6 Awesome Barbecue Appetizers for Summer

Summer has officially started! Are you as excited as I am?

That means that we get more sunshine, warm weather, and…BARBECUES! Summer is definitely barbecue season so I thought a good idea would be to share some suggestions for you to spice up your usual barbecue menu. Not that there’s anything wrong with it. But maybe you’re in the mood to try some different things this year. So here’s a list of 6 great appetizer options for you to explore. Enjoy!

1. Watermelon and brie

By My Suburban Kitchen

Such a creative combination that will add the freshness of the watermelon with the richness of the brie. Yum!

Watermelon Brie Bites

2. Greek salad on a stick

By Olive Tomato

How simple, yet genius, is it turning a popular salad into a skewer? The skewer format guarantees guests will get a bite of each ingredient, plus it’s a finger food which means no serve ware needed. Perfection!

Greek salad skewer appetizer

3. Caprese salad skewers

By Cooking LSL

The Caprese salad is another very popular dish that can please even the hardest guest. Again, turn it into a skewer and you got an easy finger food appetizer that is not heavy, carries the freshness of summer with all of the flavor an Italian recipe has.

Caprese Skewers With Balsamic on a skewer

4. Shrimp and pineapple skewers

By Closet Cooking

Who said barbecues can’t have seafood? Shrimp and pineapple is such a rich and surprising combination that it is sure to wow your guests.

Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

5. Cucumber and feta rolls

By Closet Cooking

If you want to go with something super light so guests can save their hunger for the main course, these rolls are the perfect choice. Easy to do, pretty and as fresh as summer!

Cucumber and Feta Rolls

6. Grilled Zucchini Potato Rolls with Goat Cheese

By Cookin Canuck

This recipe can be used as an appetizer but also as an alternative dish for the vegetarians among your guests. It is always a good idea to have veggie options when you entertain.

These fantastic vegetarian Grilled Zucchini Potato Rolls with Goat Cheese are great as an appetizer or even a light lunch. 109 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

So tell us, which one is your favorite?