Red, white, and BBQ: 38 explosively flavorful 4th of July recipes

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This sizzling collection of mouthwatering recipes will take your Independence Day BBQ to the next level, delivering bold flavors and culinary fireworks that will have your guests begging for seconds.

Closeup shot of turkey burger sliders on a white platter.
Turkey Burger Sliders. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Carne Asada

Carne asada on a blue plate surrounded by cilantro, halved oranges, limes, and beer.
Carne Asada. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready for the ultimate 4th of July BBQ recipe with this mind-blowing carne asada. It’s bursting with smoky, citrusy, and savory goodness to every bite!
Get the Recipe: Carne Asada

Grilled Chile Lime Chicken

Grilled and sliced chile lime chicken on a white plate.
Grilled Chile Lime Chicken. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Chile Lime Grilled Chicken is an easy and delicious dish pairing the flavors of lime, chile, and sea salt with juicy, flavorful grilled chicken for your 4th of July BBQ.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chile Lime Chicken

Blackened Cod Tacos

Three blackened cod tacos on a peach tile background.
Blackened Cod Tacos. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Try something different this 4th of July with these smoky and savory blackened cod tacos are an easy and delicious fish taco recipe with crisp cabbage, fresh lime juice, bright pico de gallo, and lightly charred tortillas.
Get the Recipe: Blackened Cod Tacos

Turkey Burger Sliders

Closeup shot of turkey burger sliders on a white platter.
Turkey Burger Sliders. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With juicy turkey patties, crisp buns, and all your favorite toppings, this easy turkey burger slider recipe takes your favorite turkey burgers and makes them bite-sized – perfect for easy eating on the 4th!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Burger Sliders

Watermelon Mojito Salad

Watermelon salad garnished with mint and feta on a blue plate surrounded by cut limes, fresh mint, and a white linen.
Watermelon Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With the sweetness of watermelon, tangy feta, mint, and lime, this watermelon mojito salad is a fresh summer salad perfect for Independence Day!
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Mojito Salad

Warm Potato Salad with Bacon Dressing

Warm german potato salad in a white dish beside a bunch of dill.
Warm German Potato Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Prepare for a flavor explosion with this warm potato salad with a mouthwatering bacon dressing. With comforting potatoes, crispy bacon, and a dressing that’s rich, bright, and oh-so-delicious, this will be a new 4th of July cookout favorite!
Get the Recipe: Warm Potato Salad with Bacon Dressing

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A salad of mixed greens, basil, halved cherry tomatoes, and burrata on a white plate.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Step into summer bliss with the Burrata Salad. It’s a fresh and vibrant symphony of flavors featuring spring mix, aromatic basil leaves, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and a drizzle of luscious olive oil and sweet, tangy balsamic reduction!
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Pico de Gallo

Garden fresh salsa in a white bowl with a tortilla chip.
Garden Fresh Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready to dip, scoop, or pile it high with this tantalizing fresh garden salsa recipe. Packed with the perfect blend of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, and lime juice, it’s the perfect salsa for the 4th of July!
Get the Recipe: Pico de Gallo

Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

Beet cucumber salad with feta and dill on a pink plate.
Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Indulge in the sensational medley of sweet, savory, earthy, tangy, and salty flavors with this beet and cucumber salad. It’s a delicious and refreshing side for anything you grill up this Independence Day!
Get the Recipe: Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

Mixed Pickles

Mixed pickles in a glass jar.
Mixed Pickles. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Discover the magic of quick mixed pickles this 4th! In just a few minutes, they transform any humble vegetable into vibrant, tangy delights perfect for your BBQ table.
Get the Recipe: Mixed Pickles

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Dive into a summer romance with this caprese salad featuring arugula. Plump cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, fragrant basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic reduction come together to create a salad that’s filled with July sunshine!
Get the Recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad

Side Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Side salad on a white plate with a copper fork.
Side Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This delicious and easy side salad has tangy feta cheese, crisp lettuce, pumpkin seeds, a vibrant lemon vinaigrette and is a perfect pairing for grilled meats, sandwiches, ribs, or anything else you cook up on the 4th!
Get the Recipe: Side Salad

