Summer is in full swing—and here at Martin’s, we’re turning up the heat (on the grill, that is!) with 70 spectacular recipes that celebrate the sunshine, backyard barbecues, pool parties, and patriotic get-togethers of the season. Whether you’re planning your Fourth of July menu or simply savoring those long summer nights with friends and family, this lineup is packed with delicious ideas to inspire every kind of celebration.
Even more exciting? This year marks Martin’s 70th Anniversary—that’s seven decades of golden, pillowy-soft rolls and bread at the heart of America’s meals. We’re honoring this milestone with a full year of fun, food, and flavor, and this mega recipe roundup is just one way we’re saying thank you for making Martin’s part of your summer memories.
From juicy burgers and gourmet sandwiches to fresh-off-the-grill skewers and picnic-perfect sides, these 70 recipes are ready to elevate your summer table. Let’s dig in!
1. Ultimate Summer Sub
A towering hoagie of summer’s finest ingredients—turkey, crispy bacon, provolone, fresh veggies, and a creamy avocado spread, all nestled into a Martin’s Hoagie Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/ultimate-summer-sub/
2. Marty Dogs
A playful twist on a drive-thru favorite—beef hot dogs dressed with shredded lettuce, pickles, onions, cheese, and “secret sauce,” served on buttery sesame-coated Martin’s Long Potato Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/marty-dog/
3. Burger Topping Trio
Red, white, and blue never tasted so good—try this trio of festive burger toppers: Blueberry Salsa, Sun-Dried Tomato Mayo, and Guava BBQ Sauce, perfect for any July 4th cookout.
Recipes: https://potatorolls.com/blog/creative-burger-toppings/
4. Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken marinated in zesty lemon and basil, topped with arugula, gruyere, and charred onions for a refreshing sandwich that screams summer.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/lemon-basil-grilled-chicken-sandwich/
5. Grilled Brat Kabobs with Marinated Veggies
Take your brats to the next level with these colorful kabobs—juicy bratwurst segments layered with alternating marinated veggies and grilled to perfection.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-brat-kabobs-with-marinated-vegetables/
6. Asian Chopped Chicken Hoagie
Tender sesame-ginger chicken tossed with a rainbow of cabbage, bell pepper, snap peas, and crunchy cashews, all piled into a soft Martin’s Hoagie Roll for cool, flavor-packed summertime bites.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/asian-chopped-chicken-hoagie/
7. California Club Sliders
Think West-Coast picnic: turkey, crisp bacon, romaine, juicy tomato, sweet mango, and zesty avocado spread layered on toasty Martin’s Sweet Dinner Potato Rolls—perfect for passing around the patio.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/california-club-sliders/
8. BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger
Smoky-seasoned beef patties crowned with melty cheddar, crispy bacon, tangy barbecue sauce, and crunchy fried onions on a fluffy Martin’s Sandwich Potato Roll—summer’s ultimate burger experience.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/bbq-bacon-burger/
9. Hummus Crostini
Toasted slices of Martin’s Sweet Party Potato Rolls topped with roasted-red-pepper hummus, paper-thin cucumbers & peppers, and a sprinkle of feta—an effortless, Mediterranean-style party bite.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/hummus-crostini/
10. Classic Tomato Sandwich
Garden-fresh tomato rounds over a herby whipped-feta spread on toasted Martin’s Butter Bread—simple, Southern, and utterly refreshing for sweltering July afternoons.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/classic-tomato-sandwich/
11. Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich
Grilled, teriyaki-marinated chicken thighs topped with char-marked pineapple rings, red onion, and lime-avocado yogurt spread on Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-teriyaki-chicken-sandwich/
12. California Cobb Dog
Hot dog nestled in a butter-toasted Long Potato Roll and crowned with garlic-lemon mayo, shredded romaine, chopped egg, tomato, red onion, blue cheese, chopped bacon, and avocado.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/california-cobb-dog/
13. Cheeseburger Subs
