29 Potluck Sides That Turn a Good Meal into a Great One

Are you on the hunt for some tasty sides to bring to your potluck? It can be tricky to choose when the usual suspects like potato salad, pasta salad, and garlic bread are always on the menu. But don’t worry! Check out this lineup of unique and exciting potluck sides that are sure to have everyone coming back for seconds.

Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

This cheesy vegetable bake is a delicious vegetable medley that takes mere minutes to throw together. It’s a foolproof dish prepared with frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, butter, cheese, and crispy bread crumbs.
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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

An easy Hawaiian macaroni salad recipe is always worth knowing. Not only is this a flavour-packed pasta salad but it also pairs beautifully with so many different dishes. Hawaiian macaroni is of course delicious with Hawaiian flavoured meats such as chicken or pork with Hawaii inspired seasonings but that’s not your only choice.
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One Pot Gouda And Cream Cheese Corn

One pot gouda and cream cheese corn is an extra-special and very delicious side dish. It’s an amazing holiday corn recipe and pairs nicely with any kind of meat you want to cook. The combination of gouda, cream cheese and heavy cream gives this cheesy corn casserole recipe a rich taste and it’s a cozy, comforting side dish the whole family will love.
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Red Skin Mashed Potatoes

These red skin mashed potatoes are buttery, garlicky, and so easy to make! The left-on skins add a great texture to this classic side dish.
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PF Chang’s Fried Rice

PF Chang’s fried rice is so good but it isn’t always convenient to go there when you crave your fried rice recipe fix. For that reason, a copycat recipe for homemade fried rice is well worth knowing.
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Maple Roasted Rainbow Carrots

These maple roasted rainbow carrots are so colorful, sweet, savory, and buttery. A side dish of multi-color carrots are sure to be a hit.
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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a cinch to make and it’s packed with flavor. Using lots of herbs really fills it with flavor.
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Amish Macaroni Salad

Our classic creamy Amish Macaroni Salad is great for picnics and potlucks. Sweet and tangy with lots of protein.
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Creamy Broccoli Slaw With Apples And Almonds

This easy Broccoli slaw is made with crispy broccoli, apple, almonds and tossed in a deliciously creamy dressing. Perfect for summer.
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Easy Hobo Casserole

Hobo casserole is a rich, hearty, beefy dish full of ground beef, a creamy sauce, cheese, and potatoes. It’s delicious, easy, and filling.
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Balsamic Roasted Carrots With Onions

This recipe for Sweet Balsamic Roasted Carrots and Onions is so easy and super delicious! The flavors blend perfectly together!
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Easy Air Fryer Asparagus

I love a good side dish and this easy, roasted Air Fryer Asparagus is quickly made in just 10 minutes. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
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KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This easy copycat KFC Coleslaw recipe is the perfect side dish. You’ll love how close to the real thing this recipe is!
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Spicy Red Quinoa Salad

A delicious quinoa salad filled with black beans, avocado, bell pepper, and a spicy kick of heat. Serve as a main dish or a simple side dish recipe.
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Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

Our favorite Mexican street corn is turned into a tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy corn salad perfect for cookouts, potlucks, or an easy weeknight dinner.
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Butter Bean Mash

A herby butter bean mash with rosemary. Make this simple vegan butter bean mash recipe in just a few minutes. Click here!
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Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Perfect for summer BBQs, meal prep, date nights, and picnics, this Mediterranean Orzo Salad can be used as a side dish or tasty main. Click here!
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Smoked Baked Beans

Today we’re elevating the classic flavors of baked beans with a smoky twist. Smoking baked beans elevates these flavors to new heights.
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A Delicious Roasted Tomato Quinoa Salad

Roasted Tomato Quinoa Salad is a nutritious and delicious salad, perfect as a side dish or main. Full of color, textures, and flavors, this salad is surely one you would want to make for your next meal.
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Zucchini Salad (Spiralized)

Zucchini Salad is a favorite fresh and fun summer salad. Raw zucchini noodles are tossed with onion, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, feta cheese, & parsley.
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Grandma’s Honey Glazed Onions

Grandma’s Honey Glazed Pearl Onions recipe is a delicious side dish that’s so easy to prepare. The honey glaze adds a nice balance to the pearl onions. It only takes a few ingredients to make these honey glazed onions.
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Healthy Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe

Healthy Jalapeno Popper Dip – a nutritious twist on the classic. Packed with protein-rich cottage cheese, fresh jalapenos, and reduced-fat cheeses, it’s a guilt-free flavor explosion for your snacking pleasure!
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Grilled Watermelon Salad

Sweet, colorful, and fresh Grilled Watermelon Salad with feta and blueberries is ready in under 20 minutes and makes an easy side dish for Memorial day celebrations, hot summer days or every day.
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Lentil Salad

this Green Lentil Salad recipe over and over again! Tender green lentils and veggies are tossed in a lemon garlic dressing. It is packed with textures and flavor – perfect for any season, rain or shine!
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Sour Cream and Chive Dip

Homemade Sour Cream and Chive Dip is so easy to make with just three ingredients. It is a soured cream and mayonnaise based dip with chives.
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Grilled Corn Avocado Salad With Feta, Cilantro, & Lime

This grilled corn salad with avocado, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, feta and lime dressing makes the perfect summer side. So easy & delicious!
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Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Jalapeno popper pinwheels meld creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and spicy jalapeno, delivering an unforgettable flavor burst that’s ideal for any special occasion.
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Green Bean, Potato & Tomato Salad

Want an easy green bean potato salad? My potato and beans recipe uses haricots verts w/tomato & mozzarella. Try this French beans salad ASAP.
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Broccoli Salad

An easy-to-make side dish for any occasion, this broccoli salad has a simple dressing of mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar over crisp broccoli, bacon, and cheese.
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