Top 8 Healthy Grilling Recipes for Year-Round Deliciousness

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Looking for some health-conscious grilling recipes that’ll keep you stimulated throughout the year? No matter the month, no matter the weather, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re counting down some of the top-rated recipes that are destined to make you and your grill very happy.

 

1. California Grilled Chicken

This Grilled Chicken recipe makes four servings and takes about 40 minutes to prepare and cook. It’s ripe with flavor and easy to put together, perfect for a hot summer day or a cool autumn evening.

Link: http://bit.ly/31Rrtb2

What You’ll Need: 

• 3/4 c. balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• Kosher salt
• Ground black pepper
• 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts
• 4 mozzarella slices
• 4 avocado slices
• 4 tomato slices
• 2 tbsp. Freshly sliced basil
• Balsamic glaze

 

2. Grilled Corn Salad with Lime, Red Chilli and Cotija by Bobby Flay

This highly rated and praised Grilled Corn Salad recipe is a perfect side dish to any steak. Chef Bobby Flay (Celebrity Chef, The Food Network) is known for taking inspiration from the American Southwest for his unique and authentic barbecue flavors.

Link: http://bit.ly/32TC7zv

What You’ll Need: 

• 8 ears of fresh corn (silks removed, husk on, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes)
• Canola oil
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup creme fraiche
• 2 limes, juiced and 1 zested
• 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves
• 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese

 

3. Grilled Cabbage Steaks

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An alternative to grilling meat, cabbage steaks are an ideal health-conscious alternative for almost any meal. Their cooking time is about five minutes per side, and, when seasoned with pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes, they are so delicious, you won’t even miss the meat. 

PRO TIP: Top up your dish with blue cheese, bacon, scallions, and ranch dressing for that extra little something special. 

Link: http://bit.ly/31R9wcS

What You’ll Need:

• 1 large head of cabbage, cut into ½"-thick rounds
• Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

 

4. Grilled Salt-and-Pepper Black Bass with Curry Verde

This step-by-step guide walks you through appropriately seasoning, preparing, and cooking a whole black bass fish for that perfect (and most impressive) dinner with family and friends. The flavors in this dish are masterful and the preparation easy to follow. Maximize your culinary skills by trying something new! 

Note: This recipe specifies black sea bass but, in reality, whole fish can be substituted to best suit your needs. The flavors are adaptable. 

Link: http://bit.ly/31PcPkB 

What You’ll Need: 

• 1 cup neutral oil (recommended: grapeseed)
• 1 Tbsp. curry powder (recommended: vadouvan)
• 1 green chile (ie. serrano or jalapeño), finely chopped
• 1 1" piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
• 1 garlic clove, finely grated
• 2 1/2 cups cilantro
• 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• Kosher salt
• 2 1½–2-lb. whole fish, cleaned
• 8 scallions
• Ground black pepper
• Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
• Sea salt

 

5. Grilled Carrots with Cumin-Serrano Yogurt

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Carrots on a grill are a delicious addition to any meal, as long as they’re cooked and cared for properly. This flavorful dish combines a wealthy batch of ingredients together to create a health-conscious alternative to potatoes and/or any other filling options. 

Link: http://bit.ly/2Psquvs

What You’ll Need: 

• 3 pounds carrots with tops trimmed to 1 inch, scrubbed
• 2 bunches spring onions or scallions, halved lengthwise, tops trimmed
• Kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 serrano chile, finely chopped
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt, plain
• 2 tablespoons chopped mint

 

6. Grilled Scallops with Nori, Ginger, and Lime

Nothing says “Summer BBQ” like a delicious new scallops recipe — and this one will keep you wildly satisfied. This spectacular recipe is easy to prepare and plays host to a bunch of exotic, compelling flavors that make for a fabulous blend. 

Link: http://bit.ly/2BUOqzr

What You’ll Need: 

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tsp. fresh lime juice
• Kosher salt
• 1 toasted nori sheet
• 1 tsp. ground coriander
• ½ tsp. ground ginger
• 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
• 12 large dry sea scallops, side muscles removed, patted dry
• ½ lime
• 3 scallions, dark green parts only, very thinly sliced
• 1 tsp. Aleppo-style or other mild red pepper flakes or gochugaru (coarse Korean red pepper powder)

 

7. Warm Red Potato Salad

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For those of us still craving our potato fix, this low-fat recipe for potato salad is ideal for any month of the year. It combines tenderly grilled potatoes with a warm herb vinaigrette to stimulate your palette. 

Link: http://bit.ly/369jV6W

What You’ll Need: 

• 3 lb. medium waxy red potatoes
• 1 large red onion, roughly chopped
• ³⁄₄cup olive oil
• ¹⁄₂cup red wine vinegar
• ¹⁄₃cup roughly chopped parsley
• ¹⁄₄cup roughly chopped oregano
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

 

8. Grilled Avocados with Black Bean Pico de Gallo

Last and but not least, we have a scrumptious healthy alternative for the beloved old Guacamole and Chips that is so near and dear to our hearts. This recipe combines grilled avocados with a protein-packed salsa. In less than half an hour, this dish could be yours. It’s perfect for appetizers, snacks for party guests, or for a nice night in with family or friends. 

Personally speaking, this is one of the best (and easiest to make) recipes we’ve found in the last year. It’s great year-round and suitable for many an occasion. 

Link: http://bit.ly/34br5pg

What You’ll Need: 

• 2 ripe California Avocados
• 1 C Black Bean and Sweet Corn Pico de Gallo
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Juice of 2 limes, freshly squeezed