Don't let the burgers and dogs steal the show at your next cookout. From salad to slaw, these summer sides will make sure your whole meal sizzles.
"I was wondering when I would find a tasty, low-calorie and wonderful-tasting pasta salad. I finally found it."
-Andi of Longmeadow Farm
"This salad is so delicious and easy to make. It's a great dish for whipping up quickly."
-Recipe Reader
"This has an excellent combination of flavors, and I love the added texture of the crispy bread."
-Columbus Foodie
"Don't be afraid! Make it right now while watermelon is coming into peak season. Another reviewer mentioned Greek salad... Yes! If you like the taste of a Greek salad, you will really like this one."
-Aimzee
"This is delicious! I loved the dressing so much that I made another batch of it, added milk to make it the consistency of salad dressing, and used it on tossed salad."
-dedemiami
"This is an excellent recipe. The dressing is nice and light with a lemon-dill flavor."
-linrinblue
Whether you're serving it alongside freshly-grilled fish, steak, or just eating it with a spoon, this mango salsa adds a sweet, pleasantly spicy kick to any summer plate.
Served cold, this refreshing soup can be served as a light lunch on a hot day or as a first course for a special summertime dinner party.
"I’ve been making dill pickles for 40 years, always looking for the perfect taste, but never quite getting there. I was just about ready to stop growing cucumbers and just buy Claussen's, but then I tried this recipe. Eureka! These dills are dead simple to make and awesomely delicious. Thank you for ending a 40 year quest!"
-Dan S.
"This is an awesome slaw recipe. It is easy to prepare and over-the-top good."
-Meekocu2
"This salad hit the spot on a hot summer's day. It was refreshing and so attractive."
-ladyfingers
"This salad is great. It has a wonderful mix of color and flavor."
-Kate in Ontario
"The flour double dip is the secret. The coating was perfect! I placed my flour mixture in a Ziploc bag and shook my squash in it to get an even coat, both before and after the wash. Less mess. Less dishes. Less work. Happy me."
-Beth G.
"I took this to a Labor Day cookout, and everyone loved it. It was the first time I've ever used buttermilk, and I was quite impressed."
-Auntie Jan
"I absolutely love this recipe. Every time I take this slaw to a party, it gets rave reviews."
-loriwhited
"This worked perfectly. I enjoyed the bits of char-grill on my corn. I'll make this easy recipe again."
-breezermom
"Incredible bean salad; I couldn't get enough of it. Made a big batch and kept it in the fridge all week. Perfect lunch or side!"
-Jonathan Melendez
"I made this for dinner the other night and my family gobbled it up in no time."
-mommyoffour
"Finally, a shrimp fried rice recipe... to-go! These are so fun for parties, and the recipe is such a great way to use up leftover rice!"
-Jonathan Melendez
"Turned out great! I didn't have any lemon pepper seasoning, so I just marinated in lemon juice and black pepper for about 10 minutes."
-ljkallmeyer
"Very good potatoes! So easy and tasty. I used smoked paprika and skipped the dill. A perfect side dish for a backyard get together."
-TheGrumpyChef
"Made this with the addition of chicken for a main course salad. Very tasty!"
-shortstuff
"This is a nice salad recipe. It's been a hit at every social gathering this summer."
-Rand0mH3r0
"What an easy and yummy salad. It's a great way to use my homegrown summer tomatoes."
-*Parsley*
"This is a great low-carb treat. I used it for a delicious sandwich that made me feel like I wasn't cheating on my diet."
-~Leslie~
"I loved this salad. Rotisserie chicken allows for a quick dinner with many flavor options, too."
-Mommy Diva
"Delicious salad — refreshingly sweet and tangy, perfect for summer barbecues!"
-DeliciousAsItLooks
"This was delightful with a nice mix of sweet and spicy flavors!"
-Kumquat the Cat's friend
"What a great way to cook fries. These turned out soft and delicious on the inside and crispy and crunchy on the outside."
-LoverlyLady
"I made these last night with steak, and they were so good. The salted skin made the potato."
-chef mommy pepitone
"What a delicious salad! The peppery arugula goes beautifully with the refreshing vinaigrette. It would be perfect for a dinner party."
