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Top 20 Summer Side Dishes for BBQ Chicken

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Discover twenty delightful summer side dishes that beautifully complement BBQ chicken, offering freshness and variety for unforgettable gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumbers, diced
  • Red onions, thinly sliced
  • Avocados, cubed
  • Feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh herbs (basil or parsley)
  • Olive oil and lemon juice for dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Zucchini, sliced
  • Bell peppers, cut into strips
  • Asparagus, trimmed
  • Corn on the cob (or canned corn)
  • Jalapeños, diced
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Lime juice
  • Watermelon, diced
  • Pineapple, diced
  • Strawberries, sliced
  • Blueberries
  • Baby potatoes or russet potatoes
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
  • Garlic, minced
  • Green cabbage, finely shredded
  • Carrots, grated
  • Mayonnaise
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Brown sugar
  • Ketchup
  • Diced onion
  • Carrots, sliced
  • Celery sticks
  • Cooked quinoa
  • Red onion, finely chopped
  • Greek yogurt or mayo for dressing
  • Butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions in a large bowl.
  2. Gently fold in the avocados and crumbled feta.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss gently to combine, and serve immediately.
  5. Preheat your grill over medium-high heat and grill zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus, seasoning with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Grill corn on the cob, allow to cool, and mix with diced jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  7. Combine watermelon, pineapple, strawberries, and blueberries in a bowl. Drizzle with honey if desired and garnish with mint leaves.
  8. Toss chopped potatoes with olive oil, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper, and roast until golden brown.
  9. Mix together shredded cabbage and carrots; combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  10. Mix canned or dried beans with brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, and diced onion and bake until bubbly.
  11. Arrange sliced carrots, celery, and bell peppers on a platter and serve with dip.
  12. Combine cooked quinoa, red onion, cucumbers, and feta; drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  13. Toss sliced cucumbers with yogurt or mayo dressing and chill.
  14. Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil until smooth and serve with pita chips.
  15. Spread garlic mixture over French bread and bake until golden brown.

Notes

Utilize the freshest seasonal ingredients to enhance flavors and ensure variety in your BBQ spread.

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