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    Published: May, 2024. Updated: May, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    21 Memorial Day Recipes So Delicious They'll Make Your Cookout Legendary

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    Memorial Day is coming up, have you planned out your menu yet? You want to make delicious dishes that'll keep everyone coming back for seconds. In this collection, we rounded up the best Memorial Day recipes guaranteed to make your cookout a hit. From burgers and sides to scrumptious desserts, these recipes won't disappoint.

    Bacon Blue Cheese Burgers

    Three burgers on a wooden board.
    Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty

    Fire up the grill! This crazy-delicious bacon blue cheese burger is fully loaded with 7 layers of burger must-haves including roasted garlic aioli, bacon jam, and caramelized onions! This is how a burger should be made. Bacon Blue Cheese Burgers Recipe.

    Easy Salmon Burger

    Easy salmon burger with salads and a fork aside on a plate.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday

    These Easy Salmon Burgers are quick to make but make great party fare too. Don’t overlook the recipe for aioli – garlic mayo! Easy Salmon Burgers Recipe.

    4th of July Pie

    4th of July pie on a wire rack with fresh berries.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts

    Celebrate America with this beautiful 4th of July pie! Made with a crunchy and delicious 2 ingredient pie crust and fresh summer berries decoration on top, this versatile pie will be an instant hit at any Independence Day celebration. 4th of July Pie Recipe.

    Crunchy Heirloom Tomato Salad

    Heirloom Tomato Salad with a crunchy topping
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    Heirloom Tomato Salad is a vibrant dish that combines the simple yet robust flavors of summer’s best produce. This recipe incorporates juicy heirloom tomatoes from the local farmers’ market, crisp red onion slices, and crispy toasted Panko breadcrumbs, all tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing and sprinkled with fresh basil leaves. Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe.

    Georgian Shashlik (Pork Skewers)

    Shashlik skewers on a white plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Juicy, flavorful and incredibly delicious Georgian Shashlik or Mtsvadi. Classic recipe that my family has been making for years. Easy and requires just 4 ingredients. Georgian Shashlik Recipe.

    Marinated Mushrooms Pasta Salad

    Marinated Mushroom Pasta Salad With Green Olives close up.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    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. Marinated Mushroom Pasta Salad With Green Olives Recipe.

    Peruvian Grilled Chicken

    Peruvian Grilled Chicken on a platter.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    This recipe for Peruvian Grilled Chicken with Spicy Green Sauce, Sweet Potato Wedges + Avocado Cucumber Salad is exactly what you want to be cooking! Marinated chicken thighs get grilled to perfection and served with a spicy, tangy green sauce, roasted sweet potato wedges and a refreshing avocado cucumber salad. Peruvian Grilled Chicken Recipe.

    Epic Red, White and Blue Charcuterie Board

    4th of July charcuterie board.
    Photo credit: Food Plus Words

    This charcuterie has so many options, arranged in a pleasing red, white and blue spread. Offer this at your party so everyone can grab a combination they love. Epic Red, White and Blue Charcuterie Board.

    Cucumber Red Onion Salad

    Red onion and cucumber salad, up-close photo.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This cucumber red onion salad is a refreshing, perfect side dish that takes only 5 minutes to make. With its homemade Italian dressing, it's a quick and easy salad recipe that only requires 5 ingredients! Cucumber Red Onion Salad Recipe.

    Juicy Black Bean Burger

    Black Bean Burger close up.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Are you ready for the best black bean burger recipe out there? This easy and delicious veggie mushroom burger is healthy and bursting with flavor. And the best part is, it takes just 30 minutes to make it from start to finish! This burger recipe is so good that you will never miss the meat. Juicy Black Bean Burger Recipe.

    Crostini With Brie And Blueberry Lemon Fruit Spread

    Crostini with Brie and Fruit Spread and a spoon aside.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    A combination of savory and tangy Brie cheese with a sweet fruit spread creates a mouthwatering appetizer that everyone will love. Crostini With Brie And Blueberry Lemon Fruit Spread.

    Blueberry Lemonade Popsicles

    Blueberry lemonade popsicles.
    Photo credit: xoxo Bella

    All you need for this blueberry popsicle recipe is five ingredients and this refreshing summer treat really is easy to make. This citrus and blueberry flavoured popsicle is just what you need if you are looking for a blueberry popsicle without yogurt. Blueberry Lemonade Popsicles

    Creamy Potato Salad

    Potato salad in a glass bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    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. Creamy Potato Salad Recipe.

    Blueberry Clafoutis

    Blueberry Clafoutis on a baking dish.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Blueberry Clafoutis is a fast dessert that is easy on the eyes and chock-full of fresh blueberries. Blueberry Clafoutis Recipe.

    Greek Roasted Potatoes

    Lemon potatoes on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Greek Roasted Potatoes (Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes) is the perfect side dish packed with delicious lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. This recipe showcases the perfect combination of crispy exteriors and tender interiors, resulting in potatoes that are bursting with flavor. What's best is that they're super easy to make, and you don't even need to boil the potatoes! Greek Roasted Potatoes Recipe.

    Turkish Muhammara Dip

    Turkish Bell Pepper Dip with Walnuts in a small bowl and tortilla chips around it.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Turkish Muhammara Dip is made with juicy bell peppers, walnuts and spices. It is so easy to make and is sure to become your favorite appetizer for a crowd. Turkish Muhammara Dip Recipe.

    BBQ Shrimp Skewers

    BBQ Shrimp Skewers close up.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa

    These delicious BBQ shrimp skewers are bursting with flavor! Made with plump, juicy shrimp and my spicy homemade barbecue sauce, they're perfect for throwing together quick, healthy dinners all summer long. BBQ Shrimp Skewers Recipe.

    Napa Cabbage Slaw

    Healthy Napa Cabbage Salad close up.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Napa cabbage salad is a perfect blend of crisp, refreshing veggies and a zesty dressing. It's a quick 5-ingredient side dish that's low on effort but big on flavor. Napa Cabbage Slaw Recipe.

    Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes

    Smashed potatoes on a baking sheet.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    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. Smashed Potatoes Recipe.

    Portobello Mushroom Burger

    Vegan Portobello Mushroom Burger on a parchment. From above view.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants

    This portobello mushroom burger is piquant and scrumptious at the same time. Grilled portobello mushroom caps are seasoned with a fajita spice mix, then layered among guacamole, salsa, vegan nacho cheese sauce, and spicy fajita veggies. Portobello Mushroom Burger Recipe.

    Armenian Ground Chicken Skewers

    Lula kebab on a grill.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    I have no doubt, you will quickly become a fan of this juicy and tender Lula Kebab. The recipe is easy to make and uses just 6 ingredients not counting salt and pepper. Great for summer grilling and picky eaters approved. You can also prepare this in the oven, see my tips below. Ground Chicken Skewers Recipe.

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    Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
    Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.

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