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One of the many things to look forward to in the summer is barbeques. They're a great opportunity to gather friends and family outside in the warm weather, eat good food, and have some fun. Of course, as you already know, the go-to foods for grilling are usually hot dogs and hamburgers, but if you're looking for something new to try at your next barbeque, then read this article. You'll learn a few new recipes to add to your cookbook that are just as delicious as those staples and just as easy to make. Chicken There are countless ways that you can cook chicken on your grill. The trouble is, most recipes require lots of ingredients that need to be mixed in proper proportions and marinated overnight before grilling. Not everyone wants to spend that much time preparing for their barbeque. Instead, try this simple trick. Just use a bottle of Italian salad dressing. Yes, it really is that easy. Marinate the chicken in the Italian dressing like you would in any other marinade. Obviously, the longer you marinate it, the more flavorful it will be. However, you can get away with soaking it for just a couple hours. Then throw it on the grill until it is cooked through. Not only is this recipe delicious and easy, but it's extremely healthy too, so you can go back for seconds without feeling guilty about it. Asparagus Surprised by this suggestion? Don't be. Grilled asparagus is incredibly flavorful and extremely healthy as a side dish at any barbeque. If you're not familiar with how to cook this vegetable on the grill, you might be a little intimated, but it's really quite simple. All it takes is some poppy seed salad dressing. Toss the asparagus stalks in a bag and dump the dressing in on top of them. Roll the bag around on your countertop until the asparagus stalks are completely coated. Then let them marinate for a few hours to absorb the flavors from the dressing. Are you seeing a trend here? Salad dressing is really a grill master's best friend! Cook the asparagus on the grill until it is tender. There should be char lines on the stalks, just like there would be on your chicken. The final product will be sweet and smoky at the same time, and you'll find yourself loving this vegetable more than you ever thought you would. Pineapple This is another great side dish for any barbeque. In fact, it could even be considered a grilled dessert because it is so sweet and juicy. To make it, cut a whole pineapple into spears. Make sure you don't get any of the core or skin in the pieces. Coat each spear in brown sugar and lay them all in a dish. It's a good idea to let these sit for a while, but it doesn't have to be very long; 30 minutes is more than enough. Then toss the spears on the tops rack of your grill. Let them cook until the brown sugar forms a caramelized crust on the spears. This treat is best when eaten hot and fresh off the grill. You'll a have a sweet and tart burst of juicy flavor with every bite. Serve it with ice cream, or just eat it as a side dish. Be sure to make extras, because everyone is sure to love this dish! In a summer that's full of barbeques, trying new recipes like these can be a great way to break the monotony of hamburgers and hot dogs. So break out that grill and give these easy recipes a try!
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