Three slider-size beef patties with melted American cheese, zippy “special sauce,” lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and banana peppers packed into a Martin’s Hoagie Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/cheeseburger-subs/
14. BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with Peach Sauce & Pepper Slaw
Slow-cooked pork tossed in sweet peach BBQ sauce and piled with crunchy bell pepper slaw on a toasted Potato Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pulled-pork-sandwich-with-peach-bbq-sauce-and-pepper-slaw/
15. PA Dutch (German-Inspired) Dog
A Long Potato Roll spread with maple mustard and loaded with a grilled dog, tangy pickled cabbage, and caramelized onions.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/german-inspired-hot-dog/
16. Baltimore Pit Beef Sandwich
Char-grilled medium-rare pit beef sliced paper-thin, topped with creamy horseradish sauce, and served on a toasted Big Marty’s Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/baltimore-pit-beef-sandwich-with-horseradish-sauce/
17. Blackened Salmon Hoagie
Cajun-seasoned seared salmon fillet, lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, and lemon-dill mayo tucked into a Martin’s Hoagie Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/blackened-salmon-hoagie/
18. Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Two beef patties, double cheddar, and strips of crispy bacon stacked high on a Sandwich Potato Roll—burger lovers’ bliss.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/double-bacon-cheeseburger/
19. Hot Dogs with Mango-Pineapple Salsa
Grilled franks brightened with a lime-honey salsa of fresh mango, pineapple, red pepper, and red onion.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/hot-dogs-with-mango-pineapple-salsa/
20. Caribbean Beach Burgers with Mango Salsa
Jerk-seasoned beef patties, Colby Jack, lettuce, tomato, and a cilantro-lime mango salsa on Martin’s Potato Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/caribbean-beach-burgers-with-mango-salsa/
21. Lazy Days of Summer Dog
Grilled hot dogs nestled in Martin’s Long Potato Rolls, topped with zesty vinegar coleslaw, a drizzle of smoky BBQ sauce, and a crunchy shower of crushed potato chips for the ultimate laid-back bite.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/lazy-days-of-summer-dog/
22. Sweet-&-Spicy Surf-&-Turf Burger
Char-crusted beef patty topped with buttery lump lobster, lemon–brown-butter “sweet-heat” aioli, and a bright corn-peach-avocado salsa—true surf-and-turf luxury on a Martin’s Potato Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/sweet-heat-surf-and-turf-burgers/
23. Mexican Street-Corn Brats
Bratwursts slathered with elote-style corn, cotija cheese, and chili-lime crema inside buttery Long Potato Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/mexican-street-corn-brats/
24. Pulled Chicken Sandwich with Alabama White BBQ
Smoked pulled chicken drenched in tangy mayo-vinegar “white” sauce and topped with pickled onions.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pulled-chicken-sandwiches-with-pickled-onions/
25. July 4th Hot Dog
A holiday-ready frank layered with smoky pulled pork and BBQ sauce, dotted with Swiss-cheese “stars,” drizzled in white queso, and finished with crunchy blue-corn tortilla strips for true red-white-and-blue flair.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/july-4th-hot-dog/
26. Chesapeake Burger
Two thin, Worcestershire-kissed beef patties with melted American cheese are stacked on a toasted Big Marty’s Roll, then finished Maryland-style with creamy warm crab dip, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a sprinkle of green onion.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/chesapeake-burger/
27. Sweet Heat BBQ Dog
Grilled hot dog tucked into a Martin’s Long Potato Roll and topped with creamy avocado slices, char-grilled onion rings, pickled banana peppers, and a tangy Kansas City-style BBQ sauce drizzle.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/sweet-heat-bbq-dogs/
28. Chicken Ranch Burgers
Ground chicken blended with Martin’s Potato Bread breadcrumbs, Parmesan, homemade ranch dressing, garlic, and Worcestershire, then grilled into juicy patties and served on Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls with classic lettuce-tomato toppers.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-chicken-and-homemade-ranch-burgers/
