Step up your Labor Day feast with these 15 new and delicious recipes that go beyond the usual hot dogs and BBQ ribs. From flavorful mains to irresistible desserts, this lineup will add a spark to your holiday celebration.
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.
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, clean and doesn't contain mayo. Get the recipe.
Black Bean Mushroom Burger
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. Get the recipe.
Asian-Inspired Slaw
This Asian inspired slaw has a sauce based on toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce and has a tiny bit of heat from chili oil. To make things super simple, we started with a 12-ounce bag of slaw mix, which should be a combination of shredded cabbage and carrot. Get the recipe.
Ultimate Mushroom Pasta Salad With Olives
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.
Apple Sponge Cake
Super delicious and moist Apple Sponge Cake, also called Russian Sharlotka will become your new favorite apple dessert. It's so easy to make, topped with a sweet and crispy almond layer which literally melts in your mouth. Give this decadent fall treat a try and it won't disappoint! Get the recipe.
Dandelion Greens Couscous Salad
Dandelion Greens Salad With Couscous is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be served as a side meal or hearty main dish. It's easy to make, healthy and yummy. Get the recipe.
Perfect French Dacquoise Cake
Dacquoise is a classic French dessert that features super delicate layers of almond meringue, filled with mascarpone whipped cream, and fresh berries. It looks stunning and is a great sophisticated dessert without all the hassle, and my recipe is an incredibly easy one that even first-time bakers can try. Get the recipe.
Crispy Apple Pie Egg Rolls
These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are crispy on the outside with a tangy and moderately sweet green apple filling. They make a great choice for breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe.
Lula-Kebab (Ground Chicken Skewers)
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. Get the recipe.
Baked Smashed Potatoes With Garlic And Dill
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.
Creamy Cauliflower Salad
Vibrant, healthy, and delicious Creamy Cauliflower Salad With Cucumber And Corn is going to be on repeat this summer. So easy to make. You'll love the creamy and herby sauce. The best part - it's mayo and oil-free. Get the recipe.
Spicy Korean Style Carrot Salad
Crunchy and Spicy Korean Carrots Salad will win people over at potlucks, picnics, and as a unique side dish in any home. Made with fresh carrots, coriander, garlic, and oil, these Korean-style marinated carrots are easy, quick and always delicious! Ready in 20 minutes. Get the recipe.
Portuguese Style Chicken Salad With Peaches
The combination of spices that I used for marinating chicken is very typical for Portuguese cooking. This spice blend made chicken thighs very aromatic. Grilled peaches added an extra juiciness to the dish and abundance of veggies made the whole salad a super healthy recipe for summer. Get the recipe.
Georgian Pork Skewers (Shashlik)
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. Get the recipe.
Heirloom Tomato Salad With A Crunch
Vibrant, healthy, and delicious Creamy Cauliflower Salad With Cucumber And Corn is going to be on repeat this summer. So easy to make. You'll love the creamy and herby sauce. The best part - it's mayo and oil-free. Get the recipe.
Julia Child's Blueberry Clafoutis
Blueberry Clafoutis is a fast dessert that is easy on the eyes and chock-full of fresh blueberries. Get the recipe.
Watermelon Cake
This watermelon cake recipe is simple to make but makes an impression with its beautiful presentation. Get the 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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