Grilling Recipes: 50 Ideas For Summer (PHOTOS)

The summer is made for grilling, and Labor Day weekend may be your last chance to use the grill until next summer. But that doesn't mean that you have to eat just hamburgers and hot dogs (not that there's anything wrong with these grilled classics). You can make just as many different dishes on the grill as you can make inside your kitchen. From tandoori-spiced chicken drumsticks to salmon filet with "melted" tomatoes, the grill opens up a world of possibilities -- all accompanied by that great smoky flavor we just can't quite get when cooking indoors. Click through the slideshow below to learn what else you can make on the grill.

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• Sausage Mixed Grill

  Grilling an assortment of sausages at once is a great way to add a little variety to your dinner table. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/sausage-mixed-grill_n_1058667.html" target="_hplink">Sausage Mixed Grill recipe</a></strong>

• Cheddar BLT Burgers With Tarragon Russian Dressing

  You really can't go wrong with a burger -- and you can make it even better with the fixings. Melted cheddar, bacon and a homemade tarragon sauce, makes for one tasty burger. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/cheddar-blt-burgers-with-_n_1058280.html" target="_hplink">Cheddar BLT Burgers with Tarragon Russian Dressing</a></strong>

• Grilled Red Curry Chicken

  You can cook a whole chicken on the grill in just 30 minutes. The trick is to grill it flat -- not only does it cook faster but more of the chicken gets exposed to the smoky flavor. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-red-curry-chicken_n_1058460.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Red Curry Chicken recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Niçoise Tuna Steaks

  This grilled tuna is rubbed with French flavors -- mustard, thyme and shallots. Serve with grilled potatoes or green beans for a complete meal. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-nioise-tuna-stea_n_1058455.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Niçoise Tuna Steaks recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks With Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

  When grilling season hits, the first thing you want to cook up is a nice, juicy steak. And this is the recipe to follow to get the best results. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-rib-eye-steaks-wi_n_1059521.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks with Roasted Rosemary Potatoes recipe</a></strong>

• Italian-Sausage Burgers With Garlicky Spinach

  These burgers couldn't be any easier to make. Top the burgers with provolone cheese and sauteed spinach and spread the ciabatta rolls with sun-dried tomato pesto for extra flavor. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/italian-sausage-burgers-w_n_1058500.html" target="_hplink">Italian-Sausage Burgers with Garlicky Spinach recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Glazed-Salmon Sandwiches With Bacon

  What could possibly improve upon glazed salmon besides nice crisp bacon? In this sandwich, the two are paired together and make a tasty combination. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-glazed-salmon-san_n_1058445.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Glazed-Salmon Sandwiches with Bacon recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Lamb Kebabs With Yogurt

  This lamb is seasoned with cumin, coriander and Chinese chile powder. We recommend serving with a cooling Greek yogurt sauce on the side. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-lamb-kebabs-with-_n_1061461.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Yogurt recipe</a></strong>

• Pasta Salad With Grilled Sausages And Peppers

  Most of the flavor in this dish comes from the use of thinly-sliced grilled sausage. It's a great recipe to turn to if you have sausage left-over, but is also well worth pulling out the grill for. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/pasta-salad-with-grilled-_n_1058602.html" target="_hplink">Pasta Salad with Grilled Sausages and Peppers recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Chili Marinated Skirt Steak

  A quick chili marinade makes all the difference when grilling this steak -- it adds a depth of flavor. Serve with assorted grilled vegetables alongside. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chili-marinated-s_n_1056883.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Chili Marinated Skirt Steak recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Rump Roast Steaks With Balsamic Arugula

  Rump roast is usually reserved for roasting in the oven, but it's a great cut to throw on the grill. And the best part is, it's very affordable. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-rump-roast-steaks_n_1056838.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Rump Roast Steaks with Balsamic Arugula recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Scallops With Honeydew-Avocado Salsa

  Lightly grilled scallops are nicely paired with a refreshing fruit salsa. The salsa consists of honeydew melon, avocado and lime zest. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-scallops-with-hon_n_1058464.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Scallops with Honeydew-Avocado Salsa</a> recipe</strong>

