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Don't slave over a hot stove this summer, instead become a grill master. Your stomach will thank you for it. Grilling offers a distinct summer flavor to cooking and offers a variety of healthy food options. Whether you are a meat lover or a vegetarian you'll be fired up about grilling this summer!

BBQ Islands make perfect outdoor stations to grill with, and offer all the commodities to make your life a little easier when commanding your grill. A few of the perks to having an outdoor kitchen island are discussed below.

Here are 4 simple tips to remember when you are grilling this summer:

1. Preheat your grill. If you do not properly preheat your outdoor grill then your expensive steaks will stick to your grates, and you do not want that to happen. Electric grills are known for heating up quickly and being the easiest grills to use. BBQ Islands and other convenient outdoor kitchens offer electric or charcoal grills along with side burners as an added option for cooking up your side dishes and sauces.
2. On that note, another tip for keeping your food from sticking is to always grease your grates before you cook. This not only prevents food from sticking but it also makes cleanup a lot easier.
3. Before preheating and greasing, make sure your grill is clean. The gunk from your last grilling excursion is not going to be tasty on your new eats. You also want to make sure that any vegetables you use are washed with care.
4. Keep seasonings and cooking utensils close at hand. You don’t want your food burning up while you are trying to find a brush to put your barbecue sauce on with, especially if you forgot it in the house. Many outdoor grills and BBQ Islands have storage features just for this, and come in custom makes for your specific needs. BBQ Islands specifically have many options for storage including built in spice racks, cabinetry, and even mini-fridges where you can keep cold beverages and other perishables that you might need for your cooking.

If you choose the right cuts of meat and a colorful selection of vegetables your outdoor grilling season can be both healthy and tasty. Drizzled with a bit of oil and sprinkled with a pinch of salt grilled vegetables like large Portobello mushrooms and halved eggplants make hearty, smoky barbecue dishes. Smaller cut vegetables are great for sticker on skewers to create all kinds of colorful and tasty kabobs. Another way to keep your barbecue dishes healthy and flavorful is to use low-calorie sauces and marinade rubs, many of which are just as flavor-packed as their high-calorie counterparts.

Grilling itself is an activity that can add to your well-being--a relaxing, enjoyable social event where you get to take in fresh outdoor air. So if you are tired of cooking the same old dishes in your kitchen, take a walk outside, preheat your outdoor grill or BBQ Island and get fired up.

Now, young Jedi, you are armed with all of the basic grilling tips you need to get started. Here's wishing you a safe journey to outdoor grilling nirvana.