In this post, I have you covered with some noteworthy recipes from colorful cocktails, delicious hot dogs and you can’t forget the patriotic themed desserts. Break out that checkered tablecloth and fire up the grill for a fun and festive fourth. Red White & Blue Cheese Burger Patriotic Firework Cupcakes Patriotic red, white and blue cupcakes are red velvet cupcakes topped with patriotic frosting to emulate a bursting firework. Slow Cooker Beer Bratwurst with Peppers and Onions Slow cooker beer bratwurst with onions and peppers are the perfect, easy cookout meal for a crowd. Brats are slow cooked in German beer along with onions and peppers, pile onto a bun and you’re set. Queso Fundido Skillet Nachos Queso fundido skillet nachos are perfect for 4th of July celebrations for feeding a crowd. These nachos are loaded with everyone’s favorites and more. Chocolate Pecan Coated Ice Cream Balls Delicious vanilla ice cream is coated in dark, crispy chocolate, toasted pecans and served with your favorite caramel. Spicy Jalapeño Mango Margarita This Spicy Jalapeño Mango Margarita takes this favorite Mexican libation to a whole other flavor level with only 3 ingredients. A delicious fruity mango margarita with chili lime rim. Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Pasta This grilled chicken and vegetable pasta is the perfect meal too cook outdoors, and make in a big batch for feeding your 4th of July crowd. Summer Greek Pasta Salad The perfect side dish for Summer! All the flavors of the Mediterranean in a delicious and easy pasta salad. No Bake Cherry Lemon Cheesecake Bright lemon zest is added to the creamy cheesecake which perfectly complements the sweet cherry topping.
Patriotic Jello and Cream Push Pops These Patriotic Jello and cream push pops are easy to make and so much fun to look at and eat! Get your kids involved in not only the eating, but the making of the layers of Jello, lemon cream and sprinkles. Fun for 4th July celebrations. Beet Relish A delicious and vibrant colored relish that can be a side for grilled meats, or a burger topping. Baja Style Fish Tacos Fresh halibut pieces are coated in Mexican spices then sautéed. They are nestled in corn tortillas, topped with crunchy shredded cabbage, homemade pico de gallo and a cooling lime crema. Fresh, healthy and delicious. Mexican Style Hot Dogs Hot dogs are always delicious, but it’s the toppings that really make them better and you can pretty much top any hot dog with any toppings you like. This has avocado crema and a fresh bean salsa. Blueberry Coconut Frozen Yogurt Popsicles A healthy summer treat. Greek yogurt, then frozen into protein-packed Blueberry Coconut Frozen Yogurt Popsicles. Key Lime Cupcakes With all the flavors of key lime pie in a pretty little cupcake. Bright and fresh lime flavor that’s a little tart, a little sweet, that makes for a bright summery dessert.
Grilled Parmesan Garlic and Basil Corn on the Cob Grilled Parmesan garlic and basil corn on the cob is a delicious use of sweet, seasonal corn. Sweet corn on the cob is grilled then topped with fresh Parmesan, a butter made with roasted garlic and fresh basil for the best barbecue side dish. Chipotle Chicken Burger Juicy and very flavorful, this chipotle chicken burger mixes finely chopped onion, red pepper, cilantro and a little kick from chipotles in adobo right into the ground chicken meat. Lemon-Lime Margarita With delicious citrus of lemon and lime and orange liqueur. These margaritas are both refreshing and cooling for a hot day by the pool. Teriyaki Chicken Skewers One of the easiest teriyaki sauces that is made a little healthier by using agave instead of sugar. This recipe for teriyaki chicken skewers is healthy, but not lacking in flavor. Crunchy Vegetable Coleslaw There’s a little something extra in this Crunchy Vegetable Coleslaw. Added protein in the dressing along with a flavor boost from fresh fennel and scallions. If you’ve made any of these 26 recipes for 4th of July, leave a comment below. I love to hear from my readers.
