Red, White, and BBQ 44 Memorial Day Recipes to Kickstart the Summer

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Find the best Memorial Day recipes to kickstart your summer with a bang! Try everything from juicy stuffed burgers and refreshing pasta salad to bbq grilled chicken. Don’t forget to try our delicious mojitos and decadent peanut butter pie at your holiday get togethers!

1. Strawberry Paloma

Two glasses of strawberry cocktail with lemon slice.
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Strawberry Paloma is a twist on the traditional paloma. It’s full of fresh strawberries, honey, ginger beer, grapefruit soda, and tequila.

See the Recipe: Strawberry Paloma.

2. Slow Cooker Baked Beans

Large white bowl filled with slow cooker baked beans.
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These Crock Pot Baked Beans are made with beans infused with flavor from bacon, onion, and pepper and smothered in a sweet and tangy sauce.

See the Recipe: Slow Cooker Baked Beans.

3. Pesto Pasta Salad

Top down view of pasta salad in a large serving dish with serving spoon.
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Pesto Pasta Salad is an dish with rotini pasta, mozzarella pearls, olives, and cherry tomatoes, all mixed together with some fresh basil pesto. It’s a simple side that’s perfect for a casual picnic or potluck.

See the Recipe: Pesto Pasta Salad.

4. Strawberry Cobbler

Top down view of strawberry cobbler with ice cream.
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This Fresh Strawberry Cobbler recipe is simple to follow and only requires a few basic ingredients. It’s made with sweet strawberries baked in a soft, fluffy, buttery dough.

See the Recipe: Strawberry Cobbler.

5. Sirloin Steak

Sliced sirloin steak with a baked potato with butter.
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Our Sirloin Steak is flavorful steak that’s marinated in a red wine vinegar and garlic marinade then cooked in butter. The result is garlicky, buttery, tender steak every time!

See the Recipe: Sirloin Steak.

6. Fizzy Bubbly Orange Drink

Fizzy orange drinks next to fresh oranges.
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A fun and fizzy orange drink that your whole family can enjoy! All you need are two ingredients to create this bubbly kid-friendly orange soda.

See the Recipe: Fizzy Bubbly Orange Drink.

7. Dill Pickle Dip

Dill pickle dip in a purple bowl.
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A creamy, crunchy dill pickle dip made with four ingredients that’s ready in minutes! Serve it with pretzel chips, veggies, or anything you desire.

See the Recipe: Dill Pickle Dip.

8. Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

Frozen pie on a white plate.
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This easy Frozen Peanut Butter Pie is made with simple ingredients and can be assembled in just 10 minutes or less. A great no-bake dessert that’s perfect for summertime or any peanut butter lover!

See the Recipe: Frozen Peanut Butter Pie.

9. Juicy Lucy Burgers

Juicy lucy burgers in a stack.
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A Juicy Lucy burger is made with cheese stuffed inside the patty rather than on top. This gives the burger a delicious, juicy flavor that will amaze your taste buds.

See the Recipe: Juicy Lucy Burgers.

10. Baseball Snack Board

Baseball snack platter with popcorn.
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Celebrate the baseball season, a themed birthday party, or even after a school win with this Baseball Snack Board!

See the Recipe: Baseball Snack Board.

11. Fried Okra

Fried okra piled on a plate.
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This Breaded Fried Okra is made with fresh okra pods dipped in a mixture of buttermilk and savory spices, then coated in a light breading and fried to perfection. 

See the Recipe: Fried Okra.

12. Raspberry Italian Soda

Two glasses of raspberry italian soda with pink straws.
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A brisk and refreshing raspberry flavored Italian soda. Craving a cream soda, we got you covered. Nothing quenches your thirst better than a bubbly drink!

See the Recipe: Raspberry Italian Soda.

13. Alabama Fire Crackers

Seasoned fire crackers in a square dish.
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This Alabama Firecracker Recipe is the perfect afternoon snack! Classic saltines are amped up with a burst of ranch flavor, savory garlic, and spicy red pepper flakes to fire these crackers up.

See the Recipe: Alabama Fire Crackers.

14. Grilled Shrimp

An aerial photo of the finished grilled shrimp on skewers, served over rice, on a rectangular white plate.
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A fast and easy grilled shrimp appetizer that mixes savory seafood seasoning with tart and tangy key lime dipping sauce. It’s sure to be a BBQ favorite!

