Memorial Day Recipes for the Potluck and Grill-Out
I have a few rules for Memorial Day potluck and cookout recipes: they should be easy to share, easy to transport, and good enough that everyone asks you for the recipe. These dishes all fit the bill!
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Kick off summer get-together season with these crowd-pleasing recipes!
Summer is my season. I love getting together with friends, days at the lake, dining al fresco, and Memorial Day is when it all kicks off.
So whether you’re planning a Memorial Day party or just attending one, you should start the summer off right with some good food.
The best cookout recipes are unfussy and crowd-pleasing, but still offer something a little different so people are impressed. They should be able to sit out for a bit, and cooking on the grill or make-ahead dishes are always a plus.
These Memorial Day potluck and grill-out recipes have earned repeat invitations at all my summer parties!
Chicken Kabobs
Here’s my little pro-tip for making grilled kabobs for a crowd. Make some skewers with both veggies and chicken, then do some with chicken only and some with veggies only—that way the vegetarians and veggie-haters can all be happy!
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Grilled Corn Recipe
Grilled corn is a summertime must! I love setting out a little topping bar when I make it for a party, with seasoned salts, compound butter, hot sauce, lime wedges, street corn fixings, etc.
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Smash Burger Recipe
Instead of going with your standard burger recipe, switch things up with crispy-edged smash burgers. (Bonus: they cook faster too since they’re thinner!)
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Flag Cake
Part dessert, part centerpiece, there’s a reason why this recipe is a classic for Memorial Day and the 4th of July.
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Healthy Potato Salad
Still creamy and satisfying, this lightened up potato salad is just a little fresher and lighter than the ultra-heavy versions that turn pretty unappetizing on a hot summer day.
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BLT Pasta Salad
Crunchy bacon, juicy tomatoes, pasta, creamy dressing—it’s basically everything people want from a cookout side dish in one bowl.
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Watermelon Salad
Cold watermelon and salty feta are one of those combinations that you just need to experience to appreciate. This recipe is refreshing and it feels a little fancier than your standard fruit salad.
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