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These grilled halloumi skewers are a perfect vegetarian kabob option with a flavorful cilantro-tahini sauce. They are easy to make and great for summer barbecues or any outdoor gathering.

Ingredients: 250g halloumi cheese, cubed. 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks. 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks. 1 red onion, cut into wedges. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Wooden skewers, soaked in water.

Instructions: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the halloumi cheese, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between ingredients. Brush the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the halloumi cheese is nicely browned and the vegetables are tender. While the skewers are grilling, prepare the cilantro-tahini sauce by mixing 1/2 cup of tahini, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 clove of minced garlic, and 2-3 tablespoons of water in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Serve the grilled halloumi skewers with the cilantro-tahini sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy your delicious grilled halloumi skewers with cilantro-tahini sauce!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

A tasty BBQ recipe for grilled chicken with a watermelon and tomato salad that is both sweet and savory. Great for a barbecue in the summer!

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 1/4 cup olive oil. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 2 tablespoons honey. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 cups watermelon, cubed. 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled.

Instructions: In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag, pour half of the marinade over them, seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked, basting with the reserved marinade during grilling. While chicken is grilling, in a large bowl, combine watermelon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh basil for the salad. Once chicken is done, slice it into strips and arrange it on top of the salad. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy your BBQ Grilled Chicken with Watermelon and Tomato Salad!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

A delightful and healthy barbecue recipe featuring grilled vegetables on whole grain bread, enhanced with the freshness of cilantro pesto. Perfect for a light and flavorful outdoor meal.

Ingredients: 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed. 2 zucchini, sliced lengthwise. 1 red bell pepper, seeded and quartered. 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and quartered. 1 red onion, sliced into rings. 1/4 cup olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 slices of whole grain bread. 1 cup baby spinach leaves. 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese.

Instructions: Warm up the grill over medium-high heat. Put zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, portobello mushrooms, and olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. For about 5 to 7 minutes on each side, grill the vegetables until they are soft and slightly charred. Spread a little olive oil on the bread slices and toast them on the grill until they turn golden brown. Put a layer of baby spinach on one slice of toasted bread to make the sandwich once the vegetables are done. Add grilled vegetables on top and crumbled feta cheese on top of that. Spread a lot of cilantro pesto on the other toasted slice of bread, then put it on top to make a sandwich. Do this again for the rest of the sandwiches. Enjoy your delicious Grilled Veggie Sandwiches with Cilantro Pesto right away!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

The smoky grilled corn, colorful bell peppers, and tangy honey-lime vinaigrette in this Grilled Corn & Fresh Veggies Salad go so well together. This salad is great for summer parties and barbecues because it's cool and healthy.

Ingredients: 2 ears of corn, husked. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 1 yellow bell pepper, diced. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Add salt and black pepper to the corn after brushing it with olive oil. Grill the corn for 10 to 12 minutes, turning it every so often, until it gets a little charred. Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit. Put the grilled corn kernels in a large salad bowl after cutting them off the cobs. Dice the red and yellow bell peppers and put them in the bowl with the corn kernels. Then add the cherry tomatoes cut in half, the red onion cut into thin slices, the cilantro, and the parsley. Mix the honey-lime vinaigrette recipe below in a small bowl with a whisk. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and mix it all together by tossing it. Crumble some feta cheese on top of the salad. Serve right away and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

The grilled shrimp kabobs are the perfect mix of juicy shrimp and bright vegetables that have been marinated in a tasty sauce. This is a great family meal for your barbecues!

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined. 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks. 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks. 1 red onion, cut into wedges. 1 zucchini, sliced. 1/4 cup olive oil. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. Wooden skewers, soaked in water.

Instructions: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. Add shrimp to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp, bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating ingredients. Brush the kabobs with any remaining marinade before placing them on the grill. Grill the shrimp kabobs for 3-4 minutes per side or until the shrimp is opaque and the vegetables are tender. Serve hot and enjoy this delightful family feast!

Prep Time: 40 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This low carb and keto-friendly BBQ sauce recipe delivers all the flavors of traditional BBQ sauce without the excess sugar and carbs. It's tangy, smoky, and perfect for marinating or dipping your favorite meats!

Ingredients: 1 cup tomato sauce. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce. 2 tablespoons mustard. 1 tablespoon smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste. 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a saucepan, combine all ingredients over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Once done, remove from heat and let it cool before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes