50 Easy Memorial Day Appetizers and Patriotic Snacks for a Party
Easy Memorial Day appetizers for a party! Fun patriotic snacks, red white and blue dips, and summer finger foods for your Memorial Day cookout.
If you ask me, one of the best parts of any celebration is the food.
And appetizers specifically turn any gathering into a party!
They get everyone mingling and snacking, which makes them comfortable …
… and happy to have something to munch on!
You might think of the classic BBQ dishes like potato or pasta salads, but what about finger foods for your summer holiday cookout?
I put together a list of festive Memorial Day appetizers, so you have tons of fun ideas to try.
There’s a huge variety here, including last minute recipes that are super quick and easy.
This list of patriotic Memorial Day appetizers includes:
- Easy party dips and spreads
- Make ahead no-cook appetizers
- Snack boards for a crowd
- Mouthwatering cheese balls
- Festive finger foods
- Cold, no-bake snacks (to keep your kitchen cool!)
Any of these ideas will be a hit at your Memorial Day celebration, so add one or two to your menu.
Okay, let’s check out these fun patriotic appetizers!
(🇺🇸 Looking for more festive recipes for Memorial Day? Try one of these red white and blue cocktails, easy no-bake patriotic desserts, fun summer charcuterie boards, or cheap and easy cookout side dishes!)
Memorial Day Appetizers
Patriotic Easy Layered Taco Dip
The American flag aesthetic of this tasty taco dip is so fun and festive!
It’s all your favorite taco flavors, in a simple-to-prepare appetizer that everyone will dive into.
Firecracker Dogs
These are such a fun and kid-friendly appetizer or main dish for summer holidays.
With just 3 ingredients, they’re inexpensive and super quick to make.
Red White and Blue Colored Deviled Eggs
Tender and creamy deviled eggs dyed perfectly for Memorial Day or the 4th of July.
These Red, White, & Blue Colored Deviled Eggs are easy to make and will be a hit at your party!
Easy Pepperoni & Swiss Flag Board
It’s so easy to throw together this pretty flag board, and it will be the hit of the party with kids and adults.
With just a few ingredients, it’s also an affordable appetizer.
Patriotic Caprese Salad
This red, white and blue patriotic caprese salad is full of fresh tomatoes, blueberries, mozzarella and basil.
A completely unexpected twist on classic caprese salad and totally perfect for celebrating your favorite patriotic holiday.
Red, White & Blue Cheese Board
Combine beautiful red, white, and blue fruits, crackers, meats, and cheeses to create this gourmet charcuterie board.
Not only does it look gorgeous, but everyone will love snacking on it.
Fresh Blueberry Salsa (Sweet & Savory)
This Fresh Blueberry Salsa is always a hit!
Everyone loves its sweet-and-savory flavors, making it ideal for a healthy appetizer or dessert.
Patriotic Flag Whipped Feta
This festive whipped feta with tomatoes and blue corn chips is an easy appetizer for all of the patriotic holidays. Best of all, no cooking is required!
Simply mix up the whipped feta and assemble the ingredients to form a flag. And the end result is so cute it is bound to impress your friends and family.
Patriotic Pretzel Rods
Easy and fun to make, these red, white, and blue pretzel rods will add a festive touch to your patriotic table.
Everyone loves snacking on these!
Berry Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Prepare this healthy and refreshing berry salad in just 15 minutes.
It is no-cook, so it won't heat up your kitchen, and makes the perfect festive side for your summer bbq!
Red, White and Blue Funfetti Dip
Celebrate the stars and stripes with this patriotic Red, White and Blue Funfetti Dip. Cake batter never tasted so good!
Only 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes to whip this delicious treat that everyone will LOVE to dip their graham crackers, vanilla wafers, pretzels and so much more into!
Patriotic Snack Mix
Try this simple but delightful patriotic snack mix that will be a huge hit with kids of all ages.
No one can resist the sweet and salty combination.
Spicy Mini Jalapeno Corn Dog Bites
Mini Jalapeno Corn Dogs are a spicy twist on the traditional well-loved corn dog recipe.
They’re so fun for summer holidays and BBQ cookouts, and can be made with regular flour or gluten-free!
Patriotic Charcuterie Board
When you realize how easy it is to make a patriotic charcuterie board that looks amazing, it will become your go-to party fare for all the special red, white, and blue events.
Dill Pickle Dip
Cool and creamy and loaded with chopped pickles, herby dill, and spices, this Dill Pickle Dip is a must-have for all your summer parties and BBQs, or anytime you need a flavorful, easy dip for entertaining.
It’s delicious with crackers, chips, or veggies.
