Memorial Day Recipes

Cookouts can be tough to navigate when you're trying to eat clean, so check out these Memorial Day Recipes for a healthy holiday.

Whether you're staying home and enjoying the day with family or headed off to a big cookout, we've got you covered. From mains to side dishes to desserts, we have everything you could possible need for a delicious and healthy Memorial Day potluck.

Why You'll Love these Memorial Day Recipes

Perfect for Grilling and Outdoor Gatherings: Enjoy fresh, flavorful dishes that are great for cookouts and picnics.
Light Yet Satisfying: Indulge in classic summer flavors without feeling weighed down.
Made with Fresh, Seasonal Ingredients: Featuring summer staples like juicy berries, crisp veggies, and lean proteins.
Easy to Make and Serve: Simple recipes that are great for feeding a crowd.
Better-for-You Versions of Cookout Favorites: Enjoy burgers, salads, and desserts with a healthy twist.
Great for a Variety of Diets: Includes options for gluten-free, keto, paleo, and vegetarian lifestyles.
Refreshing and Hydrating: From crisp salads to fruity drinks, these recipes will keep you cool all day long.

1

Lemon Butter Shrimp Skewers

Lemon Butter Shrimp Skewers are a delectable dinner or cookout dish that feature large shrimp kabobs marinated in a delicious lemony, garlicy blend.

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2

Summer Salsa

A deliciously satisfying Summer Salsa, made with tomatoes, mango, corn and black beans. Perfect with tortilla chips or as a complement to everything else.

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3

Loaded Sweet Corn Salad

This Loaded Fresh Sweet Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser if you ever saw one - a quick and simple throw-together recipe you'll fall in love with after the first bite.

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4

Raspberry Popsicles

Raspberry Popsicles need only 3 ingredients and a blender to create the perfect cold and sweet treat this summer.

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5

Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

Pineapple Chicken Kabobs will bring an explosion of unique flavors to your next summer dinner or cookout. This plays a delicious spin on your traditional kabobs. These kabobs feature red onions, pineapple chunks, green peppers, and tasty marinated chicken.

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6

Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad

A quick and easy Avocado Tomato Cucumber salad that will go with any meal. Simple ingredients, packed with flavor.

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7

Apple Coleslaw

This is a delicious and easy recipe for Apple Coleslaw that pairs well with tacos and even served on its own as a side dish.

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8

Guacamole Bites

Bursting with fresh flavors, these Guacamole Bites feature ripe tomatoes filled with creamy guacamole that are as healthy as they are tasty!

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9

Chimichurri Steak

This is an easy recipe for Chimichurri Steak. A simple steak topped with a delicious Chimichurri Sauce. Only 6 ingredients and 15 minutes in total.

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10

Mushroom Burger

Mushroom Burgers are a savory and easy dinner option that is great for cookouts or any time you need a quick and reliable dinner. With tender portobello mushrooms and swiss cheese topping juicy burger patties, this swiss mushroom burger is a great choice!

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11

Cajun Deviled Eggs

Cajun Deviled Eggs, a twist on the classic recipe that contains smoked andouille sausage & sauerkraut. 

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12

No Bake Mini Cheesecakes

This is an easy recipe for No Bake Mini Cheesecakes. Only 7 simple ingredients and 15 minutes needed to prepare this delicious Low Carb dessert.

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13

Sour Cream Potato Salad

Sour Cream Potato Salad features a few simple ingredients, russet potatoes, sour cream, green onions, and celery just to name a few. It is a great salad for summer cookouts where you do not want to have too heavy of a side dish.

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14

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

This Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is an excellent summer dessert that the whole family will love. With the distinct taste of fresh strawberries and rhubarb, this is perfect for an after-dinner summer treat or to bring to your next summer cookout! 

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15

Italian Chopped Salad

Italian Chopped Salad is an easy salad recipe that has a large variety of zesty flavors and colors. Not only does this salad have all your favorite things you find in antipasto italian salad, it features a delicious extra-virgin olive oil based italian dressing.

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More Favorite Recipes:

• Stuffed Bell Peppers Without Rice
• Green Bean Casserole
• Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken & Asparagus

Did You Make One Of These Healthy Memorial Day Recipes?

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