Grilled Portobello Pizza
Jerk Chicken Wings
Making the marinade at home will save time, guaranteeing these chicken wings will be ready soon after the tailgate gets going. And this recipe offers some customization, encouraging you to mix your own herbs and spices instead of relying on a standard store-bought jerk seasoning.
To make: The Meatwave
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Grilled Potato Wedge Fries
Thick fries are surprisingly easy on the grill, and this recipe hardly requires much tending. Just toss potato wedges in a bit of olive oil and salt, place on the grill … and wait. Ketchup and aioli strongly recommended!
To make: Family Fresh Cooking
Grilled Asparagus With Balsamic Syrup
It's always nice to have a vegetable to accompany your game day fare, and grilled asparagus couldn't be easier. We love this version for its slightly tangy balsamic syrup that's drizzled on right at the end.
To make: Savory Sweet Life
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Chilled Veggie Salad
The vegetable platter is reinvigorated with this chilled roasted veggie salad. When you start your tailgating party, get the vegetables roasting. By the time they cook and cool, you'll have an inspired and refreshing seasonal salad.
To make: Lunchbox Bunch
Healthy Macaroni Salad
Instead of the typical mayonnaise-laden macaroni salad that's so common at tailgates, this version relies on yogurt and low-fat sour cream while boasting heart-healthy spinach and edamame.
To make: Cooking Madly
Healthier Potato Salad
This make-ahead salad complements grilled meat perfectly. Its simple ingredients make it quick to put together the morning before you head out the door. And the fact that it calls for yogurt instead of mayonnaise makes it a guilt-free game day choice.
To make: The Garden Grazer
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