5 Simple Meals on the Grill
The flowers have bloomed and the grass is turning green. It’s time to get outside, pull off the grill cover and fire it up! Today I’m sharing five simple and fast spring meals that you can cook on the grill in no time.
1. Pizza – Who knew frozen pizza would make the perfect grilled meal? I particularly love Ristorante pizza by Dr. Oetker – the Quattro Formaggi variety is my favorite. It tastes like authentic fire grilled pizza that comes straight out of a brick oven with a thin and crispy crunch. (You can find this brand at your local grocery store). One of my favorite tips to share is to always keep your freezer stocked with pizza. When you’re in a pinch and don’t have time to prepare a time consuming dinner, you can have a delicious meal ready in minutes. I cook ours right on the grill rack on 400 degrees (or medium high) for about 5-10 minutes.
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2. Turkey Burgers – My family has transitioned from red meat to turkey. So grilled turkey burgers is a new favorite meal in our home. Patty up a pound of ground turkey or purchase them already pattied for you. Season with your favorite seasoning, and grill them (turning once) until cooked. Once they are finished grilling, load them with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, gouda cheese, red onions and your favorite condiment. I usually cut up and bake homemade sweet potato fries to go with the burgers. Yum!
3. Shrimp Skewers – There’s nothing easier than grilling shrimp skewers. I thaw a bag of raw and deveined extra-large shrimp and marinate them for 20 minutes. Then skewer them and grill on each side for about 3 minutes or so (until done). This pairs well with grilled zucchini. It’s as easy as that! Here is my go to recipe for marinated shrimp skewers.
4. Foil Packet Meals – There are endless possibilities when it comes to grilling up foil packet meals. Choose from the many online recipes (including these recipes from The Unorthodox Epicure) or create your own. The skies the limit so get creative. Don’t forget the cooking spray!
5. Grilled Vegetables (with Pasta) – If you love grilled vegetables, you will adore this easy recipe. Cut up whatever vegetables you have in your fridge, toss them in a bowl with enough olive oil to coat, season with salt and pepper & some freshly minced garlic, then grill them up. In the meantime, boil some water for your favorite pasta noodles. This meal is so easy, anyone can cook it. Get the complete recipe here.
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3 comments on “5 Simple Meals on the Grill”
Frozen pizza on the grill? Who knew! Great alternative to turning the oven on during a hot summer evening.
Toni this is amazing. I really loved these simple easy meals. good job.
Pizza on grill? I can’t wait to try it! Looks amazing!