Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with these easy BBQ food ideas that are perfect for feeding a large crowd. From grilled meats to delicious sides and desserts, make your gathering memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 Burgers (Beef or turkey patties, seasoned.)
- 20 Hot Dogs (Classic franks.)
- 20 Buns (Burger and hot dog buns.)
- 2 quarts Potato Salad (Homemade or store-bought.)
- 2 quarts Coleslaw (Creamy or vinegar-based.)
- 20 Corn on the Cob (Fresh corn, husked.)
- 5 cups Grilled Vegetables (Zucchini, bell peppers, and onions.)
- 1 large Watermelon (Sliced for serving.)
- 24 Brownies (Homemade or store-bought.)
- 3 gallons Drinks (Lemonade, iced tea, or soda.)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Shape beef or turkey into 20 patties, season with salt and pepper, and grill for 5-6 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
- Grill hot dogs for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and grill marks appear.
- Boil or grill corn on the cob for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Prepare sides like potato salad and coleslaw in advance and keep them chilled until serving.
- Slice watermelon into wedges for easy serving.
- Prepare brownies ahead of time and cut into squares for dessert.
- Set up a drink station with lemonade, iced tea, and soda in coolers for guests to serve themselves.
Notes
- Make sure to have plenty of napkins and utensils available.
- Consider dietary restrictions and have vegetarian options like veggie burgers.
- Keep food warm by placing it in aluminum foil or warming trays.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
Keywords: Memorial Day BBQ, easy BBQ recipes, crowd-pleasing BBQ food, summer BBQ ideas, grilling recipes