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Side Dishes for BBQ recipe

Side Dishes for BBQ recipe

A collection of easy, crowd-pleasing side dishes perfect for any backyard BBQ gathering, featuring creamy coleslaw, classic potato salad, and grilled corn.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Creamy Coleslaw
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage mix (green and purple)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Classic Potato Salad
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes scrubbed and quartered
  • 4 large hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Simple Grilled Corn
  • 6 ears corn on the cob husks removed
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Coleslaw: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt until smooth. Add the shredded cabbage mix and toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
  2. Prepare the Potato Salad Base: Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain well and let cool slightly.
  3. Assemble the Potato Salad: In a bowl, combine the slightly warm potatoes, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and celery. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Gently fold the dressing into the potato mixture until just combined. Be careful not to mash the potatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate until serving.
  5. Prepare the Grilled Corn: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush the corn cobs lightly with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Grill the corn, turning every 3-4 minutes, until kernels are tender and slightly charred on all sides (about 12-15 minutes total). Serve immediately alongside the chilled potato salad and coleslaw.

Notes

These sides are best made ahead of time. The potato salad and coleslaw improve in flavor after refrigeration. For extra flavor on the corn, consider grilling the cobs wrapped in foil with a pat of chili-lime butter instead of plain butter.