Easy Recipes For Your Memorial Day BBQ – It’s Memorial Day weekend, so it’s time for some backyard BBQ fun! We’ve gathered more than a hundred easy recipe ideas to make your celebration a success. From delicious grilled chicken pesto skewers to healthy chicken pasta salad, you will find something to make your Memorial Day BBQ extra special. And don’t forget our grilled Mexican street corn salad and other tasty delights – each recipe is simple and flavorful. So let’s get the grill fired up and get ready to make some great memories!
Memorial Day BBQ: 100+ Easy Recipe Ideas For Your Memorial Day BBQ
1. Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers
These grilled chicken breast marinated in pesto are an easy way to enjoy a healthy, flavorful chicken dinner. Get your grill fired up, and get ready for some delicious grilled chicken pesto skewers!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box2. Easy Tomato Cucumber Salad
This tomato cucumber salad is light and refreshing - perfect for a casual dinner or feeding a crowd at a potluck party.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box3. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
This Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box4. Grilled Chicken Breasts with Lemon Garlic
Make the juiciest grilled chicken skewers with this easy chicken recipe. These grilled chicken breasts kabobs are made with marinated chicken and served with crisp asparagus for a complete low-carb, Keto-friendly dinner!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box5. Easy Chicken Salad
This easy chicken salad is undoubtedly a crowd-pleasing salad recipe! Make this classic chicken salad for lunch, a picnic, or a potluck!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box6. Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Foil Packets in Oven
These baked chicken in foil packets are easy and packed with tons of flavor. You’ll love the simplicity!
Cooking time: 35 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box7. Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These chicken lettuce wraps are so delicious - Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box8. Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
This cilantro lime grilled chicken is quick dish packs a lot of flavor in an easy-to-make dinner for a busy evening.
Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box9. Honey Dijon Chicken and Veggies Foil Packs
10. Mexican Street Corn Salad
This grilled mexican street corn salad bursts with flavors. It's a unique twist on the classic street corn recipe and the perfect side dish for your next summer get-together!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box11. French Onion Chicken Foil Packets with Cheesy Asparagus
These French onion chicken and asparagus foil packets make a delicious and satisfying everyday meal for busy families!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box12. Parmesan Chopped Salad
Easy Chopped Salad Recipe - Parmesan chopped salad is fresh and light, perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. Enjoy this parmesan salad recipe today!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box13. Easy Boiled Baby Potatoes
Boiled baby potatoes with garlic butter and herbs are packed with flavors and make for a quick and easy potato side everyone will love!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box14. Grilled Napa Cabbage with Lemon Garlic Dressing
Grilled napa cabbage is the ultimate side dish for your grilling parties! Smoky, savory, and crisp-tender, napa cabbage on the grill is an easy recipe everyone will love!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box15. Healthy Coleslaw {No Mayo}
Healthy coleslaw recipe without mayo or sugar! This light coleslaw recipe with Mediterranean accents is perfect bliss for your potlucks, barbecue, or any outdoor event!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box16. Grilled Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic
Grilled bok choy recipe is guaranteed to be your new favorite side dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, enjoy the baby bok choy with grilled chicken, beef, or even fish!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box17. Grilled Garlic Mushroom Skewers
These grilled garlic mushrooms on skewers are so good, you’ll want to make them every single day of the week!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box18. Chopped Kale Salad
A finely chopped kale salad recipe that will make you feel full and healthy for the rest of the day. Try this kale salad asap!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box19. Baked Corn on the Cob and Garlic Parmesan
This baked corn on the cob recipe with garlic and parmesan is a huge crowd-pleaser!
Cooking time: 35 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box20. Marinated Mushroom Salad
This marinated mushroom salad is ultra addictive! Ideal as a BBQ appetizer, a holiday side dish or for a busy weeknight dinner.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box21. Fried Baby Potatoes with Garlic Brown Butter
These epic Fried potatoes baby with garlic brown butter are the perfect side dish to practically anything!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box22. Baked Potatoes in Foil Packets with Parmesan Ranch Sauce
These oven-baked potatoes in foil only need a few simple ingredients and you have the tastiest baked potatoes ever!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box23. Grilled Corn with Garlic and Parmesan
This grilled corn recipe is perfect as a side for your barbecue parties, or as salad for a quick lunch on the go!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box24. Grilled Chili Lime Butter Corn on the Cob
This Grilled Corn on the Cob recipe is recipe a flavor-packed side dish for your backyard BBQ — So easy and flavorful!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box25. Air fryer Asparagus and Tomatoes
Air fryer tomato and asparagus is an easy side dish sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Serve the air fryer tomatoes and asparagus with your favorite protein or a light salad for a fresh and healthy meal!
