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50 All-American Memorial Day Recipes And Menu Ideas

by Donya Mullins Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links.

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There’s no better way to start the summer than hosting a Memorial Day Party! Whether you’re building the menu from the ground up, or you need a couple of last-minute recipes, this roundup is here to help. This collection has everything from drinks and appetizers to BBQ sauces, main dishes, and desserts, along with some helpful tips for hosting!

Table of contents

  • Homemade Sauces
  • Easy To Make Appetizers and Drinks
  • Make-Ahead Salads
  • Pasta Salads For A Crowd
  • Best Side Dishes For A Cookout
  • Memorial Day Main Dishes
  • Delicious Desserts For Summer
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Whenever you’re planning and hosting a party it can feel like a juggling act, trying to balance the guest list, menu, cooking, and then actually spending time with loved ones. When I am hosting large celebrations, I ask myself a couple of questions to keep me on track…

  • Out of all the recipes on my menu, how many can be made ahead of time?
  • How much work will I have to do on the day of the party?
  • Are the recipes I chose ones that everyone can enjoy?

You know how I like to do things…easy and stress-free, so, choose recipes that work for you! As tempting as it is to go over the top with your cooking, you’ll end up spreading yourself too thin. It’s better, in the long run, to choose tried and true, easy-to-make recipes that have great flavors.

PRO TIP: Buy disposable plates, napkins, cups, and silverware! You can find all kinds of fun-themed patterns for your party, and it just makes clean-up so much easier. Click here to get the full list of Items For Hosting A Memorial Day Party!

Homemade Sauces

Alabama White BBQ Sauce

Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce Recipe

Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce

PRO TIP: When you’re hosting a party, you’ll always need more ice than you think you will. I recommend buying at least 2 more bags than you were originally planning.

Easy To Make Appetizers and Drinks

Homemade Lemonade

Tequila Sunrise Cocktail

Lemon Shandy

Southwest Ranch Dip

Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Fresh Tomato Relish

Black Bean And Corn Salsa Recipe

Make-Ahead Salads

Easy Everyday Green Salad

PRO TIP: To make sure your salad is crispy, store the salad dressing in a separate container. Before serving, drizzle the dressing over, toss and serve for the best flavor and texture.

Spicy Cucumber Tomato Salad

Tomato Cucumber Salad

Easy Avocado Tomato Salad Recipe

Simple Green Bean Salad

Creamy Cucumber Salad

Broccoli Apple Salad

Super Simple Caprese Salad

Pasta Salads For A Crowd

PRO TIP: If you’re serving any food that’s made with dairy products, make sure you don’t leave them sitting outside for longer than 2 hours. That includes any salad dressings, sauces, or drinks.

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Spaghetti Salad

Pesto Pasta Salad With Tomatoes And Mozzarella

Best Caprese Pasta Salad (Fresh and Easy)

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Creamy Tomato Cucumber Pasta Salad

Best Side Dishes For A Cookout

Blue Cheese Coleslaw

BBQ Red Slaw

Ramen Broccoli Slaw

Brussels Sprouts Slaw

Easy Pineapple Coleslaw

Macaroni Salad For A Crowd

Air Fryer Cajun Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Pineapple BBQ Baked Beans

Chipotle Bacon Baked Beans

Memorial Day Main Dishes

Grilled Lemon Chicken

BBQ Chicken Legs

Balsamic Chicken Thighs

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

BEST Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Easy Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Air Fryer Chicken Legs (Drumsticks)

Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs

5-Ingredient Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken

Delicious Desserts For Summer

Super Simple S'mores Brownies

Piña Colada Bundt Cake

Southern Pound Cake

No Churn Peach Ice Cream

Creamy 3-Ingredient Fruit Dip

Chocolate Dip

Even though we will be celebrating with family and friends, we always stop to remember the real reason for this special day ~ honoring the men and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. I am so very thankful to those who chose the country over self and have given all for my freedom. Happy Memorial Day!

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