22 Father’s Day BBQ Sides Make Any Cookout Feel Complete

Move over, jarred salsa! There’s a new dip in town and Dad is gonna love it. It’s filled with lots of fresh veggies, like tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeños, plus black-eyed peas and black beans. Scoop it up with chips!

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There are endless potato salad recipes out there, but if you want one that Dad is guaranteed to like, go with Ree’s perfect version. She says it’s “fluffy, light, flavorful, and packed with crunchy, tangy, delicious mix-ins.”

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Here’s an easy way to get Dad to eat his veggies! In addition to a homemade ranch, this salad is loaded with crispy bacon, tomato, green onion, and cheddar cheese. Ree says it’s a “steak dinner’s best friend.”

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Ree calls these "the best ever” for a reason. Maybe it has to do with the fact that they’re covered in thick slabs of bacon before being baked and served! Dad will want a second scoop for sure.

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Speaking of bacon, here’s a way to spruce up that seasonal corn. The sweetness of the corn and the saltiness of the bacon are made even better with a brush of spicy honey for an extra kick.

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Skillet cornbread is already a good idea. Those crispy edges are like nothing else! But when you add jalapeños for a spicy kick in every bite, it tastes even more magical.

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It’s asparagus season! Make the most of it by wrapping individual stalks in crispy prosciutto. It’s quite easy to do but looks and tastes very impressive.

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This simple pasta may be easy to make, but it certainly doesn’t lack flavor. It’s loaded with bits of tender ham, cheddar cheese, and peas which are all coated in a delightfully creamy dressing.

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What are cowboy beans, you ask? Oh, just Dad’s new favorite side dish, that’s all. It’s a smoky combination of beans, bacon, and beef that’s perfect for any barbecue.

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If you’ve ever had Mexican-style street corn, you know how good that creamy, tangy coating is. Turn it into a craveable pasta salad version with just the right touch of heat.

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The potatoes in this salad have a crispy finish that’s simply irresistible. Toss them with smoky bacon, fresh herbs, and a creamy dressing, and it will be a standout side at the celebration.

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Are seasonal tomatoes making an appearance at your local market? Put them to good use in this beautiful savory pie. Make the crust from scratch or save time with a store-bought version.

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With kielbasa, black-eyed peas, crunchy veggies, cheese, and a tangy lime dressing, every bite of this pasta salad is bursting with flavor. Dad doesn’t need to be an actual cowboy to enjoy it.

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If you’ve never made this Southern classic, it’s time to wow Dad with a new skill. This version is quite easy to make and only needs a few minutes to fry up to golden perfection.

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Crispy potatoes are an ideal side dish for any meal. But when you serve them with creamy ranch, it takes them to another level. There’s actually ranch seasoning on the potatoes and in the dressing for double the flavor.

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Simple and seasonal, this veggie side dish lets the best of summer shine. It’s a medley of corn, lima beans, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes sautéed in a little bit of butter. It tastes so fresh!

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Give Dad all the flavors he wants: salty bacon, tangy ranch dressing, sharp cheddar cheese. They’re all mixed with some pasta and veggies for added color and flavor. He’ll want to eat it all summer long!

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Zucchini is one of the best veggies of the summer. Why not fry it up to crispy perfection? It can be a fun appetizer before the meal or a side dish. Either way, Dad won’t stop snacking.

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