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30 INSANELY GOOD APPETIZERS THAT WILL SLAY EVERY SUMMER BBQ
As the weather warms up and we start coming back together (safely, y'all!) it's time that we bust out the grills and throw a little shindig—with a little social distancing outside. No cookout is complete without appetizers for everyone to nosh on while waiting for the steak, ribs, and juicy burgers on the grill and these 30easy BBQ appetizer recipes will be the star of the event.
I love summer cookouts and barbecues (honestly, who doesn't?), and these 30 appetizers are a perfect mix of crowd-pleasing light, medium, or heavy bites. From grilled appetizers, to those whipped up in the kitchen, dips and spreads, seafood and sliders, charcuterie boards and salads, and of course delicious nibbles on skewers!
Check out the list and get ready to cook up these delicious foods all summer long!
Easy BBQ Appetizers
Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Krista Marshall
KFC coleslaw has been a beloved favorite for decades, so creating a make-at-home version was a no-brainer. You will love how easy and tasty this Copycat KFC Coleslaw is for your next burger night or backyard barbecue.
Get the Recipe: Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Mango Jerk Wings
Grandbaby Cakes
This Mango Jerk Wings recipe pairs a nuanced jerk flavor with the tropical sweetness of mangoes. You will never make wings another way again!
Crowd-pleasing coconut shrimp are crispy little bites of golden-brown deep-fried goodness with juicy jumbo shrimp inside. This recipe is super easy, quick to whip up, and served with the tangy, sweet, and savory coconut shrimp sauce that everyone loves.
Heirloom tomatoes and Persian cucumbers get tossed with thinly sliced red onion and a handful of other ingredients for a simple, delicious summer salad.
If you’re scrounging around the kitchen trying to find something quick and easy for dinner, look no further – I’ve got you covered with these tasty Jerk Pork Sliders. Since Pork Tenderloin is a fairly economical cut of meat, you can easily whip up this delicious meal without blowing your budget.
This creamy, flavourful herb-packed sauce adds a fresh pop of flavor to any dish. Deliciously served with roasted/grilled meats or fish, potatoes or served as a dip with veggies.
This Super Easy Keto Cauliflower Hummus recipe is the perfect choice for a great low carb dip for those special occasions or an easy meal prep for on-the-go! Smooth, creamy and dangerously addicting makes this keto friendly alternative to hummus a must-have recipe!
Creamy homemade avocado dressing drizzled over crisp butter lettuce, salty bacon, and sweet juicy grape tomatoes all on a skewer for the perfect party appetizer.
Summer is almost here, which mean grilling season is almost here! This Peach Grilled Chicken Wings recipe is sweet, a bit spicy and smokey for a delicious flavor combination.
Learn how to make a gorgeous appetizer platter that'll impress everyone and disappear quickly at your next party. This one's loaded with cured meats, cheeses, seasonal produce, and lots of sweet & savory bite-sized nibbles, so there's something for everyone.
This shrimp ceviche with avocado couldn't be easier thanks to frozen, fully-cooked shrimp. Everything gets chopped and tossed together in a bowl with fresh citrus and cilantro. Simple ingredients are transformed into a beautiful and flavorful accompaniment for salty tortilla chips.
Hot Ham and Cheese Sliders are a fun, easy, and crazy delicious freezer-friendly dish that is a hit at get-togethers with adults and kids alike! Use your favorite cheese and type of ham in between soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls then slather on plenty of that amazing garlic butter sauce that is full of great flavor.
This Loaded Black Bean Dip is the easiest party food you’ll ever make! It’s a simple 10-minute Mexican black bean dip garnished with fresh produce and Cotija cheese. It’s naturally gluten-free and vegetarian!
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms bathed in a simple balsamic herb marinade, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and basil and grilled to perfection. Drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze, these Caprese-style stuffed portobello mushrooms are absolutely delicious!
I can’t think of a more delicious and summer appetizer than Cowboy Caviar! This simple chip dip is always a party favorite and besides being so easy to make, I especially love how fresh and healthy it is.
Super flavorful, creamy and easy to make this appetizer is also known as French Onion dip. No more store-bought stuff as it comes together in 30 minutes! Eat it with potato chips, it's the best way!
Homemade pimento cheese with a smoky twist and a spicy kick is perfect for snacks and sandwiches on its own. Use it in any recipe that calls for pimento cheese as an ingredient, and take your dish up a notch or two.
These Grilled Shrimp Skewers are seasoned with a simple Cajun butter resulting in the most mouthwatering, succulent and delicious grilled shrimp. An easy appetizer or dinner recipe guaranteed to become a favorite!
These goat cheese appetizers will become a favorite recipe for a great many reasons. They’re easy to make yet impressive, universally liked, vegetarian-friendly, and beautiful.
