56 of the Best Memorial Day Weekend Recipes
The best Memorial Day weekend recipes will help you celebrate the unofficial start to summer all weekend long. This group of recipes is perfect for any barbecue, picnic, or party.
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Can you believe that the unofficial start of summer is finally here?
I sure can’t even though we are having our first heat wave in the Northeast this week.
But I’m thinking about barbecues and cookouts nonetheless.
And if you are too you’re probably looking for Memorial Day weekend recipes?
Look no further!
I’ve gathered more than 50 of my favorite recipes to welcome summer with.
You’ll find snacks and appetizers, mains, salads and sides, desserts, and both nonalcoholic drinks and summer cocktails so you can toast to a fabulous season in the sun!
Memorial Day Weekend Appetizers and Snacks
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Homemade Corn Tortilla Chips
Can't have dip without some chips! These homemade corn tortilla chips are better than any storebought chips.
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Tortellini Caprese Skewers
Any food is more fun on a stick and that applies to this deconstructed pasta salad turned into appetizers.
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Black Bean and Corn Dip
Black bean and corn salsa dip is cool, refreshing, and perfect with chips.
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Beer Cheese Queso
Heat this beer cheese queso in a cast iron skillet on the grill and get your dip on!
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Peach Salsa
Peaches are just starting to hit their peak depending on where you live and make the perfect sweet salsa base.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip
Jalapeno popper dip is the perfect grilled addition to any party.
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Prosciutto Caprese Skewers
Prosciutto caprese skewers add salty, savory prosciutto into this no cook skewer.
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Homemade Flour Tortilla Chips
Nothing is a better snack than a batch of homemade tortilla chips begging for some dip!
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Beer Cheese Dip
Throw this beer cheese on the grill in a cast iron skillet for a melted, smoky appetizer.
Memorial Day Weekend Recipes for Main Dishes
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Homemade Simple Burgers
You can't go wrong with this simple burger recipe! It's a staple at any cookout.
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Grilled Buffalo Chicken Chicken
Bring the heat to any occasion with this grilled buffalo chicken chicken.
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Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Bacon Burgers
Bacon and cheese stuffed bacon burgers are the bacon lover's dream.
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Slow Roasted Beer Barbecue Ribs
Beer barbecue ribs deserve a spot at any summer celebration.
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Italian Grilled Chicken
Looking for a lighter main that won't make you feel like you're missing out on any of the fun of Memorial Day Weekend? This Italian grilled chicken is it.
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Jalapeno Popper Burgers
A yummy burger stuffed full of jalapeno popper dip is the ultimate indulgence.
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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Ribs
A sweet, savory, spicy, finger lickin good main dish for any cookout or barbecue.
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Pineapple Barbecue Burgers
Pineapple barbecue burgers bring a tangy sweet and savory spice.
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Coffee Rubbed Ribs
Smoky and bold, this coffee rubbed rib recipes makes for fall of the bone goodness.
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Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken
Weather nasty this Memorial Day weekend? You can still enjoy backyard barbecue flavor with this Instant Pot barbecue chicken.
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Buttery Connecticut Lobster Rolls
Nothing says summer quite like a buttery Connecticut style lobster roll.
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Salads and Sides
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Easiest Ever Corn on the Cob
The classic summer veggie side is no shuck corn on the cob.
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Red Potato Salad with Dill and Dijon
One of the yummiest classic creamy potato salads! Make it ahead of time and pull it out for your party.
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Easy Tomato and Onion Salad with Vinegar
Fresh tomatoes are at their best all summer long. Use the early ones this Memorial Day to make this tangy tomato salad.
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Easy Grilled Zucchini
Easy grilled zucchini makes a perfect summer side at your Memorial Day cook out.
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Garlic Roasted Green Beans
Don't cook these beans in the oven. Prepare them as directed but put them into a sealed foil pouch and grill them until the beans get soft.
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Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
Red, white, and blue fruit salad is an easy festive side.
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Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto
Have a hearty vegetarian option like this caprese tortellini pasta salad with pesto that still feels summery.
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Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
A classic pasta salad with Italian dressing deserves a spot at any picnic!
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Italian Cucumber Tomato Salad
A light tomato cucumber salad is the perfect crunchy side dish at your Memorial Day weekend barbecue.
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Greek Orzo Salad
Another light but satisfying vegetarian option, this Greek orzo salad is a fresh spin on pasta salad.
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Memorial Day Dessert Recipes
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Oreo Smores (Smoreos)- 2 Ways
Oreo s'mores are a sweet twist on the campfire classic.
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Strawberry Crumble
Nothing says summer like sweet strawberries under a buttery oat topping.
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Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Take a short cut and make this sweet summer peach cobbler with cake mix to kick off your holiday weekend.
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Sheet Pan Smores in the Oven
Weather not great? Fear not! These sheet pan s'mores will give you campfire flavor indoors if your barbecue gets rained out.
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Blueberry Crumble
Blueberry crumble is another classic summer dessert that would be perfect to cap off your barbecue.
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Nutella S’mores Dip
Another fun twist on s'mores to give you that campfire flavor anytime over the holiday weekend.
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Red, White, and Blue Skillet S’mores
A festive summer dessert dip perfect for Memorial Day parties and barbecues.
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Memorial Day Drinks and Cocktails
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Boozy Lemonade Slushies
An adult version of a frozen lemonde slushie laced with vodka and limoncello..
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Homemade Strawberry Lemonade
A special, strawberry filled lemonade for the whole family to enjoy.
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Blueberry Vodka Lemonade Cocktail
A cocktail version of blueberry lemonade for the grown ups to enjoy!
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Homemade Raspberry Lemonade
Raspberries and lemonade are a perfect match in this family friendly drink recipe.
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Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail
A spiked raspberry lemonade cocktail offers a refreshing adult beverage that is easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
A refreshing pink raspberry lemonade cocktail spiked with vodka and limoncello.
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Boozy Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
A frozen strawberry lemonade cocktail just for the adults.
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How to Make Homemade Iced Tea
A nice ice cold pitcher or homemade iced tea is the perfect way to start summer.
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Alcoholic Lemonade (Spiked Lemonade)
A spiked lemonade is refreshing and fun for summer.
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