20 Easy 4th of July Appetizers Everyone Will Reach for as Soon as the BBQ Starts

Take some of the best food summer has to offer—sweet corn, juicy nectarines, for example— and toss them with fresh herbs, farro, and halloumi for the perfect seasonal salad.

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If the grill's already fired up, there's no excuse not to make this delicious app. After you whisk together some ingredients as a marinade, pop the zucchini on the grill, and in minutes, you're done.

Get the Grilled Zucchini with Coconut-Chile Drizzle and Fresh Mint recipe.

If you show up to the BBQ with this in hand, you'll truly be the MVP. Rice is always the perfect side dish, but Arroz con Gandules (rice with pigeon peas) is next level in flavor. Plus, it pairs well with all types of meat.

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It’s everything you love about chana masala—saucy, deeply satisfying chickpeas—reimagined in nacho form.

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Light and refreshing, this salad features cucumbers, cherry and grape tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño for a kick.

Get the Chickpea Salad with Smashed Cucumbers recipe.

If you're serving some savory barbecue later on, these sweet-and-savory shrimp kebabs will get everyone in the mood for more grilled goodness.

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Toss everyone's favorite app on the grill, then coat in a homemade peach bourbon BBQ sauce for a little extra summer flair.

Get the Grilled Chicken Wings recipe.

Take your average Caprese salad up a notch by pairing tangy goat cheese with ripe and watermelon heirloom and grape tomatoes.

Get the Goat Cheese and Cherry Caprese recipe.

It can't get any easier than dressing up store-bought potato chips with a sprinkle of cheese and herbs.

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A healthy and hearty make-ahead dip, this recipe, loaded with beans, corn, and avocado, is the ultimate side dish to bring to your 4th of July backyard party.

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Lighter than the usual gooey baked version, this super fresh no-cook dip is made with tons of fragrant herbs, walnuts for crunch, and cheese for a hit of savory flavor.

Get the Best Ever Spinach and Artichoke Dip recipe.

This grilled medley gets a summer makeover thanks to a sweet, herby drizzle.

Get the Grilled Veggies with Honey-Thyme Vinaigrette recipe.

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Serve this warm cheese dip with grilled baguettes for the ultimate party starter.

Get the Grilled Corn and Ricotta Dip recipe.

This family dinner favorite can easily transition to an appetizer — just slice thin pieces and dig in!

Get the Best-Ever Grilled Pizza recipe.

Summer's ultimate trio — melon, tomato, and feta — tastes even better when paired together. See for yourself.

Get the Melon Mosaic recipe.

Trade your BBQ wings — just this once, promise — for fresh cucumbers or carrots and dip 'em good.

Get the Chunky Buffalo Blue Dip recipe.

The choice is yours: You can put this four-ingredient spread on just about anything. Bread is best, TBH.

Get the Cherry Tomato Confit recipe.

Fresh peaches make a bold statement when paired with bocconcini mozzarella and sliced prosciutto.

Get the Peach and Prosciutto Skewers recipe.