Cooking time: 7 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box26. Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
This easy juicy Salmon Foil Packets is easy to make, tastes delicious, and is ready in under 20 minutes!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box27. Grilled General Tso’s Cauliflower Kabobs
These grilled cauliflower kabobs are crunchy-sweet twist on a take-out favorite!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box28. Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce
Juicy tender and so delicious Grilled Chicken Recipe with Brown Sugar Garlic sauce- These chicken skewers are the perfect reason to pull out the grill!
Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box29. Easy Watermelon Salad with Feta
Watermelon salad with feta is the perfect mix of savory and sweet. Try this refreshing watermelon salad ASAP as a wonderful addition to any meal in summer!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box30. Tomato Corn Salad {Fresh & Juicy}
Fresh corn salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber and a simple lime dressing! This corn salad is delicious served on its own or as a side!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box31. Quinoa Cucumber Salad
Cucumber quinoa salad recipe with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing is a wonderful salad that's perfect with any meal.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box32. Perfect Marinated Tomatoes with Mozzarella
These marinated tomatoes make a perfect hors d’oeuvre full of fresh summer flavors!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box33. Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber, Tomato and Onion
Our easy Mediterranean salad recipe comes together in 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients. This chopped salad recipe works as a side dish but also makes a vegetarian meal on its own.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box34. Shrimp Ceviche Recipe
Shrimp ceviche is so fresh, flavorful, and super quick to make. Enjoy a light, healthy meal with our shrimp ceviche recipe!
Cooking time: 1 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box35. Marinated Cucumber Salad with Creamy Dill Sauce
This fresh cucumber salad is here to help you conquer your cravings!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box36. Cucumber Strawberry Salad
This strawberry salad with cucumber and watermelon is the perfect summer side to serve with grilled chicken or steak. What would be more cooling than a freshly cut strawberry salad?
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box37. Spicy Corn Salad
Easy and delicious corn salad recipe - A great light lunch or side for bbq and grilling.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box38. Grilled Butter Corn Salad with Jalapeño
This grilled corn salad is your ultimate summer side. The blissed-out blend of grilled corn, jalapeño, and red onion goes with virtually anything!
Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box39. Shredded Carrot Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
This shredded carrot salad makes the perfect addition to a potluck or brunch.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box40. Roasted Zucchini Salad with Feta and Italian Dressing
This roasted zucchini salad is super flavorful and healthy, you’ll want to make it all summer long!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box41. Tomato Basil Strawberry Salsa
This tomato basil strawberry salsa is the perfect fresh and tasty side for your weekend cookouts!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box42. Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad {Low Carb / Keto}
This broccoli cauliflower salad is the new low carb / keto lunch you're looking for!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box43. Asian Noodle Salad with the Best Ever Ginger Vinaigrette
This vegan noodle salad is perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box44. The Easiest Creamy Cucumber Salad
This creamy cucumber salad recipe is delicious and refreshing — Great for grilling or a light dinner!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box46. Pineapple Cucumber Jalapeño Salad
This Pineapple Jalapeño Cucumber Salad is an explosion of flavors - Perfect for potlucks, light dinners, or summer BBQ sides!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box47. Avocado Quinoa Salad
This avocado quinoa salad is super healthy and loaded with tons of fresh flavor!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box48. Grilled Peaches With Vanilla Maple Glaze
Grilled peaches are perfect if you’re craving a quick and healthy dessert. They are so juicy and flavorful, everyone loves this grilled peaches recipe!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box49. Strawberry Frosé {Frozen Rosé}
This strawberry frosé recipe is a quick and simple frozen drink that's perfect for holiday entertaining!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box50. Pineapple Bars with Coconut Drizzle
You'll love this super easy pineapple bars recipe! Full of tropical flavor, everyone will ask you for the recipe for these pineapple bars!
