May 26: Commemorate the Ultimate Sacrifice with a Memorial Day Picnic
Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a picnic! Memorial Day is often associated with barbecues but it originally started with a picnic. On May 1, 1865, former slaves decided to honor Union soldiers buried in mass grave. After excavating the bodies of these soldiers, the former slaves reburied them in proper fashion to show gratitude for their new freedom. The new graves were decorated as 10,000 people held picnics and parades to honor and celebrate these soldiers.
All those who died in wars can continue to be honored with picnics to this day. Picnic dishes require some thought only in that they need to be portable and easy to serve. Beyond that, you only require a basket, a blanket or table, and a nice day. Experiment with new picnic dish recipes or hang on to some old favorites while reflecting on the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces.
Midsummer Picnic
This Scandinavian-inspired Midsummer picnic spread features an assortment of Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish cheeses along with a cucumber salad (recipe at Outside Oslo), salmon, cucumbers, and some other tasty treats.
by outsideoslo
Picnic Salad
Have a "picnic" at home with this pretty and impressive salad! Happy National Salad Month (recipe in spanish)
by crispynut.com
Picnic Cake
This orange graham cracker 'Picnic Cake' is perfect for holiday brunch or afternoon tea.
by fullcircleadv
Perfect Picnic Pocket Pie, Gluten Free
Perfect gluten-free picnic pocket pies, scrumptious summer berries in a delightful crust
by glutenfreecanteen
Chorizo sandwich
The perfect "to-go" lunch or picnic snack! Chorizo sandwich with cream cheese and cucumbers
by veselina.zheleva
Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Root Beer BBQ
These Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Root Beer Barbecue Sauce get their rich flavor from Root Beer and Chili Sauce. And since they are cooked in the Slow Cooker they are also super easy.
by Pocket Change Gourmet
Sweet & Spicy Almonds
A combination of sweet & hot spices creates an almond snack perfect for your picnic or cocktail party.
by kitchenarian
Green Chile and Avocado Mayo Burger
Time to spark up the grill for SUMMER! Father's Day, Summer, Fourth of July or just grilling outdoors is a great time to try out this luscious burger filled with a creamy avocado mayo and long green chiles
by MuyBueno
Fajita Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Fajita grilled cheese sandwiches with all the fixins.
by FoodFanatic
Sriracha Deviled Eggs
Sriracha Deviled Eggs.... Sriracha? Deviled Eggs? Football Finger Foods? YES, PLEASE!
by The Culinary Chronicles
Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce
Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce and Cucumber Salad…a great outdoor summer meal
by southernboydishes
Easy Tuna Salad Sandwich
Easy tuna salad sandwich that's quick, healthy, and delicious
by thecravegallery
Fried Chicken Burger
Tender, fennle infused crispy fried chicken burger with creamy 'slaw and sweet chilli sauce
by mongoliankitchen
Country Fried Chicken without the Fried
My low fat version of the undeniably delicious Fried Chicken...
by LisaGCooks
Summer Sunset Cocktail
Homemade cherry lemonade mixed with cherry infused spiced rum. The perfect Summer cocktail.
by bakerbettie
Quick Strawberry Lemonade
This refreshing lemonade comes together in a snap utilizing an individual packet of lemonade mix that you would normally add to your bottle of water.
by ButterYum