Spicy Grilled Shrimp topped w/ Pineapple Sauce!

Warmer weather's right around the corner and we're finally firing up the grill! Whether it's a weeknight dinner, relaxing summer weekend, or you're having a couple of friends over, these Healthy Grilling Recipes are all flavor without the guilt. Make these quick and easy barbecue recipes are perfect for a delicious wholesome meal in no time at all!

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15 Healthy Grilling Recipes

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Warmer weather’s right around the corner and we’re finally firing up the grill! Whether it’s a weeknight dinner, relaxing summer weekend, or you’re having a couple of friends over, these Healthy Grilling Recipes are all flavor without the guilt. Make these quick and easy barbecue recipes for a deliciously wholesome meal in no time at all!

I love everything about grilling season – the way it smells, being outside in the warm summer air, inviting people over to share a meal….it’s amazing! But, to be honest, it’s something that we (my husband and I) don’t do enough. This year, in an effort to get outside more, it’s something that we’re hoping to really do more of!

Thankfully, these 15 Healthy Grilling Recipes are incredibly quick and easy to make! Not only are they bursting with summer flavors, but they’re also nutritious and wholesome. Be sure to save this list and have it on hand for healthy grilling all summer long!

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The BEST Healthy Grilling Recipes

If you’re ready to spend more time in your backyard or on the deck, then these 15 BEST ever Healthy Grilling Recipes are perfect. Whether it’s a small, casual summer gathering or you’re just making dinner on a weekend, these recipes will give you all the warm weather feels. Here’s what’s in this post:

Healthy Grilled Steaks & Beef

1. Red Pepper & Kale Beef Burgers w/ Grilled Onions & Goat Cheese

Red Pepper & Kale Beef Burgers w/ Grilled Onions & Goat Cheese!

Savory, smoky, and lightly spicy wholesome Red Pepper & Kale Beef Burgers w/ Grilled Onions & Goat Cheese! This recipe is next level, delicious, and sure to impress anyone.

2. Perfectly Grilled Steak (opens in a new tab)

Perfect Grilled Steak with Herb Butter features a homemade steak seasoning and buttery herb finish. This easy sizzling grilled steak recipe is mouthwatering!

3. Steak Kabobs (opens in a new tab)

These Steak Kabobs are marinated in a delicious steak marinade and stacked on a skewer with mushrooms, bell pepper, and red onion and grilled to perfection!

Healthy Grilled Chicken Recipes

4. Grilled Chicken Kabobs w/ Tzatziki Sauce

Greek Chicken Kabobs loaded with delicious summer squash, zucchini, red onions, hearty Mezzetta Peppers, dipped in a creamy cucumber dill Tzatziki Sauce! These are sure to be a hit at your next summer barbecue party!

5. Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken (opens in a new tab)

These Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken breasts are so easy to make, tender, juicy, and full of lemony flavor. Grilled with some zucchini and takes just 30 minutes of your time.

Seafood On The Grill

6. Spicy Grilled Shrimp w/ Pineapple Sauce

Spicy Grilled Shrimp topped w/ Pineapple Sauce!

Savory, delicious Spicy Grilled Shrimp topped off with cilantro, lime, and a sweet minced tomato and pineapple sauce. This healthy recipe is perfect for a fun spring and summer weeknight dinner or having friends over!

7. Grilled Seafood Foil Packs (opens in a new tab)

Looking for a grilled seafood recipe? Then check out this shrimp, scallops and vegetables packs drizzled with butter (or oil) – a wonderful dinner topped with chives.

8. Grilled Fish Tacos (opens in a new tab)

You just can’t go wrong with fresh, flavorful, and healthy Grilled Fish Tacos. These fish tacos are loaded with all the best toppings, including cabbage, pico de gallo and a simple homemade white sauce, or “crema”, and they can be ready in less than 30 minutes.

Vegetarian Recipes On The Grill

9. Grilled Veggie Burger (opens in a new tab)

This mouthwatering veggie burger recipe is slathered with barbecue sauce and doesn’t fall apart on the grill! One of the best vegetarian grill recipes you’ll find.

10. Veggie Skewers w/ Chimichurri Sauce (opens in a new tab)

Colorful, 30-minute veggie skewers grilled to perfection and served with chimichurri sauce! The perfect plant-based side or main for summertime BBQs.

Sides And Desserts

11. Barbecue Ranch Pasta Salad

Barbecue Ranch Pasta Salad in a white bowl

Creamy, savory, hearty, fresh, flavor-loaded Barbecue Ranch Pasta Salad. This delicious summer side dish (or lunch recipe) is sure to be a crowd pleaser!

12. Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Gooey, hot, melty, cheesy goodness. I think it’s safe to say that we could all use a little bit of that in our lives! Especially since this Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is super easy to make and perfect for a small gathering.

13. Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

Need a sweet treat? These Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and perfectly moist. Topped with a delicious cream cheese icing and made with simple ingredients,these cupcakes are the perfect dessert for a warm, summer day!

14. Chocolate Cherry Crumble Dessert Bars

A top shot of chocolate cherry dessert bars with a cherry next to them.

Chocolate Cherry Crumble Dessert Bars made with wholesome oats, almond flour, creamy chocolate, and seasonal cherries. The perfect gluten-free sweet treat!

15. Lemon Sweet Tea Popsicles

These Lemon Sweet Tea Popsicles are full of delicious summer flavors and perfect for the entire family! Make these fun sweet treats in just a few minutes, freeze, and have a yummy dessert or snack on hand for those hot summer days.

Spicy Grilled Shrimp on a cutting board and white table
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15 BEST Healthy Grilling Recipes

Warmer weather's right around the corner and we're finally firing up the grill! Whether it's a weeknight dinner, relaxing summer weekend, or you're having a couple of friends over, these Healthy Grilling Recipes are all flavor without the guilt. Make these quick and easy barbecue recipes are perfect for a delicious wholesome meal in no time at all!
Cook: 30 minTotal: 30 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup favorite veggies
  • 1 cup protein of choice (chicken, beef, salmon, tofu)
  • 1/2 cup quinoa or rice
  • 2 Tbsp barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Fire up the grill.
  2. Add your favorite protein and veggies.
  3. Drizzle with barbecue sauce.
  4. Serve over rice or quinoa.
  5. Choose any of these delicious recipes for healthy grilling all summer long!

Nutrition

Calories: 400 kcal

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