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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. Gloria says

        June 30, 2018 at 9:50 pm

        Well there certainly are LOTS of great recipes here. I think this would require more than 1 long weekend to enjoy them all. Something fun and delicious for everyone here.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:54 am

          They can be great for regular ol', summer BBQs, too! Thanks, Gloria! :)

      2. Marisa Franca says

        June 30, 2018 at 5:10 pm

        This is a great compilation! I wouldn't know which one to make because they all look like they'd be a huge hit. Independence Day is such a fun holiday. Lots of great food to choose from -- looking forward to trying some on your list.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:53 am

          When in doubt, make them all! lol Thanks, Marisa! :)

      3. Lauren.Vavala@gmail.com says

        June 30, 2018 at 4:46 pm

        Im in the car on my way to Florida looking for recipes for the holiday and definitely saving a few from this list! Car wait to try them!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:52 am

          Yay! That makes me happy! :)

      4. Luci says

        June 30, 2018 at 2:21 pm

        Those are all really delicious recipes. Perfect for a BBQ.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:52 am

          Thanks, Luci! :)

      5. Sharon says

        June 30, 2018 at 1:06 pm

        All things red, white and blue for the 4th of July! The desserts looks especially good.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:51 am

          Thanks so much! :)

      6. Annemarie LeBlanc says

        June 30, 2018 at 9:45 am

        After seeing all these delicious food, I think we have to do a major revamp on the menu we have planned for the 4th. I love those skewered shrimps! Yummy!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:51 am

          Let me know how you like it!:)

      7. Claudia Lamascolo says

        June 30, 2018 at 6:22 am

        Wow what a great round up of festive recipes. I especially love the pretzels the kids will love that idea. and the ribs look fabulous too!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:50 am

          The ribs are so yummy! Thank you, Claudia!

      8. Diana tidswell says

        June 30, 2018 at 3:18 am

        Wow! What a yummy and delicious list of foods. Especially the meat ones but all in all this is a awesome list.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:50 am

          Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

      9. Adriana Lopez Martin says

        June 30, 2018 at 12:30 am

        How awesome is this, so many colorful ideas and everything look very tasty. That cherry ginger salsa I need to try looks fresh and so creative, Not to mention the red, white and blue slushie cocktail yummy¡

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:49 am

          Thanks so much, Adriana! :)

      10. Isabella says

        June 29, 2018 at 11:23 pm

        Oh. My. Goodness. Can you please come to my house for July 4th lol!!!! AMAZING!!

        Izzy

        Reply
      11. Allison - Celebrating Sweets says

        June 29, 2018 at 4:38 pm

        So many fabulous options! Thanks for sharing my berry trifle - it's one of my favorite recipes for the 4th!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:49 am

          I love it, too! It's always a hit! :) Thanks, Allison!

      12. Mike from Chili Pepper Madness says

        June 29, 2018 at 3:53 pm

        Wow! So many amazing and colorful ideas! This 4th of July is going to be HIT for sure this year!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:48 am

          Gotta have a colorful spread for the 4th! Thanks, Mike! :)

      13. Tara says

        June 29, 2018 at 3:52 pm

        Such a fun collection for 4th of July! I love those printables. Definitely perfect for next week.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:48 am

          Thanks so much, Tara! :)

      14. Jaclyn Anne says

        June 29, 2018 at 3:35 pm

        So many great 4th of July ideas - I love the crostini and the beer brats & kraut. Can't wait to try them! Have a happy 4th!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:47 am

          Thanks, Jaclyn! I hope yours was great! :)

      15. Vicky says

        June 29, 2018 at 2:30 pm

        We are having some friends over for the fourth of July and I have been thinking about what to serve. I feel like this post has got me covered! I can plan my whole menu, thanks!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 1:47 am

          I'm so happy that this was helpful! :)

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