Gathering with friends and family for the unofficial beginning of summer is a Memorial Day weekend tradition. Adding some flavorful side dishes to your hot dogs and hamburgers will take your Memorial Day meal to the next level. From potato salad to baked beans and grilled vegetables, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. These 15 easy Memorial Day side dishes guarantee everyone leaves your barbecue full.
Maggie’s Everything Slaw
“Had everything to make coleslaw, plus a lot of homegrown veggies. So I made up this recipe and my husband loved it. This is very refreshing.” – Callie
Orzo Salad
“This is a favorite salad I make often. It’s so versatile you can really make it your own easily! Make sure to taste the dressing as you are making it to adjust to your liking! And add as little or as much as you’d like.” – Lindsey
Southern Potato Salad
“This is a recipe I have been making for my family for as long as I can remember. Every time we have family gatherings, they always request it.” – Pam
BLT Bow-Tie Pasta Salad
“This salad is great any time and for any occasion. It’s delicious too! You can half the recipe if need be. Great for game day parties and cookouts.” – Mary
Fiesta Corn Salad
“A tasty salad to serve beside a steak.” – Robert
Broccoli Crunch Salad With a Parmesan Twist
“Light, crisp, savory, and sweet are the words that come to mind when I describe this salad. There are so many versions, and I decided to change mine up a bit with Parmesan cheese. Great for summer gatherings!” – Mary Kay
Southern Baked Beans
“These Southern Baked Beans are sticky and sweet with just enough saltiness to balance the flavors. This is the last recipe you need.” – Debbie
German Cucumber Salad, a.k.a. Gurken Salat
“I got this recipe from my neighbor’s mother. She taught me how to make it. She was from Bavaria Province in Germany.” – Diane
Grilled Vegetables with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Glaze
“My mom and grandmother would make this when they had leftover veggies that they couldn’t use or it wasn’t enough to make a complete dish. I’ve seen this done on so many cooking shows and have made it so often. It never really makes it to the dinner table!” – Denise
Family Favorite Panzanella Salad
“Italian Panzanella Salad or Bread Salad is an awesome way to use up any day-old dinner rolls or bakery hamburger buns you may have. Serve as a side salad or lay sliced, grilled chicken breasts or grilled jumbo shrimp on top for a quick and delicious meal. If you love garlic croutons, this salad is for you.” – Family Favorites
Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe
“A Mediterranean-inspired tortellini pasta salad that is packed with vegetables and flavour!” – Kevin
Chicken and Bacon Macaroni Salad
“I like to add different colored peppers sliced thin and put on top of the salad for color.” – Sue
Couscous Salad
“Minty comfort food that leaves you feeling good about yourself, and it tastes so good.” – Joeyjoan
Sweet n’ Spicy Black Bean Salad
“This is one of my favorite bean salads ever. Sweet, spicy, and fresh. I love it!” – Theresa
Easy Tortellini Salad
“This is my fresh-tasting, flavorful, tortellini salad that is always a big hit at family gatherings!” – Lillian