45 Essential Fourth of July Side Dishes

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45 Essential Fourth of July Side Dishes2/45 Watermelon Feta Flag Salad 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our family celebrates the Fourth of July with a watermelon salad that resembles the flag. Here’s an all-American centerpiece that’s truly red, white and blue. —Jan Whitworth, Roebuck, South Carolina This incredibly delicious salad resembles the American flag, making it the ultimate July Fourth side dish. It’s an all-American centerpiece that’s truly red, white and blue. 3/45 My Favorite Avocado Salad 5 Reviews Test Kitchen

Tangy lime dressing is the perfect topper for this avocado salad

Approved Salad with Avocado Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tangy lime dressing is the perfect topper for this avocado salad. Toasted walnuts make for crunchy goodness, but try it with any kind of nut you like. —Ilia Kaku, North Richland Hills, Texas Tangy lime dressing is the perfect topper for this avocado salad. Toasted walnuts make for crunchy goodness, but try it with any kind of nut you like. —Ilia Kaku, North Richland Hills, Texas 4/45 Ranch-Style Beans 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ranch-Style Beans

This ranch-style beans recipe is served at all of our barbecues

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This ranch-style beans recipe is served at all of our barbecues. It seems most people who live here like spicy, flavorful food, and this fits the bill just right. —Wilma Ruth James, Ranger, Texas These ranch beans are ideal for Fourth of July barbecues. The spiciness and sweetness of the sauce makes it an instant crowd pleaser. 5/45 Sliced Tomato Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the

Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from my grandmother

Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from my grandmother. It’s a perfect platter to serve with burgers or hot sandwiches. —Kendal Tangedal, Plentywood, Montana This easy to make salad is fresh and ideal for hot summer days. The brightness of the tomatoes really bring out the spirit of America, too. 6/45 Red, White & Blue Potato Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Red, White & Blue Potato Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings (1 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right

after you drain them infuses them with flavor

after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs like magic. —George Levinthal, Goleta, California This potato salad will be an instant hit wherever you go this July Fourth. We recommend tossing the cooked potatoes with vegetable or chicken stock and wine right after you drain them. The liquid will absorb like magic. 7/45 Grilled Mushrooms 28 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mushrooms cooked over hot coals always taste good, but this easy recipe makes them taste fantastic. As a

mother of two children, I love to cook entire meals on the grill

mother of two children, I love to cook entire meals on the grill. It’s fun spending time outdoors with the kids. —Melanie Knoll, Marshalltown, Iowa 8/45 Radish Cucumber Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved AUDREY ROMPON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I put this cucumber radish salad together with vegetables I had left in my garden. My family liked it so much, I started taking it to community suppers and was often asked for the recipe. It’s a refreshing accompaniment for any entree. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth,

This salad is a refreshing dish to bring to any Fourth of July gathering

Texas This salad is a refreshing dish to bring to any Fourth of July gathering. It pairs well with any kind of meat dish, and it is a cooling way to beat the July heat. 9/45 Potatoes Romanoff 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tangy potato cubes, topped with cheddar cheese, can be mixed ahead and refrigerated until you’re ready to bake them. What a timesaver! I like to serve them with steak and green beans. —Rita Deere, Evansville, Indiana These potatoes are a hearty dish

that pairs well with roasted veggies as well as chicken or steak

that pairs well with roasted veggies as well as chicken or steak. The cheese on top will easily get your neighbors excited about digging in. 10/45 Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think there is cream hiding in there. It’s guilt-free and dairy-free, but with a texture and consistency that’s similar to traditional cream-based sauces. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland This

addictive pasta dish is indulgent, without feeling heavy

addictive pasta dish is indulgent, without feeling heavy. The avocado sauce is creamy and its bright flavor is sure to be a big hit with your fellow Fourth of July party-goers. 11/45 Cheese-Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cheese-Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: They’re easy to fix as an appetizer or salad. It’s impossible to eat just one. — Mary Lou Robison, Greensboro, North Carolina These cherry stuffed tomatoes are juicy and bursting with flavor. You simply can’t go wrong

with this delightful dish that pairs well with just about everything

with this delightful dish that pairs well with just about everything. 12/45 Summer Squash Side Dish Casserole 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Summer Squash Side Dish Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter-in-law created this healthy yellow squash recipe and shared it with me. I was delighted since my husband and I were cutting down on fried foods. You can easily double or triple this squash casserole to serve at family dinner. —Sue Joyce, Winston-Salem, North Carolina Start the summer off right with this

summer squash dish that will make your tastebuds sing

summer squash dish that will make your tastebuds sing. For larger July Fourth parties, you can easily double or triple this dish. 13/45 Grilled Peach Couscous Salad 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll feel inspired at the farmers market with the recipe for this couscous salad in tow. Grilled peaches and limes, plus a subtly sweet dressing, bring pizazz. —Emily King, Fayetteville, Arkansas This salad is perfect for when you need a break from all the burgers you may have consumed.

Nature’s candy abounds in the berry-filled salad

The grilled peaches and limes with the sweet dressing will make this your new favorite summer salad. 14/45 Four-Berry Spinach Salad 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nature’s candy abounds in the berry-filled salad. The slightly tart dressing contrasts deliciously with the sweet in-season fruit. —Betty Lise Anderson, Gahanna, Ohio On the Fourth on July, you can’t go wrong with fruit. The addition of the red vinegar and fresh spinach makes this salad tangy and full of flavor. 15/45 Tomato Cobbler 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen

The topping is a cross between that of a crisp and a cobbler

Approved Tomato Cobbler Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make this recipe during the height of summer, when tomatoes are abundant and super flavorful. The topping is a cross between that of a crisp and a cobbler. It’s a delightful way to use up fresh garden produce. —Mohammad Abdullah, Fremont, California This tomato cobbler is a contest winner for good reason! There’s no better time than the Fourth of July to enjoy fresh tomatoes in the height of their season. 16/45 Succotash 6 Reviews Test

It comes from my mother, who was a fantastic cook

Kitchen Approved Succotash Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 45 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can’t get more southern than this succotash recipe. It comes from my mother, who was a fantastic cook. This dish made her famous—at least with everyone who ever tasted it. —Rosa Boone, Mobile, Alabama 17/45 Cucumber Melon Salad Test Kitchen Approved Cucumber Melon Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This colorful salad is tangy and delicious.

The unexpected combination is such a pleasant surprise

The unexpected combination is such a pleasant surprise. You can use whatever type of melon you have on hand. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico This colorful salad will keep you feeling refreshed and revived all day long. Who wouldn’t love some fresh fruit on their plate? 18/45 Grilled Potato Fans with Onions 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for the ultimate grilled potato? These seasoned potato fans are filled with tender onions, roasted garlic cloves and savory Parmesan cheese. —Sharon Crabtree, Graham, Washington Looking for the