18 Memorial Day Must Have Recipes

Memorial Day weekend is only a couple of days away! It’s this coming weekend….8 days to be exact!! Have you guys thought about your menu for Memorial Day? Are you going to BBQ? Are you going to smoke your favorite cut of meat (I am!)?  Are you going to attend a cookout or a party and you need to bring a dish? Well, don’t worry…I’ve planned ahead for us all!

Guys…I have 18 mouthwatering recipes right here for your Memorial Day Weekend celebrations regardless of what your plans are! I feel like this is my own virtual potluck…everyone contributed and brought their dish so we shall all get to partake! So, let us get started!

1. Grilled Corn with Fresh Lime and Cotija Cheese

You just can’t have a BBQ without corn on the cob. But this corn on the cob is special because it’s full of seasoning, fresh lime and Cotija cheese! It’s a crowd favorite! This recipe is mine here at Recipes Worth Repeating. I’m telling you…super easy and crazy delish. Check it out here: Grilled Corn with Fresh Lime and Cotija Cheese

2. CRÉME FRAÎCHE POTATO SALAD RECIPE

Potato salad is a must for Memorial Day! This one comes from Bessie Bakes. Make sure you use red potatoes for this recipe and leave the skins on. That’s where are the nutrition lives anyway! I guarantee you will love this one! The flavor is out of this world! For this recipe, click here: CRÉME FRAÎCHE POTATO SALAD RECIPE

3. Memphis-Style Barbecue Pork Ribs

I am SO in love with this recipe! I’m from Tennessee so I KNOW how good these ribs are! Plus, it’s Jessica Gavin’s recipe. Have you met Jessica Gavin yet? You must check out her site for her recipes. Amazing talent. For this recipe, click here: Memphis-Style Barbecue Pork Ribs

4. Coleslaw

Another holiday classic! Coleslaw is a must have side dish for BBQ on Memorial Day! This version is super healthy, too! Check this one out here: Coleslaw

 

5. Watermelon & Blackberry Fruit Salad

Nothing screams the beginning of summer like watermelon and blackberries! This one comes from Cooking With Janica, by Jessica Pinney. It’s crazy easy, refreshing and look at it….it’s absolutely gorgeous! Get the recipe here: Watermelon & Blackberry Fruit Salad

 

6. Cheesecake Ice Cream With Cherry & Blueberry Compote

I’m just not sure I should say a word about this one because the picture speaks for itself. Amazing. Delicious. Mouthwatering. Scrumptious! This one comes from Eileen over at Baking Sense. She’s simply amazing and you MUST check out this recipe. I mean seriously….who would not want to make this for their Memorial Day party! Get the recipe here: Cheesecake Ice Cream With Cherry & Blueberry Compote

 

7. Mac N Cheese Bites

For the love of Macaroni and Cheese! It’s just one of those foods that everyone loves. This super creative recipe comes from Holly over at Taste And See. This recipe is so much fun and everyone will love these Mac N Cheese Bites! Get the recipe here: Mac N Cheese Bites

8. “Secret Sauce” BBQ Baked Beans

These beans are fabulous! They are homemade and if you really want to impress your guest this Memorial Day, this one is a must try! Another from Holly over at Taste and See. Get the recipe here: “Secret Sauce” BBQ Baked Beans

9. Apple and Berry Chopped Kale Salad with Citrus Basil Vinaigrette

Everyone loves a good salad with their BBQ and this one is a sure winner! The combination of fresh strawberries, blueberries and Granny Smith apples mixed with fresh chopped kale, broccoli florets, cilantro and mint taste amazing and is so refreshing! Top it off with the citrus basil vinaigrette dressing and this will become your new favorite go-to salad! Check out the recipe here: Apple and Berry Chopped Kale Salad with Citrus Basil Vinaigrette

10. Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins

I’ve had the honor of tasting these Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins first hand because Jillian and I work together!  Ya’ll, I make these all the time! Check Jillian out over at Simple Sassy Scrumptious. Click here for this recipe: Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins

11. Shrimp Boil in Foil

Ok, this one not only look divine, but I love the name!! Perfect description. I need not say more! Go check this one out from Tasteful Venture. For this recipe, click here: Shrimp Boil in Foil

12. Patriotic Tartlets

These pretty things make me smile! They look so enticing and they are so patriotic!! This recipe comes from Jars of Lemons. For this recipe, go here: Patriotic Tartlets

13. Summer Pasta Salad With Grilled Corn and Tomatoes

YUM! Summer Pasta Salad! This dish needs to be at every BBQ! This recipe comes to you from Jessica N Wood. Get this recipe here: Summer Pasta Salad With Grilled Corn and Tomatoes

14. Pesto Portabello Burgers

Most people grill burgers on long weekends and this is that perfect burger A Couple of Cooks put this fabulous recipe together! To get the recipe, click here: Pesto Portabello Burgers

15. Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Pork Skewers

I’ve never had a skewer I didn’t love and this one is no different! Sweet and spicy all in one bite! Check out these skewers from KIMCHICHICK. For this recipe, click here: Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Pork Skewers

16. BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders

Need an alternative to a hamburger this Memorial Day weekend? Try this one out from Free Your Fork. For this fabulous recipe, click here: BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders

17. Herbed Skirt Steak

You don’t have to buy a fancy cut of meat for your BBQ! Sometimes simple is better! This Herbed Skirt Steak recipe is so easy and tastes so amazing! Seasonal Cravings put this one together! Check this one out here: Herbed Skirt Steak

18. Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes

End your Memorial Weekend off with a taste of summer! These Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes remind me so much of my favorite childhood ice cream.  I’ve made these many times and they turn out wonderful! Such a fun summer taste! Another one from Flour Arrangements, get this recipe here: Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes

And there you have it! 18 amazing recipes to make for this fantastic Memorial Day Holiday! Don’t forget to post this on your favorite HOLIDAY board on Pinterest!

Special note on this post…not all of these recipes featured are Gluten Free. A lot of them are, but make sure that if you are on a Gluten Free diet that you read the ingredients for each recipe.