Best Fourth Of July Recipes - Dining and Cooking

1Hot German Potato Salad potato salad with chopped onions and bacon PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

American potato salad comes in many shapes and sizes, but they all typically have a mayonnaise base with a mix of crunchy chopped veggies and fresh herbs. Unlike the chilled, creamy picnic staple we’re familiar with, German potato salad is served warm with a bacon (!!) vinaigrette.

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2Chicken Burgers chicken burger topped with sauce, lettuce, sliced red onion, and tomato PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Make room for these chicken burgers on your plate! We use ingredients like caramelized onions, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce to create a burger that won’t disappoint.

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3Big Mac Hot DogsPHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We all know and love a Big Mac. We’re here to tell you—Mac sauce isn’t just for burgers anymore! It’s just as good drizzled atop hot dogs alongside all the other iconic ingredients such as shredded lettuce, pickles, and white onions.

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4Watermelon Feta Salad watermelon cubes, feta, red onion, and mint in a bowl PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

The MVP of summer fruit, sweet and juicy watermelon is perfectly refreshing all on its own. But by simply adding cucumbers, mint, red onion, and tangy feta with a very simple vinaigrette (just olive oil + red wine vinegar), you’ve got yourself a fabulous summer salad.

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5Ribs On The Grill grilled rib stack PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: MICAH MORTON

Few foods are better than perfectly tender ribs glistening with caramelized BBQ sauce. Now, you can have smokehouse-quality ribs from the comfort of your own home. All it takes is a grill, a few hours, and a lot of patience.

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6Flag CakePHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

If your 4th of July party doesn’t end with a red, white, and blue dessert, then you’re doing it wrong! This cake is about as patriotic as it gets. With a simple frosting, boxed cake mix, and sweet fresh fruit, this cake is as easy to make as it is to devour.

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7Classic Potato Salad classic potato salad with pickles, onions, and topped with paprika and chives PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: SIMON ANDREWS

A classic potato salad is a must-have at every picnic and BBQ. Ours is creamy and tangy, with a little bit of crunch from the onion and pickles. If you’re looking for a classic, no-fuss potato salad that won’t disappoint, this is it.

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8Campfire Hot Dog Skewers grilled skewers with sliced hot dogs, pineapple, red bell peppers basted with a bbq sauce PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

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9Broccoli Caesar Pasta Salad broccoli caesar pasta salad topped with crunchy croutons PHOTO: ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Bright, crisp-tender broccoli is tossed with cavatappi, shredded Parm, and shards of crispy croutons in a silky homemade Caesar dressing for an unforgettable spin on the classic cookout staple.

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10Butterflied Grilled Chicken Drumsticks butterflied chicken drumsticks seasoned with brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and dried thyme and grilled until tender and charred then served with alabama white sauce PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Think chicken is boring? Think again. Butterflying chicken legs allows the meat to cook evenly while also allowing more surface area for seasoning and smoky grill flavor. These get rubbed with a Creole seasoning blend, charred over high heat, then moved to indirect heat to finish cooking until they’re tender and juicy.

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11Corn Salad corn, chopped tomatoes, feta and basil in a bowl PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

When the weather warms up, we can’t wait to get our hands on fresh corn. This summer side dish features fresh corn kernels, tomatoes, feta cheese, red onions, and fresh basil.

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12American Pie strawberries and blueberries with pie crust stars and stripes PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

This slab pie is the edible centerpiece every 4th of July party table needs! Filled with fresh summer fruits and brimming with patriotic personality, this is the most festive treat from sea to shining sea. Best of all, it’s easy to make.

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13Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers mini red and yellow peppers stuffed with pimento cheese and baked PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Stuffed mini peppers (especially cheesy ones) are such an easy appetizer to throw together and are always a crowd-pleaser. These are filled with homemade pimento cheese dip and topped with shredded cheddar cheese.

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14Best-Ever Burger cheeseburger with onions, tomatoes, lettuce and sauce

Whether you load yours up with all the toppings or prefer to keep it simple, we’re here to give you our recipe for the best burger possible. Fire up the grill—our go-to recipe will be the base for your favorite burgers at cookouts all summer long.

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15Greek Pasta Salad bowtie pasta tossed with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and olives PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Light and bright, this Greek-inspired pasta salad should be a apart of your July 4th party menu. It’s made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients like briny olives, sweet tomatoes, fresh cucumbers, and sharp feta cheese.

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16Pulled Pork pulled pork in bbq sauce PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Sandwiched between a soft potato bun, piled on top of a baked potato, or even eaten on its own, pulled pork is something we crave every 4th of July. If you’re looking for the best pulled pork recipe to keep in your back pocket, this is it.

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17July 4th Ice Cream Cake ice cream cake layered with blue, white, and red, topped with blue and white dollops of icing and sprinkles PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE18Cajun Crab Cake Sliders jumbo lump crab tossed with trinity vegetables, cajun seasoning, and lemon pepper seasoning and pan fried until golden brown PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Like any classic crab cake, these are blended with mayo, egg, and crushed Saltines to just barely bind them together, but what makes these extra special is a blend of sautéed trinity vegetables, Cajun seasoning, and the secret ingredient: lemon pepper seasoning.

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19No-Bake Strawberry Lemon Swirl Tart a tart made with cookie crust and a filling of lemon and strawberry curds swirled together. served with whipped cream on the side PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This no-bake strawberry lemon swirl tart is a dessert that we’ll be making all season long. This recipe relies on a few no-bake shortcuts. Instead of making pastry dough from scratch, we opt for a crumb crust using shortbread cookies, which offers a sweet flavor and great texture.

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20Grilled ZucchiniEmily Hlavac Green

Zucchini is one of our favorite vegetables to grill in the summer. Why? It’s healthy, it’s easy, and quick cooking. This particular recipe takes no more than 15 minutes to come together.

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