5 Must-Make Memorial Day Weekend Recipes for Easy Entertaining

One of the best weekends of the year is here, and naturally it’s the perfect excuse to celebrate with food. I’ve been craving all the summer favorites I’ve missed, and this long weekend feels like the right time to cook for the people you love. Enjoy the first true weekend of summer by making something bright, fresh, and full of flavor.

Herby Pasta Salad With Protein

This protein-packed pasta salad is tossed in pesto, lemon zest and juice, and studded with vibrant green vegetables and plenty of fresh herbs. It works beautifully as a main for lunch or dinner, or as a colorful side at your next gathering. Light, herb-forward, and satisfying—everything you want for summer. Click here for the recipe.

Summer Inspired Southwest Chicken Wraps

These southwest chicken wraps are simple to assemble and packed with flavor—perfect for feeding guests or prepping lunches for the week. They come together fast, hold up well in the fridge, and are guaranteed to become a go-to repeat meal. Click here for the recipe.

Gluten-Free Hot Honey Chicken Sliders

These hot honey chicken sliders are an instant crowd-pleaser. Crispy, sweet, spicy, and perfectly portioned for sharing—slider season is summer season. Make a batch for a party or a casual weekend dinner, and watch everyone come back for seconds. Click here for the recipe.

Dairy-Free Potato Gratin

Meet a new favorite side: Dairy-Free Potato Gratin. It delivers crispy browned edges, creamy herb-infused layers, and all the comforting textures you want without dairy. Elegant enough for special occasions, easy enough for weeknight dinners—this gratin pairs well with grilled proteins and big summer salads. Click here for the recipe.

Summer S’mores Cookie Cups

All the nostalgic flavors of a campfire s’more are folded into a warm, chocolatey cookie cup inspired by a viral cookie skillet recipe. These s’mores cookie cups are simple to make, gluten-free and dairy-free, and they taste like childhood summers. They’re the perfect sweet finish to any summer meal. Click here for the recipe.