• Grilled Turkey Cutlets With Olives And Almonds

  Turkey cutlets are spiced with smoked paprika and quickly cooked on the grill. When topped with olive, almond and red peppers it makes a quick and satisfying meal. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-turkey-cutlets-wi_n_1056994.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Turkey Cutlets with Olives and Almonds recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Steak Tacos With Avocado Salsa

  Almost every step of this recipe calls for a grill. The chiles, onion and garlic are grilled for the salsa. And the steak, onions and chorizo are grilled to fill the tacos. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-steak-tacos-with-_n_1058467.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Steak Tacos with Avocado Salsa recipe</a></strong>

• Veggie Burgers With Pomegranate Ketchup

  The secret to this veggie burger is the dried porcini mushrooms, which lend a savory flavor. Top it with jazzed up your pomegranate-molasses ketchup. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/veggie-burgers-with-pomeg_n_1061058.html" target="_hplink">Veggie Burgers with Pomegranate Ketchup recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Chile Pork Chops With Tortilla-Tomatillo Salsa

  Chile, coriander, oregano and garlic make this juicy pork chop stand above all the rest. Topped with an avocado-tomatillo salsa, you'll be eating this dish all summer long. <strong>Get the <a href="Ghttp://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chile-pork-chops-_n_1060875.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Chile Pork Chops with Tortilla-Tomatillo Salsa recipe</a></strong>

• Greek Lamb Kebob

  Lamb is paired with smoky grilled eggplant in this summery recipe. Top with good-quality hummus and serve with crusty bread sticks. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/greek-lamb-kebob-grilled_n_1057670.html" target="_hplink">Greek Lamb Kebob, Grilled Eggplant and Hummus on Crusty Bread Sticks</a></strong>

• Turkey Burgers With Spicy Pickle Sauce

  Chopped dill pickles, hot peppers and Greek yogurt are all the ingredients you need to make the spicy condiment for these turkey burgers, which are flavored with smoked paprika. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/turkey-burgers-with-spicy_n_1058762.html" target="_hplink">Turkey Burgers with Spicy Pickle Sauce recipe</a></strong>

• Soba Noodles With Grilled Shrimp And Cilantro

  The shrimp is quickly marinated with oil and lime before going on the grill. They're served atop a spicy and bold Thai noodle dish. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/soba-noodles-with-grilled_n_1058695.html" target="_hplink">Soba Noodles with Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Steaks With Onion Sauce And Onion Relish

  These rib-eye steaks benefit greatly from a marinade that includes Asian fish sauce, which tenderizes the meat without leaving any fishy flavor. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-steaks-with-onion_n_1061039.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Steaks with Onion Sauce and Onion Relish recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Salmon With Melted Tomatoes

  You don't often get something this elegant off of a grill -- but this recipe sure does make one show stopping dinner. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-salmon-with-melte_n_1058463.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Salmon with Melted Tomatoes recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Chicken Skewers With Hummus-Yogurt Sauce

  Grilled chicken, cumin-spiced onion pilaf, and a yogurt-hummus sauce make a great summer time meal -- light, no-fuss and delicious. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chicken-skewers-w_n_1057619.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Chicken Skewers with Hummus-Yogurt Sauce recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks

  Marinating these chicken drumsticks in yogurt and spice -- ginger, garlic, mustard seed and garam masala -- locks in the juices and infuses them with flavor. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-tandoori-style-ch_n_1058469.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks recipe</a></strong>

• Spice-Rubbed Grilled Pork Chops With Red Cabbage Slaw

  Paprika and cumin add a flavorful kick to pork chops while sweet and sour slaw round out the bold flavors of this modern take on pork and cabbage. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/spice-rubbed-grilled-pork_n_1056841.html" target="_hplink">Spice-Rubbed Grilled Pork Chops with Red Cabbage Slaw recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled-Chicken Tacos

  Tacos are a real crowd-pleaser. And the best part is, you can have them ready and on the table in only 30 minutes. Serve them with your favorite toppings, though we particularly love cilantro, avocado and salsa verde. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chicken-tacos_n_1058438.html" target="_hplink">Grilled-Chicken Tacos recipe</a></strong>

