Some foods just hit differently when the days are longer, the grill is hot, and you’re eating outside with family and friends. Here are ten summertime favorites that deserve a spot on your table.

1. Smash Burgers 🍔

Nothing says summer like a juicy burger fresh off the griddle.

Simple Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb. 80/20 ground beef
• Salt & pepper
• 4 brioche buns
• American cheese
• Pickles
• Onion
• Favorite burger sauce

Directions
Roll beef into four loose balls. Heat a cast-iron skillet or flat-top over high heat. Smash each ball flat, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2 minutes per side. Add cheese, toast the buns, and serve with your favorite toppings.

⭐ Doozy Tip: Butter the buns before toasting.

2. Grilled Corn on the Cob 🌽

Simple. Sweet. Perfect.

Easy Butter Blend

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Fresh parsley

Grill corn for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally. Brush with butter mixture.

3. Watermelon Feta Salad 🍉

Ingredients

• Cubed watermelon
• Crumbled feta
• Fresh mint
• Lime juice

Mix and chill before serving.

4. BBQ Chicken 🍗

Brush your favorite barbecue sauce over chicken during the final few minutes of grilling to build a flavorful glaze without burning the sugars.

5. Lobster Rolls 🦞

Simple Filling

• Fresh lobster meat
• Mayonnaise
• Lemon juice
• Chives
• Salt & pepper

Serve on a toasted split-top bun.

6. Caprese Salad 🍅

Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper.

Summer on a plate.

7. Strawberry Shortcake 🍓

Store-bought biscuits work great if you’re short on time.

Top with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream.

8. Grilled Steak 🥩

Season generously with kosher salt and cracked pepper. Grill over high heat, then let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

9. Homemade Lemonade 🍋

Mix

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 5 cups cold water

Serve over ice.

10. S’mores 🔥

Classic:

• Graham crackers
• Chocolate
• Toasted marshmallows

Or upgrade them with peanut butter cups, caramel squares, or cookies instead of graham crackers.

Final Bite

Summer isn’t just a season—it’s a reason to gather around the table. Fire up the grill, invite some friends over, and enjoy the simple foods that somehow taste even better under the summer sun.

☀️ Happy grilling from DOOZY Delish!