Funny 4th of July Pics Healthy 4th of July Recipes
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE
When we think of the perfect 4th of July menu, there's a few things that come to mind. You've gotta have the classics, like burgers and hot dogs, pasta salads, and potato salads, of course, but we also recommend adding a few surprise ringer items to your menu. It's the skewers, the summer-y salads, the cheesy dips, and the vegetarian options that always have people clamoring for more. Check out our list of 55 Fourth of July menu ideas—we bet you'll find some new classic recipes you'll come back to again and again this summer.
Don't make the mistake of just serving beef hamburgers this year—there are so many other options for what to put between your bun, like our turkey burger, lamb burger, chicken burger, or salmon burger. As for hot dogs, there are also tons of meat options for an upgrade (check out our list of the best hot dogs, ranked), but the real VIP move is to serve them ALL on a hot dog board. Think like a charcuterie board, with something for everyone (like sides, dips, chips… whatever you want!).
If you're looking to expand your side dish game, we highly recommend taking advantage of the bounty of summer produce. Everything benefits from a little char from the grill, like eggplant, summer squash, and even fruit—you can eat them on their own, like our grilled zucchini or grilled corn on the cob, or turn them into a side salad, like our grilled corn salad or summer panzanella salad.
And don't forget desserts! It's where you'll have the chance to let the red, white, and blue theme shine, like in our American pie, our star-spangled s'mores, or our cheesecake cupcakes (topped with blue and red berries).
Want more Independence Day inspiration? Check out our 4th of July drinks, appetizers, and desserts too.
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Summer Panzanella
Panzanella is one of those summer recipes that truly tastes like summer. It's one that you want to make in peak season—when the tomatoes are extra juicy, the squash slightly sweet, and the basil extra cheap. To give this classic dish more flavor, we grill the bread, zucchini, and onion until charred, then toss those with the remaining ingredients.
Get the Summer Panzanella recipe.
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Best-Ever Burger
There are about a 100 ways to top a hamburger, and we're not here to tell you what goes into yours. But it is our duty to make sure that you're cooking your burgers as deliciously as possible. With a few super-simple techniques and shopping tips, you'll be a burger master in no time.
Get the Classic Burger recipe.
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Lemon-Berry Firecracker Cake
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Hot Dog Board
What is a hot dog board exactly? It's an easy way to turn the cookout staple into a fun station for your party to build and top their own dogs—because, let's face it, everyone likes their dogs a different way! You can try out various styles of buns (think classic, potato, brioche), and include a few different varieties of meat as well (gotta have something for the vegetarians!).
Get the Hot Dog Board recipe.
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Grilled Chicken Kebabs
Chicken tastes even better when slid on skewers alongside bok choy and scallions, then glazed with a hoisin barbecue sauce. The best part of the glaze: There's no need to cook anything! Just whisk the ingredients together and you're ready to go.
Get the Grilled Chicken Kebabs recipe.
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Pasta Salad
Save yourself some time and make the simple Italian dressing for this pasta salad ahead of time! Mix it together and store it in the fridge until you are ready to serve your pasta—the flavors will meld and taste better that way too.
Get the Italian Pasta Salad recipe.
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Flag Cake
This Fourth of July cake is super simple to make and assemble (even kids can help make it look like a flag!), but is extra tasty thanks to the honey whipped cream "frosting". Old Glory has never looked better.
Get the Flag Cake recipe.
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Grilled Corn Salad
This versatile, flavorful corn salad is the perfect way to use up leftover grilled corn. Mix and match your favorite cheeses, herbs, and nuts, but keep the citrus for brightness and oil for a little richness. And if your dad like a little *kick*, add some sliced jalapeños or a big pinch of red chili flakes.
Get the Grilled Corn Salad recipe.
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BBQ Grilled Chicken
Why not skip the burgers this 4th of July and try this super-easy recipe instead? You won't want to sleep on the sauce, which is a classic BBQ jazzed up with honey and lime. It's so flavorful, the chicken really doesn't need a marinade—which means you get to eat it way sooner.
Get the BBQ Grilled Chicken recipe.
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Grilled Beer Brats
It takes almost zero cooking skills to get perfectly charred brats topped with flavor-packed caramelized onions and peppers. First, the brats get burnished on the grill, then they finish off in a simmering beer bath alongside the veg. Use whatever beer you like to drink, but not IPAs (India Pale Ales), which are brewed to be hoppy (i.e. bitter).
Get the Grilled Beer Brats recipe.
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Chicken Burgers
To spice things up a bit, these chicken patties are seasoned with smoked paprika and loaded with crunchy, bright coleslaw to really give beef burgers a run for their money. We then top 'em with creamy avocado slices, spicy fresh red onion, and cheddar and jalapeño before sandwiching all of it between buttery brioche buns for the ultimate bite.