29. Peach Salsa Dog
Grilled hot dog in a Martin’s Long Potato Roll topped with a fresh peach–jalapeño–cilantro salsa brightened by a splash of lemon juice—sweet, spicy, and super simple.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peach-salsa-dog/
30. Prosciutto Picnic Sandwich
Fresh arugula, silky prosciutto, and thick-cut mozzarella tucked into a Martin’s Hoagie Roll, finished with a drizzle of Dijon mustard or balsamic glaze for easy grab-and-go picnic perfection.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/prosciutto-picnic-sandwiches/
31. Campfire Mac & Cheese Burger
Big Marty’s Roll spread with roasted-garlic aioli, layered with lettuce, tomato, onions, bread-and-butter pickles, a grilled cheeseburger patty, and a generous scoop of creamy campfire-prepared mac & cheese.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/campfire-mac-cheese-burger/
32. First Day of Summer Hot Dog
Load your dog with backyard faves—baked beans, creamy mac, BBQ sauce, and potato-chip crumble—for the ultimate kickoff bite.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/first-day-of-summer-hot-dog/
33. Hot Dog Slider Sail Boats
Mini franks cruise in Hoagie-roll “boats” with cucumber sails and bell-pepper flags to create the perfect pool-party finger food.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/hot-dog-sailboats/
34. BBQ Havarti Burger
Patties mixed with BBQ sauce, topped with melty Havarti and a crown of seasoned sweet-potato fries on Martin’s Sandwich Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/havarti-burgers-with-sweet-potato-fries/
35. Pickle Relish Hot Dogs
Grilled franks nestled in Martin’s Long Potato Rolls and finished with tangy homemade dill-pickle relish (pickles, peppers, onion, fresh dill) and a stripe of mustard.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-hot-dogs-with-homemade-dill-pickle-relish/
36. BLT Burger with Basil Aioli
Havarti-topped beef patty stacked with crispy bacon, butter lettuce, ripe tomato, and herb-bright basil aioli on a toasted Martin’s Sandwich Potato Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/blt-burger-with-basil-aioli/
37. Carolina Slaw Dogs
A true Southern classic: grilled dog piled high with hearty beef chili, sweet–tangy mayo slaw, chopped onions, and a drizzle of yellow mustard in a Martin’s Long Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/carolina-slaw-dogs/
38. Basil Blackberry & Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Mashed blackberry spread, basil–arugula salad, sliced grilled chicken, and crumbled goat cheese layered on toasted Martin’s Butter Bread.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/fresh-basil-blackberry-and-grilled-chicken-sandwich
39. Antipasto Sandwich with Homemade Pesto
Salami, prosciutto, artichokes, roasted pepper, cherry peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, provolone, arugula, and zesty lemon-basil pesto packed into a Martin’s Hoagie Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/antipasto-sandwich-with-homemade-pesto/
40. Baby Back Rib Sandwich
Slow-cooker baby back ribs glazed in smoky homemade BBQ sauce, deboned and heaped on a Big Marty’s Roll with your choice of toppings including fried onion strings, bacon crumbles, waffle fries, pickles, or red onion.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/baby-back-rib-sandwich/
41. Jalapeño Popper Burger
Angus beef patties stuffed with a creamy bacon-flecked jalapeño, cheddar, mozzarella, and cream-cheese filling, then grilled and layered with tomato, avocado, extra jalapeño, and crisp bacon on a toasted Martin’s Big Marty’s bun.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/jalapeno-popper-burger/
42. Italian-Style Hoagie
Classic combo of ham, capicola, salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, and oil-vinegar dressing in a Martin’s Hoagie Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/italian-style-hoagie/
43. Funnel Cake Burger
Double cheddar burgers topped with a powdered-sugar funnel cake and smear of bacon jam, served atop Sandwich Potato Rolls—state-fair heaven.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/funnel-cake-burger/
44. Cheese Curd Hot Dog
Grilled hot dog in a Martin’s Long Potato Roll smothered with warm cheese sauce, a spoonful of marinara, diced onions, and a generous tumble of battered cheese curds for Wisconsin-style indulgence.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/cheese-curd-dog/