Flag S'Mores Dip
This Flag S'Mores Dip is the perfect Fourth of July snack!
Done in under 15 minutes, it's cute, patriotic and delicious! Serve with some graham cracker squares to finish topping off the perfect dessert.
Fresh Peach Jalapeno Salsa
Delicious, refreshing homemade Tomato Peach Jalapeno Salsa!
The tomatoes, fresh or canned peaches, and jalapeno combine with lime juice for a delicious, bright flavor that is perfect on chips served next to guacamole for a fun party platter.
Mediterranean Pinwheels
Mediterranean Pinwheels are the perfect finger food for your next outdoor gathering.
Tortillas are filled with hummus, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, red onion and parsley, before being rolled and cut into a crowd-pleasing bite sized appetizer.
Red White and Blue Fruit Kabobs
These Red, White, and Blue Fruit Kabobs are perfect for celebrating on Memorial Day!
Using strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices, these appetizer or dessert kabobs make such a pretty and colorful presentation.
Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers
This quick and easy appetizer has all the flavors of your favorite everything bagel with cream cheese.
With just 4 ingredients, they’re also inexpensive and healthy, but always a crowd-pleaser.
Pimento Cheese Spread
Pimento Cheese Spread is the ultimate in Southern comfort food!
A zesty blend of two sharp cheddar cheeses, tangy pimentos, mayo and just the right amount of spice, this dip will elevate your taste buds to the next level.
Watermelon Feta Salad Skewers
Watermelon Feta Skewers are an amazing mix of sweet and salty! They are a perfect party appetizer for the summer months and whip up quickly.
Turn traditional watermelon feta salad into a fun snack your guests can easily eat without utensils.
Strawberry Basil Bruschetta
Strawberry Basil Bruschetta are made with mini toasts, goat cheese, juicy strawberries in balsamic and fresh basil.
The perfect easy summer appetizer, that will look beautiful on the plate but will only be there for a split second, before they all get gobbled up!
Rainbow Veggie Kabobs
Turn the classic, somewhat boring veggie tray concept on its head by creating these beautiful Rainbow Kabobs.
Serve with hummus and your favorite veggie dip, and watch everyone have so much fun munching!
Mini Shrimp Tacos
Mini Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple are filled with slightly spicy shrimp and diced pineapple, and topped with a creamy yogurt sauce.
These tiny tacos are healthy, easy, and perfect for parties!
Air Fryer Fried Pickles
Air Fryer Pickles are crispy, tangy, and downright addictive. And making them in the air fryer is a total breeze!
They’re a healthier finger food option that you can feel good about eating instead of the deep-fried version.
Easy Ham Pineapple Hawaiian Dip
Creamy and rich in flavor, this easy Ham Pineapple Hawaiian Dip is loaded with ham, cream cheese, crushed pineapple, cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream, and flavorful seasonings.
It’s an easy and effortless dip appetizer that guests will love.
Spicy Grilled Firecracker Shrimp
Spicy grilled shrimp at its finest, with TWO kinds of hot sauce! Just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes are all you need for this spicy, buttery take on firecracker shrimp.
Pineapple Salsa
Sweet and savory pineapple salsa is a bright and fresh combination of ripe pineapple, peppers, onions and cilantro, all tossed together and seasoned with lime juice.
It takes just minutes to put together, and once you try it, you won’t be able to stop eating it!
Easy Smoked Jalapeno Poppers
Creamy Smoked Jalapeno Poppers are flavorful delights with a spicy bite.
They are awesome as is, with a cheesy smoky robust filling, but even more fabulous bacon-wrapped.
The optional bacon strip adds an extra burst of smokiness that your taste buds won’t forget.
Tangy Zesty Black Bean Dip
Want a healthy bean dip recipe that’s quick and easy to make? This chunky black bean dip is loaded with fresh vegetables and a few convenience items.
It goes great with tortilla chips or as a tasty salsa over chicken, pork and seafood. Make it as mild or spicy as you like!
Potluck Pickle Wraps
Also known as Minnesota Sushi in some parts of the U.S., these Potluck Pickle Wraps are tasty and easy to put together – with just 3 ingredients!
So inexpensive and simple to make, they’re always an addictive and popular appetizer or snack at potlucks and parties.
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Savor the enticing combination of succulent shrimp and smoky bacon in these Bacon Wrapped Shrimp on a Stick.
It’s a gourmet street-food experience that brings together the sea’s bounty and the farm’s richness, perfectly grilled for a delightful crunch and a burst of flavors.
Smoked Salmon and Dill Pinwheels
Smoked Salmon and Dill Pinwheels are the ultimate crowd pleaser!
