Grill and thrill: 37 Memorial Day BBQ recipes

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Memorial Day is almost here, and that means it’s time to fire up the grill! From juicy burgers bursting with flavor to creamy potato salad, our Memorial Day BBQ recipes will have your friends and family begging for seconds.

Carne asada on a blue plate surrounded by cilantro, halved oranges, limes, and beer.
Carne Asada. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Grilled, sliced chicken on a white plate with cilantro crema.
Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This juicy, tender grilled chicken with tangy, creamy cilantro crema is a perfect summer meal! Just marinate the night before and get ready for to have your taste buds dance.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon

Warm german potato salad in a white dish beside a bunch of dill.
Warm German Potato Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Perfect for parties, this potato salad has warm, delicious potatoes, crisp bacon, and a bright, rich dressing with fresh herbs!
Get the Recipe: Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A salad of mixed greens, basil, halved cherry tomatoes, and burrata on a white plate.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With aromatic basil leaves, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, fresh spring mix, and a drizzle of luscious olive oil and sweet, tangy balsamic reduction, this burrata salad will the star of the show!
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo in a white dish with a tortilla chip.
Pico de Gallo. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Fresh and packed with flavor, this authentic pico de gallo recipe is full of the best summer has to offer. Ripe, juicy tomatoes, tangy lime juice, and fresh cilantro shine in this refreshing salsa!
Get the Recipe: Pico de Gallo

Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

Beet cucumber salad with feta and dill on a pink plate.
Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This beet and cucumber salad perfectly balances savory, sweet, crunchy, and tender with crisp cucumber, vibrant beets, tangy feta cheese, and fresh dill!
Get the Recipe: Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

Carne Asada

Carne asada on a blue plate surrounded by cilantro, halved oranges, limes, and beer.
Carne Asada. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready for the ultimate fiesta with this mind-blowing carne asada marinade! It’s bursting with smoky, citrusy, and savory flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Carne Asada

Mixed Pickles

Mixed pickles in a glass jar.
Mixed Pickles. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

In just a few minutes, this quick and easy mixed pickle recipe transform any humble vegetable into vibrant, tangy delights! Serve up with your favorite grilled burger or alonside some sticky ribs.
Get the Recipe: Mixed Pickles

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Plump cherry tomatoes, fresh and creamy mozzarella cheese, fragrant basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic reduction come together to create a salad that’s full of sunshine!
Get the Recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad

Side Salad

Side salad on a white plate with a copper fork.
Side Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This delightful and versatile side salad features crisp lettuce, a bold lemon vinaigrette, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and bright, tangy feta cheese!
Get the Recipe: Side Salad

Serrano Salsa with Lime

Serrano Salsa in a white bowl garnished with cilantro and a tortilla chip.
Serrano Salsa with Lime. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This wildly flavorful serrano salsa pairs roasted peppers paired with fresh lime juice for a balanced and delicious dip. Try it with chips, in tacos, or serve it over grilled meats and veggies!
Get the Recipe: Serrano Salsa with Lime

Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

Mango habanero salsa in a black bowl with a tortilla chip.
Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This luxurious salsa is made by roasting mangos until rich and sweet and then blending them with tangy lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a handful of flavor-packed ingredients that’ll turn your average chips and dip into flavorful adventure!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated tomatoes in a yellow pie dish.
Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These marinated heirloom tomatoes capture the flavor of summer. Garden fresh tomatoes sit in a bright, bold marinade of olive oil, vinegar, fresh garlic, and oregano to create a salad or sandwich topping that looks beautiful and tastes even better!
Get the Recipe: Marinated Tomatoes

Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Portobello mushrooms buns with burger in between.
Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This guilt-free, quick, and easy to make Portobello Mushroom Burger is super juicy and looks exactly like a real burger bun you would expect from a BBQ evening. Fully grain-free, gluten-free, low carb, and perfect for diabetics, this portobello mushroom recipe together with ground beef keto burger is a must when you start thinking of grilling time.
Get the Recipe: Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe

