Planning to throw a lemon themed party but not sure what to serve your guests? Take a look at this list of 23 unique lemon party foods that your guests are sure to love. This list includes snacks, entrees, and desserts to ensure every dish you serve will be a citrus dream. These ideas are perfect for a “Main Squeeze” bridal shower, a “Can’t Wait to Squeeze You” baby shower, or a sweet and zesty birthday.
Snacks:
- Lemon Marmalade
A great way to feature lemons in your food selection is by using them to make marmalade. You can serve this marmalade with a wide assortment of biscuits, scones, croissants, or toasts. Check out Curly Girl Kitchen for a simple recipe that perfectly combines sweet and tangy flavors. You can even bottle this marmalade up in these Mini Glass Jars to make the cutest party favors.
- Salad Bar with Lemon Vinaigrette
Add some pops of green to your lemon party foods by featuring a salad with a lemon vinaigrette. This vinaigrette will add a bright and zesty flavor to your salad and will naturally highlight any vegetables in it. To make this vinaigrette, follow this recipe by Downshifology. For easy serving, use these Mini Glass Dressing Bottles and place them in multiple places throughout your buffet table. - Lemon Fruit Dip
If you plan on serving fruits at your party, then this lemon fruit dip by Cooking Classy is a must. This 4 ingredient dip is the perfect pair for berries, bananas, grapes, cookies, and just about anything else you can think of. To really tie into your theme, serve it in these Lemon Shaped Dip Bowls. - Charcuterie Board with Lemon Highlights
Transform an ordinary charcuterie board into a citrus delight by adding wedges of lemons among your other ingredients. You can even make this lemon humus by Love & Lemons for a zesty dip that will go great with raw vegetables or pita chips. Serve it on a large Acacia Serving Board to complete this display.
- Greek Lemon Potatoes
If your party has a greek/mediterranean theme, then these greek lemon potatoes by Recipe Tin Eats would be a perfect fit. These potatoes are boiled in a heavily lemon flavored broth packing them with loads of flavor. Serve them as a side for any protein to create a complete meal. - Asparagus with Lemon
Another side that will go great with any protein is a serving of lemon asparagus. This recipe by Natasha’s Kitchen combines bright and zesty lemon with butter and parmesan to make a winning combination. - Lemonade Station/Lemoncello Spritz
Create an interactive lemonade stand at your lemon party where your guests can make their own drinks. Stock your stand full of lemons, limes, syrups, preserves, and fresh herbs for endless fun! For a specialty lemon themed drink, make this Limoncello Spritz by Sip & Feast and put them in these Miniature Limencillo Bottles.
Entrees:
- Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
A classic lemon inspired entree that you can add to your menu is a lemon and herb roasted chicken. This recipe by Spend with Pennies will show you how to make this dish using a whole chicken. Once it’s made, carve it up and you’ll have plenty to serve at your lemon party. - Lemon and Oregano Chicken Kabobs
Another chicken recipe that would be a great fit among your lemon party foods are these lemon and oregano chicken kabobs. These kabobs by Keto Cooking Wins are super easy to make and even easier to eat! Use any vegetables you want with this dish to create a custom lemon masterpiece.
- Greek Lemon Rice
Elevate your plain white rice with this recipe for lemon greek rice by The Mediterranean Dish. It is incredibly easy to make and is a perfect fit if you’re adding some Mediterranean flares to your party theme. Serve it with any protein to make a complete meal. - Lemon Garlic Shrimp
If you’re looking for a protein other than chicken for your lemon party foods, then try this lemon garlic shrimp by Feel Good Foodie. These shrimp take just 15 minutes to make and can be served by themselves or with pasta, grits, or on a salad. If serving them solo, provide these Lemon Topped Toothpicks for easy serving.
- Lemon Garlic Salmon
Just like the previous meal, this recipe by The Mediterranean Dish combines lemon and garlic to make a delicious seafood dish, but this time with salmon. Serve it for an elegant dish that takes very little time and effort. - Lemon Pizza
Another lemon themed entree you can include at your party is a lemon pizza. This upscale pizza features a creamy mozzarella and nutty parmesan with notes of garlic and lemon. Follow this recipe by The Clever Meal to make it with only 15 minutes of prep time. - Creamy Lemon Pasta
Serve up some creamy lemon pasta for a rich and flavorful dish that will fit right in at an Italian lemon party. Serve it by itself or add some chicken or shrimp to make a complete dish. Check out this article by The Burnt Butter Table for the recipe.
Desserts:
- Lemon Posset
A lemon party is the perfect excuse to have these delicious lemon posset cups by Natasha’s Kitchen. This cold and creamy custard only uses three ingredients and is a must for an outside or summer party. Serve it in the empty lemon peels or these adorable Lemon Cups for the perfect dessert. - Lemon Pound Cake
A lemon pound cake is a classic lemon dessert choice. Make yours in the shape of a loaf, a bundt cake, or into miniature cakes for easy eating. Decorate it with Candied Lemon Slices and white flowers to complete the look!
- Lemon Themed Cake
Another cake option that you can use for your party is a lemon layered cake. This super simple recipe by Sally’s Baking makes a light and fluffy cake that is enveloped in a lemon cream cheese butter cream. Looking for something smaller? This recipe can be used to make cupcakes! Place them in these Lemon Themed Cupcake Holders and top with some Lemon Cupcake Toppers for the perfect party dessert. - Candied Lemon Slices
Check out this tutorial on how to make candied lemon slices by Baked by an Introvert. You can have these in a bowl for a grab and go treat, or use them as toppings for the other dishes you plan to serve. These slices do take a while to dry after boiling, so if you plan to include them in your lemon party foods, start them two or three days before the big event. - Lemon Bars
What could be more fitting for a lemon party than a plate full of lemon bars?. This recipe by Preppy Kitchen will show you how to make the best bars that are a perfect contrast of both tangy and sweet. Top with powdered sugar for a dessert that your guests won’t be able to resist.
- Lemon Cake Pops
Turn ordinary cake pops into lemon pops by making each pop look just like a lemon. Use this recipe by Preppy Kitchen to make normal cake pops, but make sure to use yellow chocolate for the coating. After the chocolate has hardened, pipe little green icing leaves around the stick. - Mini Lemon Cheesecakes
Serve up a creamy cheesecake and top with candied lemon slices or lemon marmalade for a sweet treat that is sure to delight your guests. You can serve this as a whole cake or in these Mini Dessert Cups. Another option is to follow this recipe by Taste and Tell that puts lemon juice straight into the cheese cake batter and then tops the cake with a lemon curd. - Lemon Flower Tarts
These mini flower lemon tarts by Sugar Apron would be the perfect addition to your lemon themed party. They are be sized and are an amazing mix of sweet and tart. And, their flower shape makes them extra adorable.
- Lemon Macarons
Macarones are small round cakes with a creamy filling. For a lemon party, find some lemon flavored macarons to delight your guests. You can even make them look like little lemons by standing them on their side and sticking a spring of mint into the filling. Another option is to serve them on a Round Macaron Tower.
I hope you found these lemon party food ideas helpful. Let me know in the comments which treats you plan to serve up at your lemon themed party.
Need more lemon inspiration?
Check out 36 Lemon Bridal Shower Ideas for a Sweet Main Squeeze Party.
