5 Creative Recipes for the Grill

Photo: Ralph Anderson; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Break out of your burger habit this summer with these 5 out-of-the-ordinary recipes for the grill.

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Grilled Romaine Salad With Buttermilk-Chive Dressing

Jennifer Davick

Grilled Romaine Salad With Buttermilk-Chive Dressing Recipe
Grilling Romaine lettuce leaves gives them a slightly wilted texture and a distinctive smoky flavor. Add red onion, shaved Parmesan cheese, and tangy Buttermilk-Chive Dressing for a satisfying summer salad.

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Grilled Vegetables with Feta

Grilled Vegetables with Feta Recipe
Brush fresh-from-the-market veggies with a sweet and tangy vinaigrette and grill until they're just a little crispy on the edges, yet tender on the inside. Add to rice and top with crumbled feta for a delicious meatless supper.

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Summer Squash Pizza

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Summer Squash Pizza Recipe
Grilled pizza is so tasty, it's hard to believe how easy it is! A hot flame, some delicious veggies, cheese, fresh herbs, and a prepackaged pizza crust are all you need for this savory Italian-inspired dinner.

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Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Toasted Coconut

Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Toasted Coconut Recipe
Grill pineapple wedges soaked in rum for a deliciously sweet-and-smoky dessert. Serve with ice cream, if desired.

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Cream-Filled Grilled Pound Cake

Photo: Ralph Anderson; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Cream-Filled Grilled Pound Cake Recipe
Grilling adds a fresh twist to a favorite Southern dessert. Just spread flavored cream cheese between slices, grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, and top with whipped cream and berries. If you use store-bought pound cake, this may be the easiest summer dessert–ever.

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5 Creative Recipes for the Grill

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Grilled Romaine Salad With Buttermilk-Chive Dressing