TikTok Green Goddess Salad iside wooden bowl with crackers on the side.
TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our healthy Green Goddess Salad Recipe is a perfect keto salad you can use on various occasions that fits perfectly as an appetizer for St. Patrick’s day or any other gathering. Fully low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, diabetic friendly as well as sugar-free, this wonderful recipe for green salad mixed with green goddess dressing will be in your fridge from now on at all times.
Get the Recipe: TikTok Green Goddess Salad Recipe

Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon inside wooden bowl.
Low Carb Broccoli Salad with Bacon. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our easy hearty classic Broccoli Salad with bacon and blueberries is a simple cold salad perfect for your summer days. Fully low carb, keto, sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for diabetics, this keto salad filled with nutrients is a perfect idea for your next Potluck party or get-together.
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Chicken Mu Korean Pickled Radish

Chicken mu in a brown bowl.
Chicken Mu Korean Pickled Radish. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Our crunchy Chicken Mu Korean Pickled Radish recipe is easy to make and perfect for many Korean dishes. Get the unique taste of Korean fried chicken with pickled daikon that is small, cold, and has cubes of deliciousness.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Mu Korean Pickled Radish

Grilled Corn

A pan filled with ears of grilled corn.
Grilled Corn. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven.

Don’t let summer pass you by without grilling sweet corn. Corn on the Cob on the Grill cooked in the husk is a summertime side dish that’s easy to make and always a favorite.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn

Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Pineapple upside down cake in foil.
Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

Pineapple Upside Down Cake is so retro but always a favorite. Today I am putting the One Hot Oven twist on this classic dessert and making Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Old Fashioned Pea Salad

pea salad in a blue bowl.
Old Fashioned Pea Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Old Fashioned Pea Salad is a real crowd-pleaser at any cookout. Its creamy dressing and crunchy veggies are refreshing and satisfying, and it’s super quick to toss together. It’s the kind of side dish that has everyone coming back for seconds!
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Pea Salad

Amish Potato Salad

creamy potato salad with eggs and mayonnaise.
Amish Potato Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

You can’t have a cookout without a great potato salad, and this Amish Potato Salad is a classic. It’s got a tangy, sweet dressing that pairs perfectly with the tender potatoes. It’s easy to make and even better to eat.
Get the Recipe: Amish Potato Salad

Steak Kabobs

steak kabobs with peppers and onions on a cutting board with sauce and plates in the background.
Steak Kabobs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

For a main dish that wows, look no further than these Steak Kabobs. They’re juicy, flavorful, and great for grilling. Throw them on the BBQ, let them get all caramelized and tasty, and serve them up. Your guests will love ’em!
Get the Recipe: Steak Kabobs

Baked Beans

Image shows a white casserole dish filled with homemade baked beans on wooden table with a silver spoon sticking out from it.
Baked Beans. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Homemade baked beans are so much easier to make than you think. And the flavor you get compared to what you have when you open a can? You will fall in love with these sweet and smoky beans and never go back!
Get the Recipe: Baked Beans

Lemon Marinated Chicken

Lemon Marinated Chicken Kebabs on a platter with blue background.
Lemon Marinated Chicken Kebabs. Photo credit: Honest & Truly.

Chicken on the grill is so delicious and juicy. It’s even better when you mix it with this simple lemon marinade for more flavor. Go ahead and skewer it with your favorite veggies for a delicious summer meal everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Marinated Chicken

Beer Boiled Brats

Image shows a beer boiled brat on a bun with sweet potato fries on a plate and more brats in the background.
Beer Boiled Brats. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bratwurst is a summer classic, and it’s even better when you make beer boiled brats. They are incredibly juicy and so flavorful. It’s a grilling win every time.
Get the Recipe: Beer Boiled Brats

Thai Chicken Satay

Thai chicken satay on a black plate with cucumber salad and limes and peanut dipping sauce and rice on the side.
Thai Chicken Satay. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Satay Chicken is loaded with authentic flavors like turmeric, lemongrass, chiles, and fish sauce. A rich and spicy Thai Peanut Sauce is perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Satay

Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

Sliced flank steak with chili butter.
Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Flank steak is quick and easy to grill. This 5-ingredient recipe tops it with a sweet spicy chili butter that is full of flavor. It can be on the table in 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

BBQ boneless chicken thigh served with green beans.
Grilled BBQ chicken with green beans. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes

These juicy BBQ boneless chicken thighs will take your grill to the next level! Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, they will be a hit any time you crave cookout food.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

Marshmallow Fruit Salad

Marshmallow Fruit Salad with Cool Whip.
Marshmallow Fruit Salad with Cool Whip. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Treat your tastebuds to a decadent marshmallow fruit salad made with Cool Whip. With just five simple ingredients, you can enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make dessert any time!
Get the Recipe: Marshmallow Fruit Salad

Green Bean Tomato Salad

Green beans and tomatoes on a white plate.
Green bean tomato salad. Photo Credit: Little Bit Recipes.

A fresh and flavorful side dish that you can enjoy year-round is green bean tomato salad. Not only is this delicious salad easy to prepare, but it also contains healthy ingredients that will make you feel great after eating it.

Get the recipe: Green Been Tomato Salad.

Strawberry Lemonade

mint leaves, strawberries and lemon slices garnish a glass of strawberry lemonade.
Strawberry Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This homemade strawberry lemonade is bright and refreshing. Make it with fresh strawberries and real lemon juice for the ultimate flavor explosion.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade

Jack & Coke

a bottle of Jack Daniel's rests next to two cola cocktails.
Jack and Coke. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Need a quick cocktail? Whip up a simple Jack & Coke, one of the best two-ingredient cocktails! To make the best version of this two-ingredient drink, it’s all about the ratio.
Get the Recipe: Jack & Coke

Paloma Cocktail

Two pink cocktails garnished with a wedge of grapefruit sit alongside a cut grapefruit on a cutting board with a knife.
Paloma Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Step up you cookout game with a new cocktail. Surprise — the most popular cocktail in Mexico isn’t the margarita! It’s the Paloma cocktail, a refreshing drink made with tequila and tart grapefruit.
Get the Recipe: Paloma Cocktail

Avocado Sauce

Avocado sauce in a bowl with it's ingredients surrounding it.
Avocado Sauce. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

Are you ready to take your cookouts and grills to the next level? Say hello to our game-changing avocado sauce recipe! It’s the creamy, dreamy condiment your taste buds have been waiting for. Imagine a luscious blend of ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and a kick of spices, all whipped into a sauce that’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, and slathering on anything and everything. Get ready to become the grill master with this flavor-packed secret weapon!
Get the Recipe: Avocado Sauce

Homemade BBQ Sauce

Homemade BBQ sauce in a jar with two spoons by the side.
BBQ Sauce. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Tired of store-bought sauces that just don’t cut the mustard? Say hello to our mouthwatering homemade BBQ sauce that will have you licking your fingers in no time. It’s the stuff dreams are made of! Imagine a rich, smoky base infused with layers of sweetness and a hint of heat, all perfectly balanced to create a sauce that’s finger-lickin’ good. Get ready to be the talk of the cookout with this flavor-packed masterpiece!
Get the Recipe: Homemade BBQ Sauce

Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Pineapple habanero salsa in a black bowl with a tortilla chip.
Pineapple Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This wonderfully sweet and hot roasted pineapple habanero salsa is perfect for a dip with chips! Tangy lime juice, fresh cilantro, and ripe tomatoes round out this mouthwatering salsa.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Salmon Mango Salad

Salmon mango salad on a white plate.
Salmon Mango Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This salmon mango salad recipe features juicy, ripe mango, seared salmon, tart pickled onions, and a tangy, citrusy dressing your guests will absolutely adore!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Mango Salad

Quick Pickled Shallots

Quick pickled shallots in a glass jar.
Quick Pickled Shallots. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These quick pickled shallots are tangy, bright, and flavorful. Try them on burgers or serve them up with your favorite BBQ dish!
Get the Recipe: Quick Pickled Shallots

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