Get into the summertime spirit with these barbecue recipes for blue cheese burgers, grilled corn with gochujang-butter, cheese-stuffed hot dogs and more
With warmer weather comes plenty of backyard barbecues —so we compiled the best grilling recipes shared in PEOPLE to fuel your summer.
Between Anne Burrell's hot dogs stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon, and Andrew Zimmern's grilled deviled chicken thighs, there are plenty of meat-forward choices to keep the carnivores in your household satisfied this season.
Go more vegetarian-friendly (and celebrate summer produce!) by channeling Gail Simmons with her charred peaches and corn salad. Or grill watermelon for a side dish like David Rose.
Keep scrolling to get ready for your next cookout!.
Related: Celebrity Chefs Share Their Best Summer Cooking Tips
Grilled Fish Tacos with Chile Mayo
"This is the epitome of a good, shareable party dish. I like to serve it family-style so people can assemble their own tacos, which means lots of different combinations," says celebrity chef Tyler Florence, who uses halibut but says "any firm white fish would be great."
Get the recipe HERE.
Barbecue Potato Salad with Goat Cheese and Pine Nuts
"The final dish has lovely charred and smoked flavors," says chef Sat Bains, who barbecues baby potatoes before mixing them with goat cheese and pine nuts. "The cheese adds a creamy texture, and the dressing comes alive with the heat of the potatoes."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Chicory Salad with Apples and Cheddar
"Grilling the radicchio helps remove some of the bitterness. By simply adding some char, you create a depth of flavor for the whole salad," saysCharles Glaze, the executive chef atPYROrestaurant in Phoenix. "I love the transformation process that comes from taking bitter greens and pairing them with sweet, acidic and savory notes."
Get the recipe HERE.
Blue Cheese and Bacon Burgers
To give her burgers a "BLT and wedge salad" vibe, Top ChefwinnerBrooke Williamson incorporates blue cheese into the patties and tops them with goodies like bacon, tomato and shredded lettuce.
Get the recipe HERE.
Honey-Bourbon Barbecue Ribs
“Ribs are the perfect ranch food: hand-portable and easy to eat,” saysGabriel “Gator” Guilbeau, who is an actor, on-set caterer and real-life chef forYellowstone. "When filming, [we] often do not have time to sit down to eat, so my meals need to be fast."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Chicken and Spinach Burgers
Food bloggerCatherine McCord's 25-minute, family-friendly dinner from her latest cookbookMeal Prep Magic, includes chopped spinach which "not only helps add moisture to the patties but also a boost of iron-rich nutrition,” she says.
Get the recipe HERE.
Cheese-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
A little work goes a long way, according to Anne Burrell, the host of Food Network'sWorst Cooks in America. "It's a souped-up, fancy hot dog that takes a teeny bit more effort, but the results are very much worth it," she says.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Corn with Gochujang-Butter and Parmesan
Lara Lee's grilled corn is such an "absolute showstopper" that the James Beard Award-winning chef has a warning: "Donote that it steals the spotlight from the main meal."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Salmon with Bacon and Peas
Eric Ripert, the chef and co-owner of Le Bernardin in N.Y.C., shares a salmon recipe that is "very simple to make and easy to find the ingredients."
"The fish itself is very delicate, the peas bring a freshness, and the bacon adds smokiness,” says Ripert, who includes this recipe in his cookbookSeafood Simple.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Peach Salad with Arugula and Pecan Crumble
“The grill enhances the sweetness of the peaches and adds a hint of caramelized flavor," says Eric Jaeho Choi of this fruity salad, which is inspired by the elements of a southern peach cobbler.
Get the recipe HERE.
Teriyaki Barbecue Chicken
"The flavors of this Japanese-rooted dish are deeply ingrained in the local Hawaiian palate," says Sheldon Simeon, theTop Chefalum and author ofCook Real Hawai'i."Stroll through any park or beach on the weekends, and you'll be hit by its intoxicating, smoky aroma wafting from the portable hibachis."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Corn with Dill Butter and Feta
"The tangy, briny feta, fresh dill and smoky char from the grill take the sweet corn to the next level," says the author of the Serial Griller cookbook, Matt Moore.
