When you stumble upon the most precious baby potatoes, it's time to make potato salad. The key to a perfect potato salad - as with all cooking - is having the best ingredients. It's basically a custard-style baked macaroni and cheese with eggs, heavy cream and sharp cheddar cheese, and it pairs perfectly with barbecue.
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Southern-style mac and cheese is cheesy, hearty and sturdy. Southern-Style Mac and Cheese by Kardea Brown Deceptively creamy, this filling and refreshing classic picnic side dish will be piled high on everyone's plates. Instead of mayonnaise, a mixture of heart-healthy tahini, apple cider vinegar and a splash of starchy potato-cooking water help bind this tangy dressing to each bite.
Seriously, no matter which side of the mayo divide guests fall on, they are going to go in for seconds of this potato salad. Scoop up a hearty serving and enjoy the taste of summer. This is best enjoyed the same day since the cukes are the crunchiest, but it will last up to three days in the fridge. You're the boss of your toss - throw in parsley, mint, dill, basil or cilantro - most fresh garden herbs will work. Summer Cucumber Salad with Fresh Herbs by Joy BauerĬool as a cucumber, this herby salad features bright and refreshing flavors that will woo your taste buds.
Use a grater or your food processor to get the broccoli as small as possible, then combine with the fresh zing of lemon and the brininess of feta to get the perfect summer slaw. When it's hot outside and you don't want to turn on your stove, this light, bright salad is the perfect antidote. No-Cook Grated Broccoli-Feta Slaw by Ali Rosen It also maintains an amazing brightness with the addition of fresh basil and lemon and is extremely versatile. The avocado cream sauce is both light and refreshing - qualities rarely found in creamy sauces. Her watermelon-tomatillo salad shows off all her best summer salad-making tips in one gorgeous recipe.Īvocado Cream Pasta with Arugula and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes by Samah Dada Summertime Watermelon and Tomatillo Salad by Pati JinichĪccording to chef Pati Jinich, summertime salads work best with a pop of refreshing fruit, a little heat, something creamy and salty, all tossed lightly in a bright, citrusy vinaigrette.
This version of the beloved side dish, which can be devoured by the spoonful or ladled onto hot dogs and tender pulled pork sandwiches, has a lively, balanced flavor profile with canned peach filling, pimiento peppers for a subtle kick and some acidity from cider vinegar. Loaded with sweet and spicy pickled vegetables to go along with the herby and briny feta dip, this platter requires only a few minutes of cooking, which means you'll have a cool kitchen while preparing a veggie-packed dish that is light, fresh and robust in flavor.Ĭombine of summer's favorites fruits to sweeten up a barbecue staple. Whipped Feta with Quick-Pickled Vegetables by Will Coleman Try one serving option or all three, but definitely try it! Then just toss them with a simple dressing, charred onions for a sweet and smoky flavor and you'll be on your way to the barbecue (or relaxing at your own!).Ĭhef Bryant Terry's family has found multiple uses for this tangy condiment: stuffing it into tacos, serving it atop beans and simply sautéing it to serve as a side dish. Using steamed potatoes from the bag saves time and makes prep quick and easy. Sunny Anderson's Charred Onion Potato Salad by Sunny Anderson Throw a Labor Day cookout to remember by adding some of these creative, colorful and crazy good options, including twists on classics like coleslaw, corn on the cob and potato salad. But nothing wows a crowd quite like a massive spread of summery sides. It's not a cookout without the main course - from juicy burgers and succulent steaks to grilled chicken.