Memorial Day Recipes

These Memorial Day recipes are perfect for celebrating the unofficial start of summer with family and friends. Fire up the grill for juicy burgers and easy cookout mains, then add fresh summer salads, simple summer side dishes, festive red, white, and blue desserts, like this easy berry trifle, and no-bake treats everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a picnic, or gathering around the table for the long weekend, these easy holiday recipes will help make Memorial Day delicious.

Mouthwatering Burgers for the Grill

Memorial Day Recipes

Get the holiday weekend off to a delicious start with these fun and easy Memorial Day recipes. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or hosting a backyard cookout for friends and family, these recipes have you covered — from burgers and salads to dips, desserts, and more.

Easy Summer Salads to Kick Off the Season

Easy Summer Side Dishes

Make your cookout, picnic, or alfresco dinner even more delicious with easy summer side dishes like potato salad, coleslaw, fresh salads, and more.

Memorial Day Desserts

Celebrate the unofficial beginning of summer with fun, festive, and simple Memorial Day desserts — from red, white, and blue cakes to strawberry shortcakes, no-bake treats, cookies, pies, and more. If you’re planning a holiday cookout, picnic, or backyard gathering, these sweet ideas are a delicious way to celebrate the weekend.


Remembering Why They Served

Amid the excitement of the coming summer season, let’s not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day — a day set aside to honor and remember those who served and sacrificed. It is also a day to gather, give thanks, and be reminded of our priceless freedom.


All Memorial Day Recipes