Believe it or not, summer is already winding down, which means we’re swiftly approaching the last grill-centric holiday of the season: Labor Day! Of course, if you’re hosting a get-together with friends or family, there will obviously be some labor involved—it’s rather unavoidable. Thankfully, Taylor Farms is ready to assist by cutting down on the amount of labor needed to create some memorable dishes for your friends and family.
Here are some mouth-watering recipes you can quickly put together for your guests with a handy, strategic assist from Taylor Farms products, ranging from our Chopped Salad Kits to our Vegetable Blends.
Strawberry spinach salads are a hallmark of light summer cuisine—and they also happen to be an easy way to feed a crowd during a Labor Day get-together while everyone eagerly waits for you to grill up the main courses. This simple and elegant recipe incorporates charred corn, feta, smoked almonds, and a classic honey-dijon dressing to go along with freshly sliced strawberries, all nestled on top of soft, flavorful Taylor Farms spinach.
Yes, this recipe is for real. The briney flavors of dill pickle. Smashed burgers. Tacos. All combined together in a perfectly harmonious mash-up (or smash-up?). Whether you can’t make up your mind on what you want, or simply want an innovative dish to wow your hungry family or guests with, this recipe should be at the top of your list. The zesty flavors of our Creamy Dill Pickle Chopped Salad Kit bring it all together in cheesy, beefy glory. And no buns needed! (You will need some tortillas, though).
If you plan on grilling up some steaks this holiday weekend, we strongly advise you to set some aside for this crowd-pleasing flatbread recipe. All you need is some premade pizza dough, a bit of blue cheese, and our Steakhouse Wedge Chopped Salad Kit. Perfectly grilled steak is right at home on a bed of warm flatbread and topped with the tantalizing combination of crisp romaine lettuce, chopped broccoli stalk, red and savoy cabbage, green onion, carrots, crispy-fried onions, crumbles of smoky bacon, traditional steakhouse seasoning, and decadent blue cheese dressing—all contained in this one convenient kit.
Peaches are always a favorite in the summer, but have you ever experienced them grilled? Now’s the perfect chance to try them out! With a quick assist from our Citrus Crunch Mini Chopped Salad Kit, some savory prosciutto, mozzarella pearls, and a sweet, juicy peach, you can whip up an elegantly unique salad that’s equally at home at a fancy restaurant as it is on a backyard patio table in late summer weather. (Keep in mind this salad uses a mini chopped kit for one, so if you’re serving a crowd, be sure to grab a few extra packages.)
This completely vegetarian dish is a great option for those looking for an all-veggie grill recipe to enjoy during the holiday festivities. An assortment of veggies, tofu, and pineapple are all slathered in teriyaki sauce, flame-kissed to charred perfection, and served atop a bed of our Asian Chopped Salad Kit featuring savoy cabbage, green cabbage, carrots, celery, green onion, crispy wontons, toasted almonds, and our light Asian sesame dressing.
Need a few more grill-worthy ideas? Take a peek at these tasty concoctions as well:
Don’t forget the veggies and side salads!
No need to throw together a side salad from scratch during your Labor Day celebrations—Taylor Farms’ many salad blends have you covered. There’s no need to wash or chop anything because we’ve already handled that part for you. All that’s left for you to do is toss these fresh blends with ingredients and dressings of choice, and you’re ready to enjoy!
And if you find yourself in need of some veggies to toss on the grill or cook in foil, here are some Taylor Farms products that will help cut down on your prep time:
Have a fun and safe Labor Day! As always, use our handy store locator to find the nearest Taylor Farms products for your next occasion.