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Firing up the BBQ needn't put pay to your healthy eating plans. We have plenty of healthy BBQ recipes to keep everyone happy. From steaks and burgers to fish and veggie dishes, discover some new healthy BBQ ideas right here.
A delicious seafood starter for a springtime weekend lunch. Satisfying and fresh, these crispy sourdough bruschettas are made with thinly sliced fennel, sweet crab, lemon and olive oil. Top tip: if you haven't any dill, use the fennel fronds instead.
Serve up a taste of the Mediterranean with this warm roasted veg salad that makes a great side dish to grilled meats and fish or as part of a vegetarian buffet. Sweet, colourful roasted peppers and courgettes combine with a fragrant oregano and garlic oil.
Derek Sarno's vegan miso glazed aubergines are perfect for the barbecue and inspired by Asian flavours.
‘Chow is a street food snack that’s common in Trinidad,' says food writer Riaz Phillips. 'It’s a nice palate-cleansing "dessert" that isn't overly sweet. You could also add garlic and serve it as a side dish.'
Chilli and lime is a classic combo for barbecued prawns and these skewers can be griddled or cooked over the coals, making them a versatile summer dish. This recipe includes baked potato wedges, try adding a green salad or seasonal veg for a balanced family meal.
This firecracker salmon is coated in a sticky sriracha and honey glaze, and served with a zingy pineapple salsa. It's sure to get your tastebuds tingling this summer – try it on the barbecue or grilled in the oven.
Try this really easy yogurt marinade – made with Kashmiri chilli flakes, turmeric, cumin and garlic – for chicken kebabs.
There isn't anything quite like a bit of char to accentuate flavours in your cooking, and paneer is just the cheese for this
These gorgeous prawn tacos combine a classic Cuban mojito cocktail with spicy Mexican street food for a summer mash-up that everyone will love. Perfect for cooking on a barbecue (or indoors), these easy tacos are cooked in minutes on the barbecue.
Set up a baked potato bar at your next barbecue with this easy baked potato recipe and let everybody help themselves.
Marinated in a mix of lemon juice, garlic and green herbs, these fish and king prawn kebabs taste incredible served straight off the barbecue with a scattering of fresh lemon zest
This asparagus dish is a brilliant vegetarian barbecue idea. Once grilled, the asparagus spears are drizzled with lemon juice. Finish off by crumbling the cheese of your choice over the top as this leads to a gorgeous melty dressing.
Go for bold Indian spices with this Bombay potato salad. Served with a fresh raita and mango chutney, it's a perfect potato salad with a twist to serve at a summer gathering.
Let your summer sizzle with our simple and delicious BBQ recipes - this sardines with zingy chilli, garlic and lemon fish dish is light, healthy and totally tasty
These BBQ chicken burgers have been given a Korean kick thanks to a tangy dark soy sauce and ginger marinade
Bring the summer sunshine indoors with these quick and easy meatball kebabs, glazed with hot honey for extra zing. No need for a BBQ when you have an air-fryer!
The next time you're planning a BBQ, consider making these chilli and caper marinated tuna steaks. Capers and fish are a match made in food heaven, and when you factor in the meaty flavour of juicy tuna steaks straight from the grill, you're in Nirvana.
Want to bring the taste of the Caribbean to your BBQ cooking? This wonderful marinade mixture will definitely add some sunshine flavours to your salmon steaks. Zesty limes give a real citrus burst too.
Fancy a kebab? Then this recipe is perfect for a midweek treat. Marinated chicken breast and cherry tomatoes may look simple but the flavours generated when the kebabs are popped under the grill are fantastic. Serve with rice and salad for a great supper.
We love these moreish smash-and-grab roast potatoes with a herby garlic dip – just right for a sharing platter.
Full of fresh and fragrant Thai flavours, these mushroom lettuce cups feel like a real treat yet are a healthy choice. Topped with toasted rice and crispy onions, make these for a special starter, side or light lunch.
The British classic, but not as you know it! Barbecuing the cod makes it gorgeously flaky and gives it a mouthwateringly crispy skin, a perfect match for a fragrant pea mash and homemade tartare sauce
Adding peaches to these pork kebabs gives a beautiful caramelised flavour. Marinate the pork in advance, then all you have to do is heat the grill for a deliciously simple and healthy dinner.
Greece meets Italy in this fresh and colourful bruschetta recipe. Top crusty baguette with feta, tomatoes and olives for big Greek salad flavours. This is perfect for picnics or any summer picky bits occassion!
This mango and peanut slaw is big on tropical fruit flavours and interesting textures. Top with a homemade lime and sweet chilli dressing and you have a stunning side for barbecues or alfresco eating.
It's time to get grilling! This beef joint is spiced with cumin and paprika for a smoky marinade. Drizzle over a quick coriander chimichurri for zingy freshness. This make-ahead dish is perfect for all your summer hosting occasions. If you don't fancy using the barbecue, you can cook the beef in the oven.
This fresh take on the Caesar salad makes the most of its simple ingredients
Chargrilled until smoky and covered in butter and spices, this speedy side is great with barbecued beef or chicken
Get the barbecue ready for these super sticky honey, soy and ginger chicken skewers; they’re a sure-fire winner for hosting this summer
Try a new twist on barbecued corn on the cob with this corn and halloumi pancake recipe.
Want to cook a whole chicken on the BBQ? Spatchcocking it will help it cook quickly and evenly, keeping it tender but with delicious smoky charred skin. We’ve given it a Middle Eastern-style twist with spiced yogurt and pomegranate seeds.
Liven up your BBQ with this smokin' hot broccoli recipe. With carrots, cabbage and lime, this summery side is packed full of flavour.
Dust off the tongs and light up the grill and treat yourself to a midweek barbecue dinner with this simple pasta salad