If you’re either hosting a Memorial Day Weekend BBQ or attending one. Here is your curated Memorial Day Weekend Menu to make. It’s foolproof and these recipes are ones anyone can make. There is something for everyone here, so feel free to make this whole menu your own or make one dish to bring to a weekend BBQ!
To make everyone’s life a bit easier heading into Memorial Day Weekend, we have laid out some great options for everyone’s tastebuds and for all ages. Kids, adults, everyone will find something they love on this menu.
Don’t forget to print the super cute menu that Jordan designed too down towards the end of the post. S/o to mcjordO for designing this gem!
Memorial Day Weekend Appetizer and Mocktail:
5-minute Black Bean and Corn Salsa – This is a variation of a dish my mom always made growing up. It is the perfect start to any warm weather BBQ! I love it with tortilla chips or some corn chips like the ones in Trader Joe’s.
Strawberry Watermelon Lemonade Refresher – What more needs to be said! I love this mocktail and might be your new summer go-to drink. You can always add your desired liquor if that is what you’re looking for. Some have done vodka, tequila or rum!
Easy Memorial Day Weekend Side Dishes:
Deli-Style Macaroni Salad – This is hands down my husband’s favorite summer side dish. It feels like there isn’t a week that goes by during the summer he isn’t requesting this! It’s on our menu for Sunday’s BBQ at our place.
The Best Grilled Veggie Kabobs – The mix of savory veggies and the sweetness of the pineapple make these grilled veggie kabobs the perfect mix and so easy to make.
Smashed Potato Salad – This is my fun take on the classic potato salad. The crispy smashed potatoes make this a new way to enjoy a classic BBQ favorite.
Memorial Day Weekend Main Courses:
Spatchcock Grilled Whole Chicken – Trust me, once you make chicken this way, you won’t want it any other way. And if I can do it – you can too I promise!
Lobster Cobb Salad – This was my re-creation of a Lobster Cobb Salad that is from Montauk, NY. And it does not disappoint!
Memorial Day Weekend Desserts:
Frozen S’mores – What better way to celebrate the start of summer than a s’more. These frozen s’mores are great because you can prep them ahead of time!
5-minute Vegan Banana Pudding – This childhood favorite of mine is so quick and easy to make and has something for everyone!
Memorial Day Weekend Must-Have’s:
Here are some of the top cooking items we have and use in our kitchen and grill to make these delicious recipes:
Meat Thermometer – I believe you don’t need anything too fancy and this thermometer is great and easy to use.
Fancy Plastic Glassware – I love these plastic glasses for the outdoor summer dinners. We bought these two summers ago and they are still in great shape!
BBQ Skewers – We’re big fans of making kabobs on the grill and these are the best skewers we have found.
Grilling Spatulas – My husband is very particular with his grilling tools and these are his favorite spatulas for the grill.
Charcuterie Board – This is one of my favorite outdoor entertaining sets, it has all you need for the perfect charcuterie!
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