Need ideas for Side Dishes for a BBQ

saraann4

Preferably looking for a low cal recipe for like au gratin potatoes, macaroni salad, potato, salad or anything related.

geetabean

You could make a broccoli salad, or a whole grain pasta salad. You could make a veggie tray with low cal dip. I would probably stay away from the cheesy potato type dishes. Even if you use low fat cheese that combo would be high calories. I've made fruit kabobs before....they were really good. Just cube up and assortment of fruits, melon, grapes, strawberry halves....yummy stuff! You could do stuffed mushrooms in a healthy way.....stuff them with a little sun dried tomato pesto and parmesan.

jipsybird

Homemade coleslaw with a honey mustard and white wine vinegar dressing.

keem88

i was also going to suggest a type of chilled salad such as a wheat pasta side or something with fruit. you could go for a salsa to bring as well with some baked chips or maybe a dip made with light ingredients?

millionsofpeaches

I always make a caprese salad for BBQ's - It is low cal, healthy, and everyone loves it.

- Sliced tomatoes (I personally use grape and slice them in half)
- Fresh mozzarella diced
- salt & pepper
- drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- drizzle of balsamic vinegar
- chiffonade of fresh basil leaves

Make it an hour or two prior to event so it has time to soak up all of its yummy goodness.

I usually use a ratio of 2/3 tomato and 1/3 mozzarella... It really is up to you.

krnlcsf

skinnytaste.com has a low cal potato salad... haven't tried it, but looks good.

7funnygirl7

Homemade coleslaw with a honey mustard and white wine vinegar dressing.

Do share the recipe please! :bigsmile:

chicagojen

Ellie Kreiger has a great spinach & whole wheat pasta salad that I took to several BBQs last year with rave reviews. I have also started to bring a Peach & Basil Salad to parties this year. The links to both the recipes are below:

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/whole-wheat-pasta-salad-with-walnuts-and-feta-cheese-recipe/index.html

http://www.marthastewart.com/353742/peaches-basil-and-red-onion

ButtercupSprad

With summer coming up, I needed some ideas too! Thanks!

MB_Positif

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/easy_black_beans.html

Not exactly what you asked for, but always a hit with my friends. I add tomatoes to the recipe.

Lightbulb1088

I've used a recipe from Rachel Ray called Red, white and Blue cole slaw. it is a heart heathly recipe.
I added red pepper, carrotts and sweet onion. it was very good and a big hit at our pot luck.

Jljones2787

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/i-cant-believe-its-not-potato-salad-recipe/index.html

CMB1979

Sweet & spicy Pear salsa with homemade baked tortilla chips.

california_peach

http://www.myveggietable.com/2011/01/low-cal-cole-slaw.html

http://www.myveggietable.com/2010/07/roasted-corn-salad.html

http://www.myveggietable.com/2009/09/three-bean-salad.html

Check these out. Sorry, I don't have the calories for the last two, but I don't think they would be that bad.

mcpherson4

Homemade coleslaw with a honey mustard and white wine vinegar dressing.

I would like the recipe also.

mcpherson4

Sweet & spicy Pear salsa with homemade baked tortilla chips.

Recipe, please. Thank you.

Sarahafina

Better for you sides,

perhaps cauliflower and unjury protein powder cheese sauce http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/high-protein/mac-n-cheese/proteind-cheese-sauce

The down side is, It isnt Velveeta.
The up side is, its loaded with protein, low carb, and it isn't Velveeta.

Cabbage rolls (beef, rice, paprika, rolled up in cabbage leaves and cooked in a spicy tomato sauce)

LARB is a delicious Thai spicy salad that has cilantro, red chili flakes, and ground chicken or pork (or of choice) wrapped in a cool lettuce leaves, can also be served mixed with lettuce for an awesome salad.

Deviled Eggs with crab or olives or capers (these additions mean flavor is not compromised for a mayo reduction)

Hummus and veggies

Watermellon

mirfan25

I always make a caprese salad for BBQ's - It is low cal, healthy, and everyone loves it.

- Sliced tomatoes (I personally use grape and slice them in half)
- Fresh mozzarella diced
- salt & pepper
- drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- drizzle of balsamic vinegar
- chiffonade of fresh basil leaves

Make it an hour or two prior to event so it has time to soak up all of its yummy goodness.

I usually use a ratio of 2/3 tomato and 1/3 mozzarella... It really is up to you.

this sounds great, thanks!

kelly_gelinas

bump, I need to try these recipes

Calipalm

bump, I need to try these recipes

Me too!

jtdowell

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Quinoa-and-Black-Bean-Salad-12245

a go-to favorite all summer long! i like to throw in whatever fresh veggies i have lying around too...

HelloSweetie4

I looove a good caprese salad!

Grilled peppers, summer squash, and zucchini drizzled with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper

CMB1979

Sweet & spicy Pear salsa with homemade baked tortilla chips.

Recipe, please. Thank you.

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Crunchy-Pear-Salsa-107881
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/baked-tortilla-chips/