Wondering What to Serve with Pulled Pork? We Have 35 Tasty Ideas

Garlicky sriracha mayo > melted butter and salt, no contest. If the weather’s off, feel free tocook the cornindoors on a grill plate instead of on the barbecue.

我们值列表e using theCrockpotover thesummerbecause it means not having to sweat over a hot stove all night. Less time in the kitchen = more time in the yard.

Whether you’re serving it on the side or piling it high atop a pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw is an absolute must at any cookout. It’s crisp, refreshing and pairs with smoky meat like a charm.

Want to make a pulled pork sandwich instead of serving the meat solo? Turn to these impressive buns that your guests won’t believe are homemade.

You won’t findspudsormayonnaise in this creamypicnicstaple. Instead, we usecauliflowerand a mix ofGreek yogurt,sour creamand Dijon mustard.

Of all the pulled pork side dishes,mac and cheesemight be the most essential. Its buttery, decadent flavor is just the match for tangy barbecue.

The trick to not burning a singleskewer, you ask? Stick to oneveggieper stick so they all cook evenly. Pass the lemon-parsley dressing, please.

ThisSouthern-inspired side is a guaranteed win, even with picky kids. We trade butter in the dough for Greek yogurt to keep it moist, but don’t worry—thebiscuitsare brushed with honey butter before being baked.

As far as pulled pork sides go, you may not think ofpicklesright off the bat. But they’re served at real-deal barbecue joints for a reason: Theirvinegary acidityacts as a palate cleanser, cutting through the meat’s fattiness and richness between bites.

The key to this award-winning pitmaster’s iconic cheese spread? Shredding the sharp cheddar by hand. It may seem like a pain at first, but pre-shredded cheese contains added ingredients that prevent clumping, so it’s the only way to get the smooth, creamy consistency you crave.

The hottest summer day is no match for this refreshingsidedish. It’s as simple asquick-picklingEuropeancucumber,red onionand garlic with fresh dill.

Pulled pork is the star, but this stunningsaladcould very well steal the spotlight. Think sweet, charredpeaches, crispy pine nuts, tangy halloumi and lots of fresh greens.

Fresh Fresno chiles meethoneyand all the melted butter atop a tangy, sour cream-laced cornbread that will straight-up knock your socks off. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Overquinoa? We have just the swap. Meetmillet, a nutritious, gluten-free grain that’s just as hearty and comforting. Here, it’s mixed with scallions, cherrytomatoesand cubed Havarti.

This beauty 1) cooks in asingle pan, 2) is prime for warm weather, unlike, say, spaghetti and meatballs and 3) will look downright divine in the center of your patio table.

The traditional French version is topped with canned tuna, but we went ham with vibrant veggies instead. We’re talking green beans,arugula,radishes, cucumber andpotatoes.

We don’t blame you for thinking cabbage tastes a little…meh.Kaleandsproutshave much stronger tastes that can hold their own against vegan Caesar dressing.

By swapping sausage for caramelized onions, these biscuits doused in gravy are totallyvegetarian. TBH, we’d plan to use one of the biscuits as a bun for a pulled pork sandwich.

Akasummeron a plate. Grilledzucchini’s crisp, mild flavor is just the match for mildmozz, juicytomatoesand zingy balsamic.

If you’ve never tried yellow tomatoes, they’re much less acidic than their red cousins and slightly sweet. The addition of two ripepeachesmakes this 45-minute wonder even sweeter.

One bite and you’ll never settle for plain boiledcornagain. These puppies are slathered in chili-lime mayonnaise, then rolled in Parmesan cheese and smoked paprika.

There’s really no need to brave a pot of spitting oil to get your fry on. These bake to crispy perfection in the oven in just over half an hour.

Not only are the fritters bursting with sweet summercorn, but they’re also loaded with chopped scallions, shredded mozzarella and Parmesan.

Bury us in black pepper bacon. Thissandwich-inspired side dish has all the crunch, creaminess and flavor of the O.G., minus the bread.

BRB, swooning hard over thosechar marks. If you need tips for assembling the sweet-and-salty skewers, follow our guide forcutting watermelon. (It’s easier than you think, promise.)

If you hit the farmers market and picked up the tastiest spring and summer produce in one trip, you’d have the makings for this mélange of sugar snappeas,asparagus,peaches,plumsandcherries.

Have you ever ordered a bakedpotatowith all the trimmings (bacon! cheese! sour cream!) only to get full after two bites? These minis solve that problem. Go ahead, have a dozen.

The only bowties we want to see at our barbecue are these beauties, coated in balsamic-mustard vinaigrette.

Helloooo, refreshment. It’s as simple as dumpingavocado, cukes, freshherbsand Greek yogurt into a blender and whirling until smooth. The Asiago-encrusted baguette is just the cherry on top.

If you’re one of those people who are bored bycantaloupeand honeydew, this recipe will change your mind. It’s sweet, spicy, sour, salty—what else could you want?

This earthy, hearty dish, complete with lemony breadcrumbs and a bacon-infused mustard vinaigrette, demands a permanent spot in your summer rotation.

我们值列表e shoestring fries as much as the next person, but there's something to be said for spuds that are thick enough to sport drool-worthy char marks. Don't even get us started on the herby yogurt dip.

Your first instinct may be to spoon it onto broiled salmon or scoop it up with tortilla chips, but watermelon's sweetness makes it a prime pairing for pulled pork too. Even better, it's only eight ingredients away.

Radishesare super underrated, so your guests will never see this vibrant, seven-ingredient side coming. Use the bright, herbaceous compound butter on everything from steak to a baguette.

每个人最喜欢的酱在这个明星s lip-smackingly tasty side dish. The key is using acidic buttermilk, tangy white vinegar and all the fresh herbs you can get your hands on.