by Admin Jul 25,2023

The Perfect Backyard BBQ Menu

As the weather warms, it’s likely you’re looking forward to summer BBQs, whether for Father’s Day, the Fourth of July, or just get-togethers with friends and family. To help you have the most delicious and eventful BBQ of the season, we’ve put together a list of mouthwatering summer recipes.

When it comes to barbecuing, we tend to think about classic menu items such as burgers, grilled vegetables, and desserts with juicy summer fruits. Walnuts’ taste and texture make them a versatile ingredient that complements so many summer BBQ recipes. Walnuts are also a nutritious addition to your summer recipes, with an excellent source of essential omega-3 ALA (2.5g/oz).

Here’s a tip before you get started: Make sure you have plenty of walnuts on hand for all your summer dishes. To maintain their fresh taste, keep them cold (we recommend in the cheese drawer of your refrigerator).

Without further ado, here are five delightful recipes that are sure to put you and your BBQ guests in the summertime spirit:

This 5-star California Walnut Omega Burger recipe takes less than 30 minutes to pull together, and it utilizes walnut meat, which is a wholesome, plant-based meat alternative. This scrumptious recipe has all the flavor you’d expect from a typical ground beef burger.

This tasty Ricotta-Walnut-Peach Bruschetta appetizer is easy to make and capitalizes on the summer produce and flavors you enjoy most. Peaches, basil, and walnuts come together as the perfect trio that provides a combination of sweet and savory that we just can’t get enough of! Top it off with fresh ricotta for a heavenly summer treat.

This 5-star Grilled Corn with Walnut Pesto is a side dish that screams summer and is sure to be a favorite this season. Take your classic corn on the cob to the next level by topping it with an herby, garlicky walnut pesto. The best part? It can be on your plate in less than 30 minutes!

Our Watermelon, Feta, and Walnut Salad, is a fan favorite and a refreshing side that is perfect for the summer table. Marinate the salad for up to an hour to let the flavors meld. Then let your guests dig into this irresistible bowl of fresh summer produce, crumbly feta, and tangy vinaigrette.

Don’t forget the sweets! To bring the meal to a close, offer our 5-star Chocolate and Walnut Covered Banana Pops. These delicious treats are the perfect nostalgic snack for a warm summer day! Thanks to the delightful taste and the cooling benefits of these pops, your guests will be sure to ask for seconds.

For more summer entertaining inspiration, check out these summer recipes. We hope these dishes help make your summer events days to remember!