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Summer Kebab Party

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Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Soy Vay and Clorox.

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
When summer comes we are usually found outside enjoying the sun and gorgeous weather that comes with it. We kicked off summer this past Memorial Day weekend by setting up our brand new backyard waterslide and having an outdoor kebab party! It was such a gorgeous night. We found ourselves hanging out far into the evening, visiting, and watching the kids play their hearts out.

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
One of my favorite ways to entertain is to serve meals that guests can customize themselves. Fun for them and less work for me! Since we were planning an outdoor party, kebabs just made sense!

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
I served a platter with fresh fruit kebabs that I had prepared earlier in the day, but the fun part was the kebab bar, complete with marinated meats and fresh vegetables!

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
Pineapple, red onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms are all perfect for grilling.

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
Slicing the vegetables and meat took all of 10 minutes to prepare.

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
Then I marinated the meat in Soy Vay Veri Veri teriyaki marinade while the charcoal briquettes heated up!

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
Is it lazy to put the guests to work? I don't think so! This way even the pickiest of eaters can create a kebab that they'll enjoy. Don't like mushrooms? No sweat, leave them off! Want a kebab with only chicken? Go for it! Many of the kids preferred a meat only kebab with a fruit kebab on the side. I like my kebabs nice and colorful with loads of veggies.

When working with uncooked meats it is important to take extra care to wash hands after touching the meat. I set out tongs for guests to use when picking up the chunks of chicken and beef and it worked out perfectly. I also had a container of Clorox Disinfecting wipes within reach for any drips.

My husband manned the grill so that the younger guests wouldn't get burned, while the adults added their own kebabs to the grill and cooked them to perfection.

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
We kept the coals going for anyone who wanted seconds, or thirds!

Summer Kebab Party! The perfect outdoor meal to enjoy with family and friends. Provide a variety of meats and veggies for guests to create their own kebabs and then grill to perfection.
Now that school is almost out for the summer, I am looking forward to many more outdoor gatherings with family and friends.

What will you be doing at your next friend gathering?

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About Brandy

Welcome! I'm Brandy, mother to 5 darling kiddos and a cute black lab named Toby. My husband is in the Coast Guard so we've lived all over the place, turning each house into a home. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you!

Comments

  1. Emily says

    This is a great idea for a backyard bbq, or just to make a weeknight dinner feel more special! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday - I'll be featuring your Kebab party this coming week 🙂

    Reply

  2. Amy says

    Congratulations on the Feature on Happiness is Homemade link party. I'm loving the Summer Kebabs!!!

    Reply

  3. Carri says

    Eeeek!! I absolutely LOVE this idea and will definitely put it to good use this summer. What an inspiring post, full of fantastic images. Wouldn't this idea make the BEST block party?! I LOVE to bring people together for food and fun. Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply

    • Brandy says

      This WOULD make a great block party idea! Love that! And thank you for your sweet comment!

      Reply

  4. Barrie Mooney says

    Such a fun idea! I love the kids - who are notoriously picky in my house!- getting involved too!

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  5. Cherryl Ehlenburg says

    Such a fun idea! I pinned for later, and we will definitely be doing this sometime this summer!

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  6. Tianna says

    what a fun idea! thanks for sharing this!

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  7. DearCreatives (@DearCreatives) says

    Forgot to say. Thanks for sharing at the #InspirationSpotlight party. Pinned & shared.

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  8. DearCreatives (@DearCreatives) says

    We made kebabs a while back. I love them. So fun & easy perfect for summer.

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  11. the Painted Apron says

    Such a cute idea, so family friendly, and I love the addition of fruit kebabs- I have used that teryiaki sauce, it's really good! Happy summer!
    Jenna

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  12. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    This is such a great idea. During the Summer, I love to entertain outside, and I'm going to do this. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

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  13. playdatesparties says

    What a fun idea! And I never hesitate to put the guests to work making their own food when it's that fun!

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  14. Tuned In Parents says

    What a great idea for 4th of July (or any outdoor event). Too sweet not to tweet!

    Reply

  15. Bellenza says

    Fruit kebabs are such a great dessert option!

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  16. Mary Hunnicutt says

    We love making kabobs in the summer, but I have never thought about letting the guests make their own! What a fun idea!

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  17. vrmm26 says

    Great party theme, and easy too! Visiting from Small Victories Sunday.

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  18. Teresa says

    I love this idea so everyone will be happy with their individual kabob! This is definitely what we will be doing for our next BBQ!

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  19. Pamela Shank says

    We do kabobs frequently too. They are always a fun
    food to serve and easy to fix. Yours look delicious!

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  20. Myeshia U. says

    I think I will try this for dinner this week. Even my picky eaters will enjoy eating food off a stick!

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    • Brandy says

      Right? My kids love these, even my little one who often doesn't care for meat. It's always better on a stick!

      Reply

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