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I love spending 4th of July with the ones I love most, enjoying delicious food and drinks, and having some fun in the sun! No matter what your plans are this year, here are some 4th of July Recipe Ideas to try this weekend.

tito’s colada
This is deliciously simple with only three ingredients and perfectly refreshing to enjoy this summer.

Smoky Mango Margarita

watermelon limeade cocktail
This Watermelon Limeade Cocktail is absolutely DELICIOUS and oh-so refreshing.


spinach and artichoke avocado dip
Throw this in the middle of a platter of all the veggies, and you have yourself a delicious and wholesome appetizer that everyone can enjoy!

chicken lizzie bites
If you know, you know. And if you don’t. let me introduce you to the goodness that is “Chicken Lizzie” Bites!

cheesy chicken stuffed bacon-wrapped jalapeños
Between my love of spice and entertaining, these Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeños are a winner.

creamy italian pasta salad
It’s fresh, light, zesty, and just a total crowd-pleaser

mediterranean-inspired israeli couscous salad
My Mediterranean Israeli Couscous Salad is a great chilled salad to bring along to parties this summer or to make ahead when you are hosting!

southern-style pea salad
The end result is the perfect summer side dish to pair with any BBQ or grilled item.

street corn-inspired slaw with spicy tahini
This Street Corn-Inspired Slaw with Spicy Tahini is one you are going to want to pair with everything this grilling season!

spicy watermelon and pickled red onion salad
A good watermelon salad always makes me think of the Fourth of July.

the best potato salad
This recipe has IT ALL and it really rings true to a delicious old-fashioned potato salad that you’d eat at a BBQ restaurant or potluck feast!

german-style potato salad
A warm, tangy mustard alternative to a classic potato salad!

grilled veggies
Grilled veggies are the perfect accompaniment to your summer grilling festivities.

korean-inspired chicken skewers
Fire up those grills, because this Korean-inspired Chicken Skewers recipe is so simple and oh-so flavorful.

grilled chicken with chipotle-whiskey bbq sauce
Here is such an outstanding recipe to add to your menu that will seriously impress your family and friends.

instant pot blueberry barbecue ribs
Fall off the bone ribs in under one hour? Is there anything more heavenly than that?

whole30 bbq ribs
I cannot believe how good these suckers turned out, and if your guests will LOVE these whether they are Whole30 or not!

tender oven-baked ribs with vinegary bbq sauce
The vinegary BBQ sauce makes these simply irresistible—so tangy, a little spicy, and just straight-up delicious. Find on page 137 in The Comfortable Kitchen!

juicy indoor burgers with burger sauce
One of the best things in life is a big, classic juicy burger.

beer bratwursts with onions and grilled cabbage
I obviously ditched the bun and opted to serve my bratwursts alongside some beautifully grilled cabbage. You can absolutely ditch the cabbage and serve yours on a soft bun. You do you!

grilled salmon tacos with jalapeño tartar sauce
These Grilled Salmon Tacos with Jalapeño Tartar Sauce are just straight-up dreamy and perfect for all the summer entertaining + grilling.






















