45 Sides For The Best Father's Day BBQ Ever

In my opinion, pimento cheese is infinitely better when it’s served warm, and a small pepper becomes the perfect vessel for it in this recipe. These are a really good vegetarian alternative to a jalapeño popper, so everyone can enjoy them at your Father's Day spread.

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Blueberries, peaches, cucumbers, AND feta? You’ll be amazed by how well this combination comes together in salad form. This might become the most vibrant, elegant salad you’ll bring to a picnic in the park or a summer BBQ dinner.

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Love French onion soup but looking for something that’s a little more casual? These French onion smashed potatoes are calling your name. Crispy smashed baby Yukons are topped with caramelized onions and gooey Gruyère for a snackable bite-sized spin on the beloved classic soup.

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The char and smoke from the grill get picked up perfectly by the potatoes to make an amazing side for burgers. Take it from us, though, and don't skip step 1. It's pretty much impossible to get potatoes tender and cooked through on the grill alone; parboiling the potatoes guarantees creamy centers and crisp, charred outsides.

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Few veggies grill up as nicely as asparagus. Thin stalks get crispy while thicker ones get tender. Finish with a bit of lemon or Parm and you'll have the perfect summer side dish in under 5 minutes.

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If Caesar salad took a vacation to the Midwest, she would become this broccoli Caesar pasta salad. Bright green crisp-tender broccoli is tossed with cavatappi, shredded parm, and shards of crispy croutons in a silky homemade Caesar dressing for an unforgettable spin on the classic cookout staple.

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When it comes to year-round American cuisine, baked beans could quite possibly be looked at as one of the most classic side dishes. They’re sweet, tangy, savory, and the best part, surprisingly easy to make. Not to mention, they’re a one-pot wonder!

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A classic potato salad is a must-have at every picnic and BBQ. This one is creamy and tangy, with a little bit of crunch from the onion and pickles.

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Think of this as a better taco salad (because pasta!), that's perfect for potlucks and BBQS. Trust us, once you add ground beef to pasta salad, you won't be able to stop—it's that good.

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Whether you call it elotes or Mexican street corn, this recipe is a classic that you can find all over Mexico and the U.S. In my classic recipe, grilled corn is covered in a creamy mayo and Mexican crema mixture before being topped with chili powder, cotija cheese, and plenty of lime juice.

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Potato salad is about as classic a summer side as it gets, and we love experimenting with different flavor combinations. If you’re looking to lighten up your usual potato salad, look no further—this version is bursting with all the flavors of your favorite antipasto.

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Forget charcuterie, our newest obsession: French fry boards. You can fill them with whatever type of fries you like best. We just recommend a good variety. As for sauces, you can do better than just ketchup. Think: peri peri sauce, mango chutney, spicy mayo, and honey mustard!

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Don’t look now, but I put deviled eggs in the air fryer. And guess what? They’re real good. Like, never-make-a-deviled-egg-the-same-way-again good. I know, it’s bold to try a new take on a traditional recipe of which most people have very strong opinions, but it was worth it.

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Packed with fresh fruits, cooling cucumber, and juicy tomatoes, this vibrant summer salad works as a colorful centerpiece to lunch or dinner, or as an accompaniment to fish or grilled meat. The combination of juicy peaches, tart blackberries, fresh herbs, and toasted walnuts piled over zesty honeyed ricotta packs an incredible punch.

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This rice pilaf recipe has enough going on to be the main event, but can also be the supporting role for roasted meats and fish. Textures are the key to giving this dish complexity: A crunch from the almonds, a freshness from the herbs and lemon, and a sharp, briny punch of feta all combine for the perfect bite.

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Green beans are an iconic side, and now they're getting their summer update If you're cooking over an actual grill, just be sure to place a heavy-duty piece of foil over the grates before adding the green beans. No grill or grill pan? A cast-iron skillet works well too!

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To make this a truly vegan-friendly slaw, there is neither mayonnaise nor honey in the mix. We use maple to bring out the veggies’ natural sweetness and Dijon mustard helps emulsify the oil and vinegar while adding a bit of a kick.

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In this summer salad, grilled plums get tossed with crispy pancetta, tangy goat cheese, fresh cherry tomatoes, and grilled sourdough bread, then drizzled with a maple-Dijon dressing, turning this humble salad into a work of art.

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Really any type of onion will work here, but I think Vidalia are the best for their slightly sweet bite. Dip them in some mayo (Kewpie is highly recommended) and ketchup, and get ready for the freshest onion rings you've ever tasted.

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Boiled corn on the cob is one of our go-to summer sides all season long, but we can't deny it: Something extra special happens when you throw corn on the grill. The sweetness and crunch that comes from the sweet summer corn complemented by a bit of smoky char? It's truly unbeatable.

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