Fire Up The Grill: Spring Recipes For The Ultimate Backyard BBQ

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As the weather gets warmer, it’s time to fire up the grill and get cooking! We’ve rounded up some of the best spring grilling recipes that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters

chicken legs on a grill.
Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Grilled chicken leg quarters may be one of the simplest, down-home meals you can make. An easy marinade and simple rub goes a long way for ensuring juicy, tender dark meat with that flame-kissed flavor you can only get from a grill.
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

pile of grilled shrimp skewers.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Barbecue shrimp is one of those simple and yet perfectly summer recipes. Perfect as a side dish to a masterfully grilled steak or tacos, or as a stand-alone alongside a grilled salad, this grilled shrimp skewers recipe is an essential summer dish. And one we can’t get enough of.
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Grilled Spatchcock Chicken

spatchcock chicken being removed from the grill.
Grilled Spatchcock Chicken. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Hearing grilled chicken on the menu may elicit feelings of fear of dry and bland chicken drenched in too much barbecue sauce. But that is a thing of the past. It turns out how you grill it is the key. Introducing grilled spatchcock chicken; it’s tender, juicy meat and the best way to grill a whole chicken.
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Grilled Tri-Tip

Overhead of a sliced cooked tri-tip.
Grilled Tri-Tip. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Grilled tri-tip is one of those cuts that, when cooked well, is mouth-wateringly delicious. Perfect shaved thin for sandwiches, nachos, and of course, tacos. This grilled tri-tip is rubbed with a blend of umami and beer blends and then char-grilled to perfection. Excellent for the weekly meal prep and bold, beefy flavor.
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BBQ Pork Steaks

Slicing grilled pork steaks.
BBQ Pork Steaks. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Fire, smoke, flavor, and pork – that’s all you need to make a knock-your-socks-off amazing BBQ Pork Steak. Thick, meaty pork porterhouse chops are the star of this easy dish that’ll make you forget all about that salad or other sides.
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How to Grill Salmon

Overhead shot of grilled salmon filets.
How to Grill Salmon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Grilling fish can be one of the most intimidating things on the grill. But once you master it, the flavor is hard to beat! Like all things, a little practice goes a long way, and here are our best tips and tricks for how to grill salmon to perfection every time.
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Grilled Tilapia

Beautiful grilled tilapia in a cast iron pan.
Grilled Tilapia. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Grilled Tilapia is a great fish for simple meals at a perfect price point, but is it possible to grill it for great flavor without losing all the meat between the grates? Yes, and this cast iron campfire recipe for charcoal-grilled tilapia is just the solution for that.
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Grilled Sausage Kabobs

Layers of sausage kabobs.
Grilled Sausage Kabobs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Kick up the flavor of the classic kabob with these fast and easy smoked sausage kabobs. Peppers, onions, and a whole lot of honey barbecue flavor!
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Grilled Top Sirloin Steaks

Sliced sirloin steaks.
Grilled Top Sirloin Steaks. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Fire up that grill because it’s steak night! With a kiss of flame and a bit of smoke from the fire, Grilled Top Sirloin Steaks are every bit as delicious as filet mignon but are a fraction of the cost!
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Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings

Pile of grilled chicken wings.
Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These crispy Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings are spicy, golden brown chicken wings – packed with flavor and grilled to perfection! These wings are so easy to make and perfect for game day!
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Bavette Steak Salad

grilled bavette steak salad and grilled veg on plate.
Rustic Grilled Bavette Steak Salad. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Perfect for a quick night when you don’t want to forfeit flavor for healthy. This Rustic Grilled Bavette Steak Salad recipe is a stunner and one for your little black book of recipes.
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Grilled Flat Iron Steak

Fresh summer produce and grilled flat iron steak piled into a beautiful salad on a serving platter.
Flat iron steak salad with grilled watermelon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

If you are looking for a classic steakhouse meal with a healthy homemade recipe, this Grilled Flat Iron Steak is for you. A flat iron cut packs a punch when it comes to flavor and simplicity.
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Grilled Chicken Marinade

Pile of chicken legs on a plate.
Grilled Chicken Marinade. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Elevate your cooking skills with our mouthwatering grilled chicken marinade recipe! Explore the perfect blend of herbaceous vibrant flavors that guarantee tender, juicy, and savory results every time you fire up the grill.
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Grilled Veal Chops

Grilled veal chop on a plate.
Grilled Veal Chops. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

If you’re looking for a delicious meal, Grilled Veal Chops with Sundried Tomato Gremolata are a fantastic option. The juicy and succulent texture of the meat is truly exceptional, and the Tuscan-inspired mix of sundried tomatoes and herbs takes the flavor to a whole new level of deliciousness.
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Grilled Rack of Lamb

Sliced grilled lamb.
Grilled Rack of Lamb. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This really is the perfect Grilled Rack of Lamb. It’s tender in the middle, loaded with flavor from a simple spice rub, and seared to create a crispy browned crust.
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