• Lemon-Stuffed Grilled Branzino

  This grilled fish is packed with flavor (and low in fat) when grilled with the bone in. Just a few fresh herbs and lemon are all that's needed to make a great dinner. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/lemon-stuffed-grilled-bra_n_1058522.html" target="_hplink">Lemon-Stuffed Grilled Branzino recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Tofu Steaks With Piquillo Salsa Verde

  Firm tofu tastes great on the grill. It holds its shape and gets nice and smoky. The relish that tops it is not too spicy and just a little bit tangy. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-tofu-steaks-with-_n_1058470.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Tofu Steaks with Piquillo Salsa Verde recipe</a></strong>

• Spanish Pork Burgers

  This pork burger takes on the flavors of Spain with pimenton (paprika) and green olives, which are incorporated into the patties. Top the burgers with Manchego cheese, caramelized onions and piquillo peppers. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/spanish-pork-burgers_n_1056037.html" target="_hplink">Spanish Pork Burgers recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Pork Tenderloins With Vegetable Curry

  Grilled pork tenderloin is accompanied with a fragrant vegetable curry. This curry is lighter than most recipes, using coconut water in place of coconut milk. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-pork-tenderloins-_n_1058456.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Pork Tenderloins with Vegetable Curry recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Lamb Steaks With Braised Vegetables

  These lamb steaks are topped with a fragrant and simple sauce made of parsley, garlic and oil. The sauce tops the steaks right before finishing on the grill. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-lamb-steaks-with-_n_1057587.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Lamb Steaks with Braised Vegetables recipe</a></strong>

• Sweet And Spicy Grilled Tofu With Cabbage-Carrot Slaw

  Tofu is coated with a spiced-sugar mixture and then grilled. This makes a nice crust -- and gives great flavor. Serve with a tangy cabbage slaw to balance out the sweetness. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/sweet-and-spicy-grilled-t_n_1057194.html" target="_hplink">Sweet and Spicy Grilled Tofu with Cabbage-Carrot Slaw recipe</a></strong>

• Middle Eastern-Inspired Chicken with Tahini Sauce

  In this chicken recipe, it's all about the sauce. And luckily, this sauce is so easy to make; you just need tahini, yogurt, garlic and lemon juice. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/middle-eastern---inspired_n_1058554.html" target="_hplink">Middle Eastern-Inspired Chicken with Tahini Sauce recipe</a></strong>

• Tuna Nicoise Burgers

  You'll find the bold flavors of a classic Nicoise salad in this burger recipe: fresh tuna, olives, capers and anchovy. The burgers can easily be made on the grill, just make sure to brush them with oil (not the grates) so they don't dry out. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/tuna-nioise-burgers_n_1058760.html" target="_hplink">Tuna Nicoise Burgers recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Acorn Squash With Cilantro Mojo

  You might not think to cook acorn squash on the grill (usually relegating it to cold-weather dishes) but the smokiness adds a nice balance to the naturally sweet fruit. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-acorn-squash-with_n_1056835.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Acorn Squash with Cilantro Mojo recipe</a></strong>

• Greek-Style Lamb Burgers With Oregano And Feta

  Make these succulent lamb burgers easily in the broiler. Serve each patty atop a Greek-style salad topped with feta cheese or envelope each patty in a pita bread. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/greek-style-lamb-burgers-_n_1056981.html" target="_hplink">Greek-style Lamb Burgers with Oregano and Feta recipe</a></strong>

• Eight-Spice Spatchcock Chicken

  Ginger, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, fennel and peppercorns are the main seasonings in making this potent chicken dinner. Serve with a green salad. <strong>Get the recipe <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/eight-spice-spatchcock-ch_n_1057545.html" target="_hplink">Eight-Spice Spatchcock Chicken</a></strong>

• Sausages With Tomato Relish And Melon Salsa

  These sausages are wrapped in a homemade tomato chutney and then grilled over hot coals in a foil packet. Serve with a side of fresh melon and avocado salsa. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/sausages-with-tomato-reli_n_1057548.html" target="_hplink">Sausages with Tomato Relish and Melon Salsa recipe</a></strong>

• Char-Grilled Corn Parcels Stuffed with Ginger Chicken

  Grilling chicken in corn husks not only keeps the meat juicy, but it also imparts some of the flavor of the corn into the dish. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/char-grilled-corn-parcels_n_1057552.html" target="_hplink">Char-Grilled Corn Parcels Stuffed with Soft Garlic And Ginger Chicken recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Trout With Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise

