40 Recipes for Memorial Day - Weelicious (2024)

Guacamole Cheddar Burger

Atried and true classic. Adding the homemade guacamole for a topping is a game changer!

Sunny Side Up Veggie Burger

If you’re a vegetarian (or not), you have to try this one. We buy a variety of vegan burgers, top them with a golden egg thatoozes all over the burger when you take a bite creating a luscious sauce.

BBQ Chicken Burgers

Get ready tantalize your taste buds with these mouthwatering BBQ Chicken Burgers! Bursting with flavor and perfect for the whole family!

Garbanzo Burgers

These are packed with protein, low in fat and high in dietary fiber, so they're a great addition to your Memorial Day menu. Especially for the vegetarians!

Turkey Zucchini Burgers with Yogurt-Sumac Sauce

The zucchini gives these burgers a little extra texture and moistness while plumping them up with a vegetable for those kids who have an aversion to zucchini.

Shroom Burgers

Crispy, cheesy and downright delicious. It's hard to eat just one of these Shroom Burgers!

Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers

We love these chicken burgers and they're super easy to whip up. They're especially a good option for people who don't eat red meat.

Air Fryer French Fries

These get super crispy and delicious. They sometimes get eaten before anything else makes it to the table!

Oven Baked Fries

If you don't have anair fryer these oven baked friesare just as yummy!

Sweet Potato Fries

Switch it up a bit and serve these delicious sweet potato fries this year! They're super easy to make!

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

I make these potatoes ALL the time! They're our all time favorite. Super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Buttermilk Bacon Whipped Potatoes

You can't go wrong with these buttermilk bacon whipped potatoes. They're perfectly creamy and so tasty!

Summer Fruit and Mozzarella Salad

My go-to when people are coming over for a cookout. It's a dish everyone from young to old will love, not to mention how beautiful and vibrant it looks.

Tomato Bruschetta

This makes my mouth water just thinking about it. Kenya and Chloe tout this recipe as "even better" than the bruschettaat our favorite restaurant!

Watermelon Pizza

Super fun and looks SO good on a table. Kids love making their own creations with this one so let them run free!

Summer Pasta Salad

Pasta salad at a backyard barbecue is about as classic as it gets. Try this one with corn, asparagus and cherry tomatoes at your Memorial Day get together.

Fruit Caprese Kabobs

Always a huge hit because of their DIY nature. The real fun comes not only from making them, but also eating the simple yet satisfying flavors one after another!

Strawberry Spinach Salad

This salad is chock full of tons of my favorite goodies — spinach, fresh strawberries and a delicious poppyseed vinaigrette.

Baked Beans in the Crock Pot

Baked Beans don't have to be boring and from a can, this version made in the crock pot takes a classic recipe to a whole new level!

Grilled Lemon Asparagus

Asparagus at the farmers market is SO fresh right now. Grab yourself a bundle and make this simple Grilled Lemon Asparagus either right on the grill or on a pan.

Heirloom Tomato Salad

A classic side at any summer BBQ! This recipe is super duper fresh and absolutely stunning on a table.

Classic Macaroni and Cheese

There's just something about some gooey macaroni and cheese that I love at a BBQ!

Crunchy Quinoa Crusted Chicken Tenders

These chicken tenders are just as good as they sound. The crunch from the quinoa is perfect, and it doesn't hurt that quinoa is a superfood!

Mango Shrimp Ceviche

This is probably the most crowd pleasing dish you'll ever make! The sweetness of the mango is out of this world.

DIY Taco Buffet

DIY Taco Buffet is the easiest way to serve tacos and everyone can make their tacos they way they want!

Southern Style Pork Tenderloin

This pork tenderloinis smoky, sweet, and tangy all in one. This is the perfect summer grilling recipe.

Cauliflower Steaks

These are great for plant based eaters, but I will say,the meat eaters in my family love these just as much as anyone else.

Coconut Baked Shrimp

Coconut baked shrimp is a family-friendly recipe that is not only easy to make but also a fun way to introduce kids to new flavors. Serve with this delectable sweet and sour dipping sauce to take them to the next level!

Cheesy Pizza Hot Dogs

Just as fun as they sound, and super easy to make. Kids LOVE these!

Slow-Cooked Green Chili Pork Tacos

These tacos are about as easy as they get. Toss everything in a slow cooker, set it and forget it. Serve with a medley of your favorite toppings!

Whitefish and Crispy Avocado Tacos

The flaky fish makes these tacosaddicting and super flavorful. Add your favorite toppings and get ready to rock your world!

Baked BBQ Chicken Legs

A backyard BBQ classic. You could bake these in the oven or toss them on the grill if you wanted!

Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

These are every kid (and adult's) dream. Fresh baked cookies with ice cream in between? Can it get any better?

Red, White and Blue Parfaits

These treats are festive, fun and delicious. A great addition to any Memorial Day hang!

Red, White & Blue Pops

Going right along with the red, white and blue theme. They're filled with good-for-you fruits and are a perfect treat! P.S. I love thesepopsicle molds.

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

One of my favorite because it's not too sweet and has a deliciouscrumbly oat topping paired withthe season's freshest produce.

Coco-Blue Nice Cream

This healthy ice cream isvegan, gluten, and dairy free and only takes minutes to whip up! While I don't always say no to real ice cream, this is an equally delicious,guilt free version.

Strawberry Lemon Hand Pies

I absolutely ADORE these little guys. They're perfectly hand held and a great project to get kids involved in the kitchen.

Fruity Mocktail

No backyard BBQ is complete without a co*cktail…or a mocktail. Whichever you prefer! This fruity mocktail recipe can easily be turned into a more adult version, but is yummy either way.

Berry Coconut Crisps

Berry Coconut Crisps are the easiest dessert and absolutely delicious. A base of berries topped with a walnut crumble and a hint of coconut is irresistible!