Let your outdoor kitchen do the heavy lifting this year with this collection of Christmas BBQ ideas.
Starting with perfectly barbecued prawns or scallops all the way through to fresh salads and a gorgeous barbecued ham, side of salmon, lamb and chicken. Plus meat-free options. Then finish of your lunch with a fabulous frozen dessert or classic pavlova.
Throw the perfect Christmas barbie with this collection of menu ideas and recipes. And find more inspiration in these collections of Christmas finger food, Christmas dinner recipes, and even the perfect Christmas desserts.
Baked brie fondue on the barbecue
Baked brie as you’ve never made it before!
Prosciutto wrapped haloumi
Prosciutto and haloumi are a match made in nibble-platter heaven – or use this recipe to take this pumpkin, spinach and haloumi salad to the next level.
Chilli barbecued haloumi recipe with zucchini salad
Haloumi is the perfect summer side to any family bbq.
Scallops with ginger and lemongrass
Scallops on the half-shell always make a spectacular dish, treat your friends to something special with these delicious ginger and lemongrass scallops.
Korean-inspired barbecued squid on skewers
Delicious, fresh, juicy Korean barbecued squid on skewers – a crowd pleasing dish which is perfect for your next BBQ or family gathering!
Perfect barbecue prawns
Chuck another shrimp on the barbie, mate.
Barbecued ocean trout with pomegranate & radish salad
This simple grilled fish recipe, with its jewel-like topping, is perfect to feed a crowd, especially during the festive season.
Barbecued salmon with salsa criolla
Fire up the barbecue with this fantastic salmon dish served with dollops of punchy South American salsa.
Barbecued spiced prawns
Enliven a summer feast by blending fresh seafood with smoked paprika, garlic and cayenne pepper until ready to throw on the barbecue.
Barbecued squid salad
Deliciously fresh barbecued squid salad, this dish is perfect for spring entertaining.
Barbecued squid with lemon cracked wheat risotto
The combination of tender squid and zesty lemon cracked wheat risotto works perfectly together in this beautiful seafood dish. Enjoy this healthy and satisfying recipe with friends or family.
Barbecued spanakopita flatbread
A satisfying spin on Greek spinach & fetta pie, cooked on the barbecue.
Barbecued sesame pumpkin salad
Better make double – this barbecued pumpkin salad will have guests lining up for more.
Barbecued corn, spinach and avocado salad
You only need a few ingredients to create this vibrant and tasty salad – the perfect summer side
Barbecued ham
Serve slices of this mouth-watering ham with juicy barbecued pineapple.
Julie Goodwin’s barbecued butterflied chicken
A flavour-packed barbecue dinner.
Butterflied leg of lamb with pearl barley salad & tahini yoghurt sauce
A fast way to feed a crowd at your next barbecue.
Barbecued leg of lamb
Our Spanish-style leg of lamb is perfect for feeding a crowd.
Barbecued lamb leg with lemon thyme salsa verde
Deliciously tender lamb garnished with a fresh and zesty lemon thyme salsa verde – does it get much better? Serve up with homemade thick-cut kumara wedges for an even bigger flavour kick!
Rump steak with flavoured butters
Of the many cuts of steak you can cook on the barbecue, rump is a good-all-rounder, not to mention a little more budget-friendly than some of the others.
Barbecued cabbage with bush tomato butter & macadamias
Fire up the barbie for this stunning vegetable dish. Serve it as part of a barbecue dinner spread.
BBQ mushrooms with lemon ricotta
Every great barbecue needs a side like this.
Mexican-style grilled corn
Warm, buttery grilled corn is brilliant topped with creamy mayonnaise and shaved pecorino cheese in this Mexican style recipe. Serve as a side with grilled meat and fresh salads.
Char-grilled zucchini salad
Use a mandoline or V-slicer to slice zucchini, if available. Note
Lamb fillet salad with green pesto dressing
Pesto dressing adds zing to this lamb salad.
Grilled prawns with lemongrass and lime
Feed the family this deliciously fresh grilled prawn dish. Perfect for the weekend or an easy weeknight meal.
Snapper fillet skewers with root vegetable slaw
Cooking the snapper fillet skewers next to the bay leaves will infuse them with flavour. For more Asian-inspired flavours switch the bay leaves for fragrant kaffir lime leaves and serve the snapper fillet skewers alongside a crunchy noodle coleslaw.
Grilled chicken with warm cos lettuce salad
This warm char-grilled lettuce with creamy chicken salad is perfect for lunch, and as a side for dinner or a BBQ. It’s a healthier alternative to a Caesar salad. And suitable for diabetics, too.
Char-grilled lobster tail salad
Treat your guests to this indulgent char-grilled lobster tail salad.
Prawn, strawberry & poppy seed salad
Strawberries make a surprise appearance in this summery salad alongside prawns and delicious creamy feta.
Almond skordalia and pumpkin bruschetta
The combination of grilled pumpkin, creamy feta and almond skordalia adds a delicious twist to this popular Italian starter.
Barbecued beef rump with panzanella salad and anchovy butter
Jazz up your standard weekend barbecue with this delicious grilled beef rump recipe. It’s complete with a fragrant anchovy butter and roasted tomato and capsicum salad – too good.
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