34 Brilliant BBQ Recipes

Barbecue with confidence thanks to these simple yet delicious recipes.

Whether you’re planning a family BBQ at home or looking for recipes for your next camping trip, there’s something here for everyone. Your barbecue can be simple or adventurous as you fancy! We’ve got everything from the humble burger to colorful salads and boozy desserts. With hearty mains, picky sides and glorious puddings listed below, try not to get too hungry as you plan your BBQ feast.

Mains | Sides | Desserts | Drinks

1. BBQ prawns with chilli, ginger, coriander and lime

This recipe from Maldon Salt is mouth wateringly perfect for seafood lovers. Smother tiger prawns in a buttery and zesty sauce before grilling for just a few minutes. Simple, easy, and delicious.

Recipe: Maldon Salt.

2. Chicken tikka skewers

Chicken skewers are a BBQ crowd pleaser. This recipe with a tikka twist is perfect and if you don’t like spice, go for a mild paste. Making your own marinade means this is low calorie and protein rich, ideal for a light bite.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.

3. Ultimate BBQ burger

Skip pre-made patties and follow this Jamie Oliver recipe for juicy, succulent burgers with all of the toppings. Top with homemade burger sauce and rainbow slaw for the ultimate burger.

Recipe: Jamie Oliver.

4. Sticky halloumi kebabs

This sweet, sticky, slightly spicy recipe for halloumi kebabs from Taming Twins is perfect as a meat free main option.

Recipe: Taming Twins.

5. Teriyaki chicken drummers

These sticky sesame coated chicken drumsticks are simple to make but pack a punch. They’ll fly off the BBQ.

Recipe: Waitrose.

6. Smoky miso aubergines

These smoky chargrilled aubergines from Olive Magazine are vegan and pair perfectly with a plate of sides.

Recipe: Olive Magazine.

7. Satay steak skewers

Try these steak skewers with a spicy satay sauce for a quick burst of flavour to your usual grilled rump.

Recipe: delicious.

8. Korean chilli and honey chicken

This Korean inspired chicken with a sweet and spicy glaze is simply delectable.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.

9. BBQ grilled cauliflower steaks

Continuously slathered in BBQ sauce throughout the cooking process, these caramelised cauliflower steaks are a veggie delight.

Recipe: Fork in the Kitchen.

10. Grilled kofte

Try your hand at barbecuing this mouth-watering Cypriot meat dish made with a mix of lamb and beef mince.

Recipe: Olive Magazine.

11. Crispy barbecued side of salmon

As per this Jamie Oliver recipe, cook your salmon skin side down for wonderfully crispy skin and light, flavourful flesh.

Recipe: Jamie Oliver.

12. Spicy coconut grilled chicken

These tender chicken thighs are the perfect mix of sweet and spicy.

Recipe: Delish.

13. BBQ sausages with tomato sauce

These sizzling sausages with homemade smoky tomato sauce are perfect for big groups.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.

14. Grilled corn on the cob

A simple side dish, grilled corn on the cob is the summertime crunch you crave.

Recipe: Natasha’s Kitchen.

15. Balsamic grilled mushrooms

Glazed with soy and garlic, these juicy mushrooms from Delish are an ideal bite sized side to any BBQ main.

Recipe: Delish.

16. Stuffed peppers

Chargrilled peppers can be stuffed with anything you like, these from BBC Good Foods are full of cheesy, tasty rice.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.

17. BBQ baked potato

Wrapped in foil, jacket potatoes are brilliant on the BBQ. Stuff with any fillings your heart desires, of stick to butter, salt ad pepper and eat alongside your mains.

Recipe: The Cookful.

18. Coronation chickpeas

 

Coronation chickpeas are the ultimate veggie side dish and take less than five minutes to put together.

Recipe: Easy Cheesy Vegetarian.

19. Grilled watermelon and feta salad

Juicy and sweet, this watermelon and feta dish tastes like summer in a salad. If watermelon isn’t your thing, you can replace it with nectarine instead.

Recipe: live eat learn.

20. New potato skewers with satay sauce

Perfectly cooked new potatoes on skewers, coated in a satay sauce, simply mouth-watering.

Recipe: Good Housekeeping.

21. Classic potato salad

A much-loved side dish, some might even say an essential part of a BBQ. This potato salad recipe is a classic.

Recipe: Love and Lemons.

22. Carrot ribbon salad

This tahini dressed crunchy side salad is a satisfying addition to any BBQ.

Recipe: The Pioneer Woman.

23. Tomato salad

Let the tomatoes do the hard work in this simple dish which only uses a few ingredients.

Recipe: The Modern Proper.

24. Caprese salad

Simple but classic, this caprese salad is a brilliant addition to a summer BBQ.

Recipe: The Kitchn.

25. Warm potato and Mediterranean vegetable salad

Roast Mediterranean vegetables with baby potatoes for a hearty side salad.

Recipe: Schwartz.

26. Caramelised pineapple with chocolate sauce

Juicy and sweet, grilled pineapple makes the perfect summer snack dessert and this one ticks all the boxes for chocolate lovers.

Recipe: Nigella.

27. Fruit salad

You can include any of your favourite fruits in this fresh dessert.

Recipe: The Forked Spoon.

28. BBQ fruit with boozy mascarpone

Mix dark rum into mascarpone and grill your favourite fruits to enjoy this boozy, after dinner dessert.

Recipe: Asda.

29. Smores

Try different combinations of your favourite biscuits, chocolate and marshmallows for this gooey BBQ treat.

Recipe: Aldi.

30. Barbecued banana split

Bananas on the BBQ turn into the most delicious warm, gooey, chocolate dessert.

Recipe: M&S.

31. Apple and blueberry crumble

Yes, it is possible to make a classic crumble on a grill, this George Foreman recipe shows you how.

Recipe: George Foreman.

32. Ginger lemon fizz

Make this gentle lemon and ginger syrup to add to sparkling water or lemonade for a refreshing fizz.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.

33. Hibiscus-honey iced tea

Simple, refreshing and can be made boozy, or not. The choice is yours.

Recipe: Martha Stewart.

34. Homemade pink lemonade

Make a large pitcher of this still but zingy summer refresher.

Recipe: BBC Good Food.