Zesty, Saucy, and Straight from the Grill

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Fire up the flames and grab your tongs—these grilled vegetables, pork burgers, and grilled corn on the cob are just the start of a seriously mouthwatering lineup. Whether you’re in the mood for Peruvian chicken, a slather of Eastern North Carolina vinegar BBQ sauce, or the best hamburger recipe ever to hit your grill, this collection has your summer cooking covered. From bold sauces like a sweet, sticky, spicy bourbon glaze to standout mains like picanha steak, these [BLANK] recipes are all about big flavor with minimal fuss.

The Best Hamburger Recipe

A juicy pork burger on a bun with lettuce and onions.
Image Credit: Erren Hart for Erren’s Kitchen

You don’t need to be a pro to make great burgers at home. With these simple methods—grill, stove, oven, or air fryer—you’ll get juicy, flavorful patties every time.

GET THE RECIPE: Hamburgers

Eastern North Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce

A jar filled with oil and red pepper flakes, with a metal spoon inserted.
Image Credit: Jenny DeRemer for Not Entirely Average

If bold, tangy barbecue is your thing, Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce brings the heat. It’s sharp, spicy, and made to slice through smoky meats with serious flavor.

GET THE RECIPE: Eastern North Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce

Grilled Vegetables

grilled vegetables
Photo credit: Love and Lemons

Need an easy summer side? These grilled veggies—zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, onions, and corn—are perfectly charred, simply seasoned, and bursting with flavor.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Vegetables

Seriously Good Sweet Potato Cheddar BBQ Chicken Burgers

two bbq chicken burgers next to each other topped with cheese, bbq sauce, and lettuce
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

These juicy BBQ chicken burgers get extra flavor and moisture from shredded sweet potato. Top with cheddar, BBQ sauce, and fresh fixings for a summer-ready, gluten-free meal that’s also great for meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Seriously Good Sweet Potato Cheddar BBQ Chicken Burgers

A Sweet, Sticky, Spicy Bourbon Glaze

A spoon drizzling bourbon glaze.
Image Credit: Jenny DeRemer for Not Entirely Average

Level up your grilling with this sweet, sticky bourbon glaze. It’s spicy, packed with umami, and perfect on chicken, seafood, or any grilled meat. A true cookout essential.

GET THE RECIPE: Bourbon Glaze

Picanha Steak

picanha recipe.
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

Fire up the grill for Picanha Steak—ready in 20 minutes! This Brazilian cut shines with just salt and pepper, and it’s naturally gluten-free, keto, and paleo-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Picanha Steak

Grilled Corn on The Cob

Three ears of corn stacked on a plate.
Image Credit: Erren Hart for Erren’s Kitchen

Grilled corn on the cob is summer at its best—hot, buttery, and irresistible. Whether it’s the smoky aroma or the melting salt and butter, it’s a must at any warm-weather gathering.

GET THE RECIPE: Grilled Corn

Carolina BBQ Sauce

A spoon dipping into barbecue sauce.
Image Credit: Erren Hart for Erren’s Kitchen

Bring bold flavor to the grill with Authentic Carolina BBQ Sauce—tangy, mustardy, and perfect for adding a zesty kick to meats, sandwiches, and more.

GET THE RECIPE: Carolina BBQ Sauce

Peruvian Chicken

A plate with grilled chicken breast, sliced avocado, mixed salad containing corn and peppers, lime wedges, jalapeño slices, and a small cup of green sauce. A fork rests on the plate.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

This Peruvian Chicken by Chelsea’s Messy Apron packs bold flavor with a cumin-paprika rub and a zesty green sauce. Served with arugula corn salad, it’s a fresh, healthy hit for grilling season.
Get the Recipe: Peruvian Chicken

Grilled Peri Peri Chicken with Sauce

A plate of chicken and rice.
Image Credit: Erren Hart for Erren’s Kitchen

Peri Peri Chicken, also known as Piri Piri, is a fiery favorite in Portuguese and African cuisines. Marinated in a bold chili pepper sauce, this dish delivers intense heat and irresistible flavor in every bite.

GET THE RECIPE: Peri Peri Chicken

Grilled Chicken Thighs and Legs

Chicken piled on a platter.
Image Credit: mypointofview

These grilled chicken thighs and legs are marinated to perfection and finished with a flavorful sauce—an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite for any grill lover.

GET THE RECIPE: Grilled Chicken Thighs and Legs

Easy Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe

close-up of a man holding a ground turkey burger with mayo, tomato, and lettuce on a sesame bun
Photo credit: Salt and Lavender

These tender ground turkey burgers are a family favorite—fresh herbs and a splash of lemon keep them light and flavorful. Just add buns and your favorite toppings!
Get the Recipe: Easy Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe

Marinade for Steak

Hot grilled sliced steak on a cutting board.
Image Credit: Jenny DeRemer for Not Entirely Average

The right steak marinade can turn any summer grill into a flavor-packed feast. This one’s a favorite—it adds bold flavor while letting the meat’s natural goodness shine.

GET THE RECIPE: Beef Marinade

Pork Burgers

A juicy pork burger on a bun with lettuce and onions.
Image Credit: Erren Hart for Erren’s Kitchen

These juicy pork burgers come together easily on the grill, stovetop, air fryer, or oven—simple, flavorful, and perfect no matter how you cook them.

GET THE RECIPE: Pork Burgers

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Chimichurri

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Chimichurri
Photo credit: Cooking Classy

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Chimichurri is a surefire hit—zesty, fresh sauce meets rich, tender salmon for a healthy, flavor-packed dish ready in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Salmon with Avocado Chimichurri

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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