Kick off your 4th of July with a delicious spread that goes beyond the colors of the flag. Even though these 13 stellar side dishes aren’t decked out in red, white, and blue, they’re sure to be the stars of your barbecue!
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Green Beans Almondine with Bacon
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Green Beans Almondine with Bacon is a breeze to make, yet looks stunning on your holiday table. Enjoy crispy green beans bathed in a lemony-butter sauce, studded with crunchy almonds and salty bacon crumbles. Easy and delicious!
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Cabbage Apple Salad
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Skip the complicated recipes this 4th of July! This Cabbage Apple Salad is a guaranteed hit. Packed with crisp cabbage, juicy apples, and a zesty dressing, it’s a refreshing side dish that’s as easy as pie.
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Stuffed Baked Potatoes
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Ditch the delivery app this 4th of July, friends! We’re going all-American with these Stuffed Baked Potato Classics. Creamy mashed potatoes, melty cheese – these babies are the ultimate BBQ side dish. Plus, they’re super easy to whip up, so you can spend more time celebrating and less time in the kitchen. Win-win!
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Mexican Macaroni Salad
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Skip the typical sides this 4th of Julu Make Grandma’s legendary Mexican Macaroni Salad. It’s super creamy, loaded with delicious ingredients, and surprisingly simple to throw together. Believe me, this one won’t last long! Perfect for a potluck or a festive side dish, it’s a surefire hit with everyone (and way more interesting than potato salad!).
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Sweet Potato Puffs
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Who needs boring sides when you can have these Sweet Potato Puffs for your 4th of July bash? Think like mini sweet potato casseroles, but way more fun with a crunchy, crazy-good cornflake topping! It’s sweet potato goodness meets addictive crunch – basically a party in your mouth. Perfect for your BBQ or just a fun way to upgrade dinner. Trust me, these puffs are delish and everyone will be asking for seconds!
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Layered Salad
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Let’s whip up some 4th of July magic with this potluck-perfect layered salad! Layers of crisp romaine, vibrant veggies, and smoky bacon come together in a symphony of textures. A creamy mayo dressing ties it all up, making this a crowd-pleaser that will disappear in a flash!
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Orange Rice
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Craving citrus sunshine for your 4th of July spread? Look no further than this simple oven-baked orange rice! Tender rice is infused with the bright, zesty flavor of oranges for a dish that’s both comforting and refreshing. Perfect for a relaxed Independence Day celebration.
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Surprise Potatoes
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This 4th of July, want to impress your guests with something unexpected? Whip up Grandma’s Surprise Potato recipe! It’s a creamy, cheesy delight that disappears in a flash.
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Amish Macaroni Salad
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Ditch the store-bought stuff this 4th of July! Make this Amish Macaroni Salad instead – it’s way yummier and creamier than anything you’ll find at the store, and super easy to throw together. More time to grill and chill, and this side dish is sure to be a hit – get ready for rave reviews (and empty bowls)!
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Grape Salad
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Skip the fancy stuff, this grape salad’s a total winner! It’s crazy easy to whip up, loaded with creamy goodness, and guaranteed to bring back those good old-fashioned feels.
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Cowboy Caviar
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Throwing a 4th of July bash? Ditch the boring potato salad and whip up some Cowboy Caviar instead! It’s a super refreshing bean and veggie salad with a kick, perfect for scooping up with chips or enjoying on its own.
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Mexican Corn Salad
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Celebrate the 4th of July with a taste of Mexico! This Mexican Corn Salad packs all the vibrant flavors of street vendor corn on the cob, with sweet corn, creamy butter, a squeeze of fresh lime, diced jalapeños for a kick, chili flakes for heat, and crumbly cheese for richness.
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Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash
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Spice up your 4th of July spread with these festive air fryer zucchini and squash bites! Simply seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, they get perfectly crispy and browned in the air fryer for a light and delicious side dish. Easy to whip up and perfect for summer, these veggie bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your barbecue!
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