Name: Brined Grilled Mixed Meats with Charred Summer Vegetables
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 boneless chicken breast (about 8 oz); 1 boneless pork chop (about 8 oz); 1 small beef sirloin steak (about 8 oz); 1 venison steak (about 8 oz, substitute extra beef if unavailable); 4 cups water; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1 tbsp sugar; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch coins; 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips; 1 small red onion, cut into wedges; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Brined Grilled Mixed Meats with Charred Summer Vegetables

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This recipe is a carnivore’s dream, bringing together the best of summer grilling with a medley of meats: chicken, pork, beef, and venison. Brining the proteins ensures juicy, flavorful results—especially crucial in the summer heat. Each meat is grilled to perfection alongside charred seasonal vegetables for a colorful, nutrient-dense feast. The simple brine and final lemon wedge bring out the natural flavors, while the charred vegetables add smokiness and texture. This dish is versatile for gatherings, family dinners, or a special backyard meal, and showcases the power of brining for moisture and flavor retention.

Ingredients

Instructions

In a large bowl, dissolve kosher salt and sugar in 4 cups cold water to make a brine. Add chicken breast, pork chop, beef steak, and venison steak. Brine in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Remove meats from brine, pat dry with paper towels. Discard brine.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Brush meats lightly with remaining olive oil and season with remaining black pepper.
Grill vegetables directly over heat, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to serving platter.
Grill brined meats: chicken and pork for 5-6 minutes per side, beef and venison for 3-4 minutes per side (for medium-rare), or until desired doneness. Rest meats 5 minutes before slicing.
Slice meats against the grain, arrange with grilled vegetables, and serve with lemon wedges.