The Best Whole30 Recipes for Your Summer Picnic and BBQ

by | Clean Eating Recipes, Summer

Summer is full of picnics and BBQs and Memorial Day and 4th of July parties and potlucks and neighborhood block parties. There’s no need to starve if you follow the Whole30 protocol. If you are looking to cook healthier recipes for your summer entertaining, these Whole30 approved appetizers, salads, and main dishes will make you a star.

Summer is full of picnics and BBQs and Memorial Day and 4th of July parties and potlucks and neighborhood block parties. There's no need to starve if you follow the Whole30 protocol. If you are looking to cook healthier recipes for your summer entertaining, these Whole30 approved appetizers, salads, and main dishes will make you a star.

We’ll begin by assuming you’ve done all of your research and know exactly what you’re getting into and all of the “rules” of the Whole30 diet. That you are here because already know the ins and outs and are looking for trusted recipes that you can make.

That being said, please note the following:

1. All recipes have been thoroughly researched, vetted, and cross-checked against the official Whole30 approved and compliant foods. However… any time you are following a specific nutrition protocol, ALWAYS check the ingredients for yourself.

2. There are a few recipes (one of mine included) that specifically calls out optional ingredients to remove to be Whole30 compliant.

3. Even if the recipe title or description does not say Whole30, the ingredients are what we looked at to make the determination.

4. All recipes are obviously gluten-free, and there are plenty of vegan options as well.

Are you ready for summer entertaining?

 

Whole30 Appetizers

 

 

Are you looking for a new appetizer, a fun recipe for Cinco de Mayo, or some nosh that's easy to make and super special to serve a crowd? These sweet potato bites with avocado and shrimp are a delicious southwestern Tex-Mex style appetizer that is guaranteed to please everyone. They are Paleo, Whole30, dairy-free and gluten-free. The flavor combination may sound a bit bizarre, but trust me, it's going to be one of the best apps you've ever tasted. Get the recipe...

Sweet Potato Bites with Avocado and Shrimp by Pink Fortitude

 

 

Turkey Zucchini Meatballs by Low Carb Yum 

 

 

I was never a fan of beets. I grew up in rural Pennsylvania, where pickled eggs and beets were a huge thing, and other than hogmaw, I don't think there was a food that grossed me out more. Ok, maybe liver and onions. But you get the point. So enter adulthood and healthy eating and beets were never on my radar. Until these oven baked beet chips came into my life.

Oven Baked Beet Chips by Pink Fortitude

 

 

Grilled Watermelon by Pink Fortitude

 

 

Whole30 Salads

 

Moroccan Carrot Salad by The Bewitchin Kitchen

 

 

Whole30 Potato Salad by Tastes of Lizzy T

 

 

Tomato Cucumber Salad by Finding Zest

 

 

Cucumber Salad by Know Your Produce

 

 

Italian Marinated Artichoke Salad by Wholesome Yum

 

 

Raw Rainbow Detox Veggie Salad by Tasting Page

 

 

Broccoli Salad with Bacon by Cook Eat Paleo

 

 

 

 

Whole30 Main Dishes

 

Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner that your entire family will love? And oh, by the way, is made with whole foods and ingredients and can be made Paleo and dairy-free? This lamb and zucchini boat dinner will take you 20 minutes start to finish and you can make it on the grill, skillet, or oven. PS - while you can enjoy it any time, it's best during your bountiful summer zucchini harvest! Get the recipe...

Lamb and Zucchini Boat by Pink Fortitude

 

 

Fajita Chicken Wings by The Bewitchin Kitchen

 

 

Chimichurri Chicken Dinner Salad by Flavor & Savor

 

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders by The Real Food Drs

 

 

Grilled Gyro Burgers by Real Food with Jessica

 

 

Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Kabobs by The Real Food Drs

 

 

Shrimp on the Barbie is one of my favorite summer dinners.  It's quick and easy to make, and my entire family loves it.  This recipe certainly isn't new, but it's our family favorite and is always perfection.

Shrimp on the Barbie by Pink Fortitude

 

Summer is full of picnics and BBQs and Memorial Day and 4th of July parties and potlucks and neighborhood block parties. There's no need to starve if you follow the Whole30 protocol. If you are looking to cook healthier recipes for your summer entertaining, these Whole30 approved appetizers, salads, and main dishes will make you a star.

 

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Love, hugs, and finally a summer party with food that we all can enjoy!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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