25 Old Fashioned Southern BBQ Side Dishes

When summer rolls around, I always reach for a few old-fashioned Southern side dishes for BBQ that everyone will love. This roundup features classic, easy-to-make recipes that are perfect for BBQs and family gatherings.

Southern baked beans have been a staple in my kitchen, especially for summer BBQs. It’s the kind of dish that brings back memories of relaxed family moments and delicious meals.

I’ve gathered the best Southern side dishes for BBQ, including timeless classics that home cooks return to year after year. These simple, comforting recipes are perfect for any BBQ spread.

1

Good Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese (Creamy & Easy!)

Grandma’s old fashioned mac and cheese is baked to creamy perfection with sharp cheddar, gruyere, and a golden bubbly top. Easy, cozy, and delicious!

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2

Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

There’s something so comforting about a bowl of old fashioned slow cooker creamed corn bubbling away on the counter while the rest of supper comes together. It feels like one of those side dishes that

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3

Classic Deviled Eggs

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The filling is creamy and gently tangy, with just enough mustard to balance the richness of the yolks and mayonnaise.

4

Grandma’s Classic Potato Salad Recipe

This traditional potato salad is creamy, classic, and easy to make. A grandma-style old fashioned potato salad perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and family dinners.

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5

Fresh Peach Cobbler Recipe (Old Fashioned & Southern)

This old fashioned peach cobbler is made with fresh peaches and a buttery Southern style topping. It’s warm, homemade, and perfect served with vanilla ice cream.

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6

Old Fashioned Southern Baked Beans Recipe From Scratch

These old fashioned southern baked beans are rich, sweet, and smoky with bacon. A classic grandma’s recipe made from scratch and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and family dinners.

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7

Black Eyed Pea Salad

Flavor-packed black eyed pea salad, prepared Mediterranean-style with chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, and a bright Mediterranean dressing.

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8

Butter Beans (Lima Beans with Bacon)

Southern Style Baby Lima Beans are cooked low and slow with bacon and seasoned to perfection. This country delicacy is melt in your mouth deliciousness!

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9

Cast Iron Skillet Corn Bread

This is a great recipe and tastes better, I find, when cooked in a cast iron skillet and served hot tableside.

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10

Chow Chow Relish

Homemade chow chow relish uses up fresh cabbage, peppers, and tomatoes. This easy vinegar slaw tastes amazing with chicken, pork, or fish.

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11

Southern Collard Greens & Bacon!

This super easy and delicious collard greens with bacon is a slightly lighter version than many collard greens recipes and it tastes so good!

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12

Cornbread Salad

This layered Cake Pan Cornbread Salad has layers of cornbread, bbq ranch dressing, beans, lettuce, tomato, bacon, and green onion!

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13

Cowboy Beans

Cowboy Beans are a hearty side dish made with ground beef, bacon, onion, peppers, brown sugar, baked beans, and barbecue sauce.

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14

Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

Creamy coleslaw recipe that’s sweet and tangy! Easy coleslaw dressing that’s perfect for BBQ, cookouts, and family dinners.

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15

Field Peas & Snap Beans

Field peas are creamy and delicious but always turn a muddy color when cooked. Snap beans provide a pop of color!

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16

Best Fried Green Tomatoes

These fried green tomatoes are perfectly crispy outside, juicy inside, and an easy way to use up green tomatoes for a wonderful late summer treat.

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17

Hushpuppies (Fried Cornmeal Fritters)

This basic hush puppy recipe is made with self-rising cornmeal mix and self-rising flour. The green onions add a bit of flavor and color.

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18

Hot German Potato Salad

This hot German potato salad recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the addition of crispy bacon, tender onions, sugar, vinegar, and black pepper.

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19

Homemade Pickled Okra

Learn how to can Homemade Pickled Okra with this complete guide that goes from making brine to processing jars. A classic southern favorite!

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20

Simple Cucumber and Onion Salad

A simple cucumber and onion salad that combines flavors of sweet onion and tart vinegar to create a beloved, quick and easy recipe.

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21

Southern Fried Okra

Golden, crispy fried okra nuggets with a seasoned cornmeal coating are a Southern classic. Easy to make for a simple and delicious summer appetizer.

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22

Southern Green Beans

Southern Green Beans are slow cooked string beans combined with onion, garlic and crisp bacon. The end result is heavenly with scrumptious tender melt in your mouth green beans.

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23

Squash Casserole Recipe

Squash Casserole is an essential dish for family meals, holidays, and more. Topped with a buttery cracker topping, this squash casserole recipe is a delicious all-time favorite!

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24

Classic Macaroni Salad

This classic recipe for Macaroni Salad is perfect for any potluck or church supper. It’s creamy and filled with great flavor. Plus, I’ve included a few great tips to help you make the best macaroni salad ever!

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25

Grandma’s Corn Pudding

This creamy corn pudding, made with whole kernel and cream-style corn, bakes in an hour for a sweet, custardy casserole perfect for holidays.

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26

Vinegar-Based Coleslaw Recipe

Try this amazingly delicious and easy-to-make side dish for a Vinegar Based Coleslaw recipe at your next barbecue or backyard get-together.

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