One summer evening, I had a rainbow of bell peppers sitting on the counter and no idea what to make. I sliced them up, brushed them with olive oil, and threw them on the grill next to our chicken — and that was it. Simple, bright, and bursting with flavor. Since then, grilled peppers have been a reg...

During one of those busy summer weeks when we lived off the grill, I found myself staring at a pile of zucchini and yellow squash from the farmer’s market. I sliced them up, threw together a quick marinade, and grilled them alongside our chicken — and wow. They were tender, flavorful, and tasted lik...

I still remember the first time I made this grilled corn — it was one of those chaotic summer evenings when I needed something fast and fuss-free. I had a fridge full of fresh corn and a craving for something with a little kick. That’s when I whipped up this simple chili butter. My husband took one ...

Oysters used to intimidate me — I thought they were only for raw-bar experts. But when I had grilled oysters topped with garlic butter and Parmesan at a friend’s backyard party, I was hooked. Smoky, cheesy, briny perfection. I recreated them the very next weekend, and they’ve been a go-to summer app...

The first time I had grilled clams was on a beach trip in Charleston. There was a fire pit, some crusty bread, and this buttery white wine sauce that made you want to soak up every drop. I couldn’t believe how simple it was — just fresh clams, the grill, and a quick pan sauce. Now, I make them whene...

There was a time when fish felt like too much work — but this garlic butter tilapia changed everything. It’s fast, foolproof, and packed with flavor. I started making it on weeknights when I wanted something light but satisfying, and now it’s one of those go-to recipes that makes me feel like I’ve g...

The first time I made snapper at home, I was nervous — whole fish? Fresh herbs? It felt a little out of my comfort zone. But the truth is, it’s one of the simplest meals I’ve ever made. A little olive oil, some lemon and fresh herbs, and that grill does all the work. Now it’s one of my favorite summ...

Catfish always reminds me of summer cookouts by the lake. My uncle Jimmy would toss seasoned fillets on a charcoal grill, and we’d all stand around with paper plates, waiting for that crispy edge and spicy bite. This version brings back those memories — with a little twist of heat and a fresh squeez...

Swordfish was one of those things I never cooked at home — until we had it on vacation at a tiny seaside restaurant in Florida. It was grilled, simple, and served with a lemony sauce and capers. I was in love. When I got home, I recreated it — and now it’s a staple in our summer dinner rotation. My ...

Halibut used to feel “too fancy” for me — like something you’d order at a white-tablecloth restaurant. But the first time I tried it grilled with a simple lemon butter sauce, I was hooked. It’s tender, mild, and so easy to cook at home. I make this when I want something light but still feels like a ...

I used to think tuna steaks were something you only ordered at a fancy seafood restaurant — until I grilled them at home once, and we were hooked. My husband called it “restaurant quality,” and I’ll be honest, I kind of loved hearing that. This soy-glazed version is our favorite: it’s fast, flavorfu...

This was one of those “use what you’ve got” meals that turned into a total favorite. I had leftover broccoli rice and a few random toppings — and suddenly I had this fresh, colorful bowl I didn’t want to stop eating. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for warm weather days when heavy meals just w...