Look no further: this is a round-up of BEST 4th of July recipes in 2023 that you'll find: appetizers, side dishes, barbecue recipes, salads, drinks, and desserts!

Are you planning a Fourth of July cookout, picnic, or barbecue?
The 4th of July is a great time to gather your friends and family for a big summer feast. With fireworks in the background and sunshine, it's such a special time to celebrate Independence Day.
To help make your 4th of July BBQ the best ever, I've gathered some of the Best 4th of July Recipes of 2023. I personally cannot wait to make some of these!
Have a yummy, fun, and safe Independence Day, everyone!
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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4th of July 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 for the fourth of July

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
Independence Day 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
4th of July 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
Red, white, and blue desserts

4th of July Oreos by Urban Bliss Life

4th of July Dessert Board by Urban Bliss Life

A 4th of July Fruit Pizza

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
4th of July cocktails and mocktails

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
Did you make any of these recipes? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating and comment below letting us know which one you made and how it turned out. Thank you!
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! :)
Gloria says
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.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
They can be great for regular ol', summer BBQs, too! Thanks, Gloria! :)
Marisa Franca says
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.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
When in doubt, make them all! lol Thanks, Marisa! :)
Lauren.Vavala@gmail.com says
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!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Yay! That makes me happy! :)
Luci says
Those are all really delicious recipes. Perfect for a BBQ.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks, Luci! :)
Sharon says
All things red, white and blue for the 4th of July! The desserts looks especially good.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much! :)
Annemarie LeBlanc says
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!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Let me know how you like it!:)
Claudia Lamascolo says
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!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
The ribs are so yummy! Thank you, Claudia!
Diana tidswell says
Wow! What a yummy and delicious list of foods. Especially the meat ones but all in all this is a awesome list.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)
Adriana Lopez Martin says
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¡
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much, Adriana! :)
Isabella says
Oh. My. Goodness. Can you please come to my house for July 4th lol!!!! AMAZING!!
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Allison - Celebrating Sweets says
So many fabulous options! Thanks for sharing my berry trifle - it's one of my favorite recipes for the 4th!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I love it, too! It's always a hit! :) Thanks, Allison!
Mike from Chili Pepper Madness says
Wow! So many amazing and colorful ideas! This 4th of July is going to be HIT for sure this year!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Gotta have a colorful spread for the 4th! Thanks, Mike! :)
Tara says
Such a fun collection for 4th of July! I love those printables. Definitely perfect for next week.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much, Tara! :)
Jaclyn Anne says
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!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks, Jaclyn! I hope yours was great! :)
Vicky says
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!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I'm so happy that this was helpful! :)