17 Labor Day Recipes to End Summer With a Bang

Fire up the grill and get ready to feast because these 17 Labor Day Recipes to End Summer With a Bang are everything you need for the holiday weekend. From smoky burgers and juicy steaks to fresh summer salads and even grilled desserts, this lineup has a little something for everyone at your cookout. Whether you’re hosting the whole neighborhood or keeping it simple with family, these recipes guarantee your summer ends on a high note.

Chipotle Burger with Jalapeno Mayo

Image shows a Chipotle burger with grilled corn in the background. — Chipotle Burger with Jalapeno Mayo. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

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Turn up the heat with these Chipotle Burgers slathered in creamy jalapeno mayo. Juicy patties get a smoky kick from chipotle, while the zesty mayo adds just the right punch. Bold, fiery, and downright addictive.
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Colossal Cheeseburger

Big, cheesy, and loaded with flavor—this Colossal Cheeseburger has been a family staple for years. It’s everything you crave in a burger, only bigger.
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Grilled French Onion Pork Burgers

Open burger with melted cheese and herbs on a bottom bun, caramelized onions on the top bun, and a side of leafy greens on a plate. — Grilled French Onion Pork Burgers. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Imagine French onion soup but in burger form. Juicy pork patties, caramelized onions, and gooey cheese come together for a savory grilled creation.
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Grilled Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers in a Pretzel Bun

Take your burger game up a notch with these bison burgers on a pretzel bun. Smoky from the grill, tangy with gorgonzola or blue cheese—this combo is a BBQ favorite for good reason.Get the Recipe: Grilled Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers in a Pretzel Bun

Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel

Image shows a glass with ice cream and grilled fruit having caramel drizzled into it. — Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Who says the grill is just for meat? These fruit kebabs caramelize beautifully over the flame, then get drizzled with homemade brown sugar caramel. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it’s summer perfection.
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Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Grilled chicken with cilantro crema on a white plate surrounded by limes, cilantro, and a glass of beer. — Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Juicy grilled chicken meets a zesty garlic-lime marinade, finished with a cool cilantro crema. Fresh, flavorful, and totally irresistible.
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Grilled Globe Artichokes

These globe artichokes are marinated, steamed, and then charred to smoky perfection. Serve them hot or cold, plain or with your favorite dip. Either way, they’re a hearty appetizer or side.
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Grilled Green Beans

Grilled Asian green beans on a plate with a lemon wedge. — Grilled Green Beans. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Crisp-tender green beans tossed in a simple garlic soy sauce, kissed with smoky char from the grill. Quick, easy, and ready in about 15 minutes.
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Grilled Peach & Corn Salad with Honey Lime Chicken

A shallow white bowl with grilled chicken, peaches, corn, and greens with a sliced lime on top. — Grilled Peach & Corn Salad with Honey Lime Chicken. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Sweet grilled peaches, crisp corn, fresh greens, and a drizzle of honey lime dressing—this salad is a burst of summer flavor. Add grilled chicken for a complete meal or skip it for a lighter side.
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Grilled Peach Ice Cream Mascarpone

Peaches, ice cream, and the grill come together in this dreamy dessert. Smoky caramelized peaches folded into rich mascarpone ice cream make a sweet treat that’s fancy without the fuss.
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Grilled Peach Salad with Tomatoes

This light, vibrant salad mixes smoky grilled peaches with juicy tomatoes. Fresh, sweet, and refreshing—exactly what you want on a hot summer day.
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Grilled Pork Chop Surf and Turf

Bone in pork chop topped with hollandaise sauce and shrimp, on a white plate next to green beans. — Grilled Pork Chop Surf and Turf. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Why settle for one protein when you can have two? These juicy pork chops are paired with buttery grilled shrimp for the best of both worlds.
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Grilled Potato Wedges

Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside—these grilled potato wedges are the ultimate steak fry. Just olive oil, spices, and the magic of the grill.
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Grilled Rib Eye Steak

Nothing beats a rib eye on the grill. Season simply with salt and pepper, then finish with a bright cilantro-lime butter for a steak that steals the show.
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Grilled Scallop Skewers

Delicate scallops grilled to perfection and brushed with a citrus garlic butter sauce. Elegant, flavorful, and easier than they look.
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Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Skewers

Pound cake and strawberries toasted on the grill, topped with whipped cream—this fun twist on shortcake is a cookout-ready dessert everyone will love.
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Grilled Vegetables

A colorful mix of zucchini, peppers, and eggplant tossed in olive oil and herbs, then grilled until smoky and tender. A veggie side that goes with just about everything.
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