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15 Grilled Vegetable Recipes That Belong at Every Summer BBQ

Your one-stop guide to the best recipes for grilled vegetables.

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grilled sweet potatoes with lemon herb sauce
Mike Garten

Now that it's officially summer, it's time to put your outdoor grill to work, and you’ll need plenty of delicious grilled vegetable recipes to balance out those burgers and dogs. With a little heat, these grilling recipes allow peppers, tomatoes and other fresh veggies to caramelize, resulting in a subtle sweetness that'll instantly add flavor to your favorite summer dinners.

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes With Lemon-Herb Sauce

grilled sweet potatoes with lemon herb sauce
Mike Garten

Tender grilled potatoes paired with creamy yogurt and a zesty sauce makes for a hearty side dish or tasty vegetarian main.

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2

Tangy Charred Coleslaw

tangy charred coleslaw
Mike Garten

Switch up the summer BBQ classic by tossing the cabbage on the grill. Game changer!

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3

Charred Salsa

charred salsa in a white bowl
Mike Garten

Skip store bought and impress your crew with this smoky, homemade salsa instead.

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4

Grilled Eggplant With Chickpea Croutons

grilled eggplant with chickpea croutons
Mike Garten

This gluten-free dinner is packed with protein thanks to croutons made from chickpea flour.

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5

Zucchanoush

zucchanoush
Mike Garten

Instead of baba ganoush (which is made with eggplant), this version uses sweet, peak season zucchini.

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6

Grilled Leek Potato Salad

grilled leek potato salad
Mike Garten

Dress up a classic summer barbecue side with buttery leeks, whole grain mustard and tangy apple cider vinegar.

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7

Grilled Carrots

grilled carrots
Mike Garten

A dab of spicy harissa paste and a drizzle of honey take these carrots to the next level.

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Grilled Corn and Ricotta Dip

grilled corn and ricotta dip
Mike Garten

Don't expect leftovers of this delicious dip of corn, ricotta, feta cheese and fresh lemon.

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9

Grilled Green Beans, Fennel and Farro

grilled green beans, fennel, and farro
Mike Garten

Grilled green beans provide smoky sweetness, while raw fennel gives this farro bowl a satisfying crunch.

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10

Charred Peppers With Queso Blanco

charred peppers with queso blanco
Mike Garten

If you're having vegetables for dinner, why not have a little creamy cheese sauce on the side?

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Grilled Onion Dip

grilled onion dip
Mike Garten

Think of this as onion dip 2.0. You won't go back to the soup mix.

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12

Grilled Ratatouille Linguine

grilled ratatouille linguine
DANIELLE OCCHIOGROSSO DALY

Loaded with zucchini, eggplant, peppers and red onion, this pasta is a summer veggie delight.

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13

Smoky Guacamole

smoky guacamole
Mike Garten

Up your guac game and toss those avocados on the grill. Trust us.

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RELATED: 20 Best Guacamole Recipes for the Avocado-Obsessed

14

Rainbow Veggie Kabobs

rainbow veggie kabobs
Mike Garten

Add a pop of color to your BBQ spread with lightly seasoned grilled veggies.

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The Easiest Grilled Peppers

the easiest grilled peppers recipe
Mike Garten

This simple recipe will be a staple in your summer arsenal.

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