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box51. Honey Cherry Sorbet (2-Ingredient)
You really can't get much simpler than this easy Sorbet dessert recipe! Paleo, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box52. Watermelon Fries with Cream Cheese Marshmallow Dip
These watermelon fries with cream cheese and marshmallow dip are a great and refreshing Summer snack!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box53. 2-Ingredients Banana Frozen Yogurt
This banana frozen yogurt is made with only 2 ingredients and is as healthy as ice cream gets. Everyone will love this banana frozen yogurt recipe!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box54. Easy Strawberry Oats Crisp
This juicy and sweet strawberry Oats crisp is super easy and makes a spectacular summer dessert make with rolled oats!
Cooking time: 45 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box55. Honey Lime Fruit Salad
This is the perfect fruit salad! The ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box56. 2-Ingredients Peach Popsicles
These peach popsicles celebrate the delicious fruit of summer in a juicy, sweet, and refreshing blend.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box57. Frozen Coconut Lemonade
This frozen coconut lemonade is delicious, not too sweet, and super duper cold, which is perfect with the ever increasing temps outside!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box58. 2-Ingredient Honey Watermelon Sorbet
Best Homemade Honey Watermelon Sorbet recipe, made with 2 ingredients in an instant! Watermelon mixed with Honey then frozen until hard. Tastes like Real Sorbet!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box59. 3-Ingredients Watermelon Granita
This watermelon granita recipe has just three ingredients and is a delicious and simple way to cool off this Summer.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box60. Frozen Peach Bellini Cocktail
Light, refreshing and super easy to make! This elegant cocktail slush will be a hit for any summer party.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box61. Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe
Super smooth and creamy, this cheesecake ice cream is a super refreshing treat.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box62. Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Tart
This Shortbread mini strawberry cheesecake Tart recipe is filled with homemade cheesecake filling, fresh strawberry. This is an easy dessert that everyone loves.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box63. Grilled Chicken Skewers with Strawberries
These easy grilled skewers are so easy to make and loaded with flavor - they'll be the hit at your next backyard BBQ.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box64. Strawberry & Blueberry Margarita Popsicles
67. Berry Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
The perfect fruit salad for an any occasion! Refreshing, lightweight and done in about 10 minutes.
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Create a vibrant and delicious dinner party starter
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Only 3 ingredients and unbelievably refreshing.
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71. Grilled Chipotle Lime Chicken
The perfect vehicle for your summer salads, wraps, taco bowls and more! Get your grill on!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box72. Healthy Grilled Peaches Recipe
These Grilled Peaches are perfect for summertime! The perfect healthy dessert.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box73. Chilled Mango Soup
This chilled mango soup takes minutes to whip up in your blender and lends itself well to breakfasts, desserts or snacks.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box74. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
This baked shrimp foil pack meal is ready in under 30 minutes. Shrimp is seasoned to perfection with garlic and herbs. The easiest way to bake shrimp in your oven!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box75. Grilled Shrimp and Shallots
Grilled Shrimp Recipe - Try this easy and delicious grilled shrimp and shallot. Soon your kitchen will be filled with the rich aromas of succulent shrimp and caramelized shallots, sure to please all your guests!
Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box76. Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Healthy Lettuce Wraps made with shrimp, freshly chopped vegetables and a delicious peanut butter sauce - Overflowing with flavors and textures!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box77. Cajun Sausage Shrimp Foil Packs
These tasty baked shrimp and sausage foil packets make a healthy and delicious dinner in less than 30 minutes.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box78. Lemon Garlic Herb Shrimp in Foil Packets
These Shrimp in Foil Packets recipe make a healthy, nourishing dinner with hearty flavors!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box80. Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
This baked salmon in foil with Asparagus and Garlic Butter Sauce makes an amazingly tasty dinner. The salmon recipe of your dreams!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box81. Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Piled with chunky chicken and veggies – makes for a light, yet satisfying dinner.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box82. Air Fryer Salmon Tacos
Make these airy fryer salmon tacos for an easy and festive weeknight dinner!
Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box83. Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Garlic Butter Glaze
This grilled salmon recipe is coated in a flavorful marinade - A perfect healthy grilling salmon recipe that’s done in 20 minutes.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box84. Easy Chicken Tacos
These Easy chicken tacos are better than take-out and ready in minutes. perfect for busy weeknights.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box85. Easy Pasta Salad with Avocado
Pasta salad with creamy avocado slices is so easy to make! the best Pasta salad to add to your dinner table. - One bowl of this healthy pasta salad will delight even the pickiest eaters!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box86. Spring Roll Noodle Salad
This easy noodle salad recipe is packed with vitamins and perfect for spring nights.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box87. Asian Noodle Salad with the Best Ever Ginger Vinaigrette
This vegan noodle salad is perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box89. Garlic Butter Steak & Potato Foil Packs
These steak and potato foil packets make a quick and nourishing meal perfect for any occasion.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box90. Grilled Steak Kabobs
So juicy and delicious grilled steak Kabobs - Your BBQ parties just won’t be the same without them!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box92. Refreshing Strawberry Cucumber Agua Fresca
This refreshing strawberry cucumber agua Fresca is best enjoyed outside!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box93. Fruity Ice Cubes Recipe
Colorful ice cubes are ideal for your summer parties. This ice cube recipe with fruit is super fun to make, especially with kiddos!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box94. Strawberry Lime Soda
This strawberry lime soda recipe is a refreshing drink to sip on a sunny spring afternoon.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box95. Jalapeño Grapefruit Margarita
This Jalapeño Grapefruit Margarita is the absolute best and easiest sweet, spicy cocktail for all your entertaining needs!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box96. Easy Strawberry Lemonade
Easy Lemonade Recipe -This homemade strawberry lemonade recipe is like taking a bite out of summer.
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box97. Melon Agua Fresca
Summer Hydration at its best with only 3 ingredients.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box98. Strawberry Prosecco Margaritas
Packed full of flavor and super refreshing, these Strawberry Prosecco Margaritas make the perfect drink for your summer parties!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box99. Frosted Peach Lemonade
Turn up summer with this frosted peach lemonade packed with the flavor of juicy peaches and zesty lemon.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box100. Red Fruit Jalapeño Margarita Recipe
101. Strawberry Lime Punch
Refreshing and full of flavors - Perfect for serving up at your parties this summer.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box102. Lemon Iced Tea
Easy Iced Tea Recipe - This refreshing lemon tea a perfect addition to your summer table.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box104. Strawberry Lemonade Slushie
The perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box105. Perfect Fruity Iced Tea
Try this thirst-quenching refresher full of sweet flavors!
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box106. Watermelon Slush with Simple Strawberry Syrup
107. Lemon Mint Julep Cocktail
An easy-drinking aperitif you can put together in a breeze.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box108. Speedy Pineapple Lemonade Cooler
Blissful on a hot day and incredibly easy to whip up.
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box109. Easy Grilled Zucchini Recipe
Grilled zucchinis are lightly seasoned and perfectly charred this side dish is sure to be a hit at your summer cookout. Grilled zucchini is quickly becoming everyone's favorite side dish!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box110. Grilled Zucchini with BBQ Sauce
Grilled Zucchini with the best BBQ Sauce is a quick and simple Grilled Zucchini recipe guaranteed to impress! Backyard barbecue, with a vegetarian twist!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box111. Lemon Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini Noodles Recipe - Delicious, easy on carbs, and takes just minutes to prepare.
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box100+ Easy Recipe Ideas For Your Memorial Day BBQ: Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers
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Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 15 min Cook time: 10 min
These grilled chicken breast marinated in pesto are an easy way to enjoy a healthy, flavorful chicken dinner. Get your grill fired up, and get ready for some delicious grilled chicken pesto skewers!
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Directions
1. To make the grilled chicken pesto skewers: In a large bowl, the chicken breast cubes with pesto and marinate for 10 to 20 minutes. Soak the wooden skewers so they don’t burn on the grill.
2. Preheat your grill or griddle to medium-heat. Thread the chicken breast onto the skewers, alternating with one slice of red onion.
3. Grill the pesto chicken skewers on all sides until cooked through and lightly charred. Serve with basil and lemon wedges. Enjoy! ❤️
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