Memorial Day is almost here, so it’s time to get the yard tidied up and the grill cleaned off! Taylor Farms will help you get ready to serve up your favorite fresh recipes all summer long.
Whether you’re planning on entertaining a crowd for this unofficial start of summer or just kicking back with family, Memorial Day is a great opportunity to try out new dishes, made super-easy with Taylor Farms Chopped Salad Kits and Salad Blends. Who knows, they may even end up in your regular summer rotation.
Here are seven mouthwatering recipes for you to consider for your summer weekends, Memorial Day included.
Imagine sitting back in your lawn chair with a refreshing lemonade in hand, shrimp sizzling on the grill, and family all around. This is the recipe for that moment.
Skewers filled with perfectly-grilled shrimp and luscious mangoes are a natural fit when served with our Mango Lemonade Salad Kit, which features a tangy mango lemonade vinaigrette. You’ll get a splash of citrusy brightness with this meal that is sure to feel like summer. If there was ever a recipe made to be enjoyed out on the back deck, it’s this one.
Light enough to be a salad but satisfying enough to be a complete meal, this quick and all-too-easy Southwest Turkey and Pico de Gallo Salad Recipe is a tasty way to welcome in summer! Ground turkey and the brightness of fresh pico de gallo provide the perfect complement to the bold flavors of our Southwest Chopped Salad Kit. This sassy salad blend has green cabbage, romaine, carrots, green onions, cilantro, roasted pumpkin seeds, crunchy tortilla strips, and our creamy cilantro dressing.
No Memorial Day is complete without BBQ! And why not invite some corn on the cob to join the party as well? Our BBQ Ranch Chopped Salad Kit is the perfect foundation for adding fresh-off-the-grill BBQ chicken and corn-on-the-cob. And if that’s not enough hyphens for you, a healthy portion of straight-out-of-the-can black beans adds even more flavor and protein to this filling salad that is as summer as it gets. Wondering what’s in the BBQ Ranch Chopped kit? It starts with crisp romaine lettuce, broccoli, red and savoy cabbage, green onions, carrots, smoky bacon, crunchy chili lime tortilla squares, and creamy BBQ ranch dressing. Enjoy!
Looking for an easy way to feed a crowd that still goes with those Memorial Day steaks you’ve been craving? This Grilled Steakhouse Salad Flatbread Recipe has you more than covered. Succulent slices of steak and creamy blue cheese are piled high on a grilled flatbread loaded with the makings of our Steakhouse Wedge Chopped Kit, which includes everything from crisp fresh veggies and crispy-fried onions to crumbles of smoky bacon, traditional steakhouse seasoning, and our decadent blue cheese dressing. You may want to make an extra flatbread to hide for yourself because this one won’t last long once it’s on the table.
Do burgers taste better in the summer? There’s only one way to find out. Memorial Day weekend wouldn’t be complete without some burgers on the menu. So, how about something a little different, made for the pickle lovers out there? This variation on a classic burger is finished with a generous helping of our dill-icious Dill Pickle Chopped Salad Kit under a pickle-topped brioche bun. And don’t forget the cute little mini gherkin on top.
Grilled chicken is always a crowd-pleaser, especially when it’s well-seasoned and served with beautiful, fresh ingredients. With a little help from our Spring Mix, this recipe offers up an innovative way to combine the summery flavors of grilled chicken with fresh bites of fruits. With each bite, you’ll get bursts of blueberries, mandarin oranges, and the refreshing crunch of cucumbers. A savory red wine-based vinaigrette helps tie all the flavors together, creating a surprisingly elegant and satiating salad you’ll likely be turning to throughout the summer.
It’s safe to say that tacos are always a great idea, regardless of the occasion. And if you have a bag of our Mexican Style Street Corn Chopped Salad Kit and some avocados on hand, you have an effortless and undeniably yummy way to serve them this weekend. Dress up food-truck-worthy chicken and corn tortilla tacos with the contents of our Street Corn Chopped Salad, including smoked paprika cornbread crumbles, green onion, crispy corn, parmesan cheese, and that creamy elote dressing reminiscent of traditional street corn. No grill required!
Have a great kick-off to summer! As always, use our handy store locator to find the nearest Taylor Farms products for your next occasion.