15 Summer Foods That Just Taste Better When Eaten Outside

Depending on where you live, warm weather only hangs around for a few months. Whether you prefer beach parties, barbecues in the backyard, or picnics in the park, make the most of the long, hot days with tasty (and often deliciously messy) outdoor dining.

Sneak in extra vegetables like carrots, celery, and bell peppers to sloppy Joes and incorporate more nutrition into this classic American sandwich that the whole family will love.

If you're already outdoors and grilling up some steaks, why not slice them up and eat them in a tortilla with lots of fresh and delicious toppings? Shredded cabbage and thinly sliced radishes bring amazing crunch to soft-shell tacos, and pickled red onions and a squeeze of fresh lime juice add a bright, tart flavor to the meat.

The mashup of the classic Italian sandwich, sausage and peppers, and cheeseburgers that your backyard BBQ has been missing.

The best way to make time for a mid-week outdoor dinner is to slow cook pork in a ridiculously good blackberry sauce.

Rice and Brussels sprouts make for a satisfying vegan filling, while the pomegranate seeds add a crunchy, sweet flavor that tacos sometimes need.

You'll eat this adults-only strawberry Riesling ice pop too quickly for it to start melting down your hands. Win-win.

Elotes are a Mexican street food that's hard to beat. Top grilled corn with mayo, chili powder, lime, cilantro, and crumbled cheese.

Serve this cooling cucumber salsa with thinly sliced zucchini instead of tortilla chips for a healthy snack you won't regret binging on.

Matcha green tea and avocados seem like a strange pair for ice cream, but the result is a bright, refreshing treat.

Made with berries, orange juice, a bit of crushed candied ginger, and some simple syrup, you won't feel bad about giving these easy ice pops to your kids.

It doesn't matter how many napkins you might need to eat these ribs, as long as you keep the delicious mess outside.

Roast an entire pork shoulder for delicious pulled pork that you don't need a smoker for. Best eaten outside with a cold one.

No outdoor meal is complete without baked beans. Making them in a slow cooker means you won't heat up the house while they cook.

You may want to wear a bib when digging into a pile of these tangy peach wings.

Bacon makes everything, including bratwurst, better. Serve it on a bun or with a salad — either way you'll be a happy camper.