Are you itching to fire up the grill and officially welcome summer with a cookout?
It’s finally time to move the cooking outdoors, play yard games, and enjoy the heat!
Whether you want to keep it simple with burgers and hot dogs… or spice things up with grilled kebabs and veggies, we’ve gotcha covered with these nourishing grill and barbecue dishes, drinks, and desserts!
Breads & Buns
3 Ingredient Plantain Sandwich Rounds
Can’t have grains or nuts? No problem! These Autoimmune Paleo Sandwich Rounds will work for you! Via DeliciousObsessions.com.
Sourdough English Muffins
When you need a hamburger bun that can handle whatever you fill it with, there’s no better vehicle than a nourishing sourdough English muffin. It’s sturdy enough to hold up to all the mayo and mustard you want without becoming soggy! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Sourdough Hot Dog Wraps
These are so easy to make ahead of time, especially for hungry kids to grab while the meat is still on the grill! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Soft And Chewy Sourdough Burger Buns
A classic hamburger bun, complete with sesame seeds on top — but with the nourishment of sourdough! Beautiful! Via ButterForAll.com.
Quick & Easy Hamburger & Hot Dog Buns
Use this recipe and your sourdough starter to make hamburger buns OR hot dog buns! Via NourishingJoy.com.
Main Dishes
Pulled BBQ Chicken In The Instant Pot {THM: S, E, or FP options!}
When you need to barbecue in a hurry, it’s the Instant Pot to the rescue! Make juicy, flavorful BBQ chicken for a crowd in minutes! Via TodayInDietzville.com.
Grilled Paleo Bacon Burger
Bacon just makes everything better… including this Paleo burger that uses portobello mushrooms as the “bun”! Via DrAnthonyGustin.com.
Cherry BBQ Short Ribs
If short ribs intimidated you before, no more! With a sticky-sweet cherry sauce, your barbecue just went from boring to finger-lickin’ good!
Via CaveGirlCuisine.com.
My Favorite Paleo Pork Burgers
The extra fat in ground pork means your burgers won’t be dry! Via PureAndSimpleNourishment.com.
Grilled Cumin Crusted Lamb Chops
Throwing lamb on the grill is sure to impress — especially with a flavorful, smoky cumin spice crust! Via PaleoFlourishMagazine.com.
Picnic-Style Lemon Basil Chicken Drumsticks
Drumsticks are an inexpensive choice for a crowd — even organic! It’s just too easy to play yard games while eating! A chicken leg in one hand and a ball or horseshoe in the other! Via SavoryLotus.com.
Balsamic Grilled Chicken Topped With Caprese Salad
Here’s some healthy grilling fare! A tangy balsamic grilled chicken sits atop a fresh caprese salad — and no one feels heavy afterward!
Via GetInspiredEveryDay.com.
Easy Chicken Kabobs With Magic Cilantro Sauce
These kabobs go great with everything — grilled veggies, potato salad, you name it! And you had us at “Magic Cilantro Sauce”. Via SavoryLotus.com.
Argentinian Beef Kabobs With Chimichurri Sauce
Need beef in your life? These juicy kabobs are jazzed up with a lively chimichurri sauce! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Wild Greens Pizza
Pizza for a barbecue is a little off the beaten path… yet think of having pizza WITHOUT heating up the house. Sold! Via StudioBotanica.com.
Grilled Chicken Salad With Berries And Honey Lemon Dressing
Take summer berries and combine them with crispy-sweet pecans and grilled chicken. Add candlelight and soft music. Eat outside. And you’ve got the makings of a lovely at-home date night with someone special! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Grilled Spicy Lime Pork Tenderloin
Spicy and lime-y? Juicy pork tenderloin? Yes, please! And just look at that sauce! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Vietnamese Restaurant-Style Grilled Lemongrass Pork
Want to give your barbecue some Asian flair? Try this grilled pork with zesty lemongrass! Via IHeartUmami.com.
