30 unconventional but delicious foods to BBQ

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Think outside the bun and treat your grill to something other than fat drippings.

 

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Oysters - It seems intimidating, but all you have to do is throw them on the fire flat-side up for five minutes. To put it over the top, add a bit of parmesan and garlic butter on top.

 

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Watermelon - If you’ve never had a grilled watermelon salad with salty feta, fresh red onions, field greens, and syrupy balsamic vinegar, this is the summer to try it.

 

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Rice balls - Yaki onigiri, or Japanese grilled rice balls, are an easy way to liven up your barbecue. Simply form warm short-grain rice into balls using plastic wrap, then grill with butter and soy sauce when you’re ready.

 

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Quesadillas - They're crispy, smoky, and incredibly easy to make. If you need something a little more fancy, use grilled corn and goat cheese inside.

 

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Guacamole - Throw corn and avocado halves onto the grill and let them char, then add them to a bowl with red onion, garlic, lime juice, and jalapeño. You’ll never do guac any other way.

 

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Watermelon - If you’ve never had a grilled watermelon salad with salty feta, fresh red onions, field greens, and syrupy balsamic vinegar, this is the summer to try it.

Wow never know that can have grilled watermelon.

 

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Romaine hearts - You might not think to throw a leafy greens on the barbecue, but grilled romaine hearts with Caesar dressing makes a delicious and healthy side for a fraction of the calories.

 

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Tofu - A healthy and veg-friendly addition is sure to please at any barbecue. Slather thick cuts with a sweet and spicy marinade for a burger replacement, or skewer them with vegetables for an appetizer.

 

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Zucchini roll-ups - Grill long slices of zucchini until they blister and soften enough to slather them with goat cheese and roll them up for a classy and simple appetizer.

 

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Kale - Succumb to the kale chip craze as you taste the leafy green’s crisp edges and smoky flavor. Mix with ricotta, grilled plums, and fish for the classiest of celebrations.

 

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Flatbread pizza - Get that traditional wood-fired effect for minimal effort by laying store-bought pizza dough onto the grill and covering it in your favorite toppings. Try sautéed mushrooms, leek, onion, balsamic vinegar, basil, and parmesan.

 

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Portobello mushroom caps - If you’re in the burger mood but are looking for a meat alternative, portobello mushrooms are perfect. They’re chewy and flavorful, and they go really well with a slice of gooey cheese.

 

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Polenta - Swap out the traditional burger bun for thick slices of grilled polenta, or top polenta with slices with tomato, mozzarella, and basil for classy and healthy snacks.

 

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Brussel sprouts - It’s cool not to like brussel sprouts when you’re a kid, but now it's time to get onboard. Grilled so they’re tender on the inside and crisp on the outside, pair the sprouts with bacon and maple syrup.

 

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Broccolini - This charred broccolini is a healthy and no-fuss side that tastes amazing when mixed with bright lemon juice and hot red chili flakes.

 

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Carrots - Reacquaint yourself with the orange crunchy vegetable as it sweetens and softens on the grill, then toss it with lime juice, a dash of cumin, and cilantro for a gustatory adventure.

 

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Lemon pepper chicken kebabs - Switch up regular vegetable kebabs by skewering chicken, lemon, asparagus, peppers, onions—or any other combination—and letting the grill do the rest.

 

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Sweet potatoes - Healthier and tastier than regular fries, slice sweet potatoes into thin wedges, toss with olive oil and spices (try a simple cilantro-lime dressing), and grill for about 10 minutes.

 

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Stuffed apples - Sweet and savory come together here perfectly as the flavors of the cored apple mix with sausage and sage stuffings to create the perfect dish.