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32 Smoked And Grilled Recipes To Start Your BBQ Season Off Right

This collection of Traeger grill recipes showcases everything from smoky meats to grilled seafood and even vegetable-based dishes. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner, a summer barbecue, or a holiday feast, these recipes offer something for everyone!

Traeger Grilled Stuffed Burgers | Smoked Juicy Lucy

Traeger Grilled Stuffed Burgers | Smoked Juicy Lucy. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Smoked Juicy Lucy**
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Stuffed Burgers | Smoked Juicy Lucy

Traeger Grilled Vegetable Bisque | Veggie Tray Soup

Traeger Grilled Vegetable Bisque | Veggie Tray Soup. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Veggie Tray Soup**
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Traeger Grilled Vegetables | BBQ Wood-Fired Veggie Tray

Traeger Grilled Vegetables | BBQ Wood-Fired Veggie Tray. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

BBQ Wood-Fired Veggie Tray**
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Lemon Pepper Traeger Grilled Salmon

Lemon Pepper Traeger Grilled Salmon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Fresh salmon fillets are seasoned with lemon pepper and grilled to perfection, allowing the smoky flavor to enhance the natural richness of the fish.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Traeger Grilled Salmon

Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers

Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These juicy lamb burgers are stuffed with a spicy harissa butter, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers

Honey Balsamic Traeger Grilled Chicken Legs

Honey Balsamic Traeger Grilled Chicken Legs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A sweet and tangy marinade of honey and balsamic vinegar infuses these chicken legs with incredible flavor, finished off with a smoky Traeger grill char.
Get the Recipe: Honey Balsamic Traeger Grilled Chicken Legs

Traeger Smoked Pork Ribs

Traeger Smoked Pork Ribs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Cooked using the 5-4-1 method, these ribs come out fall-off-the-bone tender, packed with rich, smoky barbecue flavor.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Pork Ribs

Traeger Smoked and Pulled Beef

Traeger Smoked and Pulled Beef. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A sirloin tip roast is smoked low and slow before being beer-braised until fork-tender. Perfect for sandwiches or as a main dish.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked and Pulled Beef

Traeger Smoked Salmon

Traeger Smoked Salmon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This simple smoked salmon recipe results in tender, flavorful fillets, great for a light meal or elegant appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Salmon

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Succulent shrimp cooked in garlic butter sauce on a Traeger, adding a rich, smoky twist to the classic scampi.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Traeger Grilled Scallops

Traeger Grilled Scallops. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Tender scallops are lightly grilled, letting their delicate sweetness shine while picking up subtle smoky notes.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Scallops

Traeger Smoked Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Traeger Smoked Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

These enchiladas feature shredded chicken, green chiles, and melted cheese, all wrapped in tortillas and smoked to perfection.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Traeger Grilled Prosciutto Asparagus

Traeger Grilled Prosciutto Asparagus. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Smoky, crispy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears make for a simple yet elegant appetizer or side dish.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Prosciutto Asparagus

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Juicy pork tenderloin wrapped in crispy bacon and grilled to perfection, creating a smoky, flavorful main course.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Traeger Grilled Bacon Asparagus Frittata

Traeger Grilled Bacon Asparagus Frittata. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A brunch favorite, this frittata combines smoky bacon and tender asparagus in a delicious, fluffy egg dish.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Bacon Asparagus Frittata

Traeger Grilled Salmon

Traeger Grilled Salmon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A straightforward grilled salmon recipe that highlights the natural flavor of the fish, enhanced by Traeger’s signature wood-fired taste.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Salmon

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Kabobs

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Kabobs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Marinated shrimp are skewered and grilled to juicy perfection, with the Traeger grill adding a light smokiness.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Shrimp Kabobs

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Traeger Grilled Shrimp Tacos. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Smoky grilled shrimp wrapped in warm tortillas with fresh toppings for a quick and flavorful taco night.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Grilled Flank Steak Pinwheels

Grilled Flank Steak Pinwheels. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Flank steak is rolled with flavorful fillings, grilled, and sliced into impressive spirals with a smoky char.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Flank Steak Pinwheels

Bourbon and Blue Burger

Bourbon and Blue Burger. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These burgers feature a bourbon glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, paired with tangy blue cheese for a gourmet twist.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon and Blue Burger

Smoked Potato Salad

Smoked Potato Salad. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Classic potato salad gets an upgrade with smoked potatoes, adding depth and flavor that make this dish stand out.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Potato Salad

Traeger Kalbi Beef Short Ribs

Traeger Kalbi Beef Short Ribs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

These Korean-style short ribs are marinated in a sweet-savory sauce and smoked for tender, flavorful meat with a caramelized crust.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Kalbi Beef Short Ribs

Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp

Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A fusion of smoky and sweet, these shrimp are marinated in teriyaki sauce and cooked to perfection on a Traeger grill.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Teriyaki Smoked Shrimp

Traeger Prime Rib Roast

Traeger Prime Rib Roast. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This luxurious prime rib roast is slowly smoked to ensure a perfect crust and tender, juicy interior. Ideal for special occasions.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Prime Rib Roast

Traeger Smoked Turkey

Traeger Smoked Turkey. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A whole turkey is smoked on a Traeger, resulting in juicy meat with a perfectly crispy, smoky skin—great for holiday feasts.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Turkey

Traeger Bacon

Traeger Bacon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Thick-cut bacon is cooked on a Traeger for an unbeatable smoky, crispy texture. A simple yet essential recipe for bacon lovers.
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Campfire Grilled Chicken Panini

Campfire Grilled Chicken Panini. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This campsite-friendly sandwich uses a foil-wrap method to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy inside.
Get the Recipe: Campfire Grilled Chicken Panini

Traeger Smoked Meatball Rigatoni

Traeger Smoked Meatball Rigatoni. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Smoked meatballs are paired with rigatoni pasta in a hearty, smoky tomato sauce for a rich, comforting meal.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Meatball Rigatoni

Traeger Smoked Italian Meatballs

Traeger Smoked Italian Meatballs. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

These Italian-style meatballs are slow-smoked to infuse them with deep, rich flavors—perfect on their own or in a pasta dish.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Italian Meatballs

Traeger Smoked Pulled Pork

Traeger Smoked Pulled Pork. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Pork shoulder is slow-smoked until tender, making it perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or a flavorful main dish.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Pulled Pork

Traeger Smoked Spicy Candied Bacon

Traeger Smoked Spicy Candied Bacon. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This candied bacon is both sweet and spicy, with a smoky Traeger twist that makes it an irresistible snack or breakfast treat.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Spicy Candied Bacon

Traeger Grilled Pork Chops

Traeger Grilled Pork Chops. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Juicy, bone-in pork chops are grilled to perfection, locking in flavor while picking up that signature wood-fired smokiness.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Grilled Pork Chops