will make your vegan and vegetarian guests very happy.

    Close up of sliced Sliced Marinated Grilled Portabello Mushrooms on a white rectangulsr plate with green onions.

    3. Grilled Green Onions
    Also called Scallions, these onions are incredibly delicious and the perfect spring or summer side dish. It’s so easy to throw a handful of green onions on the grill next to the main course. They only take a couple of minutes to cook, and they’ll brighten any plate.

    Several grilled scallions on a white plate.

    4. Grilled Asparagus in Foil
    With just a few ingredients and big delicious flavors, this is another one that's easy to prepare and throw on the grill alongside your main course for outdoor spring and summer meals.

    Pile of asparagus on a white plate, that's been grilled with lemon in foil.

    5. Lemon Pepper Grilled Corn
    I don't know about you, but I feel like having corn on the grill is a must at any barbecue!

    Pile of lemon-pepper grilled corn on a blue-rimmed plate with slices of lemon.

    MEAT & POULTRY

    6. Red Goddess Grilled Flank Steak
    This is one I make year round, and it's especially fun for a barbecue -- with its super scrumptious and gorgeous sauce, it always wows a crowd!

    Sliced flank steak with red pepper sauce with sliced raw onions and fresh herbs.

    This next steak recipe is one of my all time favorites, and guests can never get enough! It's absolutely fantastic served with Spicy Asian Slaw with Basil.

    7. Grilled Coffee Balsamic Flank Steak
    With the aromatic, deep, rich flavors of coffee, a touch of sweetness, and the char from the grill, this steak is amazing!

    Yellow-rimmed white platter with slices or grilled coffee balsamic flank steak and a couple sprigs of fresh oregano.

    8. Lavender-Rosemary Grilled Ribeye Steak
    Quick and easy, it will taste like it took hours and incredible skill. It bursts with aromatic, fresh and earthy flavors. Cooking with lavender puts a unique twist on recipes like this one.

    Sliced Lavender-Rosemary Grilled Ribeye Steak on a narrow white platter, showing grill marks, with fresh herbs.

    9. Grilled Jalapeño Pepper Jack Turkey Burger
    Smoky and spicy with melting cheese throughout -- this burger is not to be missed!

    Grilled Jalapeno Pepper Jack Turkey Burger on crinkled parchment paper with a jalapeno pepper.

    10. Rosemary Lamb Skewers
    Absolutely bursting with Mediterranean flavors, they’re quick, easy and over-the-top delicious! Lamb and rosemary recipes are always a hit!

    Rosemary Lamb Kebabs on a long white plate with Feta and rosemary sprigs.

    I hope you love all of these awesome things to grill this summer, or any time.

    Enjoy!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Christina

      July 07, 2025 at 6:57 am

      Love this collection of favorites for grilling, but especially the sweet corn and bok choy! YUM!

      Reply
      • Valentina

        July 11, 2025 at 10:11 pm

        Thanks, Christina. I can't get enough corn during the summers! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    2. Eha Carr

      July 06, 2025 at 7:48 pm

      Am smiling at your new format I very much like and the list of foods you grill - some of which I haven't! Thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Valentina

        July 06, 2025 at 8:12 pm

        Hi Eha! Thank you so much. I very much appreciate the feedback. Hope you have a lovely week. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    3. Liz

      July 04, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      YUM!! We grill a lot but get in a rut with the same recipes!! You've given me a ton of inspiration!!!

      Reply
      • valentina

        July 04, 2020 at 7:30 pm

        Thanks so much, Liz. Happy 4th weekend! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
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