BBQ Side Dishes That Will Get You Invited to All the Parties

Get ready to elevate your potluck game with these mouthwatering side dishes! We all know that a good barbecue isn't just about the meat – it's also about the delicious sides that complement it. Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard cookout or heading to a picnic in the park, these potluck side dishes will steal the show. With these delicious recipes, you are sure to be invited to all the neighborhood parties! Let's just hope you have leftovers.

Cucumber Salad

Summer in a bowl! This cucumber salad is light, refreshing, and so easy to make. It's perfect for meal prep, picnics, cookouts, and potlucks. Tastes great when served alongside fish and shrimp dishes.
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BLT Pasta Salad

A spoon full of pasta salad with bacon and tomatoes. — BLT Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Dinner At The Zoo.

This BLT pasta salad recipe is full of veggies, pasta and crispy bacon, all tossed in creamy dressing. The perfect meal or side dish!
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Quinoa Salad With Greens

Quinoa with greens in a bowl. — The Best Quinoa Salad With Greens. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Quinoa Salad with Greens is packed with sauteed zucchini, cucumber, greens, almonds, and feta cheese. A delicious lunch or dinner side dish to pair with some grilled BBQ!
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Caesar Pasta Salad

Pasta salad with croutons and tomatoes in a bowl. — Caesar Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Chocolate Moosey.

Caesar Pasta Salad with a homemade Caesar dressing combines traditional Caesar salad and summer macaroni salad into one picnic side dish.
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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Chickpea salad on a plate. — Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a cinch to make for your next barbecue. Using lots of herbs really fills it with flavor! Serve it alongside grilled salmon or shrimp and you have the perfect Mediterranean dinner.
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Pasta Salad

This Pasta Salad will easily become your favorite summer side dish. It's full of summer's seasonal bounty. Bring it to your next barbecue and watch it disappear! Sometimes I saute the zucchini first to really bring out the flavor.
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Watermelon And Cucumber Salad

A bowl of watermelon salad with lime and pistachios. — Watermelon And Cucumber Salad. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Watermelon and Cucumber Salad is a great way to celebrate a warm summer day. It's full of watermelon, cucumber, feta, avocados, and mint. It's perfect for a summer party or neighborhood get-together.
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Grilled Zucchini

This marinated and grilled zucchini is the perfect veggie side dish for BBQs and cookouts. It's quick, simple, and so flavorful!
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Crispy Smashed Potato With Sour Cream And Chive Dip

Roasted sweet potato fries with a dipping sauce on a white plate. — Crispy Smashed Potato With Sour Cream And Chive Dip. Photo credit: Olive And Mango.

This smashed potato recipe is easy, delicious, and quite versatile when it comes to the spices you add to them. You can serve them with pretty much anything, but they’re best paired with a hot plate of barbecued ribs.
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Garden Salad (Fresh Italian Style)

A bowl of cucumber, tomato and onion salad. — Garden Salad (Fresh Italian Style). Photo credit: Christina's Cucina.

A fresh garden salad can easily be a meal in itself. Enjoy with a piece of cheese, a slice of crusty bread, or a hearty entree, and you're set.
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Peach Burrata Arugula Salad

Peach salad with goat cheese and pistachios. — Peach Burrata Arugula Salad. Photo credit: Make With Mara.

You'll love this Peach Burrata Arugula Salad! This simple and fresh recipe has fresh peaches with arugula, creamy burrata, and pistachios. Sounds like the perfect summer side dish, doesn’t it?
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Carrot Casserole

A casserole dish with carrots and parmesan cheese. — Carrot Casserole. Photo credit: Temecula Blogs.

This is the best carrot casserole recipe you’ll ever make! You can add diced broccoli and cauliflower in it too, if you like. This is a great vegetable side dish that goes well with meats and mains.
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Cucumber, Corn, & Black Bean Salsa Salad

A close up of a salad with black beans, tomatoes and cucumbers. — Cucumber, Corn, & Black Bean Salsa Salad. Photo credit: Laura Live Well.

