Typically summer side dishes are salads, like potato, pasta, and macaroni. But non-salad side dishes are delicious too! Vegetables are a great addition to a summer meal, and these make the most of fresh summer produce. Easy to make, try one of these 16 non-salad summer side dishes the next time you’re putting together a cookout menu.
Zucchini, Bacon And Mushroom Saute
"This is a side dish my husband threw together and it goes great with some nice grilled steaks. The aroma and the flavors are so wonderful! Even our picky eater enjoys it." - Sue
Fried Zucchini
"I love using up my fresh garden zucchini, which seems to always be more than I can keep up with. These fried zucchini strips go fast, so make plenty and serve 'em up while it's good and hot." - Holly
Fresh Tomato Infused Rice
"Great variation of a rice dish. Great with chicken or pork." - Barbara
Chipotle Mayo Topping For Roasted Corn On The Cob
"This recipe for chipotle mayonnaise is one of my favorite toppings and it is highly addictive, I must warn. It is also perfect for summer cookouts and camping trips to the lake so if you like your corn on the cob." - Adriana
Creamed Broccoli
"Creamed broccoli with bacon covered in plenty of melted cheese!" - Kevin
Mama's Fried Okra With Green Tomatoes
"When it comes to frying okra no one does it better than my Mama. She uses a simple method that makes delicious crispy fried okra every time. My family has always added a chopped up green tomato when frying okra, they two go really well together making for a wonderful side dish to any meal." - Janet
Loaded Summer Squash Casserole
"My family loves my version of squash casserole. A lot of recipes use cream of mushroom soup, but I use cream of celery instead because it adds great flavor to the dish." - Julie
Country Garden Fritters With Chili Lemon Cream
"I married the love of my life and he dislikes most veggies so I had to get creative. This is his favorite so far." - Lori
Grilled Fresh Green Beans
"This bean and veggie combination is even more delicious cooked outside on the grill. Leave the bacon out for a healthier/vegetarian dish." - Lynn
Fried Green Tomatoes
"They end up with that iconic green tomato tart and buttermilk tang with a crunchy salt and pepper crust. These are just perfect!" - The Kitchen Crew
Boiled Corn With Jalapenos and Honey
"Fresh boiled corn is so sweet and crisp and I thought it was pure heaven until I discovered the milk and honey bath. Boiling corn in a milk and honey bath adds a certain richness that brings fresh corn up to a whole new level of greatness." - Debbie
Zucchini Or Summer Squash Fritters
"We all have an abundance of both yellow summer squash and zucchini. Here's a recipe that allows you to have your squash and save it too!" - Rose
Summer Squash Casserole
"Something different to do with ALL that yellow summer squash and zucchini that just keeps coming! It's quick and easy to prepare. Make a great side dish to many of your summer BBQ favorites." - Cheryl
Tamarind Okra Fries
"Baked and paired with tamarind, this okra recipe is simply irresistible and a house favorite. My kids call them fries and often try to pass them off as their greens requirement for the day." - Shika
Zucchini And Tomatoes Foil Packets
"Simple simple side dish a little cheese and the little ones are sure to at least try these green treasures." - Natalie