The warm weather makes it the ideal time for a backyard barbecue. You have the main course covered, but what about side dishes? Check out some tasty side dishes that will take your backyard barbecue to the next level.
Classic Southern Potato Salad
You might not live in the South, but you have to admit that Southern potato salad is the best around. You can make it like a true Southerner with this potato salad recipe. You’ll use Yukon gold potatoes to make this delectable dish. Make sure you don’t salt the potatoes before cooking them, or the potato salad will be runny.
Classic Macaroni Salad
Macaroni salad is also a popular choice at backyard barbecues. Instead of buying it from the store, use this recipe to make classic macaroni salad. The crisp vegetables and eggs play off each other, creating the ideal macaroni salad. It’s creamy and delicious and goes perfectly alongside ribs and other entrees.
Creamy Coleslaw
What would a backyard barbecue be without coleslaw? The only issue is the store-bought variety usually disappoints. You can avoid that issue with this recipe for creamy coleslaw. Unlike the soupy store-bought variety, this coleslaw packs a serious crunch. Plus, it uses a coleslaw salad mix, so it’s quick and easy to make.
Avocado Caprese Salad
You will fall in love with this recipe for avocado Caprese salad. It takes the classic Caprese salad and adds a twist by including avocado. The ingredients blend together perfectly, creating the perfect side for a backyard barbecue.
Easy Italian Pasta Salad With Pepperoni
Pasta salad is another dish that’s hit or miss when you buy it from the store. Fortunately, this recipe for easy Italian pasta salad with pepperoni is always a hit. The recipe calls for spaghetti noodles, but you’re free to use a different type if you prefer. No matter which noodles you choose, you will make a pasta salad that’s so delicious people will be asking for the recipe.
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Barbecue Baked Beans
Baked beans are a must-have when hosting a backyard barbecue. Instead of just opening up a can, try this recipe for the best barbecue baked beans. This recipe is full of tasty ingredients, including bacon, green bell peppers, brown sugar, and yellow mustard. Then, of course, the recipe calls for pork and beans. One thing to keep in mind when making this recipe – it’s so good that you’ll find yourself sneaking bites before it’s done. Make extra so you’ll have plenty to serve at the barbecue.
These recipes are a great starting point for your backyard barbecue. They are also easy to make, so you won’t have to put in a ton of time to have a meal to remember.
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