+25 Last Minute Side Dish Ideas for your BBQ

Last-minute side dish ideas can save your Cookout, OR they can also enhance your BBQ menu.

Collect rave reviews from your family and friends and save time in your kitchen with these extra useful last-minute side dish recipes!

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Here you will find super quick BBQ sides. Most of the recipes take between 5 and 15 minutes to prepare from scratch.

All include fresh ingredients, a few are classics, others are out of the box recipes for your barbecue.

The total time to prep and cook is in the title of the recipe. That way you know what to expect and you can plan ahead.

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5 Min Corn & Bean Salad
5 mins Corn and Bean Salad Recipe
10 Min South German Coleslaw
German Coleslaw Recipe
14 Min French Green Bean Salad with Vinaigrette
French Green Bean Salad Recipe
35 Min Broccoli and Radish Salad
Broccoli Radish Salad Recipe
15 Min Bavarian Potato Salad
Warm Bavarian Potato Salad Recipe
10 Min Mexican Quinoa Salad
Mexican Quinoa Salad
20 Min White Radish Salad
Bavarian Radi Salad Recipe
10 Min Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles
Asian Ramen Coleslaw - The Cookin Chicks
15 Min Green Lettuce Salad
Simple Green Salad Recipe
5 Min Mango Pico de Gallo
Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe
7 Min German Cucumber Dill Salad
German Cucumber Salad
10 Min Caprese Pasta Salad
Easy Caprese Pasta Salad [Summer Salad]
25 Min Spicy Corn on the Cob Grilled in Foil
The Best Spicy Corn on the Cob Grilled in Foil
10 Min Persian Shirazi Salad
Easy Shirazi Salad Recipe
15 Min Beet Salad With Feta and Walnuts
Beet Salad With Feta and Walnuts
10 Min Romanian Cucumber Salad
Romanian Cucumber Salad Recipe
20 Min French Carrot Salad
French Carrot Salad Recipe
15 Min Lemony Greek Chickpeas
Lemony Greek Chickpeas
5 Min Peach Salsa
Peach Salsa Recipe
5 Min Sour Cream Dill Dip
Sour Cream Dill Dip
5 Min Italian Tomato Salad
Italian Tomato Salad Recipe
20 Min Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe
18 Min Grilled Sliced Eggplant
Grilled Sliced Eggplant (Sweet & Tangy)
25 Min Grilled Zucchini and Squash in Foil Packet
Perfectly Seasoned Zucchini and Squash in Foil Packets (2 Ways)
5 Minute Italian Caprese Salad
Italian Caprese Salad Recipe
15 Min Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Salsa
Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Salsa (Fresh Side Dish Recipe)
30 Min Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Salad
Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Salad Recipe
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5 mins Corn and Bean Salad Recipe

A quick last-minute corn and bean salad. It's a healthy crowd pleaser!

top view down mage of corn and bean salad

German Coleslaw Recipe

German Coleslaw Recipe featuring a blend of vinegar, caraway seeds, and oil. This simple dish is quick to make and adds a delightful touch to any main course with its fresh and satisfying taste.

14 Min French Green Bean Salad with Vinaigrette

French Green Bean Salad Recipe

Fresh green bean salad with homemade vinaigrette dressing is a classic French summer-time side dish recipe.

35 Min Broccoli and Radish Salad

Broccoli Radish Salad Recipe

fresh side dish salad with broccoli and radish

Fresh and light broccoli salad with vibrant radish and simple dressing.

radish and broccoli salad with simple dressing

Warm Bavarian Potato Salad Recipe

A Bavarian Potato salad is a warm potato salad made with a vinegar and oil dressing. The salad compliments other German main course dishes as a side dish.

Southern German Potato Salad with fresh Chives

This vibrant and fresh Mexican quinoa salad is essentially a party in a bowl. Packed with quinoa, bell peppers, red onions, and black beans, it’s all brought together with a fresh cilantro lime dressing.

20 Min White Radish Salad

Bavarian Radi Salad Recipe

The shredded version for making Bavarian Radi Salad uses the white "beer-radish" variety to create a flavorful side dish.

10 Min Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles

Asian Ramen Coleslaw - The Cookin Chicks

This easy Asian ramen coleslaw is packed with flavor and can be made in under ten minutes! It's tangy, crunchy, and perfect for any gathering!

