10 Summer Appetizers For Your Next BBQ
Summer is right around the corner which means it’s time to think about perfect food, and more importantly perfect summer appetizers. Below is a list of summer appetizers that aren’t just delicious they are also fairly easy to make.
1. Grilled Veggie Kebabs With Creamer Potatoes & Tofu
One of the best summer appetizers are kebabs. Consider making this elaborate kebab that includes a variety of veggies, potatoes and tofu. It’s perfect if you’re someone who doesn’t eat meat or if you just would rather to have appetizers that a big more healthy than anything else.
2. Maple Dijon Roasted Carrots
Another healthier summer appetizer are maple dijon roasted carrots. This dish is vegan, healthy and can feed up to six different people. It’s perfect if you’re going for a more healthy summer BBQ or summer dinner. Although it will also be a good precursor to a delicious hamburger as well.
3. Loaded BBQ Chicken Nachos
Now this is one of those not so healthy summer appetizers that is still equally as delicious. Nachos are a great way to make a beautiful presentation when it comes to serving your food while actually not requiring you dedicate an infinite amount of to prepare them. The recipe below for loaded BBQ chicken nachos will also provide an unexpected flavor combination.
4. BBQ Chicken Monkey Bread Ring
This summer appetizer might have a funny name but it is actually quite delicious. This dish will serve up to eight people and is another dish that is perfect if you want something that looks complicated but isn’t. This recipe requires cilantro, garlic, chicken, red onions and more that will come together to create the ultimate monkey bread. It’s also easy to pull apart which means none of your guests will have to worry about destroying the entire ring when trying to get their helping of this summer appetizer.
5. Honey-Balsamic BBQ Meatballs
Meatballs aren’t just for pasta. Consider creating these honey-balsamic BBQ meatballs for an unexpected summer appetizer that will surely wow your guests. Using colorful toothpicks will also make these easy for your guests to eat while mingling before your big meal.
6. Roasted Jalapeño Poppers
This summer appetizer isn’t for everyone considering the usage of the famously spicy pepper but that doesn’t mean it still isn’t delicious. They are also an unexpected usage of a jalapeño.
7. Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
These buffalo chicken pinwheels will impress your guests with your ability to create not only delicious summer appetizers but to also create ones that are visually appealing. Putting in toothpicks will also make these summer appetizers easier to pickup for your guests.
8. Dilly Cucumber Bites
These summer appetizers are also very visually appealing. The presentation alone will impress your guests, and the actual flavor of these will have your guests wanting to know what your secret is.
9. Honey BBQ Chicken Bites
You can’t have summer appetizers without including bbq chicken bites. Consider making these bbq chicken bites with honey bbq. They’re great because they won’t be too hot for your guests bu they also still pack enough flavor into each bite that they will be satisfied with your choice flavoring.
10. Grilled Cinnamon Pineapple
Last but certainly not least is this healthy, delicious summer appetizer. Grilled cinnamon pineapple is an unexpected but delicious summer appetizer that will be perfect for any sort of summer get together. Putting them on a stick will also help your guests avoid any unwanted sticky fingers as well.
