40 Best Sides for Burgers and Hot Dogs
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
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?
Whether you’re indulging in a classic bacon cheeseburger or getting adventurous with a pimento cheeseburger or taco burger, there’s sure to be something on this list to round out your menu!
Cookout Dips and AppetizersAppetizers 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!
1
Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe
This Knorr Spinach Dip recipe is super easy to prep and a great way to incorporate some veggies at your next party! We love serving spinach dip in a bread bowl for a beautiful presentation, plus the leftover sourdough is perfect for dipping!
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2
Hot Crab Dip Recipe
This hot cheesy crab dip is spiced with Old Bay and studded with peppadew peppers for a sweet and tangy flavor that’s irresistible.
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3
Veggie Pizza Recipe
This cold veggie pizza appetizer is made with a golden crescent roll crust, herby cream cheese filling, and loads of crunchy crisp veggies! Vegetable pizza is a perfect recipe for cookouts, holidays, or even a light lunch.
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4
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
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.
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5
Vegetable Platter with Herbed Greek Yogurt Dip
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.
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6
Foodtastic Mom
Jarlsberg Cheese Dip
This delicious Jarlsberg cheese dip recipe takes just a few minutes to make and tastes amazing with honey mustard and onion pretzel crisps!
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Cold Pasta and Potato Salad SidesPasta and potato salads are classic cookout sides. This collection of cold salads includes traditional recipes as well as unique twists.
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Italian Bowtie Pasta Salad
Bowtie Pasta Salad with Italian dressing, veggies, and Parmesan cheese is a great side dish for BBQs or light summer dinner.
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8
Southwest Pasta Salad
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!
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9
Greek Pasta Salad with Feta
Greek Pasta Salad is loaded with summer vegetables, feta cheese, and crab in a puckery Greek vinaigrette.
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10
Tastes of Lizzy T
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Pickles add a pop of tangy flavor to this picnic salad recipe. Dill Pickle Pasta Salad with a fresh dill, cool & creamy dressing.
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11
A Cedar Spoon
Italian Tortellini Salad
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.
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12
Homemade in the Kitchen
Amish Macaroni Salad (Better Than Walmart) – HITK
Creamy Amish Macaroni Salad recipe is a better than Walmart’s Amish Macaroni Salad with tangy dressing made of mayo, mustard, and paprika.
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13
Lemons and Zest
Cajun Potato Salad
Kick up your classic recipe with this Cajun Potato Salad. Eggs, crunchy celery and a creamy dressing with a simple homemade cajun seasoning.
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14
From a Chef’s Kitchen
German Potato Salad
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!
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15
From Valerie’s Kitchen
Baked Potato Salad
This Baked Potato Salad recipe takes classic potato salad to a new level! Tender, baked potatoes with cheese, bacon, and a tangy dressing.
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Cold Vegetable and Fruit Salad SidesIt'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.
16
7 Layer Salad
7 Layer Salad is an old fashioned make ahead salad that's perfect for cookouts, BBQs, and picnics. With layers of lettuce, peas, hard boiled eggs, bacon, and a creamy dressing, this delicious salad keeps for several days!
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17
Strawberry Spinach Salad
This Spinach Salad with strawberries and toasted pecans is paired with a sweet lemon dressing for an irresistibly refreshing summer salad.
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18
Easy Garden Salad Recipe
This Fresh Garden Salad is so easy to throw together! Loaded with garden veggies, this is the perfect side dish for almost any meal!
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19
Cucumber Tomato Salad
Cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions are tossed with vinegar and oil for an impressively simple and tasty summer salad
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20
That Good Salad
This is my idea of a perfect salad–packed with fresh veggies, plenty of crunch, salty bacon, and Parmesan cheese!
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21
The Food Charlatan
Strawberry Panzanella Salad
This spring salad is mostly made up of strawberries and fried bread. FRIED BREAD. Oh, and fresh mozzarella to seal the deal.
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22
Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen
Hillbilly Cole Slaw
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…
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23
Binky’s Culinary Carnival
Broccoli Salad with Raisins, Easy, & Delicious
Broccoli Salad with Raisins is a fresh, easy side salad for your next BBQ or potluck. It only takes less than 30 minutes to make.
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24
Confetti and Bliss
Southern Coleslaw
This southern coleslaw has beautiful colors, flavors and textures. It features a bright, sweet/tangy dressing that’s creamy and delicious.
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25
Three Olives Branch
Prosciutto Melon Panzanella Salad
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
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26
Healthy Delicious
Hydrating Fruit Salad with Honey & Mint
This hydrating fruit salad will be a staple at your barbecues this summer. Plus you can turn it into refreshing spa water!
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Warm Veggie Sides for Hamburgers and Hot DogsFor those who prefer a warm side dish, these sauteed and grilled sides feature summer produce and fresh flavors.
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Easy Balsamic Grilled Vegetables with Feta
Summer’s best produce is marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce then grilled to perfection and topped with fresh goat cheese.
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28
Spicy Asian Zucchini
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.
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29
Foxes Love Lemons
Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups with Feta
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.
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30
The Dizzy Cook
Grilled Baby Bok Choy
This grilled bok choy recipe can be made with baby bok choy or regular and only has 3 ingredients for a flavorful and healthy Asian side dish.
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31
The Sage Apron
Grilled Fingerling Potatoes with Lemon and Parsley
This simple side dish boasts fingerling potatoes dressed in olive oil, lemon and lots of fresh chopped parsley.
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32
Spabettie
Caprese Grilled Asparagus and Lentils
Celebrating fresh summer crops, caprese grilled asparagus and lentils make a perfect side dish or entree.
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Cookout Casseroles and More Sides for Hot Dogs and BurgersHere's all your classic summer comfort foods, from mac and cheese to baked beans and everything in between.
33
Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe
This classic stove top homemade mac and cheese recipe is extra creamy and rich with a great cheddar flavor.
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34
Easy Cheesy Potatoes
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!
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35
Corn Souffle
This Corn Souffle recipe is a fluffy, subtly sweet corn custard that's a perfect side dish for the holidays!
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36
Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese with Panko Crumb Topping
Ultra creamy, rich baked mac and cheese with a crispy Panko crumb topping.
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37
Gluten Free Cornbread
This easy Gluten Free Cornbread is made in a cast iron skillet for a buttery, tender, and moist cornbread that's an incredibly versatile side dish.
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38
Ritz Broccoli Cheese Casserole
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.
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39
Ground Beef Recipes
Cowboy Baked Beans with Ground Beef
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!
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40
Pasta Primavera or Spring in a Bowl
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.
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Hot Dogs and Hamburger Recipes to Complete Your Cookout
Not sure what to do for the main course? First, learn all our best tips for How to Grill Burgers, then visit our collection of over 30 unique burger recipes! Also check out our Air Fryer Hot Dogs (they’re as good as grilled!).
Here are our personal favorite burgers:
Mushroom Swiss Burger
Italian Burger
Brie Burger
Breakfast Burger
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