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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Best 4th of July Recipes

    Published: June 29, 2018 / Updated: August 10, 2021 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Best 4th of July Recipes

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    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! 

    Best 4th of July Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    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!

    PS: Click here to download my 4th of July banner printable from my blog, and the 4th of July Sparkler Holder printables that I designed for Today's Creative Life, pictured above.

    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!

    To jump ahead to specific sections, click below:
    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 tomato ragu tarts

    Cheese and Tomato Tarts by Kitchen Sanctuary

    grilled polenta balsamic tomatoes

    Grilled Polenta with Mozzarella and Tomatoes by Two Healthy Kitchens

    cherry ginger salsa

    Cherry Ginger Salsa by Healthy World Cuisine

    Lemony Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Lemony Spinach Artichoke Dip by The Rustic Foodie

    deviled eggs

    Classic Deviled Eggs by My Poppet Living

    Summer Berry Crostini with Honey Ricotta and Mint

    Summer Berry Crostini by Urban Bliss Life

    ultimate antipasto platter

    The Ultimate Low Carb Antipasto Platter by Appetite for Energy

    spinach artichoke pastry swirls

    Spinach Artichoke Pastry Swirls by Feast in Thyme


    Main Dishes

    Instant Pot BBQ Ribs

    Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs by Urban Bliss Life

    honey dijon chicken

    Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken by Kristine's Kitchen Blog

    Mediterranean Steak Kebabs

    Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs by Innocent Delight

    chicken garlic burger

    Roasted Garlic & Feta Chicken Burgers by Haute & Healthy Living

    beer brats and sauerkraut

    Grilled Beer Brats and Sauerkraut by The Hungry Bluebird

    skewered shrimp

    Skewered Shrimp by OMG Food

    Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs

    Honey Soy Steak Kabobs by Flavor the Moment

    Smoked Salt and Pepper Ribs

    Competition Style Smoked Pork Ribs by Vindulge

    Quinoa Vegetarian Burgers

    Vegetarian Burger Patties from Delicious Everyday


    Side Dishes

    cowboy caviar

    Cowboy Caviar by The View from Great Island

    baked beans recipe

    Barbecue Baked Beans by Garlic and Zest

    Grilled or Sautéed Corn with Basil Butter

    Corn with Basil Lime Butter by Urban Bliss Life

    healthy macaroni salad

    Vegan Hawaiian Macaroni Salad by Spa Bettie

    raspberry bread

    Raspberry Lemon Bread by Blue Bowl Recipes

    bacon ranch potato salad

    Healthier Bacon Ranch Potato Salad by The Schmidty Wife

    buffalo corn on the cob

    Buffalo Corn on the Cob by Cadry's Kitchen

    Salads

    red white blue fruit salad

    Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad by Off the Beaten Path

    honey vanilla fruit salad

    Honey Vanilla Summer Fruit Salad by The Live-In Kitchen

    southwestern bbq salad

    Loaded Southwestern BBQ Pasta Salad by Life Currents

    broccoli salad

    Broccoli Salad by Soup Addict

    Yummy, rich, creamy BLT Pasta Salad combines two fave comfort foods in one! Recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    BLT Pasta Salad by Urban Bliss Life

    Desserts

    Patriotic Bark dessert

    Easy Patriotic Bark by What the Fork

    Berries and Cream Trifle

    Berries and Cream Trifle from Celebrating Sweets

    patriotic pretzel sticks

    Patriotic Pretzels from Beyond the Chicken Coop

    Patriotic Surfboard Cookies

    Surfboard Sugar Cookies by In the Kids Kitchen

    Patriotic firecracker popsicles

    Firecracker Popsicles by Fried Dandelions

    Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizzas

    Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza by The Hungry Bluebird

    Drinks

    sparkling berry lemonade

    Sparkling Berry Lemonade by Nourish Nutrition Blog

    Patriotic Berry Slushie Cocktail

    Red, White, and Blue Slushie Cocktail by Sugar, Spice, and Glitter

    patriotic infused water

    Star Spangled Fruit Infused Water by The View from Great Island

    independence day sangria

    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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      1. Keating says

        July 03, 2018 at 10:52 am

        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

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:59 am

          It can definitely be overwhelming to plan all of the events along with the food!

      2. Tammy says

        July 02, 2018 at 9:18 am

        What an awesome roundup of recipes! These all look amazing and are perfect for July 4th!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:58 am

          Thanks so much! :)

      3. Heather says

        July 02, 2018 at 7:10 am

        So many great recipe choices for July 4th. Great spread of options and so many great ideas for the holiday.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:57 am

          Thank you, Heather! :)

      4. Padmajha Sureshbabu says

        July 02, 2018 at 6:19 am

        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!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:57 am

          They're definitely a hit among the kiddos! Thank you!

      5. Patti says

        July 02, 2018 at 5:01 am

        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!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:56 am

          This year in general has been speeding by! Thanks so much, Patti!

      6. Madeline Hall says

        July 01, 2018 at 7:53 pm

        This is a great round up! I'm a sucker for pasta salads and the shrimp skewers! Yum

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:56 am

          Me, too! They're always the first things I go to at BBQs! :)

      7. Veena Azmanov says

        July 01, 2018 at 11:06 am

        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.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:55 am

          Let me know how you like it! Thanks, Veena! :)

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