Summer is a time for bonding with friends and family over sun soaked days, vacations, and seasonal food. While you may not think it, a backyard barbecue can be a fun and frugal way to get to know your neighbors, reconnect with your children, and renew friendships. Forgo cell phones in favor of outdoor games like backyard Jenga and lawn Twister. Pass on processed fast food in favor of culinary delights prepared on your grill.
Here are some fun summer recipes to help you kick the summer off and bond with your friends and family and build summer memories that will last a lifetime.
Trust me, you’re guaranteed a delicious season with these fun summer recipes! For more yummy eats, follow Freebie Finding Mom’s Fun Summer Recipes Pinterest board.
Fun Summer Recipes
The Best Grilled Chicken Recipe Ever
Created in homage to the grilled chicken from the Versailles Poultry Days Festival, this fun summer recipe is sure to deliver the very best grilled chicken you’ve ever had. Plus, it’s a lot healthier than fried chicken.
Grilled Summer Vegetables with Citrus Dressing
The great thing about this fun summer recipe is that it creates a side dish that is perfect with just about anything you can whip up on the grill.
Homemade Classic BBQ Rib Sauce
Would the season be the same without a fun summer recipe for BBQ sauce? I think not! BBQ is one of the best activities of summer.
Homemade Sweet Potato and Kale Veggie Chips
Greasy potato chips may be tasty but this fun summer recipe provides an alternative that is not only healthy but just as delicious.
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches
This fun summer recipe provides a sweet treat your friends and family won’t soon forget. Bonus: It’s gluten free!
Homemade Orange Juice and Fruit Popsicles
When you need to beat the heat and are looking for a slightly healthier dessert option, consider this fun summer recipe. Don’t be afraid to get creative and mix and match fruits.
Whether you’re having a neighborhood block party or just cooking dinner for your family, these fun summer recipes are sure to delight all. Try each of them over the summer to find your favorite.
Do you have other fun summer recipes? If so, share them in the comments!
Ashley Bree Perez says
I love this!!! very cool:)
Alyana Abrantes says
I’d like to try the fruit Popsicle recipes 🙂