Wondering what to bring to the next summer cookout? Think fresh: collard kimchi for a flavorful kick, spicy and tangy slaw to pair with fried fish, or a reimagined ambrosia salad. These refreshing dishes complement the burgers, kebabs, and hot dogs firing on the grill.
The darlings of summer—berries, peaches, tomatoes, and avocados—all play well together in salad star Emily Nunn’s homage to the South’s bounty. Get the recipe.
Corn, Avocado, and Peach Salad with Bourbon-Sesame Vinaigrette
Proof that bourbon pairs well with fresh summer flavors. Get the recipe.
Louisiana Watermelon and Tomato Salad
This sweet and spicy mix celebrates farmers’ market favorites. Get the recipe.
This juicy salad balances fresh tomatoes and grilled peach wedges with quick-pickled charred shallots, the licorice-like sweetness of Thai basil, creamy burrata, and a dusky hint of sorghum syrup. Get the recipe.
Tomato and White Bread Salad with Mayonnaise Dressing
Tomatoes two ways—fresh and pickled—bolster chef Edward Lee’s ode to a Southern staple. Get the recipe.
Smashed Szechuan Cucumber Salad
Cool cukes meet Miami heat in chef Raymond Li Jr.’s surprisingly refreshing side. Get the recipe.
Stephen Rose of Nashville’s the Peach Truck moves the fruit beyond cobbler and pie with this grill-friendly recipe. Get the recipe.
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Green Goddess Buttermilk Dressing
This stunning salad lets tomatoes shine, complemented by crunchy corn and cucumber, all enveloped in a tangy, herb-infused buttermilk dressing. Get the recipe.
Chef Shelley Cooper reimagines the classic dish. Get the recipe.
Arugula, peanuts, and radishes swim in a sweet tea marinade. Get the recipe.
Chef Ashleigh Shanti nails the perfect peppery side to complement fried fish. Get the recipe.
A versatile side that doubles as a burger or hot dog topper, too. Get the recipe.
Carolina Cabbage Slaw with Roasted Sweet Corn
Pair with roasted chicken, pork, or beef for the perfect side or main course. Get the recipe.
A refreshing, herby vinaigrette livens up lady peas for a bright dish. Get the recipe.
Collard greens replace cabbage in a chef’s Mississippi-influenced spin on kimchi. Get the recipe.
Top local greens with crispy bread crumbs for extra crunchy bites. Get the recipe.
An easy-to-make recipe from Alexander Smalls’ cookbook “Meals, Music, and Muses.” Get the recipe.
Boiled Peanut Salad with Bacon Dressing
How to work your favorite road trip staple onto the dinner table. Get the recipe.
When temperatures rise, cool off with this simple dish. Get the recipe.
Summer’s Tastiest Tomato Salad
Inspired by succotash and topped off with crispy bacon, meet the ultimate tomato salad. Get the recipe.
A lighter side made crisp by fresh corn, cucumbers, and onion. Get the recipe.
