30 Sides for Hamburgers (Besides French Fries)

30 Sides for Hamburgers (Besides French Fries)

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30 Sides for Hamburgers (Besides French Fries)2/29 Crispy Baked Onion Rings 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This crispy baked onion rings recipe is a healthy alternative to the deep-fried version. Thyme and paprika enhance the flavor of the tender onions. —Della Stamp, Long Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 159 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Onion rings and burgers are a match made in heaven! Learn how to make extra-juicy burgers to go

with these baked rings

with these baked rings. 3/29 Green Goddess Vegan Potato Salad Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Don’t be fooled by the green color—this vegan potato salad is absolutely delicious! It’s perfect for potlucks and for those with dietary restrictions. —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 235 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1-1/2 starch. If you’re going vegan, try our favorite plant-based burgers. 4/29 Grilled Corn in Husks

It’s especially good!

2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re new to grilled corn in the husk, season the ears with butter, Parmesan cheese and parsley. It’s especially good! Be sure to give the corn a long soak before putting it on the grill. Hot off the grate, the kernels are moist and tender with a wonderful, sweet flavor. —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 ear grilled corn: 196 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g

fiber), 8g protein

fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. Check out more ways to make corn on the cob. 5/29 Caprese Pasta Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 17 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This easy Caprese pasta salad is always a favorite, especially when summer tomatoes are at their peak. It comes together quickly, but if you can make it ahead of time, the flavors seem to get better after it’s chilled for a few hours. —Debby Harden, Lansing, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 203 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat),

We love pasta salads as a side for hamburgers

16mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. We love pasta salads as a side for hamburgers. Branch out with even more pasta salad recipes. 6/29 Contest-Winning Grilled Mushrooms 28 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Grilled mushrooms always taste good, but this easy recipe makes them taste even more fantastic. As the 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 Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer:

Grilled veggies make great sides for hamburgers

77 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Grilled veggies make great sides for hamburgers. Before you fire up the grill to make these mushrooms and some cheeseburgers, refresh your memory on how to use a charcoal grill. 7/29 Three-Pepper Coleslaw 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are never any leftovers when I make this dish for a picnic, barbecue or any social gathering. —Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 34

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable

calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 158mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable. Found your sides already? Find the best hamburger recipe for you in our recipe collection. 8/29 Ranch-Style Beans 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ranch-Style Beans Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We serve these ranch-style beans 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,

Editor’s Tip:

Ranger, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 226 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 345mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 10g fiber), 14g protein. Editor’s Tip: If you’re hosting a party and it’s time to plan the menu. You could order a party sub or serve these amazing slider recipes! 9/29 Dilled Potato Salad Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s a picnic without potato salad? This recipe will add delightful new flavor to yours. The spices make the difference. —Cam Cox, Hemet, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup:

For Christmas one year, I received an air fryer

182 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 10/29 Air-Fryer Potato Chips 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Air-Fryer Potato Chips Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For Christmas one year, I received an air fryer. Potato chips are simple to make in it and are an essential, crispy side for lunch. —Melissa Obernesser, Oriskany, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 148 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 252mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars,

4g fiber), 4g protein

4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch. 11/29 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 Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 314 calories, 18g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g

sugars, 5g fiber), 9g protein

sugars, 5g fiber), 9g protein. 12/29 Herbed Steak Fries 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Herbed Steak Fries Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Seasoned to perfection, these herbed steak fries from our Test Kitchen make a quick and tasty side dish for casual suppers. A great way to dress up frozen fries in a hurry! Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 191 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. You can’t beat steak fries and hamburgers. Check

these burger toppings for an even better combination

out these burger toppings for an even better combination. 13/29 Southwest Corn Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first saw this Southwest corn salad recipe in the Omaha paper a few years ago. It’s ideal for family get-togethers of all kinds. Hearty enough to serve during winter, this salad always brings back memories of summer picnics! —Joanna Lonnecker, Omaha, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 323 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 547mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 8g protein. Looking for

something homey?

something homey? Whip up this cheeseburger meat loaf for dinner tonight. 14/29 15/29 Grilled Vegetable Platter 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is the best of summer in one dish! These pretty veggies are perfect for entertaining. Grilling brings out their natural sweetness, and the easy marinade really perks up the flavor. —Heidi Hall, North St. Paul, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 144 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable,

Discover more recipes like this perfect for 4th of July side dishes

2 fat. Discover more recipes like this perfect for 4th of July side dishes. 16/29 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 well, I started bringing it to community suppers and was often asked for the recipe. It’s a refreshing side dish for any meat entree. —Mildred Sherrer, Bay City , Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 77 calories, 7g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 17/29 Old Bay Crispy Kale Chips 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here in East Hampton, NY, harvesttime means big bunches of kale from local growers. These crunchy kale chips are delicious, super healthy and easy to make. I make them with seasoning to take the flavor up a notch. For extra zip, add a dash of cayenne pepper. —Luanne Asta, East Hampton, New York

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

Found your sides already?

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Dilled Potato Salad Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s a picnic without potato salad?

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Looking for something homey?

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Don’t know how to cook asparagus on the grill?

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Grilled Potatoes 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Need a simple sidekick to serve with steaks or chops?

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