  This recipe lets you in on a great secret for keeping fish moist when grilling: mayonnaise. Adding a little mayo to the fish helps look in the juices. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-trout-with-lemon-_n_1058473.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Trout with Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise recipe</a></strong>

• Skirt Steak With Paprika Butter

  Skirt steak is a great grilling option for a dinner party. It's a fatty enough cut that you're guaranteed to have a juicy steak -- and it cooks quickly on the grill. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/skirt-steak-with-paprika-_n_1058689.html" target="_hplink">Skirt Steak with Paprika Butter recipe</a></strong>

• Bite-Size Bulgogi Burgers

  Some would say that sliders are even more popular than burgers -- and if you make this recipe, you'll be sure to agree. With one bite of this Asian-flavored slider, you'll be hooked. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/bite-size-bulgogi-burgers_n_1061464.html" target="_hplink">Bite-Size Bulgogi Burgers recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Spicy Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Iceberg Salad

  Traditional buffalo chicken wings get a healthy makeover when cooked on the grill. Topped with a tangy blue cheese dressing, they make a great addition to a green salad. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-spicy-chicken-win_n_1056842.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Spicy Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Iceberg Salad recipe</a></strong>

• Steak And Potato Kebabs With Creamy Cilantro Sauce

  Steak kebabs get a Southwestern spin with poblano peppers and a creamy sauce spiked with cilantro, chile powder, cumin and vinegar. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/steak--potato-kebabs-wit_n_1061964.html" target="_hplink">Steak and Potato Kebabs with Creamy Cilantro Sauce recipe</a></strong>

• Mediterranean Portobello Burger

  Portobello mushrooms look so meaty that they work wonderfully as a burger when grilled. Here each one is topped with a salad of red peppers, tomato, feta, olives and oregano, and served on sliced sourdough bread. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/mediterranean-portobello-_n_1049534.html" target="_hplink">Mediterranean Portobello Burger recipe</a></strong>

• Pesto-Topped Grilled Summer Squash

  There's no better fate for summer squash than the grill. It draws out its natural sweetness. Top with freshly-made pesto and toasted pine nuts. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/pesto-topped-grilled-summ_n_1061981.html" target="_hplink">Pesto-Topped Grilled Summer Squash recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Salmon Soft Tacos

  The grill is not only reserved for hamburgers and steaks, it also adds a nice smoky flavor to Mexican-inspired foods -- such as in these salmon soft tacos. <strong>Get the <a href="http://" target="_hplink">Grilled Salmon Soft Tacos recipe</a></strong>

• Turkey Burgers With Mango Chutney

  You don't need anything more than store-bought mango chutney to take these turkey burgers to the next level of flavor. Top them with grilled red onions and serve on crispy baguettes. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/turkey-burgers-with-mango_n_1062171.html" target="_hplink">Turkey Burgers with Mango Chutney recipe</a></strong>

• Marjoram-Rubbed Pork And Grilled Potato Salad

  Fresh herbs flavor this pork chop, making it a great summery meal. It's served alongside a grilled potato salad that's mixed with grilled onions and peppers -- feel free to add in any other vegetables you may have on hand. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/marjoram-rubbed-pork--gr_n_1061553.html" target="_hplink">Marjoram-Rubbed Pork & Grilled Potato Salad recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Chicken Kabob Salad

  This is no ordinary skewered-chicken recipe. It mixes chicken breast with sausage and crusty bread and grills it all together which makes for a great contrast in flavors and textures. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chicken-kabob-sal_n_1055077.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Chicken Kabob Salad recipe</a></strong>

• Grilled Chicken And Polenta With Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa

  Polenta tastes great when grilled; it gets a crispy exterior yet still maintains its creaminess. And the sweetness of the grilled peaches and blackberries pair wonderfully with it. <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/grilled-chicken--polenta_n_1061566.html" target="_hplink">Grilled Chicken and Polenta with Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa recipe</a></strong>

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Comments

[sabela]

06:11 PM on 05/31/2012

Some of those quicker cooking proteins are simply not worth me firing up my grill for. I use charcoal. But that doesn't mean I can't use my grill pan!