See the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp.

15. Instant Pot Potato Salad

Potato salad in a stack of white bowls.
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Instant Pot Potato Salad makes an easy side dish for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It’s full of all the classic ingredients like potatoes, eggs, onions, and a savory mayonnaise dressing only it’s prepared in less time.

See the Recipe: Instant Pot Potato Salad.

16. Fresh Strawberry Pie

The strawberry pie topped with whipped cream on a plate.
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Our fresh strawberry pie recipe features slightly sweetened, plump strawberries topped with whipped cream. Strawberry season can’t get here fast enough!

See the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pie.

17. Cherry Limeade Recipe

Cherry limeade in glass mugs.
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Need a fruity, refreshing drink to ward off the warm temperatures? Then try our easy cherry limeade recipe. It’s sweet, tart, bubbly, and so delicious!

See the Recipe: Cherry Limeade Recipe.

18. Hot Crab Dip

Cheesy crab dip in a white bowl.
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This creamy dip features jumbo lump crab meat with a special blend of seasonings. It’s a hot crab dip infused with the flavors of Southwest Florida!

See the Recipe: Hot Crab Dip.

19. Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Top down view of crockpot country style ribs in a dish.
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs are boneless pork ribs smothered in a flavorful dry rub and cooked low and slow in the crock pot until they’re perfectly tender.

See the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs.

20. Green Pea Salad

The pea salad served in a large bowl with a wooden spoon.
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A tasty but simple green pea salad with bacon, and a mayonnaise and vinegar based dressing. It’s the best salad for your next grilling get together!

See the Recipe: Green Pea Salad.

21. Blackberry Cobbler

Top down view of blackberry cobbler in a pan.
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Our Blackberry Cobbler has juicy, tangy blackberries surrounded by a sweet golden brown crust.

See the Recipe: Blackberry Cobbler.

22. Margarita on the Rocks

Margarita on the rocks with lime.
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Perfectly balanced, made from scratch, and simple to prepare! Our classic margarita on the rocks takes less than 5 minutes make. So, grab the tequila and triple sec and let’s make cocktails!

See the Recipe: Margarita on the Rocks.

23. Serrano Salsa

Top down view of serrano salsa next to chips.
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Our Serrano Salsa has the perfect blend of rich tomato, cumin, garlic, cilantro, and onion flavors giving it a restaurant-quality taste you’re sure to love.

See the Recipe: Serrano Salsa.

24. Italian Sausage Sandwiches

Italian sausage sandwiches with cheese.
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Italian Sausage Sandwiches are great for a backyard grill session or for dinner with friends! These sandwiches are a must for summer.

See the Recipe: Italian Sausage Sandwiches.

25. Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Bowl of pasta salad with chicken.
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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad pairs two classic dishes and only takes about 20 minutes to prepare.

See the Recipe: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad.

26. Mississippi Mud Cake

Bite taken out of a chocolate cake with marshmallows.
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Warm chocolate cake, sweet and gooey marshmallows, and homemade fudge icing poured over top… this Mississippi Mud Cake is a lesson in decadence!

See the Recipe: Mississippi Mud Cake.

27. Malibu Sunset

Two glasses of malibu sunset with cherries.
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Try the tropical flavor of our Malibu Sunset cocktail! Crafted with a classic blend of orange and pineapple juices, coconut rum, and just a hint of grenadine.

See the Recipe: Malibu Sunset.

28. Classic Bruschetta

Classic bruschetta on toasted baguette.
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Classic Bruschetta with Parmesan Cheese is an easy bruschetta recipe that combines tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, and olive oil topped off with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese for a vibrant flavor experience.

See the Recipe: Classic Bruschetta.

29. Grilled Mahi Mahi

Pieces of grilled mahi mahi on a plate.
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This easy recipe for Grilled Mahi Mahi shows you exactly how to grill Mahi Mahi using a griddle pan or outdoor grill. Serve grilled mahi-mahi in tacos or burritos, or as the main protein along with your favorite side dishes. 

See the Recipe: Grilled Mahi Mahi.

30. Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Top down view mexican street corn pasta salad in a serving bowl.
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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad takes traditional pasta salad and adds in the unique flavors of Mexican street corn (elote). Packed with roasted corn, spicy jalapenos, savory red onion, a bust of lime juice, and tangy queso fresco, all tossed together with elbow macaroni and a creamy sour cream sauce. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or family get togethers.

