Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (2024)

By Cindy Hattersley 6 Comments

Happy Tuesday everyone. I know many parts of the country are experiencing extreme heat. It is that time of year when heating up the house with the stove or oven is not very appealing. I have had a lot of specific recipe requests lately which prompted me to gather some of my favorite grilling recipes together in a post. Here are my favorite grill recipes when it’s too hot to cook.

GRILL RECIPES WHEN IT’S TOO HOT TO COOK

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GRILLED BRUSSEL SPROUTS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI

THIS GRILLED BRUSSEL SPROUTS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI is a summer staple at our house. This can be served as a side or an appetizer.

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GRILLED ROMAINE WITH CORN AND AVOCADO

Our family loves grilled romaine. It is simple and takes minutes to prepare and grill This version GRILLED ROMAINE WITH CORN AND AVOCADO is a much-loved version!

SKIRT STEAK FAJITAS

Fajitas were a standby when we owned the lake house. THIS SKIRT STEAK FAJITA ADAPTATION FROM THE PIONEER WOMAN was always our go to:

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GRILLED ROMAINE WITH CORN AND AVOCADO

Our family loves grilled romaine salad when it is too hot to cook. You can find this GRILLED ROMAINE WITH CORN AND AVOCADO as well as an entire grilled meal in my post Meal on the Grill When it’s too Hot to Cook.

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GRILLED FLANK STEAK SALAD

I Haven’t made this GRILLED FLANK STEAK SALAD yet this season. I think I will make it tomorrow night.

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SIMPLE GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KEBABS

I keep a bag of TJ’s frozen scallops and shrimp on hand for this Simple Grilled Shrimp and Scallop Kebabs.

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GRILLED ARTICHOKES WITH LEMON AIOLI

This grilled artichoke with lemon-mint aioli recipe is a simple summer favorite at our house. I sometimes serve it as an appetizer or as an accompaniment to grilled meat. Either way, it is delicious and fresh.

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MICHAEL SIMON’S GRILLED SKIRT STEAK

The marinade for MICHAEL SIMON’S GRILLED SKIRT STEAK is our favorite marinade for grilled steak. I think you will like it too.

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GRILLED VEGETABLES WITH ROMESCO SAUCE

The romesco sauce for this GRILLED VEGETABLES WITH ROMESCO SAUCE recipe can be made ahead. It keeps in the fridge for a few days. It is also good on fish and you can use the leftovers on crostini!

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THREE SIMPLE PIZZAS YOU CAN MAKE TONIGHT

Before Steve got his pizza oven we used to make these simple pizzas with Naan bread. THESE THREE PIZZAS can be whipped up in an instant without heating up the kitchen, or working too hard.

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I hope you enjoyed Grill Recipes when it is too hot to cook. Is the weather unbearably hot where you are? We have certainly not had a stellar summer here with the wind and fog. I am hoping August will be better. I will be back on Thursday with Jennifer for our monthly over 50 fashion edit. Our friend Tania from 50 isn’t old will be joining us. We will be talking about summer accessories. Be sure to join us.

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  1. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (16)Juliet says

    Thankfully it’s been a lot cooler in the Bay Area and I feel for those who are enduring extended and extreme heat. Heat or no we’re always up for grilling at Snowberry! I’m pinning and printing all these recipes to take us through the rest of summer. I’m not sure why I read blogs when I’m hungry … it’s complete torture 😉 xo

  2. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (17)LesliE says

    Perfect post. The weather this spring and summer has been among the hottest I can ever remember. Thanks for some cool cooking ideas. This inspires me to replace my teeny little Weber with a gas grill. Thank you.

  3. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (18)Gail says

    Wow…I want to try ALL of these delicious looking recipes. Just what we need for these hot summer days and they look beautiful too!

  4. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (19)Pam says

    I always look forward to your posts as they are filled with terrific stuff whether it’s fashion, food or design. Love them and these recipes are delicious looking!
    PS. Coastal San Diego is enjoying a lovely summer; we badly need rain but did have a thunder storm the other day which was highly unusual.

  5. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (20)Vikki (henry avenue designs says

    Cindy I love your posts! I also follow you on instagram and enjoy your fashion …it’s so my style. Also your posts of your new home. Again my style!

  6. Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (21)Karen B. says

    Our temps haven’t been high but the humidity is dreadful. These are all delicious-looking recipes and I’ll have fun delving into each over the next few weeks.

