Memorial Day Recipes

12 Easy Summer Sides

Summer is all about kicking back, enjoying the beautiful weather and getting ready for the busy rest of the year ahead. Sit back and enjoy your summer with even less time spent cooking! With these easy summer side dish recipes, you'll have plenty of time to relax and spend with your family!

Greek Potato Salad - The reason why this potato salad recipe is so special is that it doesn't contain any mayonnaise. It's more about potatoes, onion and spices.

Artichokes and Peas - Delicious artichokes and peas make a great summer side dish.

Summer Melon Salad - This simple salad is fun and refreshing and is served inside the melon!

Easy Guacamole - Here's a summertime staple that you can make in 15 minutes!

Pineapple Shrimp and Scallops - Serve this simple but delicious seafood dish over greens.

Cold Soba and Cucumber Salad - This Japanese favorite is a perfect light appetizer or side dish for any Asian meal.

Cabbage Pepper Slaw - This healthy slaw contains cabbage pepper, and a variety of spices. The secret ingredient is definitely the sugar!

Kitchen Girls' Squash Casserole - My sister and I came up with this recipe while growing up, and one summer, the family garden produced a LOT of squash!

Gazpacho With a Twist - Turn your ordinary gazpacho into something special by adding some cucumber and lime!

Fresh Rosemary French Fries - A healthy take on a classic favorite! Great served with burgers!

Avocado Salad - avocado salad. It's really interesting because it also contains cream cheese and gelatin.

Rice Noodles With Herbs - This is a perfect, light summer dish with fast-cooking noodles, veggies and a delicious Asian dressing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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