25 Memorial Day Dishes That Guarantee "Can I Get This Recipe?"

Forget searching high and low for recipes - we've got 25 amazing ideas that are perfect for a backyard bash. These aren't just your average burgers and hot dogs (although those are great too!). We're talking about flavorful sides, vibrant salads, and dishes that are so good, people will be begging you to share the recipe.

So fire up the grill, dust off your favorite platter, and get ready to be the star of the Memorial Day cookout!

Foil Packet Grilled Potatoes

These Foil Packet Grilled Potatoes are all spiced up with roasted garlic and herbs of your choice! Easy, delicious summer side dish with zero cleanup! Get the recipe.

Pub Cheese Burger

Pub Cheese Burger is a unique open-face burger. Parmesan grilled sourdough bread topped with a charred hamburger patty, pub cheese, and golden grilled onions. One of my all-time favorite ways to eat a burger. This one needs a fork and knife. Get the recipe.

Dill Mushrooms Pasta Salad

Easy and fun Marinated Mushroom Pasta Salad with Green Olives is perfect for picnics or potlucks. Mushrooms make this pasta salad hearty and rich. They also stand up to the bold flavors of the dressing. Be sure to slice the mushrooms thin to make sure they absorb plenty of flavor from the marinade. Get the recipe.

Best Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe

Trust me when I say, this is the BEST smoked salmon dip recipe! One bite and I’m sure you’ll understand. Creamy and bright cream cheese is whipped together (you should also try my whipped lemon feta dip!) and then combined with fresh dill, red onion, and plenty of smoked salmon for a dip that tastes bright and flavorful. Get the recipe.

Greek Lemon Potatoes

These Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes are fully loaded with lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. Plus, they couldn’t be easier to make! No boiling is needed. Try this simple side dish the next time you’re craving something fresh, unique, and flavorful. Get the recipe.

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

This oven baked chicken thighs recipe is a go-to one-pot recipe for busy weeknights that has a prep time of 5 minutes. It's a truly easy, family-friendly dish that delivers the juiciest chicken thighs straight from your oven. Get the recipe.

The Best Potato Salad

This Healthy Potato Salad with cucumber and tomato in a garlicky yogurt sauce is all you need for summer picnics or BBQs. This simple salad is so easy to make and it's creamy and delicious. Get the recipe.

Pizza Sliders

Pizza sliders pair Italian flavors with Hawaiian sweet rolls and a garlic butter topping. Spoil your loved ones with this amazing comfort food! Get the recipe.

Korean Corn Dogs

Get ready for a taste adventure with Korean Corn Dogs, a delicious and creative spin on the classic corn dog that's taking the world by storm.

These scrumptious snacks combine a crispy, golden batter with a mouthwatering blend of hot dogs, cheese, and a variety of toppings for an unforgettable eating experience. Get the recipe.

Grilled Sweetcorn

Grillled sweetcorn is one of those classics that go hand in hand with traditional BBQ recipes. Especially, if you’ve got impatient kids waiting by the grill. Grilled sweetcorn is a must have for children, plus it’s healthy too! Get the recipe.

Roasted Smashed Potatoes

So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Get the recipe.

Smoky Grilled Lamb Kebabs

These smoky grilled lamb kebabs with dried apricots are a great way to enjoy American spring lamb. Special enough to serve for Easter, easy enough to grill up on a weeknight! Get the recipe.

Chickpea Caesar's Salad

This easy Caesar Salad is so good, you'll never go back to the original. Even omnivores will never know there’re no anchovies or cheese in the dressing. Get the recipe.

Muffaletta Sandwich

A well-made muffaletta sandwich with olive spread, deli meats and cheese is one of life’s culinary delights! It’s easy to make a muffaletta recipe yourself at home and it’s hard to beat this classic New Orleans sandwich. This show-stopping sandwich is guaranteed to satisfy even the heartiest appetite. Get the recipe.

Spicy Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Spicy Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are a fun variation on the traditional that has a nice sweet and spicy kick and it’s so delicious. Get the recipe.

Creamy Avocado Dip

This magical Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce is finger-licking delicious. It takes just 5 minutes to make in a blender and is perfect on tacos, burgers, salads, or just as a side with chips and vegetables. Get the recipe.

Smoked Tomahawk Steaks

Any beef lover is going to love smoked tomahawk steaks. Rich, meaty and delicious, this reverse seared cowboy steak recipe is perfect for any kind of special occasion. All you need to make this smoked beef recipe is a bone-in ribeye steak (also known as a tomahawk), some seasonings and your Traeger grill or pellet smoker. Get the recipe.

Grilled Corn Salad with Parmesan & Parsley

This warm Grilled Corn Salad with Parmesan & Parsley is easy to make but the result is truly elegant. Get the recipe.

Lemon Roasted Chicken

One of the easiest recipes in Mediterranean cuisine... Chicken Riganati, or Greek Lemon Roasted Chicken, is juicy and tender and requires just a handful of ingredients. Prepare it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. You'll love the lemon and oregano flavor of the dish and the easiness of putting it together. Get the recipe.

Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Dill Pickle Potato Salad! A fun-twist on traditional potato salad! Tangy dill pickle potato salad that’s perfect for your next picnic, potluck or cookout. Get the recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Wings

Everyone loves these Buffalo Wings! This grilled chicken wing recipe is just what you want on hand for game days or parties with friends and family. Get the recipe.

Tomato Salad with Garlicky Crunch

Simple but so delicious Heirloom Tomato Salad made with fresh heirloom tomatoes and addictive crunchy topping! Super easy and healthy summer side dish that goes with everything! You'll be hooked! Get the recipe.

Grilled Halloumi Cheese

This grilled halloumi cheese recipe will show you exactly how to grill halloumi perfectly for the best texture and flavor. And if you’re used to having plain grilled halloumi, this recipe will show you how marinated halloumi can be so much better! It’s savory, sweet, and slightly spicy for the best combination! Get the recipe.

Napa Cabbage Slaw

This Healthy Napa Cabbage Salad aka Slaw is a quick 5 -ingredient side dish recipe that is great to take on a picnic or serve alongside tacos or other mains. It's simple and so delicious. Get the recipe.

Grilled Panzanella Salad

The perfect potluck salad for summer. Grilled Panzanella Salad with zucchini, eggplant, squash, tomatoes, sourdough bread and a tangy basil dressing. Get the recipe.