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BBQ better this summer: 5 tips to master the grill

Sunshine, good vibes, and the smell of grilled food in the air: summer is here, and it’s BBQ day, every day. This season, “mindful barbecuing” is definitely the next big thing. Think light, balanced dishes that are super satisfying, but not super filling.

Our Bosch BetterFood App has your back to turn BBQ classics into a feast for everyone; vegan, gluten-free, calorie-conscious and more. In this article we have even more helpful tips, tasty recipe ideas, and BBQ tricks.

  1. BBQ is for everyone

    Good food brings people together, and it’s best when everyone can have some of that good food on their plate. When planning the BBQ, keep everyone's diets in mind. Vegan, gluten-free or calorie-conscious, you can make a delicious meal for any diet.

    Planning made easy: A few taps, and our BetterFood App will help you adapt your favorite BBQ recipes to different diets in no time. The ingredient lists and instructions update automatically for all of the different recipe variants.

  2. This season the colors are vibrant, so put them on the grill

    Let your creativity shine at the grill! Go for veggies, tofu, fish, or homemade skewers that are not only delicious but also bring variety, a light touch, and a wholesome finish to the table. Think bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and eggplant getting into the mix, which all bring plenty of fiber and vitamins. Either grilled in slices or whole, these veggies just work.
    Perfect for the summer: Lemon tofu skewers with nectarines >>

    Pro Tip: Having color on the grill isn’t all about vegetables but fruit too! Don’t knock grilled peaches or nectarines before you try them.

  3. Made by you, specifically for you

    When you make burger buns, dips, or flatbreads yourself, you know exactly what’s in them and you can easily adapt the recipe. Gluten-free? You got it. Vegan? Yup! Flavor? Dialed up to the max! Plus: There’ll be no added sugars hiding in the shadows and no unnecessary piles of plastic to clean up after.

    Click here for the pita bread recipe >>

    Time-Saving Bosch Tip: Got a Bosch vacuum drawer? Prep the veggies and tofu days ahead, vacuum and seal them, and they’ll stay fresh all the while absorbing any delicious marinade you make!

  4. Smart sides: Lighter, but just as satisfying

    Any light side dish can be just as satisfying as a creamy potato salad or garlic bread, and they’re quicker to make! Crisp salads, baked potatoes, or couscous with fresh herbs bring the freshness you need this summer and before you know it the BBQ table is complete.

    Try this couscous salad with asparagus & strawberries >>

    Extra tasty: Make your salad shine like a BBQ star and add something straight from the grill in there! Add green asparagus or grilled croutons for that special touch.

  5. Dips, dressings & extras – The wow factor

    Sometimes it’s the little things that make a BBQ truly memorable. A fresh dip, a surprising topping, or a homemade dressing will not only take your meal to the next level but also wow your guests.

    Impress with this whipped feta dip >>

    Our tip: Mix and play with textures: serve creamy dips with crunchy veggies, or sprinkle toasted nuts on top of a salad. Our Bosch BetterFood App has all the inspiration you need to get started.

Discover a variety of recipes for mindful cooking in our app. Whether savoury dishes like curries and casseroles or desserts like Brownies and cakes – there's something for everyone.

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Katja
Katja

At Bosch BetterFood, Katja concerns herself mainly with foolproof recipes in the smart cooking department and always keeps the new appliance features in mind in the test kitchen. At home, our sports-loving ecotrophologist has plenty to do keeping her three hungry boys fed while striving to achieve a meaningful balance between body and mind – for example with marathon training, chia pudding and ice cream.