45. BLT Sliders
Sweet Dinner Potato Rolls packed with bacon, caramelized onions, tomato, crisp lettuce, and cracked-pepper mayo.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/blt-sliders
46. Peach Bread Pudding
Lightly toasted slices of Martin’s Butter Bread bake with juicy peaches in a vanilla custard, then get crowned with a warm, buttery brown-sugar sauce for the coziest summer dessert.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peach-bread-pudding
47. BLT Dogs
Two summer favorites combine: all-beef franks sizzled in bacon drippings are tucked into Martin’s Long Potato Rolls and piled high with shredded iceberg, diced cherry tomatoes, crispy bacon crumbles, and a swipe of mayo for the ultimate BLT dog.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/blt-dogs/
48. Lobster Roll Sliders
Chilled lobster tossed in lemon-herb mayo and tucked into buttery Sweet Party Potato Rolls.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/lobster-roll-sliders
49. Grilled Farmers’ Market Sandwich
Char-grilled eggplant, zucchini, and red onion with provolone, tomato, and basil on toasted Potato Bread.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-farmers-market-sandwich/
50. Pulled Pork with Sweet Corn Slaw
Tender pulled pork, tangy BBQ sauce, and creamy sweet corn slaw piled onto a Martin’s Sandwich Roll.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pulled-pork-sandwiches-sweet-corn-slaw
51. Tilapia Fish Taco Boats
Crisp-toasted Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls become edible “boats” filled with shredded purple cabbage, chili-rubbed tilapia fillets, tropical fruit salsa, and creamy avocado slices for a handheld island-style taco.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/tilapia-fish-taco-boats-tropical-salsa
52. Heirloom Tomato Tart
Slider Potato Rolls make the crust for this ricotta-filled tart topped with rainbow heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and chives.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/heirloom-tomato-tart
53. Hot Dog Sliders
Halved hot-dogs tucked into top-sliced Sweet Dinner Potato Rolls and topped with classic condiments for simple, two-bite fun.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/hot-dog-sliders
54. Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Lemon-and-honey marinated chicken breasts are grilled, tucked into toasted Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls, and layered with BBQ-mayo sauce, crisp bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion for a backyard classic done right.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/classic-grilled-chicken-sandwich/
55. All-American Summer Burger
Beef-and-sausage patty stuffed with bacon-onion cheese mixture, then topped with chips, ketchup, and mustard.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/ultimate-american-summer-burger/
56. Summer Panzanella
Toasted cubes of Martin’s Potato Bread mingle with juicy watermelon, roasted golden beets, fresh herbs, arugula, red onion, mozzarella, and a honey-lemon vinaigrette for a bright, picnic-ready salad.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/summer-panzanella-salad
57. Red, White & Bleu Burger
Jalapeño-flecked beef patty crowned with crumbled bleu cheese, lettuce, and tomato for patriotic flair.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/red-white-bleu-burger/
58. Bacon Cheeseburger Hot Dog
Split-grilled hot dogs in Martin’s Long Potato Rolls get smothered with a bacon-flecked, cheddar-loaded ground-beef “cheeseburger” sauce, then finished with diced red onion, more cheddar, ketchup, mustard, and a parsley sprinkle for the ultimate mash-up bite.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/bacon-cheeseburger-hot-dog/
59. July 4th Grilled Cheese
Butter Bread layers tomato (red), fresh mozzarella (white), and blueberry-balsamic reduction (blue) for a special patriotic snack.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/tomato-mozzarella-and-blueberry-balsamic-grilled-cheese/
60. Summer Corn Bruschetta
Grilled slices of Martin’s Butter Bread are spread with creamy ricotta, then topped with skillet-charred chili-lime corn, sweet cherry tomatoes, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro for a bright bite or summer.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/summer-corn-bruschetta
