The corn and basil play together divinely, and the sweetness of both comes through in each bite. Grilling the corn in this recipe also brings out a delightful char thats visually appealingand equally delicious. Fresh bell pepper and zucchini add color and crunch to the dish. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Ingredients for Grilled Corn Salad This dish is all about fresh flavors and simple ingredients....

Herby chimichurri plays double duty as a marinade and sauce for this grilled flank steak. The chimichurri marinade yields a slightly salty and punchy crust on this grilled steak. If desired, you might omit the Fresno chile in the sauce, or use another hot pepper. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Learn how to make grilled flank steak. It will soon be a weeknight go-to dinner. What Is Flank Steak? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox...

Restaurant-quality grilled grouper from your own kitchen? For best results, use a metal grill spatula. What Is Grouper? Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless They’re saltwater fish found in warm, tropical waters around the world like the Gulf of Mexico. The taste is similar to bass or halibut. It should have nothing stronger than a mild, sea-like odor. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless...

Plus, since these skewers are hand-held, they make a great portable picnic option. Fromquick weeknight dinnerswith complex flavors to big-batchsummer barbecues, these recipes can be adapted for any occasion. Kebabs are your one-stop shop for portable appetizers, hearty entrees, and light side dishes. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Feel free to serve these dishes on or off the skewer. The creamy Dijon dip adds tang and spice to the charred veggies....

A simple side of grilled okra and peppers brings all the flavor of summer to one plate. Whole okra gets skewered with sweet peppers and chars on the grill. The resulting crisp-tender grilled vegetables are ready for dunking in a tangy, umami-laden mustard sauce. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox That sounds like a cookout home run to usand a great vegetarian option to boot. “The trick to cooking this vegetable is to avoid fighting its natural tendencies,” suggests Harris....

Juicy fruit transforms a simple grilled peach salad into a summer favorite. Ripe summer fruits are our go-to for snacks ordesserts. But have you tried grilling fruit for topping a crispsummer salad? Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Now’s the time. Sweet, juicy peaches are made all the more delicious after a quick char on the grill. Traditional, firmripe peacheswork best in this dish. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

While the grill is hot, turn summer’s sweetest fruit into an inspiring dessert. Peaches equal summer in the South. In Alabama, we preferChilton County peaches. Credit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox If you’re not a fan of these warming spices, sweetenedhomemade whipped creamwill do. The grill is already hot. So while you’ve got the grill hot, prep some peaches, and let’s make dessert. Step 1. Get the grill going...

Meet the grilled pimiento cheese sandwich. Any sandwich bread will work here; we tested with honey wheat. Ingredients 3Tbsp.mayonnaise 1/2(5.3-oz.)pkg. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox garlic and herbs soft spreadable cheese(such as Boursin) 1(4-oz. Combine mayonnaise and spreadable cheese in a medium bowl, stirring until smooth. Stir in pimientos and cheddar cheese. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Heat a large skillet over medium-low. Spread about 2 teaspoons butter over 1 side of each bread slice....

An easy marinade makes these grilled pork chops weeknight ready. (They’re also more affordable.) The marinade is filled with umami-rich flavors that caramelize and cook beautifully on the grill. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox you’re free to use the marinade on any proteins you like, in fact. We just prefer it on pork chops. Learn how to make grilled pork chops. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Our basic marinade is full of pantry staples to help you mix it together fast....

A melted butter, seasoned with garlic, elevates this side dish to next-level deliciousness. And you don’t even need to warm up another appliance. Make these grilled potatoes while you’ve got the grill hot for the main dish. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Learn how to make grilled potatoes. Can You Make Grilled Potatoes Ahead? They should last in the fridge up to four days....

A creamy and crisp cilantro-lime slaw is the perfect complement to these succulent, spiced grilled shrimp. Alison Miksch Grilled shrimp tacos are a fast and easy way to get dinner on the table. (Limeandavocadomake great additions, too.) Credit:Alison Miksch How Long Does It Take to Grill Shrimp on the Grill? When adequately cooked, shrimp will be opaque. Expect larger shrimp to take longer to cook through. Credit:Alison Miksch Can You Grill Shrimp From Raw?...

A quick kiss from the grill works wonders for these grilled watermelon wedges. Set yourself up for success bycutting the meloninto one-inch triangle wedges or quarter slices before grilling. Full steaks often break when flipped. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Be sure to sprinkle both sides of the fruit with the sugar-and-salt mixture. Without it, the juicy melon won’t char as easily. Learn how to make grilled watermelon. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

A hot grill is a sure sign you better make grilled zucchini. With herbs, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest, this side is simple but fantastic. Cut into planks and grilled, zucchini makes the perfect base for different toppings. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox We like to serve it with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Learn how to grill zucchini, and get a few ideas for other topping options below....