7 Easy Beach BBQ Food Ideas
Are you are planning a trip to the beach, sounds like fun! You will definitely need to eat while you are there, what is convenient that fits in a cooler and is above all yummy?
7 Easy beach BBQ food ideas are:
Skewers
Burgers
Hot dogs
Corn on the cob
Pork Ribs
Pink Lemonade
Grilled Desserts
Here are some easy beach BBQ food ideas. Kebabs are always a fun option to enjoy while on the beach, simply buy some skewers at the grocery store and then pick out your preferred meat. You can always do the classic burgers and/or hot dogs too just make sure to pack plenty of condiments in the cooler. For a simple and fun side, some corn on the cob always goes well. You will need to pack drinks too to wash that food down for those who won’t be able to enjoy a cold beer below I have a pink lemonade recipe.
These are messy and fun foods that complete any day at the beach. But of course, we can’t forget to finish it off with a dessert. I have included a few ideas for a yummy dessert with a healthy option too. A wide assortment of grilled fruit, meats, corn on the cob, and desserts make for a great and fun BBQ any day, the beach makes it even better.
Let’s get started with classic beach food.
SKEWERS
Skewers are easy because of their easy clean up, no plates needed and their messy nature is the best on the beach. To get started with these go ahead and get some bamboo skewers from a grocery store and have fun with it from there. You can cook seafood lined up on the skewers over a BBQ pit, they don’t need much seasoning if you prefer a more natural flavor. The cooking method alone adds to the yum factor.
There are so many meats you can cook on these bamboo spits. If you are looking for something greasier and heartier pick up some red meats, like beef or pork. Chicken works too, there are a few recipes below to get you started. You can use Old Bay seasoning or your favorite steak seasoning. A little salt and pepper are my go-to with added butter and lemon, especially when cooking seafood.
BURGERS
Frying up some hamburgers is a great dinner for a beach outing. Plus hamburger is easy to cook, so you can enjoy your time at the beach more. Just add some salt, pepper, and your favorite barbecue sauce. Viola! Easy delicious barbecue food ready for you to enjoy sitting in your beach chair with a great view.
These are easy enough to make on a grill. Your beach of choice may have a Barbecue you can use, if that is the case make sure to bring cleaning supplies and give a scrub before using. If you don’t trust it bring a portable grill from home. Burgers are great with a cold beer perfect for watching the sunset into the water or hiding under an umbrella while you watch the kids splash in the water. Just make sure you check your local beach rules before bringing alcohol or your own grill.
HOT DOGS
For really easy cooking pop a pack of hot dogs in a cooler and tote them along with you to the beach. You can fry them up pretty much anywhere and enjoy them with your choice of toppings. These are even easier than burgers and a crowd-pleaser, especially if you have a few picky eaters in your group.
CORN ON THE COB
Have you ever gone to a fair and seen people walking about with corn on the cob on a stick with some delicious-looking sauce on top? It is a yummy Mexican street food called Elotes. Corn on the cob is already sweet, with the extra topping to make it more delicious with a bit of spiciness added to it. To make the dish add some oil, Parmesan cheese, and Elotes sauce there is a link below with more details.
This punchy corn on the cob is a bit messy, but fun and delicious. Just like all of these finger foods perfect for any beach Barbecue. Take a bite of this juicy side.
PORK RIBS
You can’t have a Barbecue without ribs. A great finger food you need a paper plate for. To make this simple recipe add a bit of brown sugar, onion and garlic powder, salt and pepper, and then throw the ribs onto the grill. When they are ready top the ribs with a mixture of oil, chicken stock, apple cider vinegar, and BBQ sauce. Then take a bit of the saucy ribs. The whole recipe is linked at the bottom of the page.
Planning a beach BBQ? Print out this checklist to make sure you don’t forget the essentials.
PINK LEMONADE
PINK LEMONADEThose tasty ribs or any of the recipes above go great with a pink lemonade. This refreshing recipe includes fresh lemons, raspberries, and sugar. Because after all that yummy food you need something to wash it down with.
GRILLED DESSERTS
Don’t forget the dessert, you made the rest of your meal on a grill why not make your dessert on the grill too? Try a smores in a tortilla. Take your tortilla and add mini marshmallows, chocolate chips crushed graham crackers, and roll it up in foil. Put this on the grill for 5 minutes then it is ready to be enjoyed.
Also, another great, healthier, and fast desert can be made with fruit. Simply add any fruit to a skewer and put them on the grill. The fruit becomes super sweet, juicy, and delicious.
These delicious recipe ideas will be sure to keep you fed at any beach outing. There are healthy options and only tasty options. Enjoy a lemonade, some ribs, and kick back on the beach for a quiet or loud day, whatever you are needing. Beach outings are filled with good times, with a little prep those memories can be well fed too.
After that delicious meal, you need to enjoy something a little sweet. End the day with a grilled dessert. Fruits, or smores, are grilled and sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. A great way to get your energy up for the trip home.
Related Questions:
What should you bring for a beach BBQ?
Depends on what you cook. But for sure, bring paper towels, paper plates, cups, and a trash bag to keep our beaches clean! Also, a wire brush is a must for cleaning the grill.
Which is better for a BBQ at the beach, gas or charcoal?
Charcoal may be preferred by some for the taste it gives, but sometimes the ocean breeze can make it hard to keep lit. If that is a concern for you try a gas grill instead.
At what temperature are the meats ready to be eaten?
Chicken is ready at 165 Fahrenheit or 74 Celsius. Beef, pork, and seafood are ready to be eaten once it gets to 145 Fahrenheit, or 63 Celsius (all according to the FDA). Get yourself a handy meat thermometer to be sure when cooking.
RECIPE LINKS:
BBQ Chicken skewers: https://www.olivemagazine.com/recipes/entertain/hot-paprika-chicken-kebabs-with-grilled-pineapple/
Seafood Kababs: https://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/seafood-kebabs
Pork Ribs: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a36211603/grilled-bbq-ribs-recipe/
Corn on the Cob: https://www.olivemagazine.com/recipes/vegetarian/spiced-corn-on-the-cob/
Lemonade: https://www.coastmagazine.co.uk/content/recipe-pink-lemonade
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