Look no further: this is a round-up of BEST 4th of July recipes in 2018 that you’ll find: appetizers, side dishes, barbecue recipes, salads, drinks, and desserts!
Are you planning a Fourth of July cookout, picnic, or barbecue? I’m always trying to find great new recipes for friends and families, and thanks to some of my favorite blogger friends, I’ve been able to round up what I think is the BEST 4th of July Recipes of 2018! I personally cannot wait to make some of these!
Have a yummy, fun, and safe Independence Day, everyone!
PS: Click here to download my 4th of July banner printable from my blog, and the 4th of July Sparkler Holder printables that I designed for Today’s Creative Life, pictured above.
Best 4th of July Recipes
For this recipe round-up, I’ve gathered a wide variety of tasty treats to serve guests this Independence Day. From appetizers to desserts, for vegetarians and meat lovers alike, I think you’ll find at least a few recipes here that will delight your guests!
To jump ahead to specific sections, click below:
APPETIZERS
MAIN DISHES
SIDE DISHES
SALADS
DESSERTS
DRINKS
If you make any of these recipes, don’t forget to #UrbanBlissLife and tag both @UrbanBlissLife and the original recipe blogger so we can all see what you made!
Appetizers
Cheese and Tomato Tarts by Kitchen Sanctuary
Grilled Polenta with Mozzarella and Tomatoes by Two Healthy Kitchens
Cherry Ginger Salsa by Healthy World Cuisine
Lemony Spinach Artichoke Dip by The Rustic Foodie
Classic Deviled Eggs by My Poppet Living
Summer Berry Crostini by Urban Bliss Life
The Ultimate Low Carb Antipasto Platter by Appetite for Energy
Spinach Artichoke Pastry Swirls by Feast in Thyme
Main Dishes
Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs by Urban Bliss Life
Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken by Kristine’s Kitchen Blog
Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs by Innocent Delight
Roasted Garlic & Feta Chicken Burgers by Haute & Healthy Living
Grilled Beer Brats and Sauerkraut by The Hungry Bluebird
Skewered Shrimp by OMG Food
Honey Soy Steak Kabobs by Flavor the Moment
Competition Style Smoked Pork Ribs by Vindulge
Vegetarian Burger Patties from Delicious Everyday
Side Dishes
Cowboy Caviar by The View from Great Island
Barbecue Baked Beans by Garlic and Zest
Corn with Basil Lime Butter by Urban Bliss Life
Vegan Hawaiian Macaroni Salad by Spa Bettie
Raspberry Lemon Bread by Blue Bowl Recipes
Healthier Bacon Ranch Potato Salad by The Schmidty Wife
Buffalo Corn on the Cob by Cadry’s Kitchen
Salads
Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad by Off the Beaten Path
Honey Vanilla Summer Fruit Salad by The Live-In Kitchen
Loaded Southwestern BBQ Pasta Salad by Life Currents
Broccoli Salad by Soup Addict
BLT Pasta Salad by Urban Bliss Life
Desserts
Easy Patriotic Bark by What the Fork
Berries and Cream Trifle from Celebrating Sweets
Patriotic Pretzels from Beyond the Chicken Coop
Surfboard Sugar Cookies by In the Kids Kitchen
Firecracker Popsicles by Fried Dandelions
Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza by The Hungry Bluebird
Drinks
Sparkling Berry Lemonade by Nourish Nutrition Blog
Red, White, and Blue Slushie Cocktail by Sugar, Spice, and Glitter
Star Spangled Fruit Infused Water by The View from Great Island
Independence Day Sangria from Living Well Kitchen
Which dishes would you most likely make for your 4th of July BBQ/picnic/gathering?
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Vicky says
We are having some friends over for the fourth of July and I have been thinking about what to serve. I feel like this post has got me covered! I can plan my whole menu, thanks!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I’m so happy that this was helpful! :)
Jaclyn Anne says
So many great 4th of July ideas – I love the crostini and the beer brats & kraut. Can’t wait to try them! Have a happy 4th!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks, Jaclyn! I hope yours was great! :)
Tara says
Such a fun collection for 4th of July! I love those printables. Definitely perfect for next week.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much, Tara! :)
Mike from Chili Pepper Madness says
Wow! So many amazing and colorful ideas! This 4th of July is going to be HIT for sure this year!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Gotta have a colorful spread for the 4th! Thanks, Mike! :)
Allison - Celebrating Sweets says
So many fabulous options! Thanks for sharing my berry trifle – it’s one of my favorite recipes for the 4th!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
I love it, too! It’s always a hit! :) Thanks, Allison!
Isabella says
Oh. My. Goodness. Can you please come to my house for July 4th lol!!!! AMAZING!!
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Adriana Lopez Martin says
How awesome is this, so many colorful ideas and everything look very tasty. That cherry ginger salsa I need to try looks fresh and so creative, Not to mention the red, white and blue slushie cocktail yummy¡
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much, Adriana! :)
Diana tidswell says
Wow! What a yummy and delicious list of foods. Especially the meat ones but all in all this is a awesome list.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it! :)
Claudia Lamascolo says
Wow what a great round up of festive recipes. I especially love the pretzels the kids will love that idea. and the ribs look fabulous too!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
The ribs are so yummy! Thank you, Claudia!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
After seeing all these delicious food, I think we have to do a major revamp on the menu we have planned for the 4th. I love those skewered shrimps! Yummy!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Let me know how you like it!:)
Sharon says
All things red, white and blue for the 4th of July! The desserts looks especially good.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much! :)
Luci says
Those are all really delicious recipes. Perfect for a BBQ.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks, Luci! :)
Lauren.Vavala@gmail.com says
Im in the car on my way to Florida looking for recipes for the holiday and definitely saving a few from this list! Car wait to try them!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Yay! That makes me happy! :)
Marisa Franca says
This is a great compilation! I wouldn’t know which one to make because they all look like they’d be a huge hit. Independence Day is such a fun holiday. Lots of great food to choose from — looking forward to trying some on your list.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
When in doubt, make them all! lol Thanks, Marisa! :)
Gloria says
Well there certainly are LOTS of great recipes here. I think this would require more than 1 long weekend to enjoy them all. Something fun and delicious for everyone here.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
They can be great for regular ol’, summer BBQs, too! Thanks, Gloria! :)
Veena Azmanov says
Oh my, you just made 4th of July rock!! I love how amazing this collection is. So many choices and most so easy too. Sounds so much fun and delish. I can hear that fruit infused water chanting my name… Ha.!! Need to try soon.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Let me know how you like it! Thanks, Veena! :)
Madeline Hall says
This is a great round up! I’m a sucker for pasta salads and the shrimp skewers! Yum
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Me, too! They’re always the first things I go to at BBQs! :)
Patti says
I can’t believe it is almost 4th of July already, summer is really flying by. What a great list-everything looks so delicious and colorful!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
This year in general has been speeding by! Thanks so much, Patti!
Padmajha Sureshbabu says
Wow! That is a such a great collection of recipe ideas. I am eyeing those cookies and popsicle ideas as my kids will surely love those!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
They’re definitely a hit among the kiddos! Thank you!
Heather says
So many great recipe choices for July 4th. Great spread of options and so many great ideas for the holiday.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thank you, Heather! :)
Tammy says
What an awesome roundup of recipes! These all look amazing and are perfect for July 4th!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Thanks so much! :)
Keating says
Such a great roundup of recipes!! I’m going to have to try some of these this year. I have NOTHING planned food wise yet haha
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
It can definitely be overwhelming to plan all of the events along with the food!