Level up your barbecue spread and impress your guests with our sensational sides.

You’ve bought your meat, got the burger buns at the ready… But which side dishes will make your main course truly sing? We all love potato salad, but is it time to try something new? Before you fire up those hot coals, it’s time to think outside the box a little for your next <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/dept/summer/bbq/1215684741317-1215684741318?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">barbecue</a> bash. Look no further than our go-to guide of some of our best barbecue side dishes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>CHIMICHURRI JERSEY ROYALS&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 15 mins Recipe info: Under 350 cals, Low-salt, Low-sugar, Vegetarian
Serve your summer potato salad South American style with this fresh and zingy topping. Make your Chimichurri sauce ahead of time and then use any leftovers to drizzle over barbecued meat or grilled veggies.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>MEXICAN BAKED CORN&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 40 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Under 150 cals, Low-salt, Low-sugar
Get your napkins at the ready, there’s no neat way to eat this corn on the cob… Known as elote in Mexico, our version of this popular street food dish sees bubbling hot cheese smothered over corn with a dash of <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lemons-limes-grapefruit/asda-zingy-zesty-limes/910002721111?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">lime</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/herbs/asda-fragrant-mild-chives/910002001837?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">chives</a>.


<h2>MOROCCAN-STYLE VEGETABLE KEBABS&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 50 mins Recipe info: 3 of your 5-a-day, Low-fat, Low-saturates, Low-salt, Low-sugar, Vegetarian
All the flavours of a delicious vegetable tagine brought straight to your barbecue feast. Toss these smoky vegetable kebabs in harissa to accompany your main course then plate up with couscous and yogurt.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>TANGY TOMATO AND AVOCADO SALAD&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 20 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Vegetarian, Under 250 cals
Looking for the perfect summer side dish? This easy tomato and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/mango-kiwi-exotic-fruit/asda-large-avocado/910003101308?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">avocado</a> salad is creamy, tangy and full of freshness. Char some of your tomatoes on the grill and leave the rest raw to give varied flavours and textures.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>ZINGY PEACH SALSA&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 20 mins Recipe info: Under 150 cals, Low-fat, Vegetarian
A fruity dip that brings a little sweetness and spice with much less acidity than your classic tomato salsa. Buy <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/tortillas-tacos-rice/asda-mexican-style-plain-tortillas/910001814907?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">ready-made tortillas</a> for dipping if you want to save on prep time or try using this peach salsa as a fresh garnish for your barbecued pork or fish dish. Just peachy!&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>CHOPPED CHICKEN AND COLESLAW SALAD&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 40 mins Recipe info: 2 of your 5-a-day, Under 350 cals, Low-saturates
Get ahead of the hype this summer with the chopped salad trend. We’ve crammed in as many colours and flavours into this salad as possible – succulent chicken, spicy sweet potato, juicy toms and our <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/salad-bags/asda-vibrant-crunchy-ranch-coleslaw-kit/1000362916408?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Asda Vibrant &amp; Crunchy Ranch Coleslaw Kit</a> – so you can eat a rainbow with every forkful.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>PURPLE SLAW&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 8 Ready in: 15 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Low-fat, Low-salt, Vegetarian
Need to focus your attention on the grill? Coleslaw is the perfect summer side dish to make the night before – this version uses <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/carrots-root-vegetables/asda-crunchy-sweet-carrots/30240?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">carrots</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/cabbage-sprouts/asda-red-cabbage-typically-0-8-kg/910000840588?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">red cabbage</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/onions-leeks/asda-3-sweet-crunchy-red-onions/910003012448?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">red onion</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/carrots-root-vegetables/asda-sweet-earthy-bunched-beetroot/40290589?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">beetroot</a>, giving it a pleasing purple colour. Load up your burgers with this tasty coleslaw for added crunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>CAULIFLOWER BUFFALO 'WINGS'&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 6 Ready in: 10 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Under 200 cals, Low-saturates, Vegan
