Amazing Summer Meals for Outdoor Dining You Will Enjoy
By Catalogs Editorial Staff
Step outside of your comfort zone and innovate creative outdoor summer meals
One of the most universal joys of summer is grilling a meal outdoors. Though many people grow up eating hot dogs and hamburgers hot off the grill, the creative summer meals below will add variety and delicious flavor to your outdoor dining menu.
Grilled Vegetable Kabobs and Peaches with Pork Chops

How to Prepare This Menu

Cut peaches in half, brush olive oil over the inside, and remove the pit. Place the halves on the grill cut side down, they taste best when the sugars have a chance to caramelize. Using a grill basket will make it easier to turn and remove fruits and vegetables from the grill. Remove from heat after about 3 minutes and cut into smaller pieces. Toss with balsamic vinegar and crumbles of feta cheese.
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Kabobs make a great summer side dish because they suit the tastes of many eaters. Peppers, onions, squash, broccoli, okra, and cauliflower have a touch of sweetness when cooked until tender. Try a combination of two or three veggies and cut them the same size, about 1 or 2 inches thick. Toss with fresh garlic and lemon juice if desired, but it’s not necessary. Soak skewers in warm water for 10 minutes and space the vegetable pieces about a finger’s width apart. Avoid charring the vegetables by placing them on the grilled surface with the lowest heat. For best results, turn the kabobs and remove them from heat once a fork can easily slide through.
The distinctive grill marks on the pork chops and colorful vegetables and peaches appeal to the eyes first, and it will be tempting to arrange a plate that’s bigger than your appetite. Enjoy your outdoor meal, but don’t allow ‘hunger of the eyes’ to determine your portion!
Summer Pizza on Grilled Flatbread

How to Prepare This Menu

The perfect pizza crust is an art. Fortunately, you can cheat a little and buy prepared pizza dough. The size of each pizza will be determined by your cooking surface so determine how many pizzas you are making and cut the pizza dough accordingly. Roll the dough out on a floured surface and transfer it onto a baking sheet that’s smaller than your grill. Spray the top of the flatbread with a non-stick spray and flip the baking sheet to lay the dough onto the grill with the sprayed side facing the fire. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the bread starts to feel dry. Return to baking sheet grill side up.
Spread the roasted tomatoes and rosemary generously over the crust. Add grilled vegetables and meat. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top and return the pizza to the grill. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust browns.
Creative summer meals outdoors are delicious and memorable. There’s no better way to break bread with friends and families than under the stars with the season’s harvest.
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Outdoor Grilling Utensils
Grilled Pizza Recipe on Epicurious