Sweet and Savory Treats for Memorial Day and the 4th of July

Let’s celebrate Memorial Day and the Fourth of July with these mouth-watering collection of sweet, savory, and patriotic recipes sure to make everyone smile! Perfectly delicious dishes for picnics, potlucks or any holiday grathering. Perfect crowd-pleaser recipes!

When we first came to the USA, about 10 years ago, one thing that truly struck us was the patriotism of Americans. In our small town here in Michigan so many houses have the American flag hoisted in their front lawn. In the Philippines, we only do this, if at all, during our own Independence Day, and after that, the flag goes back to the closet and won’t be taken out again until the next year. But here, it’s there pretty much the whole year through.

The patriotism is even more evident during Memorial Day and of course, the 4th of July (which incidentally is celebrated in the Philippines as Filipino-American Friendship Day, though am not certain if it is still declared as an official holiday there, it was when I was in elementary but I won’t reveal the particular years, lest I inadvertently reveal my young (???) age.  ðŸ™‚ Anyway, we have almost religiously watched the Memorial Day Parade every year in our town and it is always so touching to see how much they honor and salute the veterans as they walk along the streets of Downtown Holland. Some members of our church are veterans so we also look forward to seeing them parade down the street every year. It is such a special day, indeed.

Of course, after the parade is finished it’s time for a picnic at the park or a get-together at someone else’s house. We go to whoever invites our family as we don’t really have any relatives in the area. Well, for those who are planning to have a get-together this Memorial Day or the 4th of July – here’s a wonderful round-up of delicious recipes that’s sure to make everyone smile! Pick and choose the recipe that you fancy and I am sure, they’ll all be yummy! Happy Memorial weekend for now!

Please note: To find the recipe, find the photo of the yummy dish you are looking for and then click on the link underneath. That should lead you to the recipe. This is a collection of recipes from our blog and other amazing food bloggers. 

Red and Blue Berry Pie Bars by Manila Spoon

Patriotic Mini Fruit Pizzas by Manila Spoon

Red Velvet, White and Blueberry Dessert  by Lemony Thyme

Easy Broccoli Bacon Salad by Manila Spoon

Watermelon Feta Spinach Salad by Get Inspired Everyday!

Filipino Barbecue Pork Skewers by Manila Spoon

Red White and Bruschetta by Jehan Can Cook

Homemade Mixed Berry Frozen Yogurt by Manila Spoon

Red White and Blue Cherry Blueberry Shortcakes by Tried and Tasty

Red, White and Blue Yogurt Parfait by Manila Spoom

Chile Lime Shrimp Skewers by Fork Knife Swoon

Easy Raspberry Pretzel Salad Story Poster Image

Easy Raspberry Pretzel Salad by Manila Spoon

Patriotic Berry Trifle by Foodnetwork.com

Easy Mango Pineapple Salsa by Manila Spoon

Berry {Quick and Easy} Layered Cake by Home is where the Boat is.

Strawberry Rhubarb Dump Cake

Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Dump Cake by Manila Spoon

Red White and Blue Chips and Salsa by Hungry Happenings

Korean Short Ribs Barbecue (Galbi)

Caprese Pasta Salad by Be Book Bound

Blueberry Pecan Coffee Cake by Manila Spoon

Grilled Salmon with Lemony Dill Butter Sauce by Manila Spoon


Scrumptious Beef Skewers by Manila Spoon

Patriotic Cake Pops by Honest Cooking

Curried Rice Salad with Apples and Raisins

Easy American Flag Cheesecake Bars by She Knows

Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta Cheese

Fudgy Patriotic Brownies by Taste of Home

Red White and Blueberry Popsicles by The View from Great Island

Chicken Inasal (Oven Roasted or Grilled) Story Poster Image

Chicken Inasal (Oven Roasted or Grilled)

Slow Cooker Three Berry Cobbler by Manila Spoon

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Last updated on May 13th, 2024 at 04:09 pm

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2 Comments

  1. May 24, 2014 / 3:07 pm

    Thank you so much for including me in this wonderful recipe roundup Abby. All of these recipes look so tasty.

    • May 27, 2014 / 11:22 pm

      Thanks Libby, the pleasure is mine. 🙂

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