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The Fourth of July is quickly approaching, and for us, that means a day spent outside with lots of crowd-pleasing sides! They need to be undeniably tasty, festive, and easy to prepare.
These side dish recipes are perfect for the Fourth of July or anytime you need a winning dish that's both healthy and delicious.
HOW TO CUT A WATERMELON. Watermelon is a must-have side dish for any summer celebration! Use my tips to cut it perfectly every time. One reader said: "This was super helpful!! Before this, I too was daunted by cutting watermelon and avoided buying it. Now I can easily enjoy it again without being afraid of cutting it."
| How to Cut a Watermelon |
BLT PASTA SALAD. From the crispy bacon to the creamy homemade dressing, this simple pasta salad is a delight. Great as a side or main! One reader said: "This recipe is just outstanding! Everyone loved it. My only mistake was not doubling it so we'd have leftovers."
| BLT Pasta Salad |
GRILLED ZUCCHINI. Do you have a zucchini surplus? This grilled zucchini recipe is the perfect way to use it! One reader said: "This recipe is AMAZING!"
| Grilled Zucchini |
BOSTON BAKED BEANS. Forget the canned kind. These smoky baked beans are the ideal side dish for any 4th of July cookout!
| Boston Baked Beans |
RAMEN SALAD. Crisp, crunchy, and nutritious. This will add a beautiful burst of color to your spread. One reader said: "A definite summer favorite. Everyone I've made this for absolutely loves it. And so easy to make."
| Ramen Salad |
SWEET POTATO SALAD. With creamy sweet potatoes, crispy bacon, and a mayo-free dressing, this salad is a cookout superstar! Dairy-free, gluten-free, and Paleo. One reader said: "This is absolutely AMAZING. I can't say enough about how great this is!!!"
| Sweet Potato Salad |
INSTANT POT MAC AND CHEESE. This mac and cheese has a healthy secret, but it won't tell if you don't. It's ultra thick and creamy. One reader said: "This was delicious and so easy! I'll definitely make this again."
| Instant Pot Mac and Cheese |
HEALTHY COLESLAW. Using Greek yogurt instead of mayo, this recipe lightens up the classic side dish. Pairs exceptionally well with a grilled main dish. One reader said: "This is such a delicious and healthy spin on a classic recipe. My family really enjoyed it!"
| Healthy Coleslaw |
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Happy Fourth of July!
xo,
Erin Clarke
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