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Our 25 Best Memorial Day Recipes
posted by Stella Drivas on May 22, 2026 It’s Memorial Day weekend, or as most people see it, the unofficial start of summer. Summer is my favorite season, where I get together with family, have a cookout, a cook-in, anything we want. And Memorial Day? It’s family tradition to gather, eat together, and laugh together.
Whilst hot dogs and burgers are staples of the occasion, in my house we flip the script with feisty salads, fun appetizers and no bake desserts. Below you will find a great compilation of some of our favorite recipes for barbecue get-togethers.
Mini Shrimp Tostadas
The ideal party popper no one can or will resist, my Mini Shrimp Tostadas.
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Greek Bouyourdi Dip
A classic baked Greek bouyourdi dip that layers on the cheeses and veggies.
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Korean Cheese Corn
My Korean cheese corn is my go-to appetizer for game night, or really any night. It's that good.
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Whipped Cottage Cheese Pickle Dip
This whipped cottage cheese pickle dip is not only delicious but its also high in protein, low in calories and low in carbs!
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Tomato Peach Avocado Salad
Summer in a bowl: seamless, refreshing and delicious as hell, all in my irresistible tomato peach avocado salad.
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Baked Spanakopita + Artichoke Dip
This Greek twist on the classic Spinach (spanakopita) Artichoke dip is warm, creamy, cheesy and will be your next crowd pleaser!
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Maroulosalata
This traditional Greek maroulosalata lettuce salad is simple to make and delicious to consume. You can pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal!
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Strawberry + Avocado Salad over Whipped White Bean Feta
This fresh and delicious strawberry salad will blow your mind. It is served over a creamy whipped Feta and white bean dip that makes it irresistible!
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Crispy Italiano Pasta Salad
This crispy Italiano pasta salad will change how you cook this summer. One extra step upgrades the entire recipe!
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Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad with Creamy Feta Green Goddess Dressing
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The 1905 Salad (Columbia’s Salad)
My favorite dishes are the no cook kind like this flavor packed 1905 salad.
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Cowboy Caviar Cabbage Slaw
This cowboy caviar cabbage slaw is a delicious and creamy side dish for your next barbecue or just for snacking!
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Lemon Pepper Chicken Souvlakia (Skewers)
These simple to make lemon pepper chicken skewers (souvlakia) are filled with tender meat and tons of flavor.
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15 Minute Smashed Cheeseburger Tacos
These smashed cheeseburger tacos are a delicious, yet lighter version of the classic. You can customize these with any toppings you prefer!
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Easy Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken
The one lemon garlic chicken recipe you will make on repeat. We are adding in parmesan cheese and that extra sauce really makes all the difference!
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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
This Mexican street corn pasta salad takes the vibrant flavors of elote and transforms them into a creamy, irresistible pasta dish. Every bite is a delightful fusion of smoky grilled corn, tangy lime, a hint of chili, and rich creaminess.
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Feta Marinated Chicken Souvlaki
Add more flavor to your chicken skewers with this feta marinated chicken souvlaki.
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Steak Souvlaki Wrap
Deliciously marinated and tender meat in a perfect steak souvlaki wrap with all the best toppings.
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Easy Chicken Gyro Zucchini Roll
This gyro zucchini roll is a fun spin on a gryo. It's low carb but absolutely delivers Greek flavors!
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2 Ingredient Onion Ring Chips (Low Carb)
These low carb onion ring chips are made with only 2 primary ingredients! They're perfect for those onion ring cravings.
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No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake
This peanut butter cheesecake is creamy, delicious and easy to make. It's gluten free and there's no baking required!
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Healthy Chocolate Truffles
These easy to make creamy and delicious but healthy chocolate truffles will have you coming back for more!
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No Bake Almond-Butter Twix Bars
These no bake Twix bars are made with almond butter and dates and rival the store bought version!
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No Bake Healthy Carrot Cake (No Refined Sugar)
This no bake carrot cake is a delicious, good for you treat made healthy, and it all comes together in your food processor!
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