10 Best Summer Sides

From grilled baby potatoes to ratatouille to cilantro lime sweet corn, these summer sides will steal the spotlight.

Vivian Howard’s Cilantro Lime Sweet Corn

Spicy and buttery, this is the perfect make-ahead corn dish for a summer barbecue.
Sautéed Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes

Crisp zucchini, burst cherry tomatoes and meltingly sweet red onions make a lovely summer side dish.
Grilled Baby Potatoes with Dijon Mustard & Herbs

A thick Dijon mustard marinade gives these grilled baby potatoes great texture and flavor. Perfect for a summer cookout!
Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a bright and chunky summer vegetable stew, rich with olive oil and fragrant with garlic and herbs.
Roasted Tomato-Peach Jam

Sweet and savory, this tomato-peach jam is delicious on burgers or served alongside grilled meats, sausage, fish, or cheese.
Cornbread Muffins

These tender cornbread muffins are the perfect side to any Southern or Southwestern dish. You can whip up the batter in no time!
Black Bean and Corn Salad with Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette

This make-ahead black bean and corn salad is a real crowd-pleaser. Bonus: it doubles as a dip!
Creamed Zucchini with Garlic & Basil

Made simply with grated zucchini, butter and cream, this creamed zucchini makes an easy and elegant summer dish.
Warm Couscous Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette

A savory and sweet couscous salad with scallions, sliced almonds and a fruity apricot vinaigrette.
Caramelized Onions and Peppers

Caramelized onions, sweet caramel-colored ribbons, mixed with sautéed bell peppers are delicious with steak or spicy Italian sausage.