We celebrate Christmas time during the peak of our hot summer here in Australia, and as a result we typically have a very different festive menu than other countries around the world.
And what could be more Aussie than a Christmas barbecue? Starting with perfectly barbecued prawns all the way through to fresh salads and a gorgeous barbeued ham. Then finish of your lunch with a fabulous frozen dessert.
Throw the perfect Christmas barbie with this collection of menu ideas and recipes – featuring Christmas finger food, Christmas dinner recipes, and even the perfect Christmas desserts.
Frozen tiramisu
A perfect marriage of two of dessert favourites -tiramisu and ice cream.
Perfect barbecue prawns
Chuck another shrimp on the barbie, mate.
Bruschetta
This classic tomato-based bruschetta is an antipasto favourite but can be turned into a complete meal with the addition of a poached egg.
Roast pumpkin, fetta and chickpea salad
Toasted pistachios and preserved lemon add crunch and zing to this roast pumpkin, fetta and chickpea salad.
Pearl couscous, zucchini and tomato salad
Zucchini, tomatoes and mint pair beautifully in this fresh Israeli couscous salad. Perfect for Christmas lunch and all your summer parties.
Chicken and watercress pasta salad
Fresh and satisfying.
Low-carb lamb with roasted ratatouille
Basil pesto adds that perfect zingy touch.
Lamb fillet salad with green pesto dressing
Pesto dressing adds zing to this lamb salad.
Chicken and mango salad
Add some tropical flair to your salads.
Gourmet rocky road
We took the classic no-bake treat and made it fancy.
Garlic and rosemary focaccia
Whether you’re making for family or dinner guests, warm, home-baked bread is an easy pleaser!
Perfect potato salad
Creamy, fresh and completely delicious.
Chocolate hazelnut Christmas tree
We’re all about the festive treats this year.
Creamy nut fudge
Perfect for gift ideas.
Haloumi and avocado bruschetta
A match made in heaven.
Classic Christmas trifle
Imagine this stunning dessert as your centrepiece
Lemon and meringue passionfruit mess
Quick and easy to prepare, and filled with fresh, sweet zesty flavours, this lemon and meringue passionfruit mess is simply irresistible!
Barbecued ham
Serve slices of this mouth-watering ham with juicy barbecued pineapple.
Snapper fillet skewers with root vegetable slaw
Cooking the snapper fillet skewers next to the bay leaves will infuse them with flavour. For more Asian-inspired flavours switch the bay leaves for fragrant kaffir lime leaves and serve the snapper fillet skewers alongside a crunchy noodle coleslaw.
Prawn, strawberry & poppy seed salad
Strawberries make a surprise appearance in this summery salad alongside prawns and delicious creamy feta.
Summer salad of peaches and blueberries
Team your favourite fresh summer fruit with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach leaves, basil and chilli for a unique, delicious side dish for any outdoor gathering.
Mexican-style grilled corn
Warm, buttery grilled corn is brilliant topped with creamy mayonnaise and shaved pecorino cheese in this Mexican style recipe. Serve as a side with grilled meat and fresh salads.
Mango and passionfruit pavlova
This iconic Australian dessert is made even more delicious with the addition of fresh tropical fruits. Whip up this gorgeous pavlova for a special occasion, birthday party or Christmas celebration.
Grilled prawns with lemongrass and lime
Feed the family this deliciously fresh grilled prawn dish. Perfect for the weekend or an easy weeknight meal.
Cherry, walnut and feta salad
Indulge in the delicious combination of cherry, walnut and feta in this fresh wholesome salad – a perfect addition to Christmas lunch this year!
Oysters with chilli and ginger dressing
Fresh and full of flavour – oysters with chilli and ginger dressing. The perfect summer meal.
Grilled chicken with warm cos lettuce salad
This warm char-grilled lettuce with creamy chicken salad is perfect for lunch, and as a side for dinner or a BBQ. It’s a healthier alternative to a Caesar salad. And suitable for diabetics, too.
Rocket, chicken and date salad
Chicken salad with a citrus zing! This healthy lean salad is easy to prepare for lunching guests or take to work for lunch. And it’s suitable for diabetics.
Barbecued lamb leg with lemon thyme salsa verde
Deliciously tender lamb garnished with a fresh and zesty lemon thyme salsa verde – does it get much better? Serve up with homemade thick-cut kumara wedges for an even bigger flavour kick!
Prosciutto wrapped haloumi
Prosciutto and haloumi are a match made in nibble-platter heaven – or use this recipe to take this pumpkin, spinach and haloumi salad to the next level.
Grilled Portuguese chicken and spiced rice
Take some inspiration from Portugal with this spicy aromatic chicken and rice dish seasoned with paprika, oregano, chilli and garlic
White summer sangria
Start your summer party the right (and easy) way with this crowd-pleasing cocktail. Our recipe for white wine sangria is so delicious and takes just five minutes.
Warm salad of bacon, goat’s cheese and grapes
This colourful, contemporary salad is a meal in itself or a crunchy side.
Scallops with ginger and lemongrass
Scallops on the half-shell always make a spectacular dish, treat your friends to something special with these delicious ginger and lemongrass scallops.
Almond skordalia and pumpkin bruschetta
The combination of grilled pumpkin, creamy feta and almond skordalia adds a delicious twist to this popular Italian starter.
Char-grilled lobster tail salad
Treat your guests to this indulgent char-grilled lobster tail salad.
Char-grilled zucchini salad
Use a mandoline or V-slicer to slice zucchini, if available. Note
Barbecued beef rump with panzanella salad and anchovy butter
Jazz up your standard weekend barbecue with this delicious grilled beef rump recipe. It’s complete with a fragrant anchovy butter and roasted tomato and capsicum salad – too good.
Frozen mango macadamia crunch
Instead of brandy snaps, you could use ginger snap, butternut snap or honey snap biscuits. Note
Chargrilled polenta strips with corn salsa
Substitute the fresh corn with a 420g (13½-ounce) can of drained corn kernels, if you prefer. Polenta can be prepared a day ahead; store, covered, in the fridge. Note
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