Hey dudes,
Let’s say that you’ve got the main attraction ready to go, the perfect steak! But what about the sides? Don’t let your meat steal all the glory. Here are 10 quick and easy side dishes that will make your BBQ the stuff of legends. Let’s get cooking!
1. Grilled Corn on the Cob
Ingredients:
Fresh corn on the cob, Butter, Salt, Pepper.
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Husk the corn and remove the silk. Brush the corn with melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until it’s charred and tender.
Serve with extra butter on the side.
2. Classic Coleslaw
Ingredients:
1/2 head of green cabbage(shredded), 1/2 head of red cabbage (shredded), 2 large carrots (shredded), 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar.
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and carrots. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
3. Baked Beans
Ingredients:
2 cans of baked beans, 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 onion (diced), 1 tbsp mustard
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a baking dish, combine all the ingredients. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Garlic Bread
Ingredients:
1 loaf of French bread, 1/2 cup butter (softened), 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup chopped parsley, Salt to taste.
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a bowl, mix the butter, garlic, parsley, and salt. Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter mixture evenly. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden and crispy. Slice and serve. Perfect for soaking up all those meaty juices.
5. Caprese Salad
Ingredients:
Fresh tomatoes, sliced. Fresh mozzarella, sliced, Fresh basil leaves, Olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, Salt and pepper.
Instructions:
Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter, alternating them. Tuck basil leaves between the slices. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Potato Salad
Ingredients:
2 lbs potatoes (peeled and cubed), 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp mustard, 1/2 cup diced celery, 1/4 cup diced onion, Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions:
Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, celery, and onion. In a separate bowl, mix the mayo, mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and mix gently. Chill before serving.
7. Grilled Asparagus
Ingredients:
Fresh asparagus, Olive oil, Salt and pepper, Lemon wedges
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Serve with lemon wedges.
8. Watermelon Salad
Ingredients:
Fresh watermelon (cubed), Feta cheese (crumbled), Fresh mint leaves (chopped), Olive oil, Salt and pepper.
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, feta, and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently and serve.
9. Macaroni Salad
Ingredients:
2 cups elbow macaroni (cooked and cooled), 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup diced celery, 1/4 cup diced bell pepper, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, onion, celery, and bell pepper. In a separate bowl, mix the mayo, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the macaroni and mix well. Chill before serving.
10. Grilled Pineapple
Ingredients:
Fresh pineapple (peeled, cored, and sliced), Brown sugar, Cinnamon.
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium heat, sprinkle the pineapple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon, grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized and warm.
There you have it, dudes! Ten killer side dishes to take your BBQ game to the next level. Now, get out there on the grill and impress everyone with these awesome sides!