Greens With Grilled Shrimp And Citrus Vinaigrette
Spicy Cajun shrimp pairs perfectly with a citrus vinaigrette for a light, but festive, grilled meal. Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa
Skip the cobbler and use those fresh summer peaches for a salsa to top moist tenderloin! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Tri-Tip With Pomegranate BBQ Sauce And Caramelized Onions
Sweet-sour pomegranate BBQ sauce and caramelized onions? Barbecue just got better! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Curry Chicken Skewers
If you’re grilling all summer long, change things up with curry! Via WhatGreatGrandmaAte.com.
Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken And Veggie Platter
Grill the main dish and veggies, set it all out on a big platter, and let your party guests dig in! Now, that’s low-maintenance! Via GetInspiredEveryDay.com.
Grilled Italian Platter with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
Or perhaps you want to lend an Italian flair? Once again, grill it all and lay out a platter for your guests to help themselves! Via GetInspiredEveryday.com.
Spatchcock BBQ Roasted Chicken
Spatchcock (or “butterfly”) cuts the cooking time way down — less than an hour, actually. So if you need BBQ and you need it NOW, this is the recipe for you! Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Stuffed Cheddar Beef Burgers
Takes beef. Stuffs it with cheddar. Grills it. Now you’re speaking our love language. Via DeliciousObsessions.com.
Grilled Salmon Burgers
Because why not add some Omega-3s to your next barbecue? 😉 Via Nutritioulicious.com.
7-Minute BBQ Shredded Beef Made From Leftover Beef Roast
Do you have some leftover roast and not much time? That’s okay! We bet you’ve got 7 minutes (and hopefully some Sourdough English Muffins)!
Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Mediterranean Chicken Skewers
Mediterranean flavors abound in these chicken skewers. We suggest hummus and veggies and dolmas on the side! Via FoodSmartMom.com.
Clams And Corn On The Grill
Clams, corn, peppers — all on the grill? No need to turn on the oven or make separate side dishes? Sold! Via LearningAndYearning.com.
Grilled Chicken Fajitas
Whether you’re serving a few or a crowd, grilled chicken fajitas with all the fixings is a perennial favorite! Via LearningAndYearning.com.
Easy BBQ Wings
You can’t have a barbecue without the chicken wings, now can you? 😉 Via RaiasRecipes.com.
Oven BBQ Chicken
Maybe you don’t own a grill or can’t use one because of where you live. That doesn’t mean a life without barbecue! Via RaiasRecipes.com.
The Irish Burger
What makes a burger Irish? Irish cheddar, of course! Also topped with a tangy slaw and a slightly spicy mustard, this burger recipe will be your new go-to. Via FoodHuntersGuide.com.
Honey Dijon Glazed Chicken Wings
With just 6 ingredients, you’re well on your way to delicious wings! This recipe works just as well for a football party as it does for a backyard barbecue!
Via BackToTheBookNutrition.com.
3-Ingredient Tex Mex Chicken Wings with Cilantro, Honey, and Lime
Just 3 tasty ingredients is all you need to create a yummy, sticky sauce for these wings! Via BackToTheBookNutrition.com.
Salads and Sides
Spring Coleslaw
Just a simple cole slaw with spring radishes — but not lacking in nutrition or flavor AT ALL! Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Shaved Asparagus and Prosciutto Salad
Here’s a show-stopping side dish to go with any grilled meat or fish! Via PaleoPaparazzi.com.
Our Favorite Pasta Salad
This pasta salad has a creamy basil dressing and is a crowd favorite! Via GetInspiredEveryday.com.
Spaghetti Squash Salad — low-carb, gluten-free, AIP
Skip the carbs and have this pasta-alternative instead! Spaghetti squash stands in for noodles in this easy pasta salad! Via WholeNewMom.com.
Potato Salad With Green Beans And Rustic Pesto
Red potatoes, green beans, and fresh herbs… This is NOT your typical potato salad! Via TheOrganicKitchen.com.
Simple Greek Salad With Red Wine Vinaigrette
You don’t need a lot of time to whip up this easy Greek Salad and homemade dressing! Via TheRisingSpoon.com.
Classic Coleslaw: Grain Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free Option
Classic coleslaw gets dressed up (or is it dressed down?)! This is everything you want in coleslaw and nothing you don’t!
Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Grilled Avocados Stuffed With Corn & Black Bean Salsa
When everyone gets their own grilled avocado stuffed with sweet and crunchy corn and black bean salsa, everyone is full and happy! Via Nutritioulicious.com.
Kitchen Sink Grilled Veggies
No, you’re not actually putting the sink on the grill! 😉 But the sky is the limit when it comes to all the veggies you can grill! Via FlabsToFitness.com.
Simple Summer Carrot Salad (gluten-free, dairy-free option)
Simple is what summer food is all about. Spend more time playing and less time in the kitchen with this simple salad! Via DeliciousObsessions.com.
Golden Beet Slaw
Fresh and mildly sweet golden beets tossed in a delicious, creamy dressing make for a cool, crisp kid-pleasing side! Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Grain-Free Paleo Baked Onion Rings
What’s a burger without the onion rings?! These grain-free onion rings are baked, not fried! Via HealyEatsReal.com.
Crisp Apple Coleslaw
Coleslaw gets an upgrade with sweet apples! Via PistachioProject.com.
Pasta Salad: Grain, Egg, Nut, Dairy Free
We love the use of zoodles in this pasta salad recipe!
Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
Field Greens Salad With Peaches And Herbs
Grilled peaches… What more do you need to finish off a perfect summer meal? Via StudioBotanica.com.
Grilled Peas In A Pod
This easy recipe makes such great use of summer peas! You’ll find yourself grilling your pea pods over and over again! Via StudioBotanica.com.
Russian Probiotic Potato Salad
Have you ever heard of a barbecue WITHOUT potato salad??? Yeah, neither have we. And this is the ONLY potato salad recipe you need!
Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Baked Carrot Fries (Paleo & Vegan)
Burgers and fries… errrrr, carrot fries for those of us who can’t or don’t want to have potatoes! Via HealyEatsReal.com.
The Best Broccoli Bacon Salad
Because bacon makes everything better, we know you’re going to believe that this TRULY is the BEST broccoli salad ever!
Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Mediterranean Stuffed Grape Leaves {Dolmas}
There are no rules when it comes to what can and can’t be served at a barbecue. We think these dolmas are perfect alongside kebabs or grilled lamb! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
No-Bake Baked Beans (GF)
Soaked beans means your guests won’t leave with bloated tummies or gas! Win! Via TheNourishingHome.com.
Nourishing Baked Beans
Classic sweet baked beans with a nourishing twist! Via NourishingSimplicity.org.
Spreads, Sauces, & Condiments
Raw Blender BBQ Sauce (gluten, grain, dairy free)
A good BBQ suace is a must-have for any summer grilled meal! Ribs, burgers, wings… this sauce has you covered! Via DeliciousObsessions.com.
Barbeque Sauce
If you’re tired of avoiding BBQ sauce because of the high fructose corn syrup, MSG, and preservatives, avoid no more! Via RaisingGenerationNourished.com.
3 Fermented Mustard Recipes
Satisfy the mustard-lovers with not 1, but 3 types of mustard for their burgers! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Lacto-Fermented Homemade Ketchup
Add a probiotic kick to your burgers and fries with a lacto-fermented ketchup! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Savory Barbeque Sauce
Don’t like sweet barbecue sauce? Here’s a savory version to satisfy! Via FlabsToFitness.com.
Chipotle Lime Taco Dip
For chips or veggies, this taco dip makes a great side or appetizer! Via GrassFedSalsa.com.
Sorghum And Roasted Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce
Sorghum syrup and rhubarb take barbecue sauce to a whole new level! Via ReformationAcres.com.
Zesty Pickled Jalapeno Relish
Spicy jalapeno relish is what your burgers and brats have been missing! Via ReformationAcres.com.
Cherry Chipotle BBQ Sauce
Smoky, fruity, and a little bit spicy, this sauce begs to be paired with pork ribs and roast! Via NittyGrittyLife.com.
Caramelized Onion and Shallot Dip
When you need a unique dip, a caramelized onion and shallot dip for veggies or chips is the best! Via BackToTheBookNutrition.com.
Healthy 5-Minute Ranch Dip
In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a ranch dip to stand in for the tubs of store-bought dip! Via BackToTheBookNutrition.com.