Get the Chicken Burgers recipe.
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Blueberry Surprise
This blueberry dessert is what summer dreams are made of. A tart homemade blueberry filling is sandwiched between layers of lightly sweetened, fluffy cream cheese and whipped cream, all on top of buttery cornmeal shortbread. It's perfect for 4th of July and ALL summer long.
Get the Blueberry Surprise recipe .
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Tomato Gnocchi Kebabs
Sure gnocchi is amazing served in a bowl with a sauce, but have you ever had nicely browned gnocchi taken straight off the grill? Well, we're here to tell you that the crispy-chewy texture is something that you simply must try.
Get the Tomato Gnocchi Kebabs recipe.
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Best-Ever Guacamole
Everyone has opinions about Mexico's most famous avocado-based dip: guacamole. Some, like us, keep it simple. We prefer to let the flavor of our avos shine. Others like to go crazy on the mix-ins: spices, tomatoes, garlic, etc. If that's your thing, this guacamole is the perfect jumping off point. Add whatever you like!
Get the Best-Ever Guacamole recipe.
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Greek Salmon Burgers
These will give all other burgers a run for their money. Pureeing the fillet with egg isn't the sexiest process, but it's key in helping these patties hold together. Trust us.
Get the Greek Salmon Burgers recipe.
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Red Potato Salad
This salad recipe is simple, with 2 types of mustard (Dijon for kick and whole grain for a bit of sweetness) and some pickled red onions for acid and crispness. With only 2/3 cup of mayo, it isn't too creamy but you still get the richness you expect in a potato salad.
Get the Red Potato Salad recipe.
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Turkey Burger
We obviously love this burger as is, but there are a few swaps you can make that we totally support! Don't have Worcestershire? Use soy sauce or even liquid smoke. Add some finely chopped shallots in with your garlic or swap out the parsley for any herbs you have on hand or make your own Cajun seasoning to use in it. This burger is flexible.
Get the Turkey Burger recipe.
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Hawaiian Hot Dogs
Half the fun of eating a hot dog is loading it up with all kinds of toppings, right? This time we took a tropical approach: The pineapple salsa combats the spice from sriracha, creating a perfect balance of flavor and texture.
Get the Hawaiian Hot Dogs recipe.
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Cheesecake Cupcakes
Who doesn't love an ultra-creamy slice of cheesecake? This mini version is super-easy to make (no water bath!), but just as delicious as its full-size counterpart, and much easier to share with BBQ guests.
Get the Cheesecake Cupcakes recipe.
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Lamb Burger
These Greek(-ish) burgers are one of our favorite lamb recipes ever. The feta yogurt sauce is everything—slather it on both sides of the bun. If you end up with extra, it makes the perfect dip for raw veggies or pita chips too.
Get the Lamb Burger recipe.
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Star Spangled S'mores
We LOVE this oven hack for making lots of festive s'mores all at once. Simply color melty marshmallows red and blue, marble them together, and bake—you'll end up with easily sliceable marshmallow squares you can make as big or small as your graham crackers. These are great for little hands that can't handle the usual stick over flame situation.
Get the Star Spangled S'mores recipe.
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Chipotle Tofu & Pineapple Skewers
Tofu is so much more than a meat substitute, it's a protein source that stands on it's own, and the perfect base to soak up tasty sauces, like this chipotle and guajillo chili marinade inspired by a popular Mexican street food, tacos al pastor.
Get the Chipotle Tofu & Pineapple Skewers recipe.
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Red, White & Blue Cheesecake Strawberries
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Pull-Apart Pigs In A Blanket
The first time we made this recipe, we packed in about 60 mini hot dogs; the second time, 30; the third, 45. Lesson learned: It depends on who is cutting the pizza dough! Heads up: if you cut bigger pieces of pizza dough, you'll need less hot dogs, and the dough will puff more.
Get the Pull-Apart Pigs In A Blanket recipe.
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American Pie
You'll be saying ♪ bye, bye ♪ to this American pie... everyone's going to want a slice! And if your good 'ole boys aren't into whiskey and rye, serve them one of of our Memorial Day cocktails alongside it instead.
Get the American Pie recipe.
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Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad
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Homemade Corn Dogs
No one can deny the crispy, slightly sweet, perfectly fried lure of a corn dog. Luckily, they are actually super easy to make at home. The batter fries up quickly and super crispy—just like a good corn dog should be!
Get the Classic Corn Dogs recipe.
Source: https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/g550/fourth-july-classic-recipes/
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