Not sure what to serve with hot dogs and hamburgers? I’ve collected 40 of the BEST sides for hamburgers and dogs, so you’ll have everything you need for a whole summer of grilling, cookouts, and BBQs.
From macaroni salad to grilled zucchini, there’s sure to be a recipe here for you!
Easy Side Dishes for Hamburgers and Hot Dogs
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Summer weather means easy breezy dinners enjoyed on the patio, and, of course, LOTS of hamburgers and hot dogs fresh off the grill. The main dish is a cinch, but what about the sides?
If you’ve ever felt stumped about what to serve with hamburgers and hot dogs or wondered what to bring to a cookout, you’re not alone!
That’s why I gathered up all my favorite summer side dishes from NeighborFood and around the web. We’ve got all the classics here: potato and pasta salad, fruit salads, and warm potluck favorites like mac and cheese and baked beans.
But if you’re wanting to try something a little different, we’ve also featured some unique twists on old favorites. Dill pickle pasta salad, anyone?
Appetizers aren’t exactly a side dish, but it's always nice to have a few dishes on hand to keep everyone happy while the burgers and hot dogs finish grilling. Ditch the store bought veggie tray and trade it for one of these easy summer dips or appetizer recipes!
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Classic Knorr Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl (Fan Favorite!)
Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s ridiculously easy to make and always the first thing gone? This Knorr Spinach Dip is a creamy, nostalgic favorite—especially when served in a sourdough bread bowl. With just a handful of ingredients, it’s one of our go-to crowd-pleasers for potlucks, game days, or holiday spreads.
Crescent Roll Vegetable Pizza (Easy Make Ahead Appetizer)
Cold veggie pizza is the cure for the boring veggie tray. Layered with a buttery crescent roll crust, a creamy ranch-seasoned spread, sharp cheddar, and a colorful jumble of fresh veggies, this Crescent Roll Vegetable Pizza is an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for summer parties, game days, or casual get-togethers.
This Black Bean and Corn Salsa is so fresh and ridiculously easy to make. Make this Black Bean Dip as a side, appetizer, or topping for grilled meats, tacos, and salads.
Say goodbye to boring veggie trays and hello to this bright, fresh, and colorful Spring Vegetable Platter. Paired with a quick Herbed Greek Yogurt Dip this is a healthy appetizer people might actually want to eat.
This creamy Southwest Pasta Salad is a zesty twist on a classic! With fresh lime, spicy jalapeno, cilantro, and chives, this is a refreshing pasta salad for summer cookouts!
Italian Tortellini Salad is a hearty pasta salad that is perfect for bbqs. Cheese tortellini is mixed with cheddar and mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and Parmesan cheese.
This authentic German Potato Salad recipe has been a family favorite for more than 70 years! The intensely flavorful, vinegar-based dressing is sweet and tangy. Perfect as a hearty side dish!
It's always nice to have a selection of cold side dishes for cookouts to help beat the heat. This collection of crisp, refreshing salad and coleslaw recipes pair perfectly with hot dogs and burgers.
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Classic 7 Layer Salad (A Make-Ahead Potluck Favorite)
This classic 7 Layer Salad is everything you want in a make-ahead potluck dish—crunchy, creamy, savory, and just the right amount of sweet. With layers of crisp leafy greens, fresh veggies, hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, and a simple mayo-sugar dressing, this layer salad recipe holds up beautifully overnight and is always a crowd pleaser at BBQs, church potlucks, and family gatherings.
Hillbilly Cole Slaw is dressed with a sweet and tangy vinegar based dressing, It’s a spectacular twist on classic mayonnaise dressed cole slaw. You can serve it as a condiment for grilled hot dogs, pinto beans or alongside barbecue and Southern fried chicken. The vinegar dressing makes it ideal for warm weather entertaining and it’s…
A simple Prosciutto Melon Panzanella Salad for summer! Fresh cantaloupe melon is mixed with prosciutto ham, mozzarella cheese, arugula, and bread. This post contains affiliate links. If you are new to panzanella salads, think of them
This Spicy Asian Zucchini is a quick, 5 minute side dish that's perfect for using up summer zucchini. You'll love this quick sweet, spicy, and savory sauce.
Use your grill to prepare these easy but elegant Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups with Feta. Serve as a party appetizer, a vegetable side dish, or even a light summer meal.
Easy cheesy potatoes are a delicious side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts! This cheesy potato casserole is always a crowd pleaser!
This Broccoli Ritz Casserole is a holiday classic! With roasted broccoli, a homemade cheese sauce and a generous topping of buttery Ritz crackers, there's no better way to get your serving of veggies.
These Cowboy Baked Beans are made with three kinds of beans, bacon, and ground beef for a hearty, smoky, and just barely sweet flavor. A great cookout side for hot dogs and hamburgers!
Is it a pasta salad a vegetable side or a warm cookout side? Yes. This versatile roasted vegetable pasta works so well for cookouts because it can be served hot, cold, or at a room temperature. Load it with summer produce and fresh basil for the perfect summer side.
Great list! I can’t wait to try the roasted veggie skewers and the classic coleslaw for my next BBQ. Thanks for the inspiration!
Oh man! I can hardly wait until Summer to enjoy some of these recipes!
I could make a meal on salads and sides!
Oh wow, where to start?! These all look so amazing and delicious – great ideas for spring and summer! Thanks for including some of my recipes 🙂
That jalapeño feta dip is calling my name! Have a great weekend!
xo Jackie