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May 30, 2022

40+ Delicious Memorial Day Recipes

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Memorial Day is here! What a great day for a kick-off to summer. Go ahead and enjoy it with family, friends, and some good food. No worries! I have got you covered. I am sharing with you some delicious Memoria Day recipes perfect for your menu.

For Memorial Day recipes, I like to make sure that there are many options. This way everyone can find something they like on the table. There could be meat and chicken grill or BBQ dishes, plenty of sides and dips, vegetarian dishes, beverages, and most important, tons of desserts!


chicken kafta burger
dairy free avocado smoothie
Grilled Shrimp

What is Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is the day when Americans commemorate the American soldiers that sacrificed their souls for the sake of their countries. It is not the same day every year. Since 1971, they have assigned the last Monday of May to be the Memorial Day.

During this day, American celebrations usually include family gatherings, parades, and tons of cookouts. You feel like it is an unofficial start of summer. Memorial Day recipes include delicious, shiny and bright dishes. Heavenly!

If you do not know what to prepare on this special day, you have come to the right place. Together, we will make the best food for your party!


Best Recipes for Perfect Memorial Day


Burgers and Sandwiches

Burgers and sandwiches are a staple for a backyard BBQ party. What is even better is that you can find a burger or a sandwich for any type of diet. They are easy to make and you can adjust them to the liking of your guest.


Here are a few ideas. Do not forget the fries!

  • Middle Eastern Chicken Kafta Burgers
  • Best Ever Burger Sauce
  • The Supreme Vegan Black Bean Burger
  • Ultimate Beef Shawarma Sandwich
  • Easy Grilled Chicken Sub Sandwich
  • KFC Copycat Baked Potato Wedges
  • Crispy Air-Fried Sweet Potato Fries

What a Game Changer!

vegan burger recipe
Vegan Burger! Amazing!
Delicious burger for everyone
Oh-So-Good Burger !

Check Out these Recipes for Grill!

Memorial Day recipes must include a grill! You can grill meat, chicken, fish, or even veggies. If you are planning for a grill party in your backyard, at the park, or next to a lake, these recipes are what you are looking for to have the most joyful fulfilling meal.

  • Grilled Lime and Cilantro Shrimp
  • Easy Grilled Chicken Sub Sandwich

Oh-So-Yummy!

Grilled shrimp are the best!
Easy Grilled Chicken Sub Sandwich
Yummy chicken sub sandwiches

Special Dishes You Can Prepare

If you are not a fan of grill, do not worry! There are plenty of entrees that you can prepare. They may include rice, meat, chicken, and/or meat.

These recipes are amazing and easily served. You can prepare some of them a day or two ahead and reheat them before heading to the park.

Rice dishes are easily served with salads and are incredibly satisfying. They are a great choice if you have a large party. Though, it is recommended to prepare some dishes that are served cold.


Some dishes can be turned into sandwiches. Wrap them in plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft. Here are some of my favorite recipes.

  • Best Chicken Gallaba
  • Meat Pies – Lahme Bi Ajeen
  • Mansaf (Lebanese Rice with Meat)
  • Layered Chicken Biryani
  • Easy 15 Minute Sheet Pan Fajitas
  • Beef Steak Fajita Bowl with a Kick

What a Great Variety of Delectable Dishes!

Pieces of meat over rice! Delicious Mansaf!
What a great chicken dish!
Fajitas sandwich is a must!
Cook the chicken gallaba and make sandwiches for everyone!
meat pie recipe
Thin, soft dough topped with seasoned ground meat with veggies bursts with a tangy delicious flavor

Side Dishes Enrich your Table!

While checking the Memorial Day recipes for your menu, spoil your guests with a variety of sides. I think that side dishes are as important as the main ones. From beautiful vibrant fruit salad to delicious grilled veggies, everyone will be satisfied.

Add all the vegetables and fruits you like. Summer veggies and fruits are sweet, healthy, and satisfying. Try different options from the classic salads like fattoush or tabbouleh to more trending salads like pasta and Dijon salad. Your guests will be wowed!

  • Effortless Greek Pasta Salad!
  • Cucumber-Yogurt Mint Garlic Salad
  • BEST Fattoush Salad with Dressing
  • A Worthy Watermelon Burrata Salad
  • Fantastic Kale Dijon Salad
  • Plant-based Chicken Salad with Barbecue Vinaigrette
  • Lebanese Tabouli Salad
  • Sweet Potato Cajun Rice Bowl
  • Satisfying Fruit Salad

Healthy and Delicious

Cucumber Yogurt Salad is so refreshing!
Vibrant Tabbouleh for everyone!
Delicious Cajun Rice!
Fattoush is a medley of colors!
kale-salad-dressing
Kale Salad is so like summer!
A perfect bowl of fruit salad!

These Appetizers Will Stimulate your Appetite!

What is the first thing to eat? It is the appetizer. It will make your guests crave for more delicious food. Let’s not forget that the dips are also a staple for this day.

You may want to dip your fries in the mustard dip for an extra savory flavor. Dip your sandwich in hummus or Guacamole to take it to the next level.


The following recipes will make your table a fancy one!

  • Vegetarian Grape Leaves (Instant Pot)
  • Spicy Potato and Cilantro (Batata Harra)
  • Best Creamy Hummus with Tahini
  • Crispy Air-Fried BBQ Chicken Wings
  • Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip)
  • Best Boiled Artichoke with Honey Mustard Dip
  • Easy Taco Queso Dip-Viral TikTok Dip
  • French Onion Spinach Artichoke Dip
  • Green Chutney Cilantro Mint
  • Homemade Tzatziki Sauce (Greek Yogurt and Cucumber)
  • Easy Fresh Guacamole Recipe

Irresistible Appetizers and Dips! Yummy!

Some Savory Vegetarian Grape Leaves
Hummus is the best side dish with grilled meat!
Oh! Yummy Mohammara!
Tzatziki Dip
The homemade Tzatziki sauce is essential during a hot day!
guac
Guacamole dip is so tasty!

Beverages Are the Best Part!

No food party is perfect without beverages. You can make cocktails, smoothies, or shakes. Use all the summer fruits that you have. What a great way to serve a healthy beverage for your dear ones.

Prepare some extra beverages because your family members will ask for more. Try one or more of these recipes. They worth it!

  • Orange Lemonade Drink
  • Ginger Lemon Immunity Booster Shot
  • Homemade Delicious Creamy Yogurt Kefir
  • Acai Peanut Butter Shake
  • Strawberry Mango Banana Smoothie
  • Dalgona Coffee

Let’s Make this Day Extra Festive!

So healthy! So good!
Dalgona coffee is healing by the end of the day!

Sweet and Tasty Dessert Ideas

And last, it is time for dessert! Could it get any better? These sweet treats are the perfect ones to celebrate summer in glory. The following recipes have sweet, easy-to-make desserts. You will make the summer berries shine!

Indulge your guests. They will keep telling everyone about your cooking and baking skills till the coming Memorial Day!

  • Strawberry Jam Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
  • Strawberry Cheesecake Roll
  • No Bake Nescafe Cake
  • Healthy Oatmeal Date Bars
  • Lebanese Date-Filled Ka’ik (Kaak)
  • Surprise Heart Cupcakes
  • Lebanese Sfouf (Turmeric Cake)
  • Easy One Bowl Banana Cake

Your Taste Buds Will Dance, as Well as your Guests’!

Nescafe Cake! Yummy!
So like summer! Strawberry Jam Baked Brie!

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