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25 Favorite grilling dishes (and drinks!) for summer

posted on July 2, 2018Leave a Comment

Now that it’s officially summer and grilling season, here are some delish and EASY ideas for dinner or sides. These are all perfect dishes to pass for a BBQ, too!

Looking for grilling ideas or dishes to pass for a BBQ? Here are some great ideas for you--all simple and packed with flavor! via @DashOfEvans

Summer sidesClassic and crunchy Broccoli salad is lightened up with yogurt and extra crunch of Honeycrisp apples. YUM! Perfect side dish for summer and BBQs. via @DashOfEvans

  • Broccoli salad. This is a classic BBQ favorite, with a twist: honeycrisp apples. It’s also lightened up with yogurt. I love that this salad can be enjoyed for up to 3 days after making without turning into a soggy mess. Day 2 is actually my favorite to eat this!
  • Loaded Ranch Potato Salad. Everyone always asks what is different about my potato salad when I bring it to parties. It’s the ranch packet!
  • German Potato Salad. A different twist on potato salad that everyone will be raving about. I mean, hello BACON.Do you LOVE the Noodles + Co. Tomato Cucumber Salad? This copycat is even better! via @DashOfEvans
  • Tomato & Cucumber Salad. If making ahead of time, just save the dressing for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Easy Pasta Salad. Perfect for last minute!
  • Pantry salsa. Whip up this easy salsa and grab a bag of chips on your way–people will be asking for this recipe.

Main DishesMake tonight an island party! Jerk Pork Chops with Mango Salsa is grilled up in less than 30 minutes. YUM! via @DashOfEvans #GrillPorkLikeASteak (ad)

  • Jerk Pork Chops. Don’t shy away from the heat of jerk seasoning–it’s SO perfect paired with mango salsa. I love to buy a pork loin to slice for my chops, instead of pre-cut. They’re so flavorful and tender!
  • Freezer burger patties. When beef goes on sale, I stock up our freezer with these easy patties. You can also use ground turkey! They can be grilled on a busy weeknight straight from the freezer. Great to make ahead of time at a party, too!
  • Lemon Basil Boneless Chicken thighs. This marinade is our new go-to for chicken. So flavorful! Use fresh summer basil, if you have an abundance! Quick and flavorful marinade for chicken or any type of meat! YUM! via @DashOfEvans
  • Grilled brats with drunken cheesy peppers. Brats are always a must for summer grilling here in the Midwest! Since the beer cooks off, these are fine for the whole family to enjoy.
  • Bourbon brown sugar steak. This is one of my most popular posts…once you try the marinade, you’ll know why!
  • Baked white fish with a lemon caper sauce. Until summer, white fish can be hard to find here in Michigan. The minute I spot it, I make this recipe–Gabby’s favorite summer meal!
  • Peach tea braised country style ribs. You can use BBQ sauce or another favorite glaze for these boneless ribs.
  • Go-To slow-cooker pulled pork. I leave the BBQ sauce on the side so you can re-purpose leftovers for carnitas or other pulled pork meals.
  • Honey balsamic pork chops with strawberry salsa. Have you noticed we like pork for grilling season? It’s always on sale and flavorful! You can also use this with chicken!
  • Baked BBQ chicken legs. When it’s cold or not grilling friendly weather, try baking!

Sweet Treats

I’m not a huge baker, but here are some treats for that sweet tooth!

Looking for a show stopping dessert? These S'more Brownies with an Elvis twist are always a hit! Using a bit of bacon and peanut butter, these are a must try! via @DashOfEvans

  • Ooey gooey s’mores brownies. Need I say more?
  • Chocolate covered strawberry shell. Must have for any sundae!
  • Fruit cookie pizza. Take a little help from the store with sugar cookie mix!

…and you’ve gotta have a cocktail!

Say buh-bye to sugary, sickeningly sweet store-bought margarita mix! This fresh-squeezed homemade mix will be your new go-to for taco night! via @DashOfEvans

  • Triple citrus homemade margarita mix. Skip the store-bought and try this easy mix. You won’t be sorry!
  • Watermelon FroséRita. Yup, Rosé meets tequila for this frozen treat, perfect for a hot day!
  • DIY sour mix. There are plenty of amazing cocktails that call for sour mix–try making your own!
  • Passion fruit frozen Mojito. I hate biting into mint when I drink mojitos, so I decided to blend it up!Blueberry cocktails are SO hot right now! What better way to jump on the bandwagon than with New Holland Knickerbocker Bluberry Gin. It screams summer and can easily be sipped on the rocks. Or, make this Berry Gin Smash! via @DashOfEvans
  • Berry peach gin smash. This is my official drink of this summer. SO refreshing!
  • 5 Minute sangria. I bring this everywhere and people can’t believe how easy it is!

Okay, who is having a BBQ? I’ll bring the Sangria!

 

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Hello! Welcome to my site!

Ashleigh Evans, founder of the blog Dash of Evans and also InBooze cocktail kits. As a mom of 4, she likes to create easy meals, using a little help from the store.

I'm Ashleigh and I live in Grand Rapids, MI! I love to create recipes with bold flavors the whole family can enjoy.

As a busy mom of 4, I love to create easy, yet delicious recipes taking a little help from the store. Everything on this site is easy to find in your favorite grocery store. I am quite the bargain shopper and I can spot a clearance sticker from a mile away.

Also check out my new line of cocktail kits, InBooze, which uses dehydrated produce to infuse your booze.

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