8 Tested and Perfected Summer Grilling Recipes

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Summer grilling season is in full swing. Branch out from the usual hot dogs and burgers with these delicious and foolproof recipes.

1. Grilled Honey, Lime & Sriracha Chicken



These chicken skewers marinated in honey, lime juice and Sriracha are every bit as good as they look -- and if you haven't tried Sriracha, the Asian hot sauce named after the coastal city of Si Racha in Thailand, this is the perfect recipe to taste just how delicious it is. GET THE RECIPE

2. Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa



These shrimp tacos are perfect for a casual and fun summer dinner party. You can prepare most of the recipe ahead of time, then just fire up the grill and lay out all of the components for everyone to help themselves. GET THE RECIPE

3. Grilled Spice-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Chimichurri



A specialty of Argentina, chimichurri is a tangy, zesty condiment traditionally served with grilled meats. This version -- made from a fragrant blend of parsley, mint and cilantro -- pairs beautifully with spice-rubbed beef tenderloin. GET THE RECIPE

4. Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken



A.k.a. Margarita Chicken, this is one of those dishes that just screams fun. The marinade -- a combination of tequila, lime, garlic and spices -- is loaded with bright Southwestern flavor. GET THE RECIPE

5. Grilled Chicken Wings with Seasoned Buffalo Sauce



Classic Buffalo wings are fried, but I love the flavor and easy of cooking them on the grill. The key is to cook them over a moderate flame so that the fat renders out and the skin gets nice and crispy. The seasoned Buffalo sauce is flavored with garlic and spices, which makes it tastier than your typical hot sauce. GET THE RECIPE

6. Greek Style Lamb Burgers



If you like Greek food, you'll love these flavorful lamb patties topped with Tzatziki, feta, tomatoes, red onions and shredded lettuce. They're perfect for entertaining, especially if you're looking for a fun, gourmet alternative to your standard cookout fare. GET THE RECIPE

7. Grilled Shrimp Kebobs with Tomato, Garlic & Herbs



In this easy recipe, shrimp are quickly marinated in a bright and tangy mixture of olive oil, tomato paste, lemon, garlic and herbs and then grilled until plump and slightly charred. They're perfect for entertaining because all the prep is done ahead of time. GET THE RECIPE

8. Grilled Moroccan Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce



In this recipe, ground beef is laced with warm spices, fresh herbs and garlic, and then grilled in meatball form until smoky and charred. Serve the meatballs over couscous with a yogurt-cucumber sauce for a quick and easy meal that's big on flavor. GET THE RECIPE -- This feed and its contents are the property of The Huffington Post, and use is subject to our terms. It may be used for personal consumption, but may not be distributed on a website.












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