Anniversary is an informal kick-off to summer for many families across the country. Kids jump into the pool every weekend, families head to the beach, and dad dusts from the barbecue grill. If you’re hosting a summer kick-off party, one of the things you need is good food. There are always classic dishes such as barbecue ribs and macaroni salad, but I’ve also put together my favorite dishes. A quick and healthy memorial day recipe to try.. Believe us, after making these dishes, you will want to make them all summer.
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Caprese salad is one of our favorite simple dishes. Oh My Veggies enhances flavor and nutritional value by adding ancient grain, farro and basil-based vinaigrette sauces.
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Kebabs are great party foods as they are easy to carry and make. Fit Foodie Finds also provides tips on grilling lime and squeezing it over cooked kebabs before serving a spicy zipper.
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Green dressing is the true star of Healthy Happy Life’s wedge salad this summer. If you’re not vegan, you can also replace vegan mayonnaise and tempeh with regular mayonnaise and bacon.
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Keeping hydrated on warm summer days is important. This watermelon and mint juice from VeguKate will make you feel refreshed all day long. The pulp left over from the watermelon can have a strange texture, so you will definitely want to strain the juice according to the tip.
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Ribs must be anniversaries, but if you’re inviting vegetarians or vegan friends, try making these vegan ribs from My Darling Vegan. The sauce makes these so tasty and you probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry.
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For a sweet treat for adults only, try making Tropical Tequila Sunrise Popsicles from Real Food by Dad. If your kids are running around at the party, you can easily exclude tequila for crowds under the age of 21.
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Use up the carrots rolling in the vegetable drawer with this recipe for grilled carrot chips from running to the kitchen. There are two sweet and spicy variations in the recipe, so you can make a little both for your guests.
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Nothing is better at a party than a simple green moms dip with a particularly sticky cheese like this. Adding black beans to the dip is a little voluminous and helps to extend the dip further.
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Feta cheese is a blank canvas for many flavors. Feta cheese marinated in Gourmand in the Kitchen citrus and herbs should be kept in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving, so plan your time correctly before the party.
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Begin Within Nutrition has a great dupe of Whole Foods Rainbow Kale Throw. Remember to set aside enough time for the recipe as it requires a lot of slicing and chopping, and for an hour period the throw should be in the fridge.
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Salsa does not necessarily have to be made from tomatoes. GimmeSomeOven proves it with a simple strawberry salsa. There is a little heat from jalapenos, but if you cut the seeds and put a film on them, the level of spices will drop considerably.
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After a super delicious feast, nothing beats a sweet treat. Love from the oven shared their favorite icebox cake, inspired by the French pastry Eclair. Freshly baked desserts are very easy and will immediately please the crowd.
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If you live in an area where peaches are already starting to enter, you will want to make this silky smooth cheesecake from love & olive oil. The secret to a perfect dessert is that all ingredients must be at room temperature.
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Tacos bars are always popular during the summer. This recipe for Love & Olive Oil contains several components, but you can easily buy your own taco shell and skip creating your own taco shell to save time.
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Cowboy caviar has several different iterations across the country, but I love the recipes of girls who ate everything because they use Italian and homemade dressings purchased in the store for easy shortcuts.
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Pinch of Yum fruit pizzas are very popular with kids coming to your home for Memorial Day. Pizza starts with sugar cookie husks and cream cheese frosting, and you can layer your favorite fruits.
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It may take a little longer than the other recipes, but the pinch of yam fried chicken sandwich is a big hit. Frying chicken in a frying pan is easier to clean up than in a deep fryer. Help your friends make coleslaw and take out toppings. Lay everything out on the board and let guests assemble their own sandwiches.
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Frozen peas are extremely versatile, as seen in this guacamole using the recipe for frozen peas from Eating Bird Food. After britting the peas in a food processor, place them in a large bowl and mix with the other ingredients. It’s virtually devoured before you can set a dip on the table.
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Banana pudding is a staple in the south of summer gatherings. The Seasoned Mom recipes take time, but most of the time banana puddings are placed in the fridge. Time in the chill chest is essential for the food to come out correctly.
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Ambitious Kitchen’s BBQ chicken burger is kept juicy with sweet potatoes and plenty of melted cheddar cheese. Be sure to follow their tips to make sure the ground chicken is at least 93% lean so that the added fat can flavor and keep the patties moist.
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This recipe for Lil’Luna is very simple and has only 4 ingredients. Wrapping bacon around asparagus may take some time, but if you have children it can help them too.
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