Summer is officially here, and that means it's time to fire up the grill and enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends. At Lillie's Q, we're all about enhancing your grilling experience with our delicious and versatile sauces and rubs. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or just starting out, our recipes will help you create mouthwatering meals that everyone will love. Here are some summer grilling recipes and summer side dishes that you can easily whip up for entertaining or summer weeknight at home.
Carolina Dirt Watermelon
Watermelon is a summer staple, and our Carolina Dirt Watermelon recipe takes it to the next level. This sweet and savory dish is perfect as a refreshing appetizer or a unique side dish for your grilled meats.
Ingredients
- 1 large watermelon
- Lillie's Q Carolina Dirt BBQ Rub
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Link to Recipe
Corn Ribs with Hot Chicken and Ivory Sauce
Corn ribs are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional corn on the cob. Paired with our signature Hot Chicken and Ivory Sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next cookout.
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob
- Olive oil
- Lillie's Q Hot Chicken Seasoning
- Lillie's Q Ivory BBQ Sauce
Link to Recipe
Grilled Carolina Chicken Peach Skewers
Elevate your summer grilling with Lillie's Q Grilled Carolina Chicken Peach Skewers. This mouth-watering recipe combines succulent, marinated chicken with sweet, juicy peaches, all perfectly grilled to create a harmony of smoky and fruity flavors. Our signature Carolina BBQ Sauce adds a tangy, making each bite irresistibly delicious. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, these skewers are sure to impress.
MARINADE/GLAZE, 500 GRAMS
- peaches (pits removed), 325 grams
- Lillie's Q Carolina BBQ sauce, 150 grams
- Turbinado sugar, 20 grams
- garlic cloves, 10 grams
- kosher salt, 7 grams
- red pepper flakes, 1 gram
SKEWERS
- chicken tenders, 750 grams
- peaches (cut into quarters), 470 grams
- red onion, 250 grams
GARNISH
- finishing salt / maldon
- mint
- basil
Link to Recipe
Grilled Carolina BBQ Shrimp Tacos
Grilled shrimp tacos are a quick and easy option for summer grilling. Our Carolina BBQ Sauce adds a sweet and tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the succulent shrimp.
Ingredients
- shrimp (colossal, 13-15), 6 each
- tortillas (5" white corn), 6 each
- Lillie’s Q Carolina Barbeque sauce, 45 grams
- red pepper flakes, a pinch
- salt, a pinch
Link to Recipe
These summer grilling recipes from Lillie's Q are sure to make your cookouts unforgettable. With our premium award winning sauces and rubs, you can create a variety of delicious dishes that celebrate the flavors of the season. Shop our Summer Grilling Collection for all your summer bbq sauce and rub needs. Happy grilling!