This cucumber, corn, and black bean salad is full of fresh summer veggies! It can be enjoyed as a side dish, salad, or as a salsa for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Cucumber, Corn, & Black Bean Salsa Salad

Broccoli Salad

Broccoli Salad is a delicious side dish that’s made with broccoli, salty bacon, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and a homemade dressing! You will love this easy and flavorful dish that’s the perfect contribution to potlucks and cookouts.
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Italian Pasta Salad

Pasta salad with ham and vegetables in a pan. — Italian Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Busy Family Recipes.

Italian Pasta Salad is a summertime staple filled with deliciously crisp and fresh flavors. It’s made with a homemade zesty dressing and is the perfect side dish to bring to BBQs and picnics.
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Thai Pasta Salad

A bowl of pasta salad on a wooden cutting board. — Thai Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Cinnamon And Sage Co.

Thai Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for summer meals. It’s quick, refreshing, and full of fresh veggies!
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Ham Potato Au Gratin

A plate of potato casserole with parsley on it. — Ham Potato Au Gratin. Photo credit: Mom Foodie.

This delectable Ham and Potato Au Gratin recipe is a classic comfort food dish. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main meal or as a side dish at your next barbecue party. The combination of creamy potatoes, salty ham, and melted cheese makes for an irresistible flavor profile you won't soon forget.
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Seven Layer Salad

A salad with bacon, tomatoes and peas in a glass bowl. — Seven Layer Salad. Photo credit: Tastes Of Lizzy T.

Better than the traditional seven-layer salad, this version of the recipe is loaded with cheese, bacon, eggs, and a creamy dressing. Have your fill of this yummy salad at your next BBQ!
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Miso Mushroom With Soy Sauce

Mushrooms in a white bowl with chives. — Miso Mushroom With Soy Sauce. Photo credit: Mikha Eats.

These Miso Mushrooms with Soy Sauce are a flavor-bomb side dish that'll satisfy everyone with minimal effort! Easily whip up these bites of yumminess and serve them to guests.
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Corn Cheese

A spoon full of corn and cheese in a skillet. — Corn Cheese. Photo credit: Mikha Eats.

Easily make the gooiest melty Corn Cheese recipe at home with only 6 ingredients in under 10 minutes! It's the simplest side dish without the messiness of cutting corn off the cob.
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Mediterranean Orzo Pesto Salad

Greek orzo salad in a white bowl. — Mediterranean Orzo Pesto Salad. Photo credit: She's Not Cookin.

Savor the fresh and savory flavors of orzo, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and feta cheese in this delicious Mediterranean Orzo Pesto Salad. It's great for serving friends and family on a sunny summer day.
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Pea Salad

Pea salad is so easy to make! It’s full of flavors and textures, which is why it's a popular dish at any summer cookout or gathering.
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Smoked Baked Beans

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These Smoked Baked Beans are a perfect combination of smokey and sweet. They're a must-have for your next backyard barbecue!
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Quinoa With Zucchini And Tomatoes

Quinoa in a bowl. — Quinoa With Zucchini And Tomatoes. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Quinoa with Zucchini and Tomatoes is the perfect way to celebrate seasonal summer produce. Sauteeing the zucchini first gives it a nice smoky flavor.
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Marinated Tomato Basil Salad

Tomatoes and basil in a white bowl. — Marinated Tomato Basil Salad. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Marinated Tomato Salad is full of fresh flavor and can be used in so many ways as a side dish or a topping for chicken, beef or fish. Trust me, you'll be eating this all summer long.
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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

A bowl of pasta salad with vegetables and a pickle. — Dill Pickle Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Tastes Of Lizzy.

Pickles add a pop of tangy flavor to this picnic salad recipe. Dill Pickle Pasta Salad with a fresh dill, cool & creamy dressing.
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