    Thank you for always providing some inspiration for living our lives to their fullest.
    xo,
    Karen

Grill Recipes When it's too Hot to Cook (2024)

FAQs

What to cook when it's too hot to grill? ›

16 Summer Recipes For When It's Way Too Hot To Grill Outside
  1. Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob. ...
  2. Roasted Garlic Ranch Chicken Kebabs. ...
  3. Baked Honey Barbecue Chicken. ...
  4. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers. ...
  5. Sheet Pan Sausage and Pepper Hoagies. ...
  6. Three-Ingredient Spicy Barbecue Tofu. ...
  7. Roasted Cauliflower Steaks. ...
  8. Oven-Roasted Pulled Pork.
Jul 13, 2018

What to bbq when it's hot? ›

What To Grill On A Hot Day
  1. Hot Dogs for Hot Days.
  2. Midsummer Hot Dogs.
  3. Chili Dogs.
  4. Grilled Teriyaki Dog.
  5. Bonus tip: Too hot to grill outside? Make some sheet pan hot dogs. ...
  6. Summer Sliders and Sandwiches.
  7. Jalapeno Popper Sliders.
  8. BBQ Meatball Sliders.

Is it OK to grill in hot weather? ›

Yes, it is safe to grill in hot weather. Just make sure you stay cool and hydrated. If you can grill under an outdoor cover like a pergola or awning, that'll provide you with some much needed shade.

Can you grill at 200 degrees? ›

To reverse sear a steak, start by getting your grill set to about 200 degrees. Once it hits that temperature, throw the steak on the grill, close the lid, and let it cook low and slow for about an hour. Then, pull the meat off the grill, and turn up the heat.

Can I grill at 300 degrees? ›

Get It Hot

Your grill should be 300-350°F for medium, 350-400°F for medium-high, 400-450°F for high, and 250-300°F for low heat. A properly heated grill will help keep the insides moist, sears foods on contact, and help prevent sticking.

What foods should you avoid in extreme heat? ›

Foods to Avoid:
  • Spicy and fried foods. Spicy and fried foods should be avoided during hot weather as they increase body temperature and cause dehydration. ...
  • Alcohol. Alcohol should be avoided as it dehydrates the body and increases body temperature. ...
  • Coffee. ...
  • Red meat. ...
  • Sugary drinks.
May 29, 2023

What foods should you avoid in hot weather? ›

It is best to avoid fried and oily foods during the summer because they affect digestion and clog your skin's pores with excess oil. Artificial sweeteners and flavouring agents in processed foods are harmful to the body.

Why can't you eat when it's hot? ›

Eating-induced thermogenesis presumably combines with environmental heat, so that appetite will be more suppressed after a given mean in a hot environment than in a cold environment, all things being equal.

What can I grill besides hamburgers and hotdogs? ›

Featured Recipes
  1. Quick Look. Grilled Sausage and Herb-Stuffed Pork Loin.
  2. Grilled Fish Tacos.
  3. Grilled Oysters with Lemon Dill Sauce.
  4. Grilled Salmon With Key Lime Butter.
  5. Grilled Boneless Sirloin and Vidalia Onion Skewers.
  6. Grilled Tuna With Olive Tapenade.
  7. Grilled Marinated Flank Sandwiches.
  8. Grilled Chicken with Rhubarb Salsa.

What can I grill besides burgers and hot dogs? ›

What Can You Cook On A Grill Besides Hamburgers
  1. Avocado. Say hello to your new way to enjoy avocado – grilled to perfection. ...
  2. Grilled Cheese. Let's say you're craving a grilled cheese sandwich. ...
  3. Fajitas. ...
  4. Tomatoes. ...
  5. Scallops. ...
  6. Watermelon. ...
  7. Clams (with spiced paprika butter) ...
  8. co*cktails.

What is the maximum temperature for grill? ›

Most gas grill temperatures max out around 550°F. A rough guide to gas grill temps: Very high (450°F to 550°F) High (400°F to 450°F)

How hot is too hot for gas grill? ›

This is a great question and one we get a lot! No matter how big or small, all our gas grills are designed to max out between 500-550°F.

Is it OK to leave gas grill outside in summer? ›

It may be tempting to set up your barbecue grill inside of your open garage or under a covered balcony, but propane and gas, charcoal grills are strictly designed for outdoor use where there is plenty of ventilation.

Is 600 degrees too hot for a grill? ›

It is fine, however, for large pieces of meat, or a whole salmon, where you need a lower temperature for a longer time. The maximum temperature of a propane grill is around 600 °F.

What can I make on a BBQ without a grill? ›

Choose meats that work well on a grill pan.

Sausages or any meat in casing works perfectly fine on a pan because the smoke of a grill wouldn't have penetrated the meat, anyway — plus, you can easily achieve grill marks. His favorite thing to cook on a cast-iron pan, however, is burgers.

Can you cook at 100 degrees? ›

If you are talking about 100 degrees on the Fahrenheit scale, maybe play dough. Certainly not food. Bacteria grows really well at that temperature. Nothing baked at 100 F would be safe to eat.

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