Get the recipe HERE.
Bacon BBQ Cheeseburger with Onion Rings
Chris Barish and Joe Isidori, the owners of Black Tap restaurant in Las Vegas, build a burger piled high with flavor.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Sweet-and-Sour Shrimp Kebabs
"This recipe is so simple that you don't need any special tricks to make it great," says Leela Punyaratabandhu, author of theFlavors of the Southeast Asian Grill cookbook, about her spin on the popular Thai street-food snack.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Watermelon Salad with Tequila-Lime Vinaigrette
Chef David Rosesays this fresh salad is "salty, spicy, sweet, tangy, acidic and a little boozy — what more do you need?" While the tequila "provides just the right kick," the author of theEggin'cookbooksays it can be omitted to make the dish family-friendly.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Deviled Chicken Thighs with Mint-Yogurt Sauce
Andrew Zimmern's "sour, salty, bitter, sweet and spicy" recipe is a great way to experiment outside the box of regular summer cooking. "It's a big-flavor dish amplified by the char of the grill and soothed by the tart, acidic chill of the yogurt sauce," he says.
Get the recipe HERE.
Mexican Grilled Corn with Scallions and Cotija Cheese
"Corn salads, known as esquites, are one of the most delicious finds across Mexico," says celebrity chefMarcela Valladolid. "It's salty, sweet, crisp and creamy perfection in a bowl!"
Get the recipe HERE.
Barbecue Pork Ribs
James Beard Award-winning chef and owner ofRodney Scott's Whole Hog BBQ restaurantsRodney Scott shares a crowd favorite, "very easy to follow'" recipe from his cookbookRodney Scott's World of BBQ.
Get the recipe HERE.
Charred Corn, Peach and Feta Salad with Grilled Lime Dressing
"Corn and peaches are by far my two favorite ingredients, signaling summer is in full swing," says Gail Simmons, host of Bravo'sTop Chef. "Grilling and tossing them with a bright dressing and crunchy radishes brings out their inherent sweetness even more."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Sweet-Chili Chicken Wings
"I love this recipe for its simplicity. It's easy to get the ingredients and turn them into total deliciousness," saysBryce Shuman, the executive chef atSweetbriar restaurant in New York City. "The wings are smoky, sweet and tangy with a slight heat that disappears quickly. They're meaty little devils that are super fun to eat!"
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Pizzas with Ricotta, Arugula and Chile Oil
Yes, you can grill your pizza! Burrell serves up an out-of-the-box recipe.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers
The star of Cooking Channel’sMan Fire Food, Roger Mooking,adds sweetness and a touch of heat to his shrimp recipe.
Get the recipe HERE.
Cheeseburger with Bacon and Worcestershire Onions
Chef Dale Talde's twist on a cheeseburger is a "complete savor bomb. It's simple, but nothing beats a classic cheeseburger — nothing."
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Avocado with Grapefruit Salsa
Seamus Mullen, the chef and author ofReal Food Heals,puts a refreshing twist on the summer salad.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Vegetable and Couscous Salad
"This is the ultimate summer side dish! It’s very easy to prepare and is packed with flavor," says chef and restaurateur Melba Wilson. "If you’re out of couscous, use orzo, quinoa or any small pasta shape."
Get the recipe HERE.
Pretzel Burger with Chipotle Mayo
“No need to add fancy spices or sautéed onions,” David Burtka tells PEOPLE. “I find that good quality meat, exciting toppings and the correct cooking technique will leave your guests ‘full' with happiness.”
Get the recipe HERE.
Skirt Steak with Pistachio Chimichurri and Cauliflower Rice
"The herby, salty, citrusy chimichurri is enhanced with heaps of crunchy cauliflower, transforming it into a kind of loose salad. It's the perfect foil to the savory grilled steak," according to Food Network's Michael Symon.
Get the recipe HERE.
Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Parmesan-Yogurt Sauce
Fabio Viviani suggests serving these marinated skewers with roasted vegetables and rice.
Get the recipe HERE.
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