61. Strawberry Fields Salad Cups
Toasted muffin-tin cups of Martin’s Potato Bread cradle a sweet-savory chopped salad of mixed greens, strawberries, crispy bacon, goat-cheese crumbles, cranberries, and pecans, all tossed in a honey-apple-cider vinaigrette for picnic-perfect handhelds.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/strawberry-fields-chopped-salad-crouton-cups
62. Tomato Zucchini Panzanella
Toasted cubes of Martin’s Hoagie Rolls mingle with sautéed zucchini, heirloom cherry tomatoes, green pepper, red onion, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil, all soaked in a sweet-tangy balsamic–garlic vinaigrette for a hearty summer salad.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/zucchini-panzanella
63. Tropical Hot Dog
Grilled beef frank nestled in a Martin’s Long Potato Roll and crowned with a refreshing fruit salsa of diced watermelon, pineapple, papaya, a squeeze of lime, and fresh cilantro for island-style snap.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/tropical-hot-dog/
64. Grilled Pesto Chicken Sandwich
Big Marty’s Rolls cradle juicy chicken breasts marinated in herby basil-pesto, then grilled and layered with lemony mayo, baby spinach, thick tomato slices, and thin red onion.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-pesto-chicken-sandwich/
65. Cowboy Mini Burger
Smash-seared beef patties crowned with melted American cheese, crispy bacon, fried onion strings, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce, all tucked into buttery Martin’s Slider Potato Rolls for a bite-size “rodeo” feast.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/cowboy-mini-burger/
66. Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Spice-rubbed, grilled chicken thighs are shredded and tossed in a jalapeño-spiced, apricot-vinegar BBQ sauce, then piled onto toasted Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls and crowned with creamy honey coleslaw.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pulled-barbecue-chicken-sandwich
67. Grilled Steak Salad Sandwich
Seasoned, Worcestershire-marinated sirloin strips are layered onto toasted Martin’s Hoagie Rolls with romaine, red onion, avocado, cherry tomatoes, chunky blue cheese dressing, and crumbles—like a steakhouse salad in sandwich form.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-steak-salad-sandwich/
68. BBQ Brisket Sandwich with Tangy Onion & Pickle Slaw
Applewood-smoked, dry-rubbed brisket is sliced thick and piled onto Martin’s Sandwich Potato Rolls, then topped with a crunchy pickle–onion slaw and a splash of guava-sriracha “BEAST” sauce for sweet-heat barbecue bliss.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/bbq-brisket-sandwich-with-tangy-pickle-onion-slaw
69. Peach Panzanella
Grilled peaches, arugula, basil, and grill-toasted Potato Bread tossed in maple-shallot vinaigrette combine for a sweet-savory summer panzanella.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peach-panzanella-salad/
70. S’mores Mountain Pie
Buttered slices of Martin’s Potato Bread are pressed in a campfire pie-iron around gooey marshmallows, melty chocolate, and crushed grahams (plus any bonus fillings you fancy) for a handheld, golden-crisp s’mores pocket.
Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/smores-mountain-pie/
Keep the Summer Sizzle Going!
With 70 fresh ideas in your back pocket—and Martin’s famously fluffy rolls ready to serve—you’re set for every cookout, pool party, and fireworks finale that Summer 2025 can throw at you. Bookmark this post for quick inspiration, mix-and-match the recipes to build your dream July 4th spread, and don’t forget to celebrate Martin’s 70th Anniversary all season long.
Tried one of these dishes? We’d love to see it! Tag @potatorolls on social and show us how you’re making summer memories with Martin’s. Here’s to great food, good friends, and the golden taste that’s been bringing people together since 1955.
Martin’s Summer Fun Season Sweepstakes — Round 5
- Dates: June 27 – July 14, 2025
- Theme: Outdoor Summer Cookout
- Prize: A pair of classic Adirondack Chairs plus an assortment of Martin’s Sandwich, Long, and Slider Potato Rolls!
How to Enter: Visit our sweepstakes page at https://martinssummerfun.com and submit the entry form for a chance to win!
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