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20 easy recipes to celebrate the Fourth of July! From crowd-pleasing BBQ chicken to festive desserts, hosting is made simple.
It's hard to believe that the Fourth of July is Saturday! We've rounded up some of our favorite festive recipes to celebrate the day. These dishes are perfect for any cookout and would go great with burgers on the grill. As always, these recipes can be prepped ahead of time and are crowd-pleasers, so you can enjoy the party too.
From our refreshing Watermelon Mint Lemonade to summery salads, a few main dish options and several festive desserts, there's something for everyone. Let us know what you're planning to make in the comments. Happy Independence Day!
Watermelon Mint Lemonade
On a hot summer day, there's nothing like this Watermelon Mint Lemonade! It's refreshing, delicious, easy to put together and make-ahead. All you need is frozen lemonade, watermelon and mint!
Katherine's Fabulous, Ridiculously Easy Hot Onion Dip
This Ridiculously Easy Hot Onion Dip is the one you want to make when you have minimal time but you want fabulously delicious results that will bring rave reviews!
Best Ever Pico de Gallo (Salsa Mexicana)
This fabulous Pico de Gallo is wonderful with chips but also pairs perfectly with any Mexican entreé! It's so fresh and delicious you'll want to eat it with a spoon!
Asian Pineapple Fresh Corn Salsa
This Asian Pineapple Fresh Corn Salsa is a fabulous side for any Asian entreé and makes a delicious dip for chips. It's fresh, vibrant and FULL of fabulous Asian flavor!
Summer Berry Green Salad with Maple Pistachio Brittle
This gorgeous Summer Berry Green Salad combines crisp greens, fresh berries and a sweet-and-salty Maple Pistachio Brittle for the perfect fresh summer salad. Paired with a bright Honey Lemon Mint Dressing, it's ideal for entertaining, brunches, lunches and warm-weather dinners.
Stone Fruit Tomato Caprese Salad
If you're looking for the freshest, most delicious summer salad imaginable, this Stone Fruit Tomato Caprese Salad is IT! The fabulous Sweet Basil Dressing is the crowning glory!
Lemony Mediterranean Couscous Salad
This Mediterranean Couscous Salad combines pearl pasta, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tender corn and ribbons of fresh spinach to create a healthy, delicious salad. A sunny lemon dressing and lots of fresh herbs take it over the top!
Watermelon Arugula Salad with Pepper Jelly Dressing
With tender arugula, crisp cucumber and red onion, creamy blue cheese, crunchy candied pecans and lots of sweet, juicy melon this Watermelon Arugula Salad is beyond delicious!
Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella and Heirloom Tomatoes
Roasted Tomato Fresh Mozzarella Pasta - if this delicious pasta dish could talk, it would be shouting "summer"! All of the season's best flavors wrapped up in one bowl!
Lemon Rosemary Potato Salad
Simple and delicious, this Rosemary Potato Salad is always popular! Is great for picnics, potlucks and parties because you don't have to worry about mayonnaise going bad!
Mexican Corn and Bean Salad
This Mexican Corn and Bean Salad is wonderful for potlucks, with chips and makes a fabulous side for sandwiches and grilled entreés.
Bacon Bourbon Barbecued Chicken Skewers
These Barbecued Chicken Skewers are beyond delicious, with tender chunks of spice-rubbed chicken breast, smoky bacon and crisp red onions. They're grilled to perfection, then charred with a super easy Bourbon Barbecue Sauce.
Mexican Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken
Mexican Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken - don't worry about this chicken drying out, it stays moist, tender and full of fabulous Southwest-inspired flavor!
Korean Beef Skewers (Grill, Broil or Air Fry!)
This Korean Beef Skewer recipe is loaded with vibrant flavor, can be prepped ahead and works beautifully as a main entrée, for rice bowls, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and more!
Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork
This easy slow cooker (or instant pot) Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork takes minutes to put together - what a delicious crowd pleaser!
Red, White and Blue Shortbread Cookies
If you think these festive Red, White, and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies look difficult, check out the video and you'll be a believer! They're one-bowl, no-mixer and super delish!
Ridiculously Easy Summer Berry Crisp
10 minutes of prep is all that's between you and this crazy delicious, Ridiculously Easy Summer Berry Crisp! Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream; it's nirvana in a bowl!
Make-Ahead Brownie S'Mores in Ramekins
With a graham cracker shortbread crust, a layer of fudgy chocolate brownie and a crisp, gooey toasted marshmallow topping, this super easy Brownie S'Mores recipe transforms the beloved classic campfire treat into an elegant, portable dessert that kids of all ages will go crazy over.
10 Minute Summer Berry Galette
A quick (only 10 minutes prep time), easy and super delicious summer berry galette that's perfect for entertaining, yet simple enough for a weeknight splurge.
Easy S'Mores Shortbread Tart
This Crumb-Topped S'mores Tart might look fancy but it's a fun, super easy take on the American campfire classic, perfect for parties, picnics and potlucks!
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