The Ultimate Fourth of July Grilling Menu

The Fourth of July holiday is approaching which means it’s prime grilling season.  And, I love a good cookout with my family and friends.  If you’re looking for The Ultimate Fourth of July Grilling Menu, look no further!  I’ve got proteins, side dishes, and desserts all ready for you to try and enjoy.

Fourth of July Grilling Menu: Proteins

Grilled Hawaiian Pork Chops with Pineapple

Image & Recipe Source:  Our Farmer House

These tasty Hawaiian Pork Chops can easily be made for a crowd.  By combining two of my favorite things – pork and pineapple, this recipe is rich in flavor.  And, if you need to free up room on your grill, you could easily bake these instead.

Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Burger

Image & Recipe Source:  Food Above Gold

My Fourth of July Grilling Menu wouldn’t be complete without a juicy burger recipe.  This cheese stuffed bacon wrapped burger looks incredible!  With a step-by-step guide of how to stuff and wrap the burger, you’ll be ready to grill in 15 minutes.

Ready to Grill Barbecue Chicken Kababs

Image & Recipe Source:  Our Farmer House

I absolutely love this recipe for any summer grilling menu!  It’s full of flavor and all the ingredients are prepped ahead of time, so it takes no time at all on a hot grill. This recipe is perfect for the guests at your cookout that like to eat on the lighter side.

Fourth of July Grilling Menu: Side Dishes

Grilled Green Beans

Image & Recipe Source:  A Couple Cooks

If you love fresh summer green beans like I do, then you will love this Grilled Green Beans recipe.  It contains just four ingredients and is ready after 10 minutes on the grill.  It doesn’t get much easier than that.

Mexican Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

Image & Recipe Source:  Our Farmer House

When the menu is full of grilled options, we sometimes need a light and refreshing relief.  This Mexican Black Bean and Quinoa Salad is the perfect companion to any cookout menu.  It’s full of flavor with smoky cumin, jalapenos, and lime juice.

Grilled Potatoes with Garlic, Lemon, & Herbs

Image & Recipe Source:  Yellow Bliss Road

I believe every Fourth of July Grilling Menu needs a potato recipe.  While there’s something to be said about an old fashioned potato salad, I think it’s fun to try something different.  And, kids love a simple potato dish like this one.  With garlic, lemon, and herb flavors, this dish is sure to satisfy.

Cranberry Apple Coleslaw

Image & Recipe Source:  Our Farmer House

I can’t help but think about this Cranberry Apple Coleslaw every summer!  It’s refreshing and crisp on a hot summer day.  The apples give the slaw an extra crunch while the cranberries add a hint of sweetness – a welcome break from the smoky and savory grilled items.

Fourth of July Grilling Menu:  Desserts

Grilled Peach Crumble

Image & Recipe Source:  PureWow

I love peaches in the summer already, but throwing them on the grill and topping them with a crumble and ice cream sounds like pure heaven.  Not only is this recipe sophisticated, but I know it’s also delicious!  The crumble can be made up to a week in advance.

Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes

Image & Recipe Source:  Our Farmer House

It wouldn’t be Fourth of July without something red, white, and blue on the table.  These cupcakes are beautiful and sweet!  Perfect for little hands and portion control.  Also a great recipe to make ahead.

Banana Butter Pecan Kabobs

Image & Recipe Source:  Taste of Home

This is another grillable dessert.  Using pound cake and other simple ingredients, this recipe takes about 25 minutes from prep to table.  The combination of bananas, butterscotch, and pecans sounds so rich and wonderful!

What’s on your Fourth of July Grilling Menu?  Will you be trying any of my picks?  I’d love to see your holiday spread – tag me on Instagram and show off your summer creations!

XOXO,