Sides

Collard greens replace cabbage in a chef’s Mississippi-influenced spin on kimchi

Move over basil, this wintry Southern green is the star

Salty olives, crispy browned garlic, and loads of caramelized onions elevate this flavor-packed dish

A Nashville chef blends two traditions in his take on the summer treat

Herbs and sea salt adorn Tomatoes Provençales

A potluck classic with a Southern touch

Sometimes two squashes—zucchini and crookneck—are better than one

The simple snack you’ll be munching on all summer

Cool summer soup from a Little Rock institution

Enjoy fruit at its peak—all year long

Charleston, South Carolina, chef Nate Whiting shares the recipe for his grandmother’s sweet summertime treat

When Asheville, North Carolina, chef Katie Button opened her elementary-school lunch box, this flavor-packed salad was often waiting inside—a homemade gift from her mother

How do you make a food invented in Idaho feel Southern? Wrap it in bacon and dip it in mayo

When temperatures rise, cool off with this simple side dish

Comfort food for any age

A crisp summer bite—or an elegant Bloody Mary garnish

Potatoes, corn, and crawfish come together in one crowd-pleasing side

A refreshing, herby vinaigrette livens up lady peas for a bright side dish

Caribbean flavors accent this Southern standby

A Puerto Rican staple elevates classic grits to new comfort-food heights