Smoked salmon, cream cheese, dill, red onion, lemon and capers all rolled up and dipped into a creamy and tangy dipping sauce.
Melon & Prosciutto Skewers
Melon and Prosciutto skewers are colorful, flavorful, and so fun for summer entertaining!
A variety of melon chunks, prosciutto, mozzarella pearls, and basil leaves get skewered and topped with a delicious balsamic glaze.
Burrata Bruschetta with Peaches and Tomatoes
With all the flavors of summer, this simple and beautiful Burrata Bruschetta has sweet cherry tomatoes, juicy ripe peaches, fresh basil, creamy burrata cheese atop toasted slices of bread.
With simple ingredients and requiring less than 30 minutes prep time, they come together perfectly in sweet and savory harmony.
5 Minute Taco Dip
Ready in just 5 minutes, this no-bake Taco Dip has a taco-seasoned cheesy layer topped with your favorite taco toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese!
Tortellini Caprese Skewers
Tortellini Caprese Skewer Kabobs are a refreshing summer appetizer with grape tomatoes, basil, tortellini, and mini mozzarella cheese balls topped in a balsamic glaze.
You'll have this wildly addictive dish ready in about 20 minutes.
Easy Rainbow Fruit Board
Make fresh fruit the star of your next gathering with this colorful rainbow fruit board!
Made with six different types of fresh fruit and a delicious homemade yogurt fruit dip, it’s an easy, healthy appetizer or snack kids and adults alike will adore.
Corn Salsa
Grab the tortilla chips and try this delicious, fresh Corn Salsa!
With lots of fresh golden corn right off the cob, spicy jalapeno peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, aromatic garlic, leafy green cilantro, and zesty lime juice for a beautiful citrusy pop, it’s so bright and refreshing!
Green Goddess Chimichurri Dip
Cold and tangy Green Goddess Dip is perfect to serve on hot days! Pair it with fresh vegetables and sliced baguette, it’s super flavorful but still light.
Burrata Board
You’ll love creating and serving this beautiful and delicious Burrata Board filled with burrata cheese, crackers, fresh seasonal vegetables, and fruit.
Veggie Pinwheel Tortilla Rollups
Creamy Vegetable Cream Cheese Rollups are packed full of delicious herbs, cheese and vegetables all rolled up in a tortilla.
These yummy bites are full of creamy ranch flavor and are perfect for a cold appetizer at your next summer party.
Smoked Salmon Mousse
Smoked Salmon Mousse is full of flavors that blend to perfection, with no overpowering tastes.
Plus, it’s surprisingly light and has a tangy kick with just a hint of smokiness. So versatile, too.
Enjoy it as a spread with crackers, an elegant two-bite appetizer piped into pastry puffs, or served on cucumber slices.
Bruschetta Flatbread Pizza
Bruschetta Flatbread is made with crisp naan flatbread topped with tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and mozzarella.
It's baked to perfection then drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze.
Creamy BLT Dip
BLT Dip is a creamy and delicious dip that is a true party sensation.
All of the flavors of our favorite BLT Sandwich are combined in a creamy cheesy mixture and topped with bacon, lettuce, and juicy tomatoes.
This is the perfect dip for chips, veggies, or tortillas!
Summer Cheese Board
The variety of ingredients in this Summer Cheese Board create such a wonderful medley of flavors and textures. It’s such a fun and easy way to entertain - everyone loves it!
5-Minute Corn Dip
If you’re in search of an easy appetizer to bring to your next potluck or party, this delicious corn dip comes together in less than 10 minutes!
No cooking or baking, just mix up this crowd pleaser and enjoy!
Boursin-Stuffed Peppadew Peppers
Boursin-Stuffed Peppadew Peppers are a flavorful bite-size appetizer everyone loves. WIth basically just 2 ingredients, it seriously doesn’t get easier than this!
Baked Zucchini Chips
Whip up a batch of low-calorie Baked Zucchini Chips and scoop them into a lemon-dill yogurt dip.
It’s a great way to use up summer squash when it is popping up faster than you can pick it!
Jalapeno Popper Dip
Jalapeno Popper Dip will probably become your new go to party appetizer.
Rich cream cheese, spicy diced jalapenos and sharp cheddar are topped with crispy Panko bread crumbs and baked until warm and gooey.
It has all the flavor of jalapeno poppers without all the work!
Ready to try some easy Memorial Day appetizers?
I hope this list of patriotic appetizers gives you tons of inspiration for fun finger foods for your Memorial Day cookout.
From dips and no-bake snacks, to festive finger foods and snack boards, there’s something for everyone!
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