#summercookout

These healthy veggie burgers are packed with nutritious ingredients like quinoa, black beans, and colorful vegetables. They are perfect for a summer cookout and a great alternative to traditional burgers.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1/2 cup grated carrots. 1/2 cup chopped spinach. 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion. 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper. 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs. 1 egg. 1 tsp garlic powder. 1 tsp paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Whole wheat burger buns. Lettuce leaves. Sliced tomatoes. Sliced avocado. Greek yogurt or low-fat mayo optional. Mustard and ketchup optional.

Instructions: Put black beans, carrots, spinach, red onion, and red bell pepper in a food processor and blend them together. To make rough chops, pulse the food. Move the bean mix to a big bowl for mixing. Put in the egg, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper after the quinoa is cooked. Mix everything together well. Make patties about the size of burgers out of the mixture. Set the grill or pan on medium-high heat. They should be cooked on a grill or in a pan for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are browned and done. You can grill or toast the whole wheat burger buns. Put lettuce leaves, a veggie patty, sliced tomatoes, and sliced avocado on the bottom bun of your veggie burger. If you want, you can add a dollop of Greek yogurt or low-fat mayo, mustard, or ketchup. Add the other half of the bun on top. You should serve your veggie burgers hot and enjoy them.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These BBQ hot dogs are perfect for summer cookouts with their tangy onion, pickle, and mayonnaise topping.

A classic potato salad with a tangy twist, perfect for summer cookouts and barbecues. Creamy mayo, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar create a flavorful dressing that coats the tender potatoes. Tossed with crunchy vegetables and garnished with fresh parsley, this potato salad is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, diced. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. 1/4 cup chopped red onion. 1/4 cup chopped celery. 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles. 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped. Salt and pepper to taste. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, approximately 10 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Add the boiled potatoes to the bowl and gently toss to coat with the dressing. Fold in red onion, celery, pickles, and chopped eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix until well combined. Chill the potato salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These slow cooker baked beans are rich, smoky, and full of flavor. They're the perfect addition to your barbecue or picnic menu. Let your Crock Pot do the work, and you'll have a tasty side dish ready in no time!

Ingredients: 1 lb 450g dried navy beans. 1 onion, chopped. 1/2 cup 120ml ketchup. 1/4 cup 60ml molasses. 1/4 cup 60ml brown sugar. 1/4 cup 60ml barbecue sauce. 2 tablespoons 30ml Dijon mustard. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled. 4 cups 960ml water.

Instructions: After rinsing, sort and remove any debris from the dried navy beans. Soak the beans overnight in a large pot filled with water. The following day, drain and rinse the beans. Soak the beans, chop the onion, add the ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to a slow cooker. Pour in 4 cups of water and mix everything in the slow cooker. Arrange the cooked bacon slices on top of the bean mixture. After the beans are soft and the sauce has thickened, cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Cook, stirring occasionally, adding extra water as necessary to keep the beans from drying out. After the beans are cooked, take out the bacon slices, break them up, and put them back in the slow cooker. Serve your mouthwatering Crock Pot Baked Beans as an accompaniment to any meal, including barbecue. Have fun!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

A tasty and healthy take on regular burgers, these Salmon Burgers With Herbed Sherry Mayo are a great choice. Herbs and spices give the fresh salmon patties a lot of flavor, and the herbed sherry mayo gives them a tangy kick. Great for a summer cookout or whenever you want a tasty burger alternative.

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skinless and boneless. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill. 1 egg, beaten. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 burger buns. 1/4 cup mayonnaise. 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives. Lettuce leaves and tomato slices for garnish.

Instructions: Cut the salmon fillet into small pieces and place them in a food processor. Pulse the salmon until it becomes coarsely ground, but not pureed. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground salmon, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, parsley, dill, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Divide the salmon mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill the salmon burgers for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the burgers. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the herbed sherry mayo by mixing mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, and chopped chives in a small bowl. Stir until well combined. Toast the burger buns on the grill for about a minute or until they are lightly browned. To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of the herbed sherry mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Place a salmon burger on top of the mayo-covered bun, add lettuce leaves and tomato slices, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve the salmon burgers hot with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes