Salad party! 13 crowd-pleasing dishes perfect for potlucks & BBQs

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Firing up the grill? Don’t forget the sides! This collection of 13 delicious salads is guaranteed to be a hit at any potluck or BBQ, offering a variety of flavors to complement your summer spread.

Red cabbage slaw in a wooden bowl with a spoon.
Cabbage Apple Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Layered Salad

A layered salad in a clear glass trifle bowl on a wooden board, with peas, lettuce, and red tomatoes, next to a floral patterned cloth.
Layered Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Brighten your potluck with this easy layered salad! Colorful vegetables on a bed of romaine lettuce are dressed in a creamy mayonnaise sauce for a refreshingly flavorful side dish.
Get the Recipe: Layered Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad in a bowl.
Mexican Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Beat the summer heat with a refreshing Mexican Macaroni Salad! This vibrant dish packs a punch with chopped vegetables and a zesty taco seasoning dressing. It’s sure to be a hit at any potluck or barbecue.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Macaroni Salad

Cowboy Caviar

A bowl of bean and corn salad with diced avocado, red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro surrounded by tortilla chips.
Cowboy Caviar. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Enjoy this delicious creation as a refreshing salad or a flavorful dip. Packed with beans, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, and creamy avocado, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar

Grape Salad

Grape Salad in clear bowl with green grapes in background.
Grape Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all summer potlucks! This grape salad recipe is about to become your new go-to. It’s super easy to make, bursting with fresh grapes, and guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say, “Seconds, please?”.
Get the Recipe: Grape Salad

Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Broccoli Salad with Bacon inside wooden bowl.
Broccoli Salad with Bacon. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Craving a cool summer side? Try this Broccoli Salad upgrade! Bacon bits and blueberries make it amazing, and it’s easier than you think. Perfect for any BBQ, it’s totally keto, sugar-free, gluten-free, and grain-free – a win-win for everyone! Packed with vitamins, it’s a healthy and delicious potluck or party dish.
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Amish Macaroni Salad

Bowl of Amish macaroni salad with some on a spoon.
Amish Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

You gotta try this Amish macaroni salad this summer! It’s the creamiest, sweetest side dish ever, and sooo easy to throw together. Perfect for BBQs or picnics, this salad is guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say “potato salad, who?”
Get the Recipe: Amish Macaroni Salad

Spring Onion Potato Salad

A bowl of spring onion potato salad.
Spring Onion Potato Salad. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Calling all summer cookouts! This Spring Onion Potato Salad is a must-make. Think creamy potatoes, a light and tangy dressing, and a hit of fresh spring onion for an easy and yummy side dish.
Get the Recipe: Spring Onion Potato Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad in a bowl.
Mexican Street Corn Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is loaded with yum and super easy to whip up, even on those hot summer days. Bonus? You can totally make it any time of year, bringing a taste of summer to your kitchen whenever you crave it.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Salad

Cabbage Apple Salad

Red cabbage slaw in a wooden bowl with a spoon.
Cabbage Apple Salad. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the summer heat with a killer Cabbage Apple Salad! This salad’s all about crisp red cabbage and sweet Golden Delicious apples tossed in a yummy dressing. It’s the perfect side for any BBQ or potluck, guaranteed to be a hit!
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Apple Salad

Apple Pear Slaw

Bowl of fresh apple and pear slaw salad.
Apple Pear Slaw. Photo credit: Food Plus Words.

Beat the summer heat with this crisp and colorful Apple Pear Slaw with a sweet and tangy Caramel Cider Vinaigrette! It’s a refreshing blend of juicy fruits and a light dressing, perfect for a light and flavorful summer side dish.
Get the Recipe: Apple Pear Slaw

Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing

A salad with strawberries, blueberries and feta cheese.
Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Sunshine on a plate! This vibrant berry salad is bursting with the fresh flavors of summer. Juicy berries mingle with a hint of sweetness in a simple dressing, making it a refreshing and effortless side dish for any warm-weather gathering.
Get the Recipe: Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing

Kachumber Salad

Kachumber salad in a white bowl with fancy silver spoons on the side.
Kachumber Salad. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Perfect for a summer side dish, Kachumber Salad bursts with color and freshness. This Indian staple features a vibrant mix of chopped raw vegetables like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, pungent red onions, and fiery chile peppers. Topped with fresh cilantro or coriander leaves and a sprinkle of ground spices, a squeeze of citrusy lime or lemon juice finishes it all off. Kachumber pairs beautifully with any Indian dish, from light veggie curries to flavorful biryani.
Get the Recipe: Kachumber Salad

Peach Tomato Caprese Salad

Sliced peaches, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella slices on a tray.
Peach Tomato Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Summer is calling, and this Peach Caprese Salad is answering! We’re talking juicy peaches, fresh mozzarella that practically melts in your mouth, and that amazing basil smell. Throw it all on some lettuce for a pop of green, and you’ve got a super easy crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for potlucks and BBQs.
Get the Recipe: Peach Tomato Caprese Salad

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