Name: 21 Most Popular 4th of July Food
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: Ground Beef; Seasonings; Onion; Lettuce

Some of the most popular 4th of July foods include hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue ribs, and potato salad. These classic American dishes are perfect for outdoor picnics and backyard barbecues.

Many people also enjoy grilled corn on the cob, watermelon, and ice cream to cool off on a hot summer day. Whatever your favorite 4th of July foods may be, there’s nothing quite like celebrating Independence Day with delicious food and good company.

Most Popular 4th of July Foods

1. Potato Salad

This recipe shows you how to make the best potato salad. It is a perfect salad to enjoy at your 4th of July barbecue. Have this dish ready in under 40 minutes.

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2. Baked Beans

Try this delicious baked beans recipe. The beans are combined with tasty ingredients which include bacon. This creates the best sweet and smoky flavor.

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3. Grilled Hot Dogs

Hot dogs are always a popular food to enjoy on the 4th of July. This recipe shows you how to make marinated hot dogs that are perfect for grilling.

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4. Macaroni Salad

Here is a simple macaroni salad recipe for you to try. It is loaded with macaroni noodles, onions, eggs, celery, peppers, and a creamy homemade dressing.

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5. Grilled Steak

This recipe shows you how to make the best juicy grilled steaks. They are combined with a herb butter sauce. Have them ready in under 10 minutes. For the best flavor, it is recommended to allow at least 60 minutes to let the seasonings really set in.

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6. Buffalo Wings

Skip the store-bought wings and make your own instead by following this simple recipe. The buffalo sauce only uses 3 ingredients, but it tastes so good.

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7. Pasta Salad

Salads are another popular dish that is often eaten at 4th of July barbecues. This salad is loaded with pasta noodles, vegetables, cheese, and a homemade dressing.

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8. Coleslaw

This is an easy side dish you can make for the 4th of July. This salad is filled with a mixture of shredded cabbage, carrots, and a homemade creamy dressing.

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9. BBQ Chicken

Your guests are sure to love this tasty bbq chicken recipe. The chicken is grilled to perfection and is topped with homemade bbq sauce.

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10. Grilled Corn

Make a bunch of fresh seasoned grilled corn on the cob. You can have this recipe ready in under 30 minutes.

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11. Onion Rings

Make your own homemade onion rings. This is an easy recipe you can make with onions and seasoned bread crumbs. The onion rings are nice and crispy and very flavorful.

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12. French Fries

Enjoy your barbecue burgers with these homemade french fries. You only need 3 simple ingredients to make this recipe.

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13. BBQ Burgers

The homemade french fries recipe would go perfectly with these barbecue burgers. This recipe walks you through the steps needed to make these homemade bbq burgers.

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14. S’mores

Here is a simple 5-ingredient recipe for you to try. These s’mores are made with a graham cracker crust that is topped with milk chocolate and marshmallows.

Get this recipe on Dinner Then Dessert.

15. Strawberry Shortcake

Another delicious dessert for you to make for the 4th of July. This recipe shows you how to make the best strawberry shortcake.

Get this recipe on Sally’s Baking Addiction.

16. Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

These oven-baked chicken wings are so good. They are combined with a tasty honey garlic sauce.

Get this recipe on Homemade Hooplah.

17. Homemade Ice Cream

Try something different and make your own homemade ice cream. This recipe shows you how to make vanilla ice cream. You only need 5 simple ingredients.

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18. Lemonade

Enjoy your 4th of July with a refreshing cup of lemonade.

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19. BBQ Ribs

This recipe shows you how to make the best tender baby back ribs. They have a delicious sweet and smoky flavor. You can make them on the grill, in the oven, or in the smoker.

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