-Delicious as it Looks
"I really loved this. Even the leftovers had a wonderful grilled flavor."
-JackieOhNo!
"I would give this recipe more than 5 stars if allowed. It is the most amazing combination of flavors. It's sweet and tart, then you get an after kick of hot pepper, garlic, or cilantro. The lime juice is the perfect ingredient to bring all the flavors together."
-Miss Annie
"This is a really tasty tabbouleh. The peas and feta make for a perfectly sweet and salty contrast."
-Lalaloula
"My husband is a fanatical pasta critic, and even he approved of this recipe."
-kiwidutch
When you're stuck between friend green tomatoes, Caprese salad and tomatillo salsa you need to drop everything and make these stacked salads — they'll satisfy every craving.
"Simple is certainly sometimes the best. This salad is easy to make and very tasty."
-Chef Dudo
"I adore potato salads, especially homemade ones and this was a real winner!"
-anniesnomsblog
"A great recipe. It has nice, complex flavors. If you let it sit for several hours or overnight, the flavor will be even better."
-merky125
"This salad was full of flavor. I loved the capers in it."
-French Tart
"There can't possibly be a better way to enjoy fresh, garden tomatoes and basil."
-Cookin-jo
"This was fun to make! I encourage anyone who tries it to use pumpkin carving equipment to make the job easier."
-Animal Azar
"This is the taco salad that my mom made for me as a kid! But I often add extra corn or garbanzo beans to make it more flavorful."
-JaLinGra
"This salad is easy to make and has a fantastic flavor. I already want to make it again soon."
-lauralie41
"This is a great summer recipe. It's my best friend's favorite, and she eats a lot of salads."
-Pinot Grigio
"I finally found the ideal potato salad! The flavor is just perfect for us, and the cream is a nice touch."
-Hey Jude
"This is the best tuna salad ever! I didn't want anything exotic, just restaurant-style tuna salad. It has depth and is well-rounded."
-miamiunv_2036617
This green salad is fresh and crunchy with plenty of protein and fiber.
"I love this salad. I have been searching for the perfect summer recipe, and this is it, folks."
-JuneDawg
"I'd give these more stars if I could. We love them and make them regularly. They take a little time to prepare, but well worth the effort!"
-one_of_t2
"This has everything I look for in a summer salad. It's fresh, crunchy and colorful — with flavor, flavor and more flavor."
-Inge 1505
"This soup is excellent. I used homemade vegetable broth and added a little thyme. Super yum!"
-SharonChen
"This is a fantastic, flavorful egg salad. My husband and I both loved it."
-GaylaJ
"This was very good, and a huge hit at the potluck I prepared it for."
-Chef Romano-Clarke
"This is delicious! It's just the right amount of tart and sweet. I had this with salad greens and loved it! "
-Sharon123
"This is one of my favorite summer side dishes because of its flexibility and seasonality."
-Kathleen R.
"This is a great salad. It looks beautiful and tastes delicious."
-Lucky in Bayview
"This is a great pasta salad. It has become an entertainment staple in our house."
-dawn_sanders
"These shells were delicious, and everyone loved them. They were fast and easy to prepare and looked so pretty on the platter."
-Mrs.Jack
"This is the best macaroni salad I have ever made, without a doubt. We had a big family get-together and it was the most-popular dish I served."
-ratherbeswimmin'
"This is really good. It makes a really nice addition to any BBQ."
-Caryn Gale
"These were very good potatoes. I especially loved the garlic in them."
-CulinaryExplorer
"What a delightful change of pace. We really thought the pecans brought a great layer of flavor and texture to this salad."
-Debbwl
Everyone will be happy with this creamy, flavorful pasta salad at your next BBQ party!
"This tastes just like the restaurant version. Now I never have to go out to eat."
-ChefLiLMama
"This is a very yummy twist on pasta salad. The beans, corn and bell pepper go great together, and the cheese is a nice addition, too."
-Lalaloula
"This is always a hit. I love that it's a pasta salad without the mayo."
-La Dilettante
"My family went absolutely crazy over this pasta salad. It's so amazing, I wouldn't change a single thing about it."
-Juenessa
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