National Memorial Day is a government declared public holiday marked on the last Monday of May in the United States. It is celebrated to honor all those who have served in the military and died in a war or the line of duty.
People gather to watch parades and enjoy the sight of marching bands, servicemen, veterans, and military vehicles from various wars. As it is a public holiday, many families also gather and enjoy a special memorial day feast and celebrate the festival with delicious delicacies.
5 Best Memorial Day Recipes for You!
Instead of spending lots of your holiday time in the kitchen preparing various recipes for the get-together, you should try these simple, easy, and delicious memorial day recipes. These are effortless to make and toothsome to eat!
From cocktails, salsa, and kabobs to shrimp skewers and popsicles – we have included everything you need to make this celebration full of flavors. The boozy red sangria will begin your feast with a bang while tangy mango salsa will ensure that you have a flavorful starting.
The crunchy kabobs will pair perfectly with the sangria and the shrimp will give you the main dish to remember. Finish off the party with a red, white, and blue popsicle.
So, let’s see how you can make these Memorial day recipes:
- Red Sangria Recipe
- Mango Salsa
- Ranch Chicken Bacon Kabobs
- Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers
- Red, White, and Blue Pops
Red Sangria Recipe
Begin your memorial day celebration with this delectable, hearty drink! This special drink is cool, fruity, and refreshing. A perfect cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day – serve red sangria at the Memorial day feast and enjoy.
Quick Stats
Prep time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 3 hours
Servings: 8 serves
Ingredients
- 1 green apple, cored and chopped
- 1 orange, thinly sliced and sliced into quarters
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup raspberries or sliced strawberries
- 1 (750 mL) bottle Tempranillo, Garnacha, or Rioja wine
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ to ½ cup Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or brandy
Method to Prepare
- Take a large pitcher and add apple, orange, lime, and raspberries to it.
- Pour wine, orange juice, and Cointreau. Give it a good stir.
- Let it chill for a few hours to infuse the fruity flavors.
- Serve it in glasses filled with ice and enjoy!
Mango Salsa Recipe
Fresh mango salsa is packed with flavorful avocado, mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion. It will give you a beautiful appetizer that is easy, homemade, and perfect for salmon, fish tacos, chicken, and of course, dipping with chips!
Quick Stats
Prep time: 10 minutes
Assemble time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 serves
Ingredients
- 1 large firm avocado, cut into chunks
- 1 1/2 heaping cup diced mango
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- Zest and juice of 1 small lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method to Prepare
- Take a medium-sized bowl and add everything.
- Give it a good mix to combine well.
- Garnish with extra cilantro.
- Your mango salsa is ready!
- Serve it with tortilla chips, salmon, fish tacos, or shrimp.
- Enjoy!
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Ranch Chicken Bacon Kabobs
These easy chicken Kabobs are stuffed with crispy bacon and marinated in ranch marinade to provide you with a flavorful appetizer for your Memorial Day feast. Grill them to perfection and you will have a great and quick recipe for a party because everyone is sure to love them!
Quick Stats
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8 serves
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 3 Tbsp ranch seasoning
- 16 oz bacon
Method to Prepare
- Firstly, cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
- Then, take a small mixing bowl and add olive oil, pepper, and ranch seasoning. Mix well to combine.
- Place the chicken pieces in a Ziploc bag and pour the ranch dressing mixture over the chicken.
- Seal the bag and turn to coat. Slide it into the fridge for at least 3 hours.
- Meanwhile, place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels to avoid overlayering.
- Slide the plate and microwave it for about one and a half minutes. Once the bacon is microwaved, cut stirps into 2-inch square pieces.
- Now, take the chicken pieces out of the fridge. Thread one piece of chicken and then bacon pieces. Repeat the process until the skewer is filled.
- Place on a grill preheated to 350 degrees.
- Grill the skewers for 6 to 8 minutes and then flip.
- Once golden brown, remove the skewers from the grill. Ensure you don’t overcook the chicken or it will become dry and chewy.
- Serve and enjoy!
Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Summer is all about garlic-infused shrimp skewers that will provide you with a refreshing dish. So, fill your Memorial Day with this delicious dish where jumbo shrimp are marinated in a delicious garlic herb mixture and then grilled to perfection in just 10 minutes!
Quick Stats
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Servings: 5 serves
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch cayenne pepper, to taste
Method to Prepare
- Take a small mixing bowl and add olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, garlic, and spices. Give it a good mix to combine well.
- Then, take another bowl, place the shrimp in a bowl and pour ¾ of the marinade on top of the shrimp.
- Mix everything gently until the shrimp are well coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit for half an hour.
- Thread these marinated shrimp on the skewers and ensure that all the good garlic and herbs from the bowl are spread on the shrimp well.
- Heat a grill or grill pan on medium-high flame.
- Once the grill is hot enough, place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Once done, add shrimp to a serving plate, drench it in the remaining marinade, and serve.
- Enjoy!
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Red White Blue Popsicles
A perfect recipe to end your Memorial Day feast – this red white and blue popsicle is the cute, festive, and sweet treat for the special day. These tasty and fun popsicles are so cute and easy to make. Plus, we have not used any artificial colors as well! So, try this fresh, light, and super yummy popsicles and fill your feast with natural sweetness.
Quick Stats
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 serves
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 banana chopped
- 3 cups plain greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fine sugar
- Water, as needed
- 10 popsicle sticks
Method to Prepare
- Add strawberries, ½ tablespoon of sugar, and ¼ cup of water to a blender. Pulse until well combined.
- Then, add 1 cup of greek yogurt and blend until smooth.
- Your red part is ready. Set aside and keep in the fridge until use.
- Repeat the same process for each fruit.
- Now, let’s assemble your popsicle.
- Take out the blueberry mixture to the bottom of each popsicle mold. Then, add the popsicle stick and slide the layer into the freezer for about 2 hours.
- Then, add the banana mixture and slide it once again into the freezer for a couple of hours.
- Allow this layer to freeze as well before adding your final layer.
- Finally, add the strawberry layer and slide it into the freezer to freeze fully before serving.
- Enjoy!
Final Words
These Memorial Day recipes are delicious and easy to make. Plus, the crowd is going to fall in love with these vibrant delicacies. So, try and enjoy these toothsome recipes with your friends and family for the Memorial Day Feast!