Lacto-Fermented Guacamole
Bust out the blue corn chips! The guac is here, and it’s fermented to boot! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Fermented Tex-Mex Salsa
Serve this fermented salsa alongside your guac and no other appetizers are necessary! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Naturally Fermented Jalapeño Peppers
We love these peppers on burgers, however they’re great on hot dogs or even on top of a salad for a spicy kick! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Drinks
Stevia-Sweetened Lavender Lemonade {sugar-free & THM:FP!}
Sweet, sour, and delightfully floral, this herbal twist on lemonade is sweetened only with stevia. So everyone at the BBQ can enjoy it without a sugar high! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Probiotic Water Kefir Tea
An effervescent treat, water kefir makes a fantastic soda replacement. Put your jars straight into the cooler and pull them out when thirst strikes! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Blackberry Mojitoes {Summer Mocktail}
These non-alcoholic mocktails are full of summer blackberry flavor and are so refreshing! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
2 Summer Spritzers
Can’t decide on just 1 flavor? Then take 2! Via TraditonalCookingSchool.com.
Hibiscus Strawberry Iced Tea Cooler
Hibiscus has a very distinct, delightful taste… tart, lemony, and fruity. It’s heavenly paired with sweet, juicy strawberries. Via RecipesToNourish.com.
Ginger-Lemon Mocktail: The Perfect Summer Drink
Ginger, lemon, and apple cider vinegar — the star players in this easy-peasy beverage — rock my world. They’re such small, simple ingredients, but each one of them packs a powerful punch to nourish, hydrate, and detoxify your body. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Desserts
Off-Grid Lime Kefir Ice Cream With Fermented Blueberry Syrup
Make your gut happy with this homemade, no-churn, probiotic kefir ice cream with fermented blueberry sauce! No ice cream maker required — the kids can do all the “churning” for you! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Roasted Cinnamon Peach Probiotic Gelato
Use those summer peaches for a creamy, cold gelato, and dessert for your next outdoor get-together is taken care of! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Allergy-Free Strawberry Shortcake
Isn’t strawberry shortcake the quintessential summer dessert? This version is grain- and gluten-free! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Herb, Flower, & Citrus Essential Oil Ice Cream
Capture the goodness of summer herbs and flowers with citrus in this light ice cream! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Dairy-Free Chocolate Mint Ice Cream
Can’t have dairy? You CAN have this ice cream! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Instant Strawberry Ice Cream
No ice cream machine? No problem! This delicious strawberry ice cream doesn’t require one! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Roasted Strawberry Balsamic Crème Fraîche Ice Cream
Full of probiotics from the crème fraîche and flavor from roasted strawberries, balsamic vinegar also adds a punch of flavor!
Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Southern Coconut Cream Pie
No Southern barbecue is complete without a homemade pie to round off the meal. This Paleo pie may be the healthiest, best-tasting pie you’ll ever make! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Grain-Free Mixed Berry Cobbler
If you’re grilling anyway, why not cook dessert on the grill too? A mixed berry cobbler in a cast iron skillet rounds out a backyard barbecue!
Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Chocolate Silk Pie
Cold and silky-smooth, this pie is for the chocolate-lovers! Via ReformationAcres.com.
Frozen Melon Kebabs
Give the kids an activity and dessert! These frozen melon kebabs will keep little hands out of trouble AND provide everyone with a cold, healthy dessert later! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Sourdough Cobbler — Allergy-Friendly
A nourishing sourdough cobbler reminds us of days gone by and is the perfect use for summer berries! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Still looking for healthy, cool summertime desserts? Try these 100+ Cold Desserts For Summer (Paleo, GAPS, Keto options).
What are your favorite nourishing grill and barbecue recipes? Which of these will make an appearance at your next barbecue?
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Stephanie Raffaele says
I typically let my husband do all the grilling but lately I have wanted to learn. So that I no longer will have to wait until he gets home from work. Thanks for the great tips!
lesliebaker says
The Argentinian Beef Kabobs With Chimichurri Sauce sounds exciting, will definitely try it on my Traeger grill