Fire up the grill! Irresistible cookout Ideas for Memorial Day grilling.
Planning your holiday cookout? Get ready to grill! Our blog shares irresistible Memorial Day grilling ideas for every taste. Find recipes for delicious burgers, grilled chicken, flavorful sides, and expert tips for the perfect BBQ.
Traditional Burgers
What barbeque would be complete without burgers? Our luscious Nashville burger with horseradish is not for the faint of heart. We combined the signature spice of the Nashville burger with the zesty and sharp taste of horseradish to create a new and exciting twist to the classic summer BBQ burger. The spice of each is notable yet different and yields a burger that just may blow you away. If you own a griddle try making them smash burger style!
Nashville Burger with Horseradish
Difficulty: EasyA sharp, spicy and savory alternative to the classic grilled burger.
Barbeque Sides
Sides can be the trickiest part of any outing. Our Costco copycat tortellini salad transforms a rudimentary side dish into a plate filling side that goes with whatever protein you place on your grill. The balsamic vinegar adds a specialty Italian deli taste to the salad. The ingredients below can be expanded to include peppers, kidney beans, pepperoni or grilled chicken for a heartier salad. Experiment with different dressings. Substitute Greek dressing and substitute feta cheese for the mozzerella to give the salad a Greek flair!
Costco Copycat Tortellini Salad
Difficulty: EasyThis copycat Costco tortellini salad tastes better than the store-bought version and is kinder to your pocketbook. Think of it as macaroni salad on steroids.
Upside down puff pastry is a TikTok trend that has gone viral and we can see why! We made 3 different versions with one significant change. Ours is cooked on the grill for a unique summery and scrumptious pastry! We made one with sautéed mushrooms, onion, tomato and ricotta, another without the mushrooms. The last one was made with hot honey, jalapeño and onion for a fiery and sweet treat. They make for the perfect side, so Give them a try! You and your guests will be delighted by how easy and delicious they are.
Grilled Upside Down Puff Pastry
Difficulty: EasyThree different upside down puff pastry ideas cooked either on an outdoor griddle or in the oven.
Grilled Chicken and vegetable’s.
Looking for a handheld on the lighter side? Well, then you came to the right place. Summer grilling just got better with our light, fresh, and fabulous grilled sorrentino panini. In August, the markets are brimming with fresh, local produce perfect for the grill. This Mediterranean-inspired sandwich features grilled chicken, eggplant, zucchini, juicy tomato, prosciutto, and creamy burrata cheese. The vegetables are seasoned with a blend of Italian dressing and a splash of balsamic vinegar, adding depth and complexity to this simple, healthy summer meal.
Grilled Sorrentino Panini
Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: EasyA lite and healthy pannini stuffed with grilled eggplant, chicken, prosciutto, Italian cheese, balsamic dressing, and basil.
Adding Huli Huli Chicken to your BBQ menu will elevate your ordinary cookout into a Hawaiian luau! The sweet and spicy sauce combined with the slight char on the marinated chicken and pineapple creates a texture and complex flavor that will transport your guests to the islands. It’s up to you if you share how easily the dish was to prepare.
Grilled Huli Huli Hawaiian Chicken
Difficulty: EasyA simple recipe that will turn your ordinary BBQ or cookout into a Hawaiian luau!
Grilled seafood
Prefer seafood? Imagine sinking your teeth into a flaky piece of grilled striped bass, seasoned to perfection and cooked to a juicy tenderness. The delicate flavor of the fish, glistening under a drizzle of zesty lemon and fragrant herbs is complemented by the smoky aroma of the grill. Enter into a culinary experience that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t have striped bass? Any large flakey style fish will work!
Grilled Striped Bass
Difficulty: EasyA simple, healthy and delectable recipe to prepare grilled striped bass.
Seafood tacos with grilled monkfish may be the perfect summertime meal. They sport a tight, dense, sweet lobster like meat. Marinated with a tasty lime and seafood taco rub, this fish is ideal for the grill. The sweetness of the fish when paired with a pineapple habanero salsa screams summertime perfection.
Seafood Tacos with Grilled Monkfish
Difficulty: EasyA light and delectable seafood taco prepared on your grill. Perfect to up the ante at your Summer BBQ or cookout.
Grilled Wings
Move over greasy bar wings and takeout trays. Today, we’re talking grilled buffalo wings, backyard barbeque morsels that will have your taste buds doing the touchdown dance. Grilling unlocks a barrage of smoky flavors and crispy, caramelized skin. You may never crave deep fried wings again. These wings were created in Wiiliamsville, a suburb of Buffalo during Dr John’s residency many year ago. They are loved by all who try them!
Dr John’s Saucy Grilled Chicken Wings
Difficulty: EasyGrilled wings, crispy and caramelized skin. All the taste without the frying.
How to have a successful Memorial Day cookout
Creating a fantastic Memorial Day barbeque get-together is about three things: great food, some refreshing drinks, and fun people. But the most important rule? Keep it effortless! The cookout recipes we’ve shared here are designed to be quick, simple, and utterly delicious, taking care of your menu. To truly simplify things, encourage your guests to lend a hand, making the experience enjoyable for everyone. Give one or all of them a try, and we’d love to hear which ones were a hit!
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Awesome grilling ideas. Will try the Hawaiian chicken and tortellini salad!
Cool post! Not just hot dogs!
Love this! Thanks for sharing