Stock up on meats and veggies, then fire up the grill – the Fourth of July is almost here! The summer holiday is practically synonymous with grilling recipes and we have one that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Go beyond the classic grilled brat this Independence Day with not one, not two, but six topping combinations! Let freedom ring in the tastiest way possible with our recommended recipe below.

Of course, this 4th of July will be a bit different than usual, so check out this guide which will answer your questions about the best ways to stay healthy at a cookout with friends and family!

Ingredients

Brats

• 6 brats (sweet, spicy, or original flavor)
• 6 hot dog buns or split rolls

Marinated Peppers & Onions Topping

• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon pure honey
• 1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

White Bean & Peppadew Salad Topping

• 1 15-ounce can white beans, rinsed
• 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 6 Peppadew peppers, chopped
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

Zesty Pickle & Onion Topping

• 4 pickles, finely chopped
• 1/4 small white onion, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

Tangy Horseradish Topping

• 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 head purple cabbage, finely shredded (about 2 cups)
• 1 scallion, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

Spicy Chili Topping

• 1 cup white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 2 Fresno chilies, thinly sliced
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Grilled Lemon Broccolini

• 1 pound Broccolini
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

Directions

Brats (Yield: 6 servings | Cook Time: 15-20 minutes)

1. Grill the brats over medium heat, turning occasionally, for about 10 to 15 minutes until cooked through.
2. If desired, grill the buns or rolls until lightly toasted.
3. Serve the brats in the buns or rolls with any or all of the following toppings!

Marinated Peppers & Onions Topping (Yield: 6 servings | Prep Time: 15 minutes)

1. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and honey in a bowl. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
2. Add red bell pepper and red onion. Let sit at room temperature, tossing occasionally, for 10 minutes.
3. Add feta cheese and basil, then toss to combine.

White Bean & Peppadew Salad Topping (Yield: 6 servings | Prep Time: 5 minutes)

1. Toss together beans, parsley, peppers, scallions, olive oil, and red wine vinegar in a bowl.
2. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.

Zesty Pickle & Onion Topping (Yield: 2 cups | Prep Time: 5 minutes)

1. Stir together pickles, white onion, fresh flat-leaf parsley, and whole-grain mustard in a bowl.
2. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.

Tangy Horseradish Topping (Yield: 2 cups | Prep Time: 20 minutes)

1. Whisk together prepared horseradish (squeezed of excess moisture), sour cream, white wine vinegar, mayonnaise, and sugar in a bowl.
2. Add purple cabbage (about 2 cups), scallion, carrot, and fresh dill. Season with kosher salt and pepper.
3. Let sit, tossing occasionally, for 15 minutes.

Spicy Chili Topping (Yield: 1 1/2 cups | Cook Time: 25+ minutes)

1. Bring white wine vinegar, sugar, coriander seeds, and kosher salt to a simmer in a small pot over medium heat.
2. Remove from heat and add Fresno chilies and red onion.
3. Let sit, tossing occasionally, for at least 25 minutes or up to 3 days.

Grilled Lemon Broccolini (Yield: 6 servings | Cook Time: 10 minutes)

1. Heat grill to medium-high.
2. Toss together Broccolini, and olive oil in a bowl. Season with kosher salt and pepper.
3. Grill Broccolini, turning occasionally, until charred for 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Transfer the Broccolini to a cutting board and coarsely chop, then return it to bowl.
5. Add Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil in a bowl.

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