See the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad.

31. Meatball Sandwich

Meatball sub cut in half next to potato chips.
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These classic Meatball Subs are the perfect quick and easy weeknight meal. They’re made with buttery sub rolls piled with tender meatballs, marinara, and ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese. 

See the Recipe: Meatball Sandwiches.

32. Jalapeño Bacon Mac and Cheese

Bowl of spicy mac and cheese.
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Jalapeño Bacon Mac and Cheese has all the flavors of your favorite jalapeno poppers but in a creamy, cheesy pasta. Spicy jalapeños, smoky bacon, and crunchy breadcrumbs take regular macaroni and cheese to the next level!

See the Recipe: Jalapeño Bacon Mac and Cheese.

33. Sausage Foil Packets

Sausage, potato, and carrots foil packet on a plate.
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This Sausage Foil Packets recipe is perfect for anyone looking for easy weeknight recipe that can feed one person or a crowd. Also great for meal-prepping to make dinners and lunches easy!

See the Recipe: Sausage Foil Packets.

34. Corn on the Cob

Four pieces of grilled corn on the cob on a plate.
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Our seasoned grilled corn on the cob in foil recipe features sweet yellow corn seasoned with butter and spices and grilled to perfection!

See the Recipe: Corn on the Cob.

35. Strawberry Mojito

Side view of a strawberry mojito on a wooden board.
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Fresh Strawberry Mojito Cocktails are the quintessential drink for spring and summer! Zesty, minty, sweet, and fruity this drink packs a refreshing punch.

See the Recipe: Strawberry Mojito.

36. Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

White bowl filled with dill pickle salad.
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Zingy, tart, creamy and chock full of dill pickle flavor, this Dill Pickle Pasta Salad makes the perfect potluck side dish.

See the Recipe: Dill Pickle Pasta Salad.

37. Corn and Black Bean Salsa

A bowl filled with corn and black bean salsa garnished with limes.
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A flavorful corn and black bean salsa made with fresh ingredients including cilantro, jalapenos, queso fresco, red onion, and tomatoes.

See the Recipe: Corn and Black Bean Salsa.

38. Grilled Chicken Breasts

Grilled chicken with bbq sauce next to cauliflower.
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Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts is an easy 4 ingredient recipe that is on the table in less than an hour. Best of all, you can make it using your favorite barbecue sauce.

See the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Breasts.

39. Vodka Party Punch

Glass mugs of vodka punch.
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Our tropical vodka punch is a simple 5-ingredient vodka and rum drink that takes minutes to prepare. Making it the perfect party punch for a crowd!

See the Recipe: Vodka Party Punch.

40. Ham Hock and Beans

Side view of a bowl of beans.
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Our ham hock and beans recipe combines the flavors of canned pinto beans, smoked ham hock, bay leaves, onion, and garlic resulting in a hearty meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish.

See the Recipe: Ham Hock and Beans.

41. Stuffed Burgers

Stuffed burger topped with lettuce, tomato and cheese.
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Stuffed Burgers are seasoned hamburger patties with melted cheese oozing from the center. They make the ultimate stuffed cheeseburger meal.

See the Recipe: Stuffed Burgers.

42. Pink Lemonade Pie

Slice of frozen pie on a plate.
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This deliciously sweet Frozen Pink Lemonade Pie is made with simple ingredients and little prep time. A great way to cool off in the summertime with an easy no-bake dessert!

See the Recipe: Pink Lemonade Pie.

43. Southern Cornbread

Three pieces piled on a stack of plates.
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This Southern cornbread batter is mixed together in just one bowl before being popped in the oven and baked to buttery golden perfection.

See the Recipe: Southern Cornbread.

44. Blue Hawaiian

Blue cocktail with pineapple and cherries.
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With just 5 minutes, pineapple juice, coconut rum, Blue Curaçao, and optional cream of coconut, you can make a Blue Hawaiian Cocktail that will transport you to sunshine and sandy beaches.

See the Recipe: Blue Hawaiian.

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  1. Ooohh, these all look absolutely fabulous! I can’t wait for life to go back to normal so we can all get together and enjoy a picnic table full of gorgeous spreads like this.

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    1. Thank you, Michelle! I know what you mean. Hopefully, we’ll be grilling sometime in the future. Thank you again for commenting and have a lovely day 🙂

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