It’s not a picnic without all those yummy salads and sides, so here are 12 Easy Summer Picnic Salads and Side Dishes that’ll have everyone coming back for more!
From Memorial Day to the 4th of July to Labor Day and everything in between, these summer salads and sides go perfectly with grilled burgers, hot dogs, chicken, ribs, steaks, or whatever else is on your menu!
All of these salad and side dish recipes are my favorites from right here on the blog that I make all summer long, whether it’s for a holiday picnic or barbecue with family and friends or a simple weeknight cookout for just the two of us.
Tuscan Pasta Salad With Grilled Vegetables Recipe
There’s something for everyone on this list. I’ve got macaroni salad, pasta salad, potato salad, coleslaw, veggie salads, corn on the cob, and more. And the best part is they’re all simple to make and taste absolutely delicious!
This easy Classic Creamy Macaroni Salad has tender pasta, crunchy veggies, and chopped eggs tossed with a mayonnaise-based dressing. It's a must-have, crowd-pleasing side dish for all your summertime picnics, potlucks, and barbecues!
Tired of the same old potato salad? Change things up with this delicious Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Salad that tastes like a loaded baked potato! It's the perfect addition to your next barbecue or potluck.
Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe
This Broccoli and Cauliflower salad has fresh broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, onion, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries tossed in a creamy poppy seed dressing. It's one of my favorite summer salads!
Nothing says summer like this cool, crisp, sweet and tangy Cucumber and Onion Salad! It's super quick and easy to put together, and it goes great with all things grilled!
This Easy Ramen Noodle Salad is sweet, tangy, crunchy, colorful, quick to make, and so delicious that everyone will be asking for seconds (and maybe even thirds)!
Best Picnic Side Dishes
This Sweet and Tangy No-Mayo Coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing alternative to traditional coleslaw. It's great as a side dish or piled on top of sandwiches or tacos!
This quick and easy Italian Chickpea Salad is fresh, crisp, colorful, full of good-for-you veggies and mozzarella cheese, and tossed with a balsamic dressing. It's great for lunch, a light supper, or as a side dish
Ambrosia Salad is a quick and easy classic dessert or side dish that's popular for holidays and potlucks, but it's too good not to enjoy more often!
Southern Side Dishes For Summer Picnics
This Antipasto Pasta Salad is full of pasta, veggies, meats, and cheese all tossed with a homemade red wine vinegar dressing. It's super easy to make and is absolutely packed with flavor!
This Cucumber, Onion and Tomato Salad is so easy and so out-of-this-world delicious, you will want to make it again and again and again! It's the perfect side dish salad for your summer picnics and potlucks!
Caprese Salad With Balsamic Drizzle has ripe, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a sweet and tangy balsamic reduction for an extra punch of flavor in every bite! This classic Italian appetizer is summer on a plate!
Easy Potluck Sides
Once you try Instant Pot Corn on the Cob, you may never want to cook fresh corn any other way. It's quick, easy, and the corn is perfectly crisp-tender and delicious every time!
Also, check out my recipes for Cold Brew Iced Tea and Easy Homemade Lime Lemonade for some cold and refreshing drinks to serve alongside all of that delicious food, as well as the list below for some easy summertime dessert ideas.Side Dishes Recipes – Are you invited to a potluck or picnic and don’t know what to bring? Fret not! These easy side dishes for picnics or potlucks are quick to whip up, portable, and super delicious. From Cheesy Corn Fritters to Roasted Potato Salad, we guarantee you’ll make a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy!
This Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Recipe is nourishing and easy to whip up - The perfect base for your low carb lunches and dinners.
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Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
This coleslaw recipe only takes a few minutes to make and is packed with bright and delicious flavor! Super creamy, crunchy, and fresh coleslaw you can make in a cinch!
These Corn Fritters are crispy on the edges, soft in the middle – A great side dish for a host of dinners!
Easy Picnic Side Dishes To Enjoy Outside
This avocado shrimp salad recipe with lettuce and tomato, is THE BEST healthy salad meal. Perfect for lunch or any night of the week!
Avocado Salad with Tomato, Eggs, and Cucumber is so easy to make! Fresh, healthy and super delicious, the best salad to add to your dinner table.
This avocado chicken salad recipe is light, flavorful, and easy to make - Perfect Healthy salad recipe for your next barbecue or potluck!
Easy Pasta Salad Recipe: Summer Side Dish
1 1/2 lb (750g) baby potatoes, cleaned and halved (keep the tiny ones whole) 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon garlic, finely diced 1/2 lemon 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt & black pepper
1. To make the garlic browned butter baby potatoes: Place halved potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to the boil for 10 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and allow to steam dry for 10 minutes, while you’re preparing the sauce.
2. While potatoes are drying, in a pan melt in butter over medium heat. As butter begins to foam, keep gently stirring as the butter turns to a light brown color.After a couple of minutes you will start to see tiny dark specks start to form on the surface of the pan, these are just the milk solids. Once the butter turns a deeper brown color, it will release a nutty aroma and the brown butter is ready.
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3. Once butter is browned, add minced garlic and fry for a minute then stir the juice of half a lemon, parsley, and salt and pepper. Add cooked baby potatoes and give them a good stir to absorb those delicious flavors.
A hearty salad is one of the best side dishes for a picnic or potluck. Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, spinach, tomatoes, and cucumbers can be tossed together with vinaigrette or other light dressing options. It’s simple to prepare and doesn’t require a lot of advanced cooking. Additionally, it’s a great way to get a good balance of nutrients into your picnic meal.
Pasta salad is another picnic and potluck staple. Cooked macaroni, spiral noodles, or any other small pasta shapes can be mixed with various ingredients like vegetables, cheese, olives, and tuna for a filling side dish. A light vinaigrette dressing keeps the salad light and flavorful.
The Best Easy Summer Side Dishes
Finally, no picnic or potluck is complete without potatoes. From a classic potato salad to oven-baked sweet potatoes, potato dishes provide a good amount of starch and can be just as versatile as any other side dish you can make. Add herbs, spices, and other seasonings to give the potatoes a unique flavor and ensure a side dish to please your guests.
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