71 Fourth of July Recipes to Celebrate America
Gather friends and fire up the grill! It's America's birthday.
By While we love grilling all summer long, there's one day of the year when you just absolutely have to get outside and celebrate: July Fourth.
Whether you're heading out to a campground or just the back yard, there's just no better way to celebrate America's birthday than by firing up the grill, opening some beer, and putting on some patriotic tunes while gathering with friends.
To help you sort out the menu, we've put together dozens of our favorite recipes, from sauces that'll upgrade your steaks and sausages, to classic sides and appetizers. So brush up on your grilling skills and get ready!
Green Chile Pimento Cheese Burgers
Spice up your backyard burgers with some homemade hatch chile pimento cheese!
Firecracker Sangria
This patriotic party punch is like a celebration in a glass!
Salt-and-Pepper BBQ Ribs
BBQ ribs are the perfect backyard cookout celebration food: They're delicious, simple, and they'll easily feed a crowd!
Toasted Seed Coleslaw
Is it even a barbecue without coleslaw? Instead of an overly greasy, mayonnaise-coated store-bought variety, try this simple recipe, which gets a big burst of flavor from toasted seeds.
Red Hots & Spanish Peanuts Snack
Why wait until after dark for fireworks? This spicy snack is hard to stop eating.
Root Beer Baked Beans
Baked beans are a must-have side at your cookout. This version gets a little extra sweetness from everyone's favorite old-fashioned soda.
Classic Deviled Eggs
Some might say it's not a celebration unless there's a tray of deviled eggs on the table. Our crowd-pleasing no-fuss recipe has you covered.
Puff Pastry Star Cookies
With just two main ingredients, puff pastry and jam, these simple cookies couldn't be easier to make—and they're perfect for celebrating July 4th.
Watermelon-Fennel Pico de Gallo
Who says you have to save the watermelon for dessert? This simple makes make an excellent appetizer or snack.
Grilled Ratatouille Pasta Salad
This is not grandma's pasta salad. But maybe it should have been!
Get the recipe for Grilled Ratatouille Pasta Salad.
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Blue Bell Ice Cream Bombe
Top this ice cream "bombe" with sparkler candies from Tops Malibu for a dessert fireworks show.
Get the recipe for Blue Bell Ice Cream Bombe.
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Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt
This quick-cooking snack is a fun and tasty surprise for guests ("You put cheese and watermelon on the grill?") as well as an easy warm-up to make before getting the main dishes onto the grill.
Get the recipe for Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt.
Chile-Oregano Chimichurri Sauce
With spicy peppers and a ton of fresh herbs, this sauce is just the thing for dressing up a standard grilled steak—or a burger, or chicken, or sausages...
Sailor's Warning Cocktail
This fun take on the classic Tequila Sunrise recalls that old adage about sailors being wary of red skies at dawn. And we'd concur: This is definitely a better drink for the evening hours.
Get the recipe for Sailor's Warning Cocktail.
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Strawberry-Lemonade Angel Pie
This light-as-air dessert, made with a meringue pie shell, is a refreshing way to cap off the cookout, before fireworks!
Grill Corn Three Ways
Corn on the cob hot off the grill is a guaranteed summer delight. But when dressed up, this sweet roasted veggie tastes even better.
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Jelly Glaze.
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping.
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Pesto and Basil Schmear.
Watermelon Amaro Pops
Who doesn't love a cold, boozy treat on a hot day? These easy-to-make pops blend fresh watermelon with a touch of orange liqueur for a decidedly grown-up dessert.
Red Cabbage Slaw with Peanuts, Dates, and Mint
Coleslaw makes a great salad, holding up as it does to the high summer heat. We love to give this one a little extra crunch with salty peanuts.
Get the recipe for Red Cabbage Slaw with Peanuts, Dates, and Mint.
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Toffee-Almond S’mores
Stoke up the fire (or turn on the grill) before the fireworks, and heat up this classic campfire dessert. To make it extra good, we've got a serious chocolate bar upgrade for you.
Spicy Watermelon Cocktail
The jalapeño-infused liquor gives this margarita just enough warmth to keep guests sipping, while the watermelon keeps it refreshing.
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