What foods are good for Memorial Day?

There are tons of creative Memorial Day foods like grilled watermelon, lamb burgers, and a potato salad with green goddess dressing. Or, stick to the classics with BBQ sides, like coleslaw, corn on the cob, and plenty of pasta salad ideas. Plus, we’ve included Memorial Day desserts in the mix, too.

How can you celebrate Memorial Day?

Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.

Do people BBQ for Memorial Day?

According to a poll by Rasmussen Reports, 64% of American adults consider Memorial Day the unofficial start of summer, which explains why so many are eager to celebrate the sun and the long weekend with grilling and swimsuits.

What food is good for a BBQ?

Also check out our collection of family barbecue recipes for more ideas.

• Easiest ever pulled pork.
• Lemon & yogurt chicken flatbreads.
• Crispy sweet potatoes with chickpeas & tahini yogurt.
• Swedish meatball burgers.
• Epic summer sharing salad.
• Pineapple & pork skewers.
• BBQ chorizo potato salad.

What are 2 ways to celebrate Memorial Day?

5 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day

• Brush up on American history. If there was a time to do it, it’s now.
• Fly the American Flag. Memorial Day is an excellent time to wave our red, white, and blue!
• Take a moment of silence.
• Donate flowers for soldiers’ graves.
• Volunteer.

What can I grill besides meat?

From savory to sweet, here are 14 foods you should be grilling this summer instead of meat:

• Pizza. PIN IT. Photo by Sophie Maschinot.
• Corn. PIN IT. Photo by Tiare Brown.
• Eggplant. PIN IT. Photo by Sabrina Congel.
• Zucchini. PIN IT. Photo by Sabrina Congel.
• Polenta. PIN IT.
• Avocado. PIN IT.
• Romaine Lettuce. PIN IT.
• Brie. PIN IT.

What can I bring to a party last minute?

9 Last Minute Party Snacks Guaranteed to Save You

• Greek Salad Skewers. It doesn’t get quicker or easier than sticking a skewer through some salad ingredients.
• Bowl O’ Berries.
• Pimp Yo’ Nuts.
• Party Platter.
• Mini Pizza.
• Popcorn.
• Baked Brie.
• Chocolate Bark.