With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start stocking your pantry, your refrigerator, and your freezer with all of the best warm-weather treats. Of course, no summer would be complete without picnics and barbecues, and while everyone knows that burgers, hot dogs, chips, and dip go down a treat, it might be time to welcome some delicious summer side dishes into the mix.
Blistered Green Beans With Fried Shallots
When you’re eating a lot of beige barbecue and picnic food, you can often crave something healthy and green, so why not give these blistered green beans with fried shallots a whirl? They’re crunchy, crispy, tangy, and delicious, and can be cooked right on the grill.
Potato Salad With Mustard Sauce And Watercress
You can’t have a summer meal without having potato salad, right? This twist on the traditional recipe features an incredible mustard sauce that your barbecue guests will be clambering for it for the rest of your days.
Sweet And Spicy Grilled Summer Squash
If you’re looking for something sweet, spicy, and all-around saucy, then this recipe is for you. Perfect as a side, this grilled squash can be paired with the veggies of your choosing, but sometimes it’s better to just keep things simple.
Tomato-Watermelon Salad With Turmeric Oil
There’s something about putting watermelon in a savory salad that just makes everyone happy, and it tastes even better when it’s paired with tomatoes and turmeric oil. Topped off with salt and spice, this summer side dish is absolutely stunning.
Wilted Greens In Tomato-Bacon Broth
As if wilted greens weren’t perfect enough for your barbecue, things get even better when you add a tomato-bacon broth into the mix. This broth really is good enough to drink and is great for those who want a bit of meatiness alongside their meaty picnic or barbecue.
So, which one of these summer side dishes will you be making first?