18 Cookout Side Dishes Everyone Will Love

By Jenn Segal

Burgers and hot dogs may get top billing, but the sides are often the best part of a cookout. From fresh corn recipes to creamy potato salad and other crowd-pleasing favorites, these easy cookout sides are just what you need to round out the menu.

Greek Salad

Want to make the best-ever Greek salad? A few simple tweaks to the classic recipe make this version second to none!
Summer Avocado Salad

Bursting with flavor, nutrition, and fresh veggies, this avocado salad tastes like summer in a bowl.
Fresh Corn Salad

Capture the essence of summer with this easy, make-ahead fresh corn salad——simply toss it together, and it’s ready to serve whenever you are!
Quinoa Salad with Fresh Corn, Tomatoes, Avocado & Lime

This summery quinoa salad with crisp corn, juicy tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, creamy avocado, and fresh lime is as healthy as it is filling.
Black Bean and Corn Salad with Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette

This make-ahead black bean and corn salad is a real crowd-pleaser. Bonus: it doubles as a dip!
Southwest Chickpea and Corn Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette

Party-perfect and easy to make ahead, this salad features sweet corn, crisp red bell peppers, and buttery chickpeas tossed in a cumin-scented honey-lime vinaigrette.
All-American Potato Salad

This classic potato salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of crunch.
Broccoli Salad with Bacon, Cheddar & Almonds

This make-ahead broccoli salad with smoky bacon, sharp Cheddar and crunchy almonds is ideal for a potluck or BBQ.
Israeli Salad with Feta

Crunchy cucumbers and juicy tomatoes tossed with lemon, olive oil, and fragrant herbs, Israeli salad is a staple on Israeli tables from morning til night.
Black Bean Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

This make-ahead and festive black bean salad is a huge crowd-pleaser. Perfect for a summer cookout!
Creamy Cucumber Salad

A summer staple, this creamy cucumber salad boasts a crunchy texture and tangy, rich flavor.
Mediterranean Bulgur Salad

With fresh herbs, chopped vegetables and chickpeas, this Middle Eastern-style bulgur salad is like a bulked-up tabbouleh.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This super-simple chickpea salad makes a delicious lunch or side dish to grilled shrimp or chicken.
Macaroni Salad

This macaroni salad has all the appeal of the old-fashioned, mayo-dressed version but with a few updates to make it taste brighter and better.
German Potato Salad

Skip the mayo! Creamy potatoes, pickled red onions, and a zingy vinaigrette make this German potato salad a summer standout.
Classic Coleslaw

Whip up the ultimate tangy, creamy, and crunch-packed coleslaw in just 10 minutes — the perfect sidekick for all your summer cookouts!
Cucumber Salad

Light, refreshing, and with a tangy bite, this cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for any summer picnic or BBQ.
Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Charred corn on the cob brushed with a zesty sauce, sprinkled with chili, and finished with cotija cheese—perfect for cookouts or taco nights.