The best side dishes for your summer barbecue is what will make the party epic. That and some really great cocktails.
In our opinion, meat will always be the star of any of any great barbecue. (Unless you’re vegetarian, then grilled tofu or grilled cauliflower steaks win.)
But there’s no missing that side dishes complete the meal, and the party. A barbecue would be nothing without coleslaw and potato salad, barbecue beans or pasta salad.
We’ve got them all right here for you. Grab your shopping list, and let’s plan one epic summer party.
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Rebekah Garcia Kalinowski
Mexican Corn in a Cup
Mexican Corn in a Cup is pretty ubiquitous at Texas fairs, from Fiesta to Oysterbake. Make it at home – it’s perfect next to authentic carne asada!
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2
Erin S.
Taco Pasta Salad
Taco Pasta Salad – a creamy pasta salad with all your favorite taco toppings! Great to make ahead and have in the fridge for dinner or to take to any get together.
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3
Katie Jasiewicz
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
Slow cooker creamed corn makes cooking the classic side dish so easy! This creamy, hearty dish is just perfect.
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4
Shaina Olmanson
Crock Pot Baked Beans: An Easy Slow Cooker Side
Throw these Crock Pot Baked Beans in the slow cooker and walk away. When you’re ready with beer and barbecue in hand, so are they.
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5
Nora Rusev
Harvest Wild Rice Salad
This harvest wild rice salad with pumpkin, pomegranate and feta is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or holiday gathering. All the fall flavors go perfectly together!
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6
Katie Jasiewicz
Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob
Slow cooker corn on the cob makes the classic summer side a hands-off affair. You won’t believe how easy it is!
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7
Urvashee Patel
Mexican Coleslaw
Mexican coleslaw is the perfect salad in so many ways! It’s a tangy twist on old fashioned coleslaw.
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8
Megan Myers
Lemony Grilled Potato Salad
Lemony grilled potato salad is a light, bright twist on summer potato salads. Add your favorite veggies on the grill!
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9
Katie Jasiewicz
Slow Cooker Ranchero Beans
These Slow Cooker Ranchero Beans taste just like Chuy’s Tex-Mex ranchero beans! They’ll be your go-to side dish for any Mexican dinner!
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