Celebrate the 4th of July and all summer long by entertaining with these BBQ-friendly recipes!
The 4th of July is upon us and it's time for grilling, boating, fireworks and all the best things about summer!
And in honor of all the delicious gatherings that will be going on, I am sharing a recipe roundup of dishes that are perfect for a summer BBQ!
Tasty Italian Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a classic side dish for cookouts and this one is full of crunchy veggies, savory salami, creamy mozzarella and a zesty dressing. Ok, is it authentically Italian? Well...no. But it's super delicious.
Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Dip
Fresh basil, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and salty Parmesan are the perfect summer combo - and dips are perfect party food!
Sriracha Bacon Deviled Eggs
Sriracha and bacon add a spicy, garlicky, and savory punch to these deviled eggs - and deviled eggs are made for get-togethers!
Stuffed Turkey Burgers
Up your burger game by making these juicy burgers stuffed with cheese and roasted red peppers - a lighter option with tons of flavor!
Broccoli Salad
Get your veggies in with this yummy salad of crisp, fresh broccoli, fruit, nuts and bacon.
Kungaloosh
This frozen drink is easy, refreshing, and perfect for a party. Stay cool in the summer heat and enjoy this fruity, tangy, and boozy cocktail!
The Best Classic Guacamole
Chips, salsa, homemade guac at a party? Obvi.
Kicked Up Crispix Mix
Perfect for munching on, this classically delicious snack mix is made of Crispix cereal, nuts and pretzels coated in a savory spicy blend and baked to golden deliciousness.
Wishing you a happy, safe, and yummy 4th of July - whatever you do and whatever you eat!
I shouldn’t read this when I’m starving! It looks so delicious!!
Haha - it's making me hungry too!
....and amazing photography!
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Hi there! I copied your pasta salad recipe and saved it. What do you recommend as a substitution for the peppers? I don't get along with them! Thanks! Emily
Hi Emily! I think diced cucumbers would be a great substitute for the peppers, they will add a nice fresh crunch. I personally prefer english/hothouse cucumbers because the skin is thinner and less bitter, but if you want to use a regular cucumber I would take the peel off. I'd love to hear how it turns out! ????
Hi there! I copied your pasta salad recipe and saved it. What do you recommend as a substitution for the peppers? I don't get along with them! Thanks! Emily
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Thank you for reposting these, Rachel!!!! I have tried all of them and they are all perfect for summer BBQs!!! The Sun-dried Tomato Basil Dip is always a hit! I have a bumper crop of basil this year. I took some creative liberties and used smoked sun-dried tomatoes....so yum!
Your photos are so beautiful!!!
Thank you! The tomato basil dip is PERFECT for a big basil crop! ????