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    Memorial Day Recipe Round-Up

    Published: May 27, 2016 · Modified: May 23, 2018 by Jeni · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    12 Recipes perfect for Memorial Day weekend! #recipes #memorialday #summer #bbq

    This year seems to be going by so fast. I can't believe that it is almost Memorial Day- the unofficial start to Summer. This Summer I am looking forward to picnics, potlucks, strawberry picking, outdoor farmer's markets, and weekends spent at Lake Michigan. What are you looking forward to most this Summer?

    In the spirit of Memorial Day, I'm sharing some of my favorite recipes that would be perfect for Memorial Day. I've included a wide range of crowd-pleasing vegan recipes that everyone will love.

    Sip on this refreshing Pina Colada Agua Fresca at the beach. Add rum for an adult beverage. #drink #summer #vegan

    Pina Colda Agua Fresca   A creamy, refreshing drink that has all the flavors of a pina colada and it is so refreshing; perfect for a hot day. I kept this drink non-alcoholic, but feel free to add in a splash of rum.

    A fun, fruity drink perfect for summer. Make this Strawberry Rhubarb Rose Sangria for your next summer BBQ! #summer #bbq #drink #sangria

    Strawberry Rhubarb Sangria  A fun, fruity drink perfect for serving at your BBQ or picnic.

    Light and refreshing Fresh Peach Salsa is perfect with chips or on taco night!

    Fresh Peach Salsa   Perfect on tacos, in salads, served with chips, or eating straight out of the bowl. If you love eating lots of salsa and chips like me, go ahead and make a double batch. You won’t regret it one bit!

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    Strawberry Guacamole  The flavor combination of strawberries + avocados are perfect together. It's the perfect guacamole for Memorial Day because Strawberries are now starting to appear at the local farmer's markets.

    BBQ Jackfruit in the Slow Cooker. Its texture resembles pulled pork and makes a great vegan alternative! #vegan #bbq #jackfruit

    BBQ Jackfruit  An easy slow cooker recipe for BBQ Jackfruit.The jackfruit is perfect for serving with a baked sweet potato or serve it on a bun for a Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich!

    Healthy quinoa salad loaded with chickpeas, dried cherries, almonds and carrots. A curry based dressing adds a mild curry flavor, adding warmth to the salad. Naturally #vegan + #glutenfree!

    Curry Quinoa Chickpea Salad  Curry powder and turmeric adds a fun twist in this chickpea and quinoa salad. Dried cherries add a nice sweetness and slice almonds add a nice crunch.

    This Spinach Artichoke Pasta Salad makes the perfect lunch to have at the lake! #pasta #summer #salad

    Spinach Artichoke Pasta Salad  A great potluck friendly pasta salad that is healthier than traditional pasta salads. Full of veggies too!

    Creamy Avocado Pasta: simple pasta recipe that is vegan & gluten-free

    Avocado Pasta  Creamy avocados create a light and healthy pasta sauce that is quick and easy to make. A lighter and healthier pasta recipe perfect for Summer dinners.

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    Vegan Apple + Sauerkraut Dogs Vegan Field Roast Sausages are served with a delicious apple and sauerkraut topping that is a perfect accompaniment to the smoked apple and sage sausages Easy and perfect for a Summer cookout!

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    BBQ Baked Tempeh Sandwich  Baked BBQ tempeh slices make for an easy weekend lunch. Creamy, ripe avocado slices take the BBQ tempeh to the next level.

    Vegan Pineapple Banana Bread topped with a pineapple juice glaze that is just too good! You are going to love this moist, tender quick bread. It also travels really well! #vegan #bread #dessert

    Pineapple Banana Bread  This tropical twist on banana bread is topped with a pineapple glaze that is so good! This bread travels well and can be made in advance. Perfect for taking to a BBQ or picnic.

    Light, Refreshing Dessert perfect for Summer. Only 3 ingredients are needed to make this delicious Watermelon Granita. #summer #watermelon #dessert #vegan

    Watermelon Granita  Light and refreshing dessert perfect for the hot weather. Only 3 ingredients are needed and it couldn't be easier to make.

    I hope you guys have an amazing long weekend! 
    Xo Jeni 

    Recipes perfect for your Summer BBQ, picnic, or potluck! A wide range of crowd pleasing recipes. #memorialday #summer #bbq
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