Our Independence Day forecast calls for friends, family, fireworks and fantastic food. Get ready to throw the best party in the USA with these Fourth of July party foods.
50 of Our Favorite Fourth of July Party Food Recipes
Red, White & Blue Potato Salad
Barbecue Chicken
Quick Barbecued Beans
Layered Fresh Fruit Salad
Flag Cake
Grilled Shrimp
Grilled Sweet Corn
Creamy Grilled Potato Salad
Raspberry Lemonade Concentrate
Honey Chipotle Ribs
Grilled Apple Tossed Salad
Patriotic Cookies & Cream Cupcakes
Flavorful Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Pot of S’mores
Grilled Marinated Ribeyes
Three-Bean Baked Beans
Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad
Sweet Raspberry Tea
Best Hamburger
Red, White and Blue Pie
Firecracker Grilled Salmon
Dilly Potato & Egg Salad
Patriotic Taco Salad
Pretzel Gelatin Dessert
Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Vegetable Platter
Patriotic Ice Cream Cupcakes
Bratwurst
Patriotic Gelatin Salad
Grilled Lemon Chicken
Broccoli Grape Salad
Fruit Punch
Grilled Whiskey Chops
Homemade Guacamole
Sliced Tomato Salad
Crispy Star Pops
Jersey-Style Hot Dogs
Watermelon Feta Flag Salad
Baby Back Ribs in the Oven
Farmers Market Corn Salad
Bacon Macaroni Salad
Orange Lemonade
Three-Bean Salad
Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings
Deli-Style Pasta Salad
Fudgy Patriotic Brownies
Fourth of July Bean Casserole
Peach Blueberry Pie
Loaded Baked Potato Salad
Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Fourth of July Party Food FAQ
What Fourth of July party food ideas can I make ahead?
Food ideas for a Fourth of July party that can be made ahead of time are potato salad, macaroni salad, coleslaw and almost any Fourth of July desserts. You can also prep vegetables, marinades and homemade barbecue sauce recipes ahead of time so they’re ready for tomorrow’s grill. I also like to mix up mocktail recipes and Fourth of July cocktails ahead of time so they’re super easy to serve on the holiday.
What are the best no-cook Fourth of July party recipes?
The best no-cook Fourth of July recipes are coleslaw, Caprese salad recipes, fruit salads, cucumber salads, pinwheels, chicken salads (made with one of the best store-bought rotisserie chickens), cold dip recipes like our herbed feta dip or beer dip, homemade guacamole and chips, focaccia sandwiches, hummus with a crudites platter, a Fourth of July charcuterie board or any no-bake dessert.
What Fourth of July party food ideas will feed a crowd?
Fourth of July potluck ideas to feed a crowd include grilled meats like hamburgers, hot dogs, kabobs and brisket. Round out the sides with large portions of macaroni salad, potato salad, coleslaw, Hawaiian rolls and corn on the cob. For dessert, make a big red, white and blue berry trifle or a whole spread of uniquely American desserts.

















































