Healthy Memorial Day Picnic Foods

Grilled Veggie Kabobs

Grilled veggie kabobs are a great way to make a delicious and healthy Memorial Day picnic meal. You can make several different varieties like zucchini and bell pepper, mushrooms and onions, or broccoli and cauliflower. Use your favorite vegetables, then thread them onto metal or wooden skewers and grill them until they are lightly charred and cooked through. Serve them with a delicious homemade dip like tzatziki or aioli.

You can also use fruit like pineapple and peaches for a sweet and savory kabob. For a touch of heat, add some jalapenos or sliced chili peppers. If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes before grilling so they don’t burn. You can also brush the vegetables with a little olive oil or your favorite marinade before grilling.

Fruit Salad

Fruit salad is a classic Memorial Day picnic food that is both healthy and delicious. You can make a colorful fruit salad with your favorite fruits like strawberries, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries. For a unique twist, add some red grapes, mandarin oranges, or mango. You can also add some nuts like almonds, pistachios, or walnuts for a crunchy texture.

For a tasty dressing, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey, and a few tablespoons of olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper and mix everything together. Drizzle the dressing over the fruit salad and mix everything together. Serve your fruit salad cold.

Veggie Wraps

Veggie wraps are a great way to make a healthy and delicious Memorial Day picnic meal. Start by making a base with a wrap like a whole wheat tortilla or a spinach wrap. Layer your favorite vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, or cucumbers. You can also add some cooked quinoa or brown rice for added protein.

To make a delicious sauce, combine some plain Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a few tablespoons of olive oil. Add some chopped herbs like parsley, dill, or cilantro and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spread the sauce over the wrap and top with your favorite vegetables. Roll up the wrap and serve cold.

Fresh Green Salad

Fresh green salads are a great way to make a healthy and delicious Memorial Day picnic meal. Start with your favorite greens like spinach, kale, or romaine lettuce. Top with colorful vegetables like tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, and cucumbers. You can also add some cooked quinoa, beans, or chickpeas for added protein.

For a delicious dressing, combine some freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey, and a few tablespoons of olive oil. Add some chopped herbs like parsley, dill, or cilantro and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix everything together. Serve your salad cold.

Grilled Corn on the Cob

Grilled corn on the cob is a classic Memorial Day picnic food that is both healthy and delicious. Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. Brush each ear of corn with a little olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Grill the corn for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until it is lightly charred and cooked through.

For added flavor, you can brush the corn with a mixture of melted butter and garlic, or mix some cayenne pepper and chili powder with the butter. Serve your grilled corn with a delicious dip like aioli or guacamole. Enjoy!