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25 Easy Spring Grilling Recipes With Big Payoff

January 12, 2026 by Emily Rae Harper Leave a Comment

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Introduction

Spring grilling is all about simple prep and great flavor. With warmer days ahead, these recipes keep things easy while delivering juicy results that feel worth the grill time. From quick proteins to fresh sides, everything here works for relaxed meals and casual get-togethers.


1. Garlic Lime Grilled Chicken

Bright citrus and garlic bring big flavor fast.

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts (700 g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes.
  3. Grill at 190°C (375°F) for 6–7 minutes per side.

How to Serve It
Add fresh herbs and grilled vegetables.


2. Juicy Beef Burgers

Classic burgers with minimal prep.

Ingredients

  • 800 g ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Form patties and season.
  2. Grill at medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side.

3. Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers

Sweet and savory with quick cooking time.

Ingredients

  • 600 g chicken cubes
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp mustard

Instructions

  1. Toss chicken with honey and mustard.
  2. Grill skewers for 12–14 minutes, turning often.

4. Grilled Sausage and Peppers

Bold flavors with little effort.

Ingredients

  • 500 g sausages
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. Grill sausages for 12–15 minutes.
  2. Grill vegetables until tender.

5. Lemon Herb Shrimp

Fast-cooking and fresh.

Ingredients

  • 500 g shrimp, peeled
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Toss shrimp with oil and lemon.
  2. Grill 2–3 minutes per side.

6. BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Affordable and full of flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken drumsticks
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Grill at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.
  2. Brush with sauce during the last 10 minutes.

7. Grilled Corn on the Cob

Sweet corn with smoky notes.

Ingredients

  • 6 corn cobs
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Grill corn for 10–12 minutes.
  2. Brush with butter and season.

8. Simple Steak Strips

Great for salads or wraps.

Ingredients

  • 700 g steak
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Grill steak 4–5 minutes per side.
  2. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

9. Grilled Vegetable Skewers

Fresh and colorful.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Toss vegetables with oil.
  2. Grill for 8–10 minutes.

10. BBQ Chicken Thighs

Tender and juicy.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken thighs
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Grill at 190°C (375°F) for 25 minutes.
  2. Brush with sauce near the end.

11. Grilled Pork Chops

Simple seasoning works well here.

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Brush chops with oil and season.
  2. Grill 5–6 minutes per side.

12. BBQ Chicken Wings

Great for sharing.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken wings
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Grill wings for 25 minutes.
  2. Toss with sauce and grill 5 more minutes.

13. Grilled Turkey Burgers

A lighter burger option.

Ingredients

  • 800 g ground turkey
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Form patties and season.
  2. Grill 5–6 minutes per side.

14. Grilled Pineapple Rings

Sweet and juicy.

Ingredients

  • 1 pineapple, sliced

Instructions

  1. Grill 2–3 minutes per side.

15. BBQ Chicken Flatbreads

Quick outdoor meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 flatbreads
  • 1 cup BBQ chicken
  • ½ cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Grill covered for 6–8 minutes.

16. Grilled Lamb Chops

Rich and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 6 lamb chops
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Grill 3–4 minutes per side.

17. Grilled Hot Dogs

A backyard classic.

Ingredients

  • 8 hot dogs

Instructions

  1. Grill 5–7 minutes, turning often.

18. Garlic Butter Shrimp Foil Packets

No-mess grilling.

Ingredients

  • 400 g shrimp
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

  1. Seal ingredients in foil.
  2. Grill for 8–10 minutes.

19. Grilled Zucchini Slices

Light and quick.

Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Grill 2–3 minutes per side.

20. BBQ Chicken Sliders

Great for casual meals.

Ingredients

  • Slider buns
  • 1½ cups BBQ chicken

Instructions

  1. Warm buns and fill.

21. Grilled Salmon Fillets

Fresh and flaky.

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Grill skin-side down for 6–8 minutes.

22. BBQ Chicken Wraps

Easy to assemble.

Ingredients

  • Tortillas
  • 1 cup BBQ chicken

Instructions

  1. Warm tortillas and fill.

23. Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Meaty and filling.

Ingredients

  • 4 portobello caps
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Grill 4–5 minutes per side.

24. BBQ Chicken Skewers with Veggies

Balanced and colorful.

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken cubes
  • 1 cup vegetables
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, brushing with sauce.

25. Grilled Peach Halves

A sweet way to finish.

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe peaches, halved

Instructions

  1. Grill cut-side down for 3–4 minutes.

Conclusion

These easy spring grilling recipes keep prep simple while delivering bold, satisfying results. Save your favorites, fire up the grill, and share relaxed meals that make the most of warm days outdoors.

Emily Rae Harper

Filed Under: Spring Seasion

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