As summer quickly approaches, we’re dreaming about warm weather, sweet watermelon and smiling faces. Our favorite part of the upcoming season? Gathering with family and friends for a backyard bash, completed by a plate full of food, fresh off the grill. Whether you’re in charge of apps, drinks, desserts or sides, BYOW (Bring Your Own Watermelon) to the BBQ with these simple recipes. Keep scrolling for your new go-to guide, sure to please at any potluck.
Starters for Summer
Kick off the cookout right with appetizers for all audiences, from everyone’s favorite Greek salad to lettuce wraps filled with make-ahead BBQ pork. Trust us — these air-fried bacon-wrapped watermelon bites are pop-in-your mouth perfection.
Watermelon Greek Salad
Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Pork Lettuce Wraps
Bacon-Wrapped Watermelon Bites
Watermelon Salsa Bowl
Mmm-Mmm Mains
Hosting is hard, but simple recipes that will satisfy the masses make it easier. Try a twist on the traditional burger or bring the heat with watermelon chipotle wings for smiles as far as the eye can see.
Burgers with Grilled Watermelon
Fish Tacos with Watermelon Guacamole
Wings with Watermelon Chipotle Maple Glaze
Grilled Pork and Watermelon Kebobs
Shareable Side Dishes
We think it’s time to level up the basic BBQ sides of potato and pasta salad. Add watermelon to elevate these fan favorites, or mix it up with grilled spicy watermelon slices.
Watermelon Rind Orzo Pasta Salad
Grilled Spicy Watermelon Slices
Potato Salad with Watermelon Dill Pickles
Watermelon and Fennel Salad
Sip on Happy
No one can bring the party better than watermelon. Watermelon frosé is easily made ahead of time to freeze, scoop and share! Fill everyone’s cup with prep-ahead pitchers of watermelon raspberry lemonade or watermelon pomegranate sangria.
Spiked Watermelon Balls
Watermelon Pomegranate Sangria
Watermelon Raspberry Lemonade
Watermelon Frosé
Need a tasty treat to top off your meal? Get dessert recipes with juicy watermelon, great for a summertime sweet.
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