30 Memorial Day Appetizers To Feed A Crowd

These snacks will keep your guests occupied while the meats are on the grill.

party cheese ball
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

These Memorial Day appetizers will keep your guests occupied while the meats are on the grill. From veggie kabobs to tarts, dips, and bites, we have you covered with plenty of appetizer recipes for your Memorial Day get-together. These recipes are so good, your guests may even forget about the rest of the meal. (That is, until they smell the barbecue on the grill. One whiff of that, and they're sure to be hungry again.) We have Memorial Day snacks for everyone, even kids, picky eaters, and those with allergies, so take a look and start planning your menu today. You can feed a crowd with these delicious app ideas, all of which are easy enough to whip up the morning before the party.

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Peach Salsa

Peach Salsa
Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

Make the most of peach season by whipping up a fresh salsa with sweet, freshly cut produce. It can be served alongside chips or on its own.

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Grilled Okra-and-Pepper Skewers with Dijon Dipping Sauce

Grilled Okra-and-Pepper Skewers with Dijon Dipping Sauce
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

While the grill is firing up, throw on some peppers for a quick snack before the main meal. Your guests won't be able to get enough of this dijon dipping sauce.

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Spicy Strawberry-Goat Cheese Crostini

Spicy Strawberry-Goat Cheese Crostini
Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

Crostini is an easy-to-serve appetizer, and this recipe is a go-to for any summer celebration. Think of it as a bite of spicy sweet goodness with a crunch!

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Creamy Crab Dip

Creamy Crab Dip Recipe
Hector Manuel Sanchez

Nothing says the beach like a creamy crab dip. Pair this favorite dish with celery and crackers.

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Spinach-Artichoke Dip

Spinach-Artichoke Dips
Caitlin Bensel

When in doubt, go with a tried-and-true spinach and artichoke dip. It's a classic for a reason.

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Shrimp on Seasoned Crackers with Pepper Jelly and Cream Cheese

Shrimp on Seasoned Crackers with Pepper Jelly and Cream Cheese
Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke

Pepper jelly and cream cheese are a match made in Southern heaven. Add shrimp and seasoned crackers for a summer appetizer that is easy to serve.

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French-Style Radishes

radishes with butter and salt

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Yes, radishes can be delicious! Follow this recipe for a three-ingredient dish one writer claims is "to easy to be this pretty."

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Classic Deviled Eggs

Classic Deviled Eggs

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Depending on the size of your crowd, you may want to double this recipe (which can be done easily) because we guarantee they'll disappear quickly.

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Roasted Artichokes With Creamy Garlic Dipping Sauce

Southern Living Roasted Artichokes with Creamy Garlic Dipping Sauce

Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl Jones

Roasted artichokes are a light, refreshing appetizer that won't take away from the main meal. Plus, this creamy garlic sauce has all the flavor you need.

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Party Cheese Ball

party cheese ball

Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

What is a party without a cheese ball? Copy this crowd-favorite and display alongside fresh veggies and your favorite crackers.

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Cucumber Salsa

cucumber salsa
Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Christine Keely Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

For a light take on traditional salsa, consider this cucumber variation. It is perfect for snacking in warm weather!

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Five-Alarm Firecracker Saltines

Five-Alarm Firecracker Saltines

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

This is an appetizer crowds love no matter the occasion. Leave out a fresh batch before dinner, and even whip up some extra for snacking all weekend if you plan on having house guests.

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Pizza Pepper Poppers

Pizza Pepper Poppers
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christina Daley

Think of this as a pizza without the dough. The pepper base makes these extra flavorful—plus, they come together in just 30 minutes.

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Cheddar Cheese Straws

Cheese Straws

Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Cheddar cheese straws are a welcome addition to any holiday table, trust us.

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Party Poppers

Party Poppers
Hector Manuel Sanchez

Your guests will be snacking on these stuffed, bacon-wrapped poppers all afternoon (and requesting them at every other get-together this summer).

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Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip

Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip
Photo: Greg Dupree

When feeding a crowd, go for vibrant, party-pleasing dips.

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Tex-Mex Deviled Eggs

Tex-Mex Deviled Eggs
Hector Manuel Sanchez

Memorial Day and deviled eggs go together like peas and carrots.

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Herbed Tomato Tart

Herbed Tomato Tart
Becky Luigart Stayner

Slices of tomatoes and a scattering of herbs make this tart a lovely seasonal addition to your appetizer spread.

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Mini Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Mini Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
Stephen DeVries

These bite-size enchiladas are delicious and easy to eat (no utensils needed!).

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Mini Caprese Bites

Mini Caprese Bites
William Dickey

Bursting grape tomatoes make a perfect app for a backyard party.

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Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers

Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
Jennifer Davick

Keep your apps fresh and flavorful with juicy melon, delicious prosciutto, and creamy mozzarella.

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Chunky Guacamole

Chunky Guacamole
Photography: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

It’s the ultimate summertime dip. Serve alongside salsa and chips for a no-fail app.

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Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Hummus

Nashville Hot Chicken Dip
Hector Manuel Sanchez

Gather your favorite seasonal veggies for a flavorful spread.

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Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos

Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos
Laurey W. Glenn

Make nachos even easier by preparing them in your slow cooker.

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Pimiento-Stuffed Summer Squash

Pimiento-Stuffed Summer Squash
Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pop a few of these onto your plate, and you’ll be off to a delicious afternoon.

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Summer Fruit Skewers

Summer Fruit Skewers
Southern Living

Combine all your favorite fresh fruits from the farmers' market for an easy-as-can-be app.

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Classic Pimiento Cheese

Classic Pimiento Chese
Hector Manuel Sanchez

You can’t go wrong with classic Southern pimiento cheese and toasts.

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Barbecue Deviled Eggs

Barbecue Deviled Eggs
Southern Living

Barbecue and deviled eggs? Of course! It’s a perfect pairing.

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Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip

Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip
Iain Bagwell

Better make a few batches of these delicious potato wedges.

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Deviled Potatoes

Deviled Potatoes
Hector Sanchez Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

If you love deviled eggs, meet the deviled potato. This recipe tastes exactly what it sounds like—deviled egg mixed with potato salad. Yum!

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