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20 easy and delicious recipes for Memorial Day Weekend. Kick off summer with these crowd-pleasing cookout favorites.
Memorial Day Weekend is almost here! Memorial Day is right around the corner! We've rounded up some of our favorite easy, delicious recipes for the long weekend. Here in the U.S., it marks the (unofficial) start of summer and we are so excited for all the foods that the season brings. We've included some of our favorite appetizers, easy sides, salads, fabulous main course ideas and, of course, a selection of festive desserts!
And if you love S'mores, check out this post for even more dessert recipes. How are you planning on celebrating the long weekend? Whatever we do, let's make sure we recognize the reason for the long weekend. A special weekend set aside to remember and appreciate those who have served our country and given the ultimate sacrifice to sustain our freedom. We hope you enjoy these Memorial Day recipes!
Watermelon Mint Lemonade
On a hot summer day, there's nothing like this Watermelon Mint Lemonade! It's refreshing, delicious, easy to put together and make-ahead.
Best Ever Pico de Gallo (Salsa Mexicana)
This fabulous Pico de Gallo is wonderful with chips but also pairs perfectly with any Mexican entreé! It's so fresh and delicious you'll want to eat it with a spoon!
Ridiculously Easy Korean Corn Cheese Dip
This cheesy, bubbly appetizer comes together in minutes and always gets rave reviews. It's made with fresh corn, melty mozzarella, and a handful of simple ingredients. It's perfect for parties, cookouts, or a cozy night in!
Italian White Bean Hummus
This Italian White Bean Hummus is ultra-silky, light, and full of Mediterranean flavor. Made with cannellini beans, fennel, tahini, and a simple simmering technique, it blends into a beautifully smooth hummus and is finished with a vibrant tomato, roasted red pepper, and olive topping.
Watermelon Arugula Salad with Pepper Jelly Dressing
With tender arugula, crisp cucumber and red onion, creamy blue cheese, crunchy candied pecans and lots of sweet, juicy melon this Watermelon Arugula Salad is beyond delicious!
Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad
A bright, vibrantly flavored salad, this Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad pairs deliciously with pizza, burgers, roasted or grilled entreés and it makes a healthy, hearty meal topped with grilled chicken. The easy brown-butter-roasted pepitas are the crunchy crowning glory!
Mexican Corn and Bean Salad
This Mexican Corn and Bean Salad is wonderful for potlucks, with chips and makes a fabulous side for sandwiches and grilled entreés too!
Chopped Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Chopped Mexican Street Corn Salad is a healthy, super delicious rendition of the iconic street food antojito ("snack"), sold by roadside vendors all over Mexico City.
Lemon Rosemary Potato Salad
Simple and delicious, this Rosemary Potato Salad is always popular! Is great for picnics, potlucks and parties because you don't have to worry about mayonnaise going bad!
Roasted Tomato Fresh Mozzarella Pasta
Roasted Tomato Fresh Mozzarella Pasta - if this delicious pasta dish could talk, it would be shouting "summer"! All of the season's best flavors wrapped up in one bowl!
Bacon Bourbon Barbecued Chicken Skewers
These Barbecued Chicken Skewers are beyond delicious, with tender chunks of spice-rubbed chicken breast, smoky bacon and crisp red onions. They're grilled to perfection, then charred with a super easy Bourbon Barbecue Sauce.
The BEST Grilled Chicken Breasts
These Grilled Chicken Breasts are moist, tender and full of great flavor. Marinate them for 30 minutes or overnight... they never fail to bring rave reviews!
Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork
This easy slow cooker (or instant pot) Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork takes minutes to put together - what a delicious crowd pleaser!
Korean Beef Skewers (Grill, Broil or Air Fry!)
This Korean Beef Skewer recipe is loaded with vibrant flavor, can be prepped ahead and works beautifully as a main entrée, for rice bowls, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and more!
Fresh Herb Asian Chicken Burgers
Looking for a flavorful, healthy twist on burger night? These Asian Chicken Burgers are bursting with fresh herbs, sweet chili sauce, and Thai-inspired flavor! They're light, juicy, and perfect for everything from busy weeknights to casual entertaining.
Easy S'Mores Shortbread Tart
This Crumb-Topped S'mores Tart might look fancy but it's a fun, super easy take on the American campfire classic, perfect for parties, picnics and potlucks!
10 Minute Summer Berry Galette
A quick (only 10 minutes prep time), easy and super delicious summer berry galette that's perfect for entertaining, yet simple enough for a weeknight splurge.
Red, White and Blue Shortbread Cookies
If you think these festive Red, White, and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies look difficult, check out the video and you'll be a believer! They're one-bowl, no-mixer and super delish!
Ridiculously Easy Magic Cookies with Toffee and Chocolate Chips
Crisp, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, toffee bits, coconut, and pecans, these no-mixer Magic Cookies come together in minutes and don't require a mixer! They're gluten-free and without eggs or butter!
Ridiculously Easy Caramel Buttermilk Sheet Cake
With just one bowl and a whisk, you can put together this FABULOUS Caramel Buttermilk Sheet Cake. The melt-in-your-mouth caramel icing is as easy as the cake!
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