Serrano Salsa with Lime

Serrano Salsa in a white bowl garnished with cilantro and a tortilla chip.
Serrano Salsa with Lime. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Prepare to ignite your taste buds with this authentic spicy serrano salsa recipe! Roasted serrano peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, and lime join forces to create a tangy and delicious condiment that’s perfect for any 4th of July cookout.
Get the Recipe: Serrano Salsa with Lime

Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Grilled, sliced chicken on a white plate with cilantro crema.
Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This grilled chicken with cilantro crema is a perfect 4th of July grilling option. With juicy marinated and grilled chicken breast, and a creamy, tangy cilantro crema, it’s a delicious and flavorful pairing that’s amazing for weeknights or summer cookouts.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Portobello mushrooms buns with burger in between.
Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This guilt-free, quick, and easy to make Portobello Mushroom Burger is super juicy and looks exactly like a real burger bun you would expect from a BBQ evening. Fully grain-free, gluten-free, low carb, and perfect for diabetics, this portobello mushroom recipe together with ground beef keto burger is a must when you start thinking of grilling time.
Get the Recipe: Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe

TikTok Green Goddess Salad iside wooden bowl with crackers on the side.
TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our healthy Green Goddess Salad Recipe is a perfect keto salad you can use on various occasions that fits perfectly as an appetizer for St. Patrick’s day or any other gathering. Fully low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, diabetic friendly as well as sugar-free, this wonderful recipe for green salad mixed with green goddess dressing will be in your fridge from now on at all times.
Get the Recipe: TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe

Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon inside wooden bowl.
Low Carb Broccoli Salad with Bacon. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our easy hearty classic Broccoli Salad with bacon and blueberries is a simple cold salad perfect for your summer days. Fully low carb, keto, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for diabetics, this keto salad filled with nutrients is a perfect idea for your next Potluck party or get-together.
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Grilled Corn

A pan filled with ears of grilled corn.
Grilled Corn. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Don’t let summer pass you by without grilling sweet corn. Corn on the Cob on the Grill cooked in the husk is a summertime side dish that’s easy to make and always a favorite.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn

Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Pineapple upside down cake in foil.
Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pineapple Upside Down Cake is so retro but always a favorite. Today I am putting the One Hot Oven twist on this classic dessert and making Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Pineapple Pico de Gallo

Pineapple pico de gallo in a white bowl.
Pineapple Pico de Gallo. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This bright, fresh pineapple pico de gallo is not only great with chips, but added to anything straight off the grill! Try it with your favorite grilled meats and veggies for an incredibly flavorful meal.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Pico de Gallo

Pickled Serrano Peppers

Pickled serrano peppers and garlic cloves in a glass jar.
Pickled Serrano Peppers. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These quick and easy Pickled Serrano Peppers are a bright, fresh, spicy way to add flavor to everything from grilled chicken to sausage sandwiches this 4th of July!
Get the Recipe: Pickled Serrano Peppers

Steak Kabobs

Steak kabobs with peppers and onions on a cutting board with sauce and plates in the background.
Steak Kabobs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

For a main dish that wows, look no further than these Steak Kabobs. They’re juicy, flavorful, and great for grilling. Throw them on the BBQ, let them get all caramelized and tasty, and serve them up. Your guests will love ’em!
Get the Recipe: Steak Kabobs

Baked Beans

Pot of homemade baked beans on a wooden table.
Baked beans. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Homemade baked beans are so much easier to make than you think. And the flavor you get compared to what you have when you open a can? You will fall in love with these sweet and smoky beans and never go back!
Get the Recipe: Baked Beans

Lemon Marinated Chicken

Lemon marinated chicken kebabs on a skewer with green background.
Lemon marinated chicken kebabs. Photo Credit: Honest and Truly.

Chicken on the grill is so delicious and juicy. It’s even better when you mix it with this simple lemon marinade for more flavor. Go ahead and skewer it with your favorite veggies for a delicious summer meal everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Marinated Chicken

Beer Boiled Brats

Beer boiled brat on a white plate with fries.
Beer boiled brats. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bratwurst is a summer classic, and it’s even better when you make beer boiled brats. They are incredibly juicy and so flavorful. It’s a grilling win every time.
Get the Recipe: Beer Boiled Brats

Pineapple Habanero Sauce

Pineapple habanero sauce in a glass jar.
Pineapple Habanero Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Pineapple Habanero Sauce is a bright, fruity, super spicy condiment you can enjoy on everything from burgers to ribs!
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Sauce

Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

Sliced flank steak with chili butter.
Grilled Flank Steak With Chili Butter. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Flank steak is quick and easy to grill. This 5-ingredient recipe tops it with a sweet spicy chili butter that is full of flavor. It can be on the table in 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

BBQ boneless chicken thigh served with green beans.
Grilled BBQ chicken with green beans. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes

These juicy BBQ boneless chicken thighs will take your grill to the next level! Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, they will be a hit any time you crave cookout food.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

Greek Green Salad

Closeup side view shot of Prasini salad in a white dish.
Greek Green Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This simple, delicious Mediterranean dish of crispy romaine hearts, creamy feta cheese, fresh scallions and dill, and bright lemon vinaigrette. It’s a perfect side salad for anything off the BBQ!
Get the Recipe: Greek Green Salad

Green Bean Tomato Salad

Green beans and tomatoes on a white plate.
Green bean tomato salad. Photo Credit: Little Bit Recipes.

A fresh and flavorful side dish that you can enjoy year-round is green bean tomato salad. Not only is this delicious salad easy to prepare, but it also contains healthy ingredients that will make you feel great after eating it.
Get the Recipe: Green Bean Tomato Salad

Strawberry Lemonade

mint leaves, strawberries and lemon slices garnish a glass of strawberry lemonade.
Strawberry Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This homemade strawberry lemonade is bright and refreshing. Make it with fresh strawberries and real lemon juice for the ultimate flavor explosion.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade

Jack & Coke

a bottle of Jack Daniel's rests next to two cola cocktails.
Jack and Coke. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Need a quick cocktail? Whip up a simple Jack & Coke, one of the best two-ingredient cocktails! To make the best version of this two-ingredient drink, it’s all about the ratio.
Get the Recipe: Jack & Coke

Paloma Cocktail

low angle shot of a Paloma cocktail with pink grapefruit wedges in the background.
Paloma Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Step up you cookout game with a new cocktail. Surprise — the most popular cocktail in Mexico isn’t the margarita! It’s the Paloma cocktail, a refreshing drink made with tequila and tart grapefruit.
Get the Recipe: Paloma Cocktail

Chipotle Southwest Sauce

Chipotle southwest sauce in a glass jar.
Chipotle Southwest Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Chipotle Southwest Sauce combines smoke and spice with creamy mayonnaise, fresh cilantro, and tart lime juice for a sauce that wakes up any meal. Perfect for burgers and grilled meats!
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Southwest Sauce

Homemade BBQ Sauce

Homemade BBQ sauce in a jar with two spoons by the side.
BBQ Sauce. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Tired of store-bought sauces that just don’t cut the mustard? Say hello to our mouthwatering homemade BBQ sauce that will have you licking your fingers in no time. It’s the stuff dreams are made of! Imagine a rich, smoky base infused with layers of sweetness and a hint of heat, all perfectly balanced to create a sauce that’s finger-lickin’ good. Get ready to be the talk of the cookout with this flavor-packed masterpiece!
Get the Recipe: Homemade BBQ Sauce

Mexican Street Corn

An elote bowl surrounded by cilantro, a halved lime, a white linen, and a glass of beer.
Elote Bowl. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with a 4th of July BBQ favorite – elote! Indulge in the smoky char of Mexican street corn, slathered in mayo, sprinkled with cotija cheese, zesty lime juice, and a kick of spices.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn

Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water

Overhead shot of cucumber lemon ginger water in a glass pitcher.
Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This refreshing water blends cool cucumber, zesty lemon, and vibrant ginger for a beverage that’s not only delicious but visually stunning. Say goodbye to boring old water and hello to a vibrant and invigorating drink that will keep you cool all 4th long!
Get the Recipe: Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water

Honey Lime Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Honey lime jalapeno vinaigrette in a glass jar.
Honey Lime Jalapeno Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This dressing packs a punch with its blend of spicy jalapeño, tangy lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and sweet honey. Perfectly versatile, it adds a burst of flavor to salads, grilled meats, roasted veggies, and anything else that needs a touch of excitement this 4th of July!
Get the Recipe: Honey Lime Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash

Air fryer zucchini and summer squash on a navy blue plate.
Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Grill crowded this 4th? This air fryer zucchini and squash recipe may be just the thing! It’s lightly seasoned with salt, pepper, and olive oil and cooked in the air fryer until it achieves a delicious browning.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash

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