12 New 4th of July Side Dishes That Are Not Just Potato Salad

Say goodbye to predictable sides and impress your guests with these delicious and unique recipes. Get ready to elevate your 4th of July feast to a whole new level of taste and excitement.

Creamy Cauliflower Radish Salad

Vegan Cauliflower Salad with cucumbers and radishes in a bowl. — Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Vibrant, healthy, and delicious Creamy Cauliflower Salad With Cucumber And Corn is going to