25+ Memorial Day Recipes
Check out this list of Memorial Day Food Ideas! They’re great for making and sharing with friends. Simple recipes like this are so much fun to make!
You’ll find sweet treats and savory side dishes on this list. Find a few that you like and gather up the simple ingredients!
The best part about making food for Memorial Day is that you have so many tasty options. You can make them all – or change them up each year.
Start planning your Memorial Day celebration early this year and use these simple recipes as your guide! It doesn’t get any better than this!
How do I host a Memorial Day party?
Memorial Day is a special day to remember and honor those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Hosting a Memorial Day party is a way to bring your family and friends together to celebrate and pay tribute to those who have given so much.
Plan and create a guest list to host a successful Memorial Day party. Consider preparing traditional holiday foods, such as grilled burgers and hot dogs, and creating a patriotic ambiance with decorations and music.
Don’t forget to remember the reason for the holiday and take some time to reflect and honor the brave men and women who have fought for our freedoms.
A Memorial Day party can be a great way to bring people together and pay tribute to our heroes.
What are good decorations for an outdoor Memorial Day BBQ?
As Memorial Day approaches, many people are planning outdoor barbecues to enjoy the warmer weather and the company of family and friends.
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To make your BBQ festive while still honoring the holiday, it’s important to decorate appropriately. Flags and other patriotic decor are a great option, as they represent the American spirit and fallen soldiers.
Red, white, and blue streamers and balloons can add a festive touch to any outdoor area. Fresh flowers and greenery in red, white, and blue hues can also create a charming atmosphere.
Additionally, consider purchasing or making a memory board or sign to honor those who have died in service.
With these decorations, you can create a beautiful and meaningful atmosphere for your Memorial Day BBQ.
What are good drinks for a Memorial Day party?
A great option is to serve a large pitcher of homemade lemonade with fresh mint or strawberries for a patriotic touch.
If you’re feeling more adventurous, consider making a batch of red, white, and blue sangria with blueberries, strawberries, and white wine.
For those who prefer non-alcoholic beverages, ice-cold iced tea or raspberry lemonade is always a crowd-pleaser.
No matter what drinks you choose to serve, raise a toast to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
25+ Memorial Day Recipes
Start at the top of the list and find some of the best options for your taste buds. There are so many tasty recipes on this page!
Memorial Day Food Ideas
Do you need a few delicious recipes for Memorial Day? Check out these great options!
Nana’s Pineapple Delight is a vintage recipe from my grandmother; sweet, fruity pineapple bars with a creamy vanilla frosting and flaky butter crust. It’s a staple summer dessert that makes enough to feed a crowd!
This Onion Relish will take your sandwich from 0 to 60 with just 3 ingredients and a few minutes of prep!
This popcorn recipe is the perfect snack!
These 4 ingredient Foil Pack Grilled Red Potatoes are a pantry staple, minimal prep side dish that can be made on the grill or oven. You can prep them ahead and cook easily on the campfire.
This is the perfect recipe for the warmer months of the year!
These juicy Air Fryer Hamburgers are quick and easy to prepare with simple ingredients and cook in less than 10 minutes. Loved by the whole family, they can be customised with various toppings for an anytime meal on Memorial Day.
Everyone will love these simple cookies!
You're going to love the flavor of this cheesecake recipe!
No picnic is complete without this sweet and creamy Amish Macaroni Salad! This Pennsylvanian Dutch recipe is better than Walmart’s Amish Macaroni Salad with a tangy dressing made of mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, and smoked paprika.
Savor the taste of perfectly grilled Veggie Skewers, loaded with zucchini, red onion, and bell peppers. These skewers are delicately drizzled with a tangy touch of balsamic vinegar and brushed with a vibrant, fresh garlic herb sauce for an explosion of flavors.
Whip up a batch of these sweet and salty brownies for a yummy patriotic dessert.
Kalua Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa (also known as Hawaiian pork tacos) is a super easy slow cooker recipe. Wrap shredded pork in a corn tortilla and top them with Pineapple Salsa for the perfect match.
It's always fun to make patriotic desserts!
The kids will have a blast making these popsicles!
The Southern baked Mac and cheese is made with cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, gruyere, parmesan, and American. Featuring a custard-style cheese sauce made with egg and evaporated milk.
Add a patriotic flair to your celebrations with these easy-to-make American Flag Cupcakes. Made with a box mix and decorated with delicious buttercream frosting in red, white, and blue, these cupcakes are fun and tasty sweet treat.
Corn on the Cob is everyone's favorite summer side dish. This simple recipe for Cajun corn on the cob adds a delicious spicy kick.
These cake mix cookies are a fast and simple recipe! They're easy to make and soft!
Start off the day with this simple smoothie recipe.
Shrimp kabobs are the best for summertime grilling! Fresh shrimp and vegetables are seasoned and grilled, then finished off with a banana pepper sauce for a light and fresh meal with zesty flavors.
A chimichurri potato salad has no mayonnaise and no fuss, full of fresh herbs and garlic, a little bit of heat from the red pepper, it's an easy to prepare side dish that is perfectly delicious warm, cool, or at room temperature!
This all-purpose Grilled Buffalo Chicken recipe is perfect for grilling outside or on a stovetop grill pan and has all the flavor of your favorite chicken wings.
Classic tomato feta salad gets a colorful and flavorful upgrade with the addition of peaches and strawberries. This gorgeous tomato and feta salad is a delicious stand-alone meal that’s perfect for Memorial Day!
Poke cakes are so much fun to make!
Easy and simple burger on the grill for your next BBQ!
Italian Pasta Salad is the best BBQ side dish! This pasta salad recipe is made with a simple homemade Italian vinaigrette and filled with tender pasta, peppers, tomatoes, olives, and salami.
This Patriotic Cupcakes Recipe is one of the best! Made with a boxed cake mix, everyone will love it!
Which of these recipes for Memorial Day are you going to make first?
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