We asked local chefs and cooks their favorite unexpected thing to grill

Think grilling is just for burgers and steaks? Think again! We asked local chefs and cooks to share their favorite unexpected ingredients to throw on the grill—from fruits and salad to fish and sides. Get ready to expand your backyard barbecue menu with these surprising and delicious ideas.

Charlie’s Coastal Bistro

“I like to grill corn. The flavor profile is so tasty and delicious on a grill – especially when you hit it with some mayonnaise and then citrus afterward.”

– Chef Josh Castillo

Tasty grilled artichoke isolated on white background

Palmetto Bay Sunrise Café

“Artichoke hearts because they’re hearty, hold up on the grill and have a good flavor. Drizzle some olive oil and a little balsamic after you get them off the grill.”

– Leslie Stewart– Chef Josh Castillo

Caesar Salad. Grilled Romaine lettuce leaves topped with classic Caesar salad dressing and garnished with butter garlic croutons shaved parmesan cheese and whole anchovies. Classic American Salad.

Billy Wood Appliance

“Caesar salad because the flavor from the grill makes the romaine lettuce taste amazing — something a little different than your traditional Caesar!”

– Brantley King

Summer dessert. Ripe grilled peaches with honey isolated on white background

The Spice & Tea Exchange

“Drizzle orange blossom honey on grilled peaches for a sweet and satisfying snack.”

– Bob Long

A close-up shot of a grilled salmon fillet on a hot BBQ grill. The fish is seasoned and cooked to perfection, with a crispy skin and juicy flesh. For your background business, poster, wallpaper

Red Fish

“A good option would be a piece of salmon because it is readily available and forgiving. It would be an easy thing to grill for someone who’s inexperienced.”

– Chef Melissa Coocran