You guys, our nation’s Independence Day is almost here! To get ready for the holiday I thought I’d round-up all my tried and true side dishes and desserts in case you still need some delicious ideas! 😀 I think in advance most of us have a good idea of what main course we’ll be grilling on the big day. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, steaks- but what usually stumps me are the sides to go with it!

Pasta salads are always a must. For us, anyway. I can’t imagine an outdoor barbecue without some comforting pasta salad. Yum! Also- the veggies. Bring on the veggies with dips. Oh, and grilled corn. Yes! Mmkay, I’m getting hungry over here. 😀 So lets bring on the food. Check out all the ideas below that would make your 4th of July party the tastiest!

SIDE DISHES

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad

Tri-Color Pasta Salad

Pesto Tortellini Salad

Asian Pasta Salad

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Salad

Grilled Corn with Cilantro Lime Butter

Creamy Confetti Corn

Baked Parmesan Zucchini

Lemon Parmesan Asparagus

Cheesy Broccoli Twice-Baked Potatoes

DESSERTS

Rainbow Fruit Salad

Ambrosia Salad

Easy Cherry Cobbler

The Best Rice Krispie Treats

Texas Sheet Cake Bites

Red, White and Blue Berry Trifle

Glazed Lemon Brownies

Heavenly OREO Dessert

Pudding Pops

Brownie Batter Dip

Skinny Strawberry Cheesecake Dip