32 Crowd-Pleasing Fourth of July Recipes
Yikes! Can you believe it’s already summer? Which reminds us, we have a barbecue to prepare for. Here, 32 easy Fourth of July recipes that the entire family and guests will love. After all, isn’t every holiday just an excuse to eat excessively?
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Whip up a batch, grab a bag of tortilla chips and invite some friends over.
BAKED MAC-AND-CHEESE BITES
In less than an hour, you can have 48 of these delightful little bites on the table, baked with two kinds of gooey cheddar cheese.
8 LAYER HUMMUS DIP
Loaded up with pine nuts, pesto, sweet peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro and feta cheese.
Spicy Glazed Meatballs
We prepare the balls with fresh ingredients, sauté them in a pan and coat the batch in our very own tangy glaze.
BABY BACK RIBS WITH BALSAMIC PEACH BBQ SAUCE
Slice these babies up and serve them alongside the remaining sauce. (You’re going to need extra napkins for this one.)
greek watermelon feta salad with basil vinaigrette
Sweet, savory and refreshing. Consider this your official salad of the summer.
Cauliflower ‘Potato’ Salad
Forget the mayo and all that starch and choose this option made with greek yogurt and our favorite veggie instead.
Baked Chicken Quesadillas
When we think of comfort food, our mind goes straight to these guys.
Avocado Deviled Eggs
And you thought Easter was the only occasion to use eggs. Let the kids help out with this one.
BLT Pasta Salad
Combines all the crunchy, savory, creamy ingredients of the classic sandwich—minus the bread.
Italian Deli Pinwheel Sandwiches
Not your average deli sandwiches. (Bonus points if you serve them with peperoncini.)
Chilled Cucumber Salad
All you have to do is slice some cukes, season them, and then let it all marinate in the fridge for a little. Easy peasy.
Grilled Corn with Spicy Aioli
Instead of boiling the ears and then dousing them with butter and salt, give these guys a flavor upgrade by drizzling them with a smoky Sriracha sauce.
Berry, Feta and Spinach Salad
The most festive salad we ever did see.
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Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork
We hope you didn’t put away your slow cooker for summer. Let your Crock-Pot do the work and then pile these guys high with tangy coleslaw.
GREEK LEMON ORZO SALAD
So fresh. So Greek. Serve alone or alongside your favorite protein dish.
Light and Tangy Coleslaw
This summer side comes together in a flash and can be made up to four hours in advance.
PINKDRINK POPSICLES
Did you really think we wouldn’t include a dessert on this list? Remember, calories don’t count on holidays.
Cauliflower ‘Tater’ Tots
When you need a break from all those potatoes, opt for these cuties that are crispy, satisfying and perfect for dipping.
Blueberry Crumble Pie
An all-American dessert recipe only instead of a traditional crust, we use a streusel-like topping to change things up.
Shrimp Boil Skewers with Corn, Sausage and Potatoes
We love low-maintenance meals. Just pop these guys on the grill, lay some newspaper on the picnic table and enjoy.
Cuban Sliders
The classic ham-and-cheese sammie gets a serious upgrade. Get your guests to help you assemble these delicious bites and then warm them in the oven before serving.
Roasted Buffalo Chicken Wings
We have a secret: These wings are baked from start to finish. Not to mention, they’re seasoned to perfection.
Rainbow Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
Why limit yourself to red, white and blue this holiday? These colors are sure to please any crowd.
Salmon Burgers
Want to add a bit of sophistication to your summer cookout? You need to try these.
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Charred Corn and Rosemary Grilled Pizza
A taste of summer in every bite. Feel free to get creative with the toppings.
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15-Minute Buffalo Chicken Sliders
A bite-sized American classic. (No one needs to know it’s rotisserie chicken and store-bought buffalo sauce.)
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Why choose between two favorite desserts? This easy recipe gives you the best of both worlds. You’re welcome.
Angel Food Cake with Mixed Berries
Not every cake needs multiple layers and heaps of buttercream frosting. We’ll take three slices, please.
Champagne Doughnuts
The mother of all holiday desserts, these babies are baked in the oven—not fried. Happy Fourth of July, guys.