No matter what kind of outdoor meal you're planning, look no further than these seasonal recipes to round out the meal.
Chicken Fajita Salad
This gorgeous summer salad features freshly chopped avocado and colorful peppers over a bed of crisp romaine. Did we mention the irresistible cilantro lime dressing and cotija cheese crumble?
Caprese Salad
Ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil are essential to this balsamic glazed caprese. Layer in thick slices of fresh mozzarella for a taste of summer in every bite.
Pepperoni Potato Salad
Shake up your usual potato salad routine with Ree’s Italian-inspired twist. It's loaded with mozzarella balls, marinara, basil and salty pepperoni bits.
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Grilled Chicken
Consider this the workhorse grilled-chicken recipe you've been waiting for. Ree's marinade of lemon juice and Dijon is bold enough to deliver impressive flavor but mild enough for the whole family.
Chicken Jalapeno Popper Quesadilla
Fresh jalapeno and smoky pepper jack cheese add a fiery kick to these 16-minute quesadillas.
Big Grilled Veggie Salad
Seasonal picks like zucchini, squash and bell peppers star in Ree’s top-rated salad.
Lemon and Berry Icebox Cake
Ree uses a combination of fresh berries and berry jams for this easy cake. Make it ahead of time and then pop in the fridge to chill out until you’re ready to serve it.
Jalapeno Pimento Cheese
Adobo sauce and jalapenos add a punch of heat to Ree’s super creamy pimento cheese.
Taco Tomatoes
Skip the taco shells and stuff fresh tomatoes with all of your favorite taco fixings!
Gazpacho Pasta
Ree transforms gazpacho, a cold tomato-based soup, into a fresh pasta sauce that she finishes with tons of fragrant herbs.
Grilled Potato Salad
Ree boils the potatoes until tender before grilling, which ultimately saves tons of time.
Pinwheels 3 Ways
Take your pick between meaty, spicy or veggie pinwheels, or try all three!
Quick and Easy Fruit Tarts
Ree uses store-bought puff pastry dough for these quick and easy fruit tarts filled with a sweet mix of berries and topped with homemade whipped cream.
Sparkling Sangria
Orange liqueur and bubbly prosecco form the base of this fruity adults-only sipper.
Big Bad Beef Skewers
It’s all about the spice mix here. Ree likes a combo of lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder and fennel seeds to give the beef tons of flavor.
Crisp in a Pinch
16 minutes is all you need for this warm fruit crisp layered with sweet berries and a cinnamon-almond topping.
Spicy Pasta Salad with Smoked Gouda, Tomatoes and Basil
Ree turns up the heat on the classic pasta salad by using adobo sauce from chipotle peppers.
Caribbean Burgers with Mango Slaw
“This was DEEEElicious,” one fan told us, “It was super easy to make, took virtually no time.”
Million Dollar Dip
Blue cheese crumbles and crispy bacon bits add a salty, tangy bite to this dip, which Ree likes to serve with crackers and corn chips.
Paige's Brownie S'mores Bars
Ree adds a summer spin to store-bought brownie mix by finishing off the brownies with all of the great s’mores fixings and a salted caramel drizzle.
Spicy Baby Back Ribs
To infuse the ribs with the most flavor possible, Ree marinates them in a sweet-smoky mixture of soda, barbecue sauce and chipotle peppers. She bakes them slowly at a low temperature so the meat turns tender.
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Kid-Friendly Pasta Salad
Good news, grownups: You don't have to be a kid to enjoy this top-rated pasta salad. The mix-ins are classic and easy to put together — a combination of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes and creamy cheddar.
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Summer Chicken Salad
Ree reinvents the everyday chicken salad by grilling the chicken and corn, and pairing them with fresh dill. Fresh blueberries promise juicy sweetness in every bite, while a feta-mayonnaise dressing delivers the creamy richness you know and love.
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Tomato-Basil Salad
With in-season tomatoes and basil at the ready, Ree doesn't need to do much to showcase their natural sweetness. She simply tosses them with a garlic oil and tangy balsamic to create a light, fresh salad.
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Sliders
Once you've grilled the sliders, the toppings are up to you. Ree likes to set up a buffet with options of crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions and crumbled Gorgonzola so everyone can help themselves.
Corn Salad
When corn is in season, look no further than a quick-fix salad to showcase its sweet beauty. Ree's recipe combines grilled ears with a fresh tomato-bell pepper salad laced with bold jalapeno.
Grilled Vegetables with Cilantro-Yogurt Dressing
Faced with a surplus of seasonal veggies? Put them on the grill until they're tender, then dress them up with a tangy yogurt dressing flavored with bright lime juice and fresh garlic.
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Fruit Salad with Orange-Vanilla Syrup
It's all about that sweet, fragrant syrup here, which comes together quickly when you simmer orange zest and a vanilla bean in simple syrup.
Spicy Pasta Salad with Smoked Gouda and Basil
The key to Ree's fuss-free pasta salad is whisking adobo sauce into the mayonnaise-based dressing. This delivers a bold smoky flavor and a welcome bite of heat to her cheese-studded salad.
Oven-Roasted BBQ Chicken
No grill? No problem. Make Ree's succulent chicken thighs — blanketed in dressed-up prepared barbecued sauce — right in the oven, then take them outside to enjoy alfresco.
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Spicy Pop Pulled Pork
Five ingredients — that's all it takes to turn out fork-tender pulled pork in a bold sauce. Ree's secret ingredient? Two cans of soda, as it pairs well with smoky chipotle peppers.
Greek Grilled Eggplant Steaks
There's no meat in sight when it comes to these vegetable steaks, made by cutting eggplant into thick slices and grilling them. For a next-level side dish, Ree tops them with Greek-inspired fixings like tangy feta, fresh tomatoes and cool cucumber before serving.
Grilled Nectarine Salad
While grilled nectarines and peaches are a go-to summer dessert, Ree dresses up grilled nectarines with savory ingredients like a mustard vinaigrette and blue cheese to create a seasonal salad.
Mango Chile Chicken
It's all about the sweet heat in Ree's bold chicken dish. She marinates the chicken breasts in a simple mixture of chile powder and lime juice, then serves them alongside a fresh kale salad featuring juicy mango and sliced jalapeno.
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Rice-shaped pasta gets the Mediterranean treatment when combined with traditional Greek salad fixings. Think fresh picks like cherry tomatoes and red onion, plus hearty chickpeas, salty Kalamata olives and crumbled feta.
Chuck Burgers
Ree makes the side dish part of the burger by piling golden fried onion rings atop a hearty burger blanketed with a slice of jalapeno.
BBQ Potato Salad
Put a slight spin on traditional potato salad with a BBQ dressing. It’s the perfect side to complement any grilled main dish.
Roasted Corn with Four-Chile Butter
Turn up the heat on roasted corn with a four-chile butter made from Anaheim, poblano and jalapeno peppers and chili powder.
