It’s barbecue season, and with that comes the endless outdoor summer parties to enjoy. Ensure that you show up with a dish — whether it be an app, side or dessert — that will steal the show by choosing one of these always crowd-pleasing recipes.

APPS

1. Lemon Pepper Bocconcini

Start your summer barbecue potluck off right with these bocconcini skewers that are a perfect snack to munch on while you wait for the grilled mains. Serve with toasted baguette slices.

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Get the recipe: Lemon Pepper Bocconcini

2. Jalapeno Corn Fritters With Cilantro Sour Cream

Corn is always a must at any summer BBQ, but instead of your typical corn-on-the-cob dish, bring something a little bit more adventurous. The flavour explosion in these southern-style corn fritters will have everyone reaching for more.

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Get the recipe: Jalapeno Corn Fritters With Cilantro Sour Cream

3. Grilled Bacon and Feta Mini Pizzas

We’ve turned the classic pizza into mini bites. This app can be easily transported to any summer outdoor gathering, but the best part?—it’s topped with a pepper jelly for a sweet-and-spicy kick. 

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Get the recipe: Grilled Bacon and Feta Mini Pizzas

4. Asiago and Fennel Grissini With Prosciutto

Bring some Italian flair to any summer BBQ this season with this app. You can make the grissini a day ahead or morning of, and as soon as they’re good to go, the assembly is super easy. Just remember to serve these alongside a couple of bottles of vino.

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Get the recipe: Asiago and Fennel Grissini With Prosciutto

5. Sabra Hummus Dip

Sure, you can make your own hummus, but why not save yourself some time and pick up a Sabra dip? It’s just as good as homemade and comes in a variety of flavours like Caramelized Onion & Smoked Paprika, Greek Olive Hummus, and of course, the Classic.

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SIDES

6. Crispy Coleslaw

A good coleslaw is always a welcomed dish at summer BBQs, but our recipe will ensure that yours is a standout amongst all other sides. 

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Get the recipe: Crispy Coleslaw

7. Sugar Snap Peas and Avocado Salad With Sesame Dressing

Elevate the traditional green bean salad with this recipe. Creamy avocado, crunchy green beans and zesty radish are tossed in a sesame dressing. Trust us—this will be the side to steal the show. 

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Get the recipe: Sugar Snap Peas and Avocado Salad With Sesame Dressing

8. Slow Cooker Classic Baked Beans

Bust out that slow cooker and make what will be the best baked beans your friends or family members will ever taste. To save time, you can used canned beans in lieu of dry—just following the tip in the recipe.

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Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Baked Beans

9. Grilled Vegetable With Chimichurri Sauce

Most commonly used for grilled meat, the chimichurri in this recipe will give new life to your typical grilled veggie side. You can easily prep the sauce and veggies before you head out to your summer barbecue and grill them upon arrival. 

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Get the recipe: Grilled Vegetables WIth Chimichurri Sauce

10. The Ultimate Macaroni Salad

Is macaroni salad the ultimate summer BBQ potluck side? We think so. Here, we’ve ensured that this recipe will be the only one you’ll ever need for all your potlucks, picnics, and any other summer celebration. 

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Get the recipe: The Ultimate Macaroni Salad

SWEETS

11. Salt and Pepper Strawberry Caramel Mini Tarts

Salted caramel is favourited by most, but we’ve elevated it with strawberry and smoky black pepper. It’s the perfect sweet ending to all that delicious barbecue savouriness. 

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Get the recipe: Salt and Pepper Strawberry Caramel Mini Tarts

12. Rhubarb Cream Cheese Brownies

Skip the classic chocolate brownie and go for these soft, chewy rhubarb and cream cheese versions instead. The delicious combination of rhubarb,chocolate and cream cheese makes this classic treat so much more indulgent. 

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Get the recipe: Rhubarb Cream Cheese Brownies

13. Summer Orchard Tart

Puff pastry is the dessert hero in this fresh, summer tart. Nectarine, peach and cherries come together beautifully for a simply delicious end-of-meal treat to any summer barbecue potluck. 

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Get the recipe: Summer Orchard Tart

14. Blueberry Cornmeal Cobbler

Cobbler is the dessert of the summer and it deserves a spot on the dessert table at any summer outdoor gathering. 

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Get the recipe: Blueberry Cornmeal Cobbler

15. Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Pops

These ice pops are an ideal way to cool down on those hot, summer days. Keep them in the ice pop moulds and transport in a cooler with ice to ensure they stay intact until you get to your potluck destination. 

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Get the recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Pops

Ready to get your summer BBQ potluck on? Sabra’s got you covered with their collection of mouthwatering hummus dips. Find out more at Sabra.com.