The 4 best vegetable side dishes for a barbecue
Sides are the unsung heroes of barbecue. Bright, refreshing, and packed with vegetables, they balance the richness of those ribs, burgers, and sausages. They also meet our (strict) shared plate criteria: they feed a crowd, travel well, and can be prepared ahead of time. Here’s our take on four beloved classics: a herbed chickpea salad, roasted sweet peppers, and sparkling red wine vinegar; mustard potato salad with crispy green beans; crispy sesame coleslaw; and grilled corn salad with lots of lemon and cilantro.
Mustard Potato Salad with Green Beans
This French-style potato salad is lighter than standard store mayonnaise and has a great bright flavor from the mustard, shallot, vinegar, and capers. It’s hearty enough to pair with a burger, yet refined enough to serve with a whole grilled fish.
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Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Peppers
The combination of red onion, sumac, and red wine vinegar is flavorful and bright.
sesame salad
A light and healthy coleslaw that packs some serious flavor. Toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar make it sweet and tangy, so it goes well with… just about anything.
grilled corn salad
Making the Most of Summer Corn: This recipe balances its sweetness with smoked poblano and hot jalapeno peppers, plus tangy lime juice.
