Summer Sides

ck-Corn on the Cob with Honey Chipotle Butter Image

Corn on the Grill

Fresh summer corn is one of the season's best gifts, and when you grill it,...

Fresh summer corn is one of the season's best gifts, and when you grill it, the flavor goes from super good to sublime.

sl-Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk-Feta Dressing Image

Our Favorite Green Tomato Recipes

Enjoy the tanginess that green tomatoes can add to a variety of recipes inc...

Enjoy the tanginess that green tomatoes can add to a variety of recipes including the classic fried green tomatoes, but also salsa, chili, and even cupcakes.

Bean Side Dishes for Summer

Round out your summer meals with a variety of bean side dishes including ch...

Round out your summer meals with a variety of bean side dishes including chilled bean salads, black beans and rice, succotash, and home-style lima beans.

ck-Grilled Zucchini with Lemon-Garlic Breadcrumbs Image

Our Best Zucchini Side Dishes

Make the most of the versatility of zucchini with this collection of top-ra...

Make the most of the versatility of zucchini with this collection of top-rated side dish recipes.

ck-Warmed Berries with Honey and Fresh Cheese Image

Summer Fruit Salad Recipes

Brighten up your outdoor meals with summer's best fresh fruit salads.

ck-Quick Summer Squash and Bell Pepper Gratin Image

Summer Squash Recipes

Summer produce is as colorful as it is delicious. A great way to put your g...

Summer produce is as colorful as it is delicious. A great way to put your garden to use is to grow squash in the summer and the winter. In the sweltering heat, use bright yellow summer squash in a variety of side dishes from cheesy squash casseroles to easy squash sautés. These dishes are easy to assemble, easy to prep, and have a bright and fresh flavor.

ck-Tomato Salad with Herbed Ricotta and Balsamic Vinaigrette Image

125 Sensational Summer Sides

Here's our biggest collection of summer side dishes that will be a hit at a...

Here's our biggest collection of summer side dishes that will be a hit at any backyard BBQ, park picnic, family fiesta, or fabulous fête.

Elote-Style Corn with Cojita and Spiced Cilantro Cream image

Hearty Grilled Veggies

Grilling isn't just for meat. Try our recipes for grilled vegetable sides t...

Grilling isn't just for meat. Try our recipes for grilled vegetable sides that even carnivores will love.

ck-Cilantro-Kale Salad with Buttermilk Dressing Image

Easy Green Salads

If you're looking for a simple, green salad to pair with your entrée, then ...

If you're looking for a simple, green salad to pair with your entrée, then these low calorie salad recipes are the perfect mate. Savor seriously tasty salads with all the flavors you love and the convenience you need.

Nothing says summer like juicy peaches, ripe tomatoes, or fresh basil. Seasonal produce from your local farmers market or backyard garden has a taste, smell, and uniqueness that gives recipes a flavor that's hard to match. Here's the season's bounty of produce options and ways to use in your home-cooked meals.

Farmer's Market Favorites

Southern Living Farmers Market Cookbook shows you how to select, store, and...

Southern Living Farmers Market Cookbook shows you how to select, store, and cook summer's freshest produce.

No-Cook Side Dishes

Beat the heat with summer vegetable recipes that don't require any cooking....

Beat the heat with summer vegetable recipes that don't require any cooking. No cooking at all. We promise.

55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes

65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party