A vegan twist on an American classic. Fried in a spicy batter, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/broccoli-cauliflower/asda-light-nutty-cauliflower/20368?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">cauliflower</a> buffalo wings are a fun, finger-licking appetiser for your barbecue spread. If you don’t fancy the faff of deep-frying, roast in the oven at 220ºC/200ºC fan/gas 7 for 20–25 mins, turning halfway, until super-crispy.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>BLT CORN ON THE COB PASTA SALAD&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 30 mins Recipe info: 2 of your 5-a-day, Low-salt, Low-saturates
What could make a dreamier side than combining this sarnie filling and pasta salad? We recommend charring your corn on the cob and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lettuce-cucumber/asda-sweet-crisp-romaine-lettuce-hearts/41732?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Romaine lettuce</a> on the barbie to elevate that subtle, smoky flavour. Satisfying and delicious, too.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>BBQ COURGETTES&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 15 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Under 250 cals, Vegetarian
For a merging of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours, drizzle your griddled courgette halves with a creamy tahini dressing and top with <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lower-fat-cheese/asda-40-less-fat-salad-cheese-200-g/910001076169?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">salad cheese</a> and chopped herbs then jewel with <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/mango-kiwi-exotic-fruit/asda-sweet-crunchy-pomegranate-seeds/910000931586?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">pomegranate seeds</a> to finish. A dish that looks impressive yet is unbelievably easy.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>CHORIZO AND HASSELBACK POTATO SALAD&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 1 hour 10 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Under 400 cals
With <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/chorizo-salami-hams/asda-extra-special-chorizo-casero/1776003?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">chorizo slices</a>, crispy spuds, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/olives-antipasti-pizza-bases/asda-sun-dried-tomatoes-280-g/1000383185246?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">sundried tomatoes</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/olives/asda-green-olives/1000211864818?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">olives</a>, this is a steal-the-show side dish you won’t want to miss off your summer barbecue menu. Plus, the hasselback technique leads to potato perfection every time.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>CHARRED RUNNER BEAN SALAD WITH LEMON AND HERB DRESSING&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 10 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Under 200 cals, Low-salt, Vegetarian
If you’re short on time when barbecue day arrives, our charred runner bean salad is a no-brainer. Whisk up a citrussy, herby dressing and toss through your green veggies, torn <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/mozzarella-mascarpone/asda-italian-light-mozzarella-cheese-125-g/910001327501?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">mozzarella</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/raw-nuts-seeds/asda-hazelnuts/1000003093613?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">chopped hazelnuts</a> when serving.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>QUINOA-STUFFED PEPPERS&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 40 mins Recipe info: 3 of your 5-a-day, Under 450 cals, Low-saturates, Low-salt, Vegetarian
These simple stuffed peppers are full to the brim with flavour (and oh-so satisfying too). Stir your cooked quinoa through <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/lemons-limes-grapefruit/asda-loose-lemon/24662?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">lemon</a>, cheese, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/pesto/sacla-vegan-basil-pesto/1000056007929?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">pesto</a>, tomatoes and creamy ricotta and roast until ready to devour.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>LOADED CHEESE &amp; BACON DIRTY FRIES&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 6 Ready in: 25 mins Recipe info: Low-sugar
Need the perfect accompaniment to your burger? To make our best dirty fries recipe, layer your French fries with <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/extra-special-bacon-sausages/asda-extra-special-oak-smoked-british-bacon-lardons/1000383117289?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">bacon</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/celery-spring-onions/asda-fragrant-crunchy-spring-onions/43994118?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">spring onions</a>, our homemade cheese sauce and dollops of <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/soured-cream/asda-fresh-soured-cream-150-ml/48639665?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_bbq-side-dishes&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">soured cream</a>. Make plenty to go around as these won’t last long.&nbsp;&nbsp;


<h2>VEGAN TABBOULEH-INSPIRED POMEGRANATE SALAD&nbsp;</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 25 mins Recipe info: 3 of your 5-a-day, Under 350 cals, Low-saturates, Low-salt, Vegan&nbsp;
Need something to cut through the richness of your grilled meat? This vegan barbecue side dish is bursting with freshness and is sure to bring the summer vibes.

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Great Barbecue Side Dishes For Summer

By Asda Good Living,24th May 2024

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