15 Min Green Lettuce Salad

Simple Green Salad Recipe

Everyday Green Salad [Simple Side Salad]

Add a crunchy green salad to your grilling menu. Pick your lettuce variety and make it as per your needs.

dressing poured over green lettuce salad

5 Min Mango Pico de Gallo

Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe

Quick and flavorful Mango Pico de Gallo is made with just five ingredients (plus salt). Choose ripe mangoes and fresh ingredients to prepare this salsa this summer.

7 Min German Cucumber Dill Salad

German Cucumber Salad

German Cucumber Dill Salad (Gurkensalat)

Creamy German Cucumber Dill Salad, also known as Gurkensalat, can be prepared with finely sliced cucumbers, as traditionally done in Germany, or with thicker slices for added crunch, as I prefer.

10 Min Caprese Pasta Salad

Easy Caprese Pasta Salad [Summer Salad]

Caprese pasta salad with tomato, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of quality extra virgin olive oil, back pepper, and salt.

25 Min Spicy Corn on the Cob Grilled in Foil

The Best Spicy Corn on the Cob Grilled in Foil

For this spiced corn on the cob recipe, I highly recommend using fresh sweet corn. The sweet corn and the spicy grilled corn seasoning pair together nicely for a perfect flavor explosion!

10 Min Persian Shirazi Salad

Easy Shirazi Salad Recipe

Easy Shirazi Salad - Refreshing Persian Salad Recipe - cucumber, tomato, onion and fresh herbs makes this salad with a light tart dressing a refreshing side dish during the hot summer days. Serve with meat kebabs, bbq, steak, pilaf, flat bread. www.MasalaHerb.com #salad #persian #herbs

Shirazi Salad is a very refreshing and easy salad to prepare. It goes well with your favorite BBQ meats and hot dogs. Fresh herbs make this salad a flavor winner!

15 Min Beet Salad With Feta and Walnuts

Beet Salad With Feta and Walnuts

This Beet Salad with Feta Cheese is a refreshingly nourishing dish. Combining savory and tangy vinegar flavors, this feta beet salad recipe is ready in just 15 minutes.

10 Min Romanian Cucumber Salad

Romanian Cucumber Salad Recipe

Cucumber salad prepared the Romanian way! Summer flavors and simplicity make this a winner at every gathering.

20 Min French Carrot Salad

French Carrot Salad Recipe

Shredded carrots are tossed in a French vinaigrette dressing. This simple side dish salad is vibrant and adds a nice touch to your BBQ menu.

15 Min Lemony Greek Chickpeas

Lemony Greek Chickpeas

These garlicky, lemony chickpeas are bursting with bright, fresh Greek flavors and make an easy, healthy side dish in just 10 minutes, inspired by Trader Joe's.

5 Min Peach Salsa

Peach Salsa Recipe

Fresh peaches, onion, chili peppers, cilantro and freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice make this salsa a crowd pleaser.

5 Min Sour Cream Dill Dip

Sour Cream Dill Dip

I love this sour cream dill dip with all BBQ meats and grilled fish. It's a refreshing, creamy addition to a cookout!

5 Min Italian Tomato Salad

Italian Tomato Salad Recipe

Tomato salad is a simple, speedy, and nutritious side dish! This Italian tomato salad recipe features cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh basil for a burst of flavor!

20 Min Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad combines shredded chicken, crispy bacon crumbles, cheese, and creamy ranch dressing for a delicious pasta salad!

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad with Dressing

18 Min Grilled Sliced Eggplant

Grilled Sliced Eggplant (Sweet & Tangy)

Eggplant enthusiasts will delight in this grilled sliced eggplant featuring a sweet and tangy glaze. Its vibrant colors make it an impressive side dish for any BBQ or picnic, ready in just 18 minutes.

25 Min Grilled Zucchini and Squash in Foil Packet

Perfectly Seasoned Zucchini and Squash in Foil Packets (2 Ways)

Summer beckons, and the farm-to-table vibes are in full swing! Whether you've gathered zucchini and yellow squash from a farmer’s market, local supermarket, or your own lush garden, this seasoned zucchini and squash in foil packets recipe is just what you need!

Grilled Zucchini and Squash in Foil Packet