Look no further: this is a round-up of BEST 4th of July recipes in 2018 that you'll find: appetizers, side dishes, barbecue recipes, salads, drinks, and desserts!
Are you planning a Fourth of July cookout, picnic, or barbecue? I'm always trying to find great new recipes for friends and families, and thanks to some of my favorite blogger friends, I've been able to round up what I think is the BEST 4th of July Recipes of 2018! I personally cannot wait to make some of these!
Have a yummy, fun, and safe Independence Day, everyone!
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Best 4th of July Recipes
For this recipe round-up, I've gathered a wide variety of tasty treats to serve guests this Independence Day. From appetizers to desserts, for vegetarians and meat lovers alike, I think you'll find at least a few recipes here that will delight your guests!
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APPETIZERS
MAIN DISHES
SIDE DISHES
SALADS
DESSERTS
DRINKS
If you make any of these recipes, don't forget to #UrbanBlissLife and tag both @UrbanBlissLife and the original recipe blogger so we can all see what you made!
Appetizers
Cheese and Tomato Tarts by Kitchen Sanctuary
Grilled Polenta with Mozzarella and Tomatoes by Two Healthy Kitchens
Cherry Ginger Salsa by Healthy World Cuisine
Lemony Spinach Artichoke Dip by The Rustic Foodie
Classic Deviled Eggs by My Poppet Living
Summer Berry Crostini by Urban Bliss Life
The Ultimate Low Carb Antipasto Platter by Appetite for Energy
Spinach Artichoke Pastry Swirls by Feast in Thyme
Main Dishes
Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs by Urban Bliss Life
Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken by Kristine's Kitchen Blog
Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs by Innocent Delight
Roasted Garlic & Feta Chicken Burgers by Haute & Healthy Living
Grilled Beer Brats and Sauerkraut by The Hungry Bluebird
Skewered Shrimp by OMG Food
Honey Soy Steak Kabobs by Flavor the Moment
Competition Style Smoked Pork Ribs by Vindulge
Vegetarian Burger Patties from Delicious Everyday
Side Dishes
Cowboy Caviar by The View from Great Island
Barbecue Baked Beans by Garlic and Zest
Corn with Basil Lime Butter by Urban Bliss Life
Vegan Hawaiian Macaroni Salad by Spa Bettie
Raspberry Lemon Bread by Blue Bowl Recipes
Healthier Bacon Ranch Potato Salad by The Schmidty Wife
Buffalo Corn on the Cob by Cadry's Kitchen
Salads
Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad by Off the Beaten Path
Honey Vanilla Summer Fruit Salad by The Live-In Kitchen
Loaded Southwestern BBQ Pasta Salad by Life Currents
Broccoli Salad by Soup Addict
BLT Pasta Salad by Urban Bliss Life
Desserts
Easy Patriotic Bark by What the Fork
Berries and Cream Trifle from Celebrating Sweets
Patriotic Pretzels from Beyond the Chicken Coop
Surfboard Sugar Cookies by In the Kids Kitchen
Firecracker Popsicles by Fried Dandelions
Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza by The Hungry Bluebird
Drinks
Sparkling Berry Lemonade by Nourish Nutrition Blog
Red, White, and Blue Slushie Cocktail by Sugar, Spice, and Glitter
Star Spangled Fruit Infused Water by The View from Great Island
Independence Day Sangria from Living Well Kitchen
Which dishes would you most likely make for your 4th of July BBQ/picnic/gathering?
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Keating says
Such a great roundup of recipes!! I'm going to have to try some of these this year. I have NOTHING planned food wise yet haha
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
It can definitely be overwhelming to plan all of the events along with the food!
Tammy says
What an awesome roundup of recipes! These all look amazing and are perfect for July 4th!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much! :)
Heather says
So many great recipe choices for July 4th. Great spread of options and so many great ideas for the holiday.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thank you, Heather! :)
Padmajha Sureshbabu says
Wow! That is a such a great collection of recipe ideas. I am eyeing those cookies and popsicle ideas as my kids will surely love those!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
They're definitely a hit among the kiddos! Thank you!
Patti says
I can't believe it is almost 4th of July already, summer is really flying by. What a great list-everything looks so delicious and colorful!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
This year in general has been speeding by! Thanks so much, Patti!
Madeline Hall says
This is a great round up! I'm a sucker for pasta salads and the shrimp skewers! Yum
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Me, too! They're always the first things I go to at BBQs! :)
Veena Azmanov says
Oh my, you just made 4th of July rock!! I love how amazing this collection is. So many choices and most so easy too. Sounds so much fun and delish. I can hear that fruit infused water chanting my name... Ha.!! Need to try soon.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Let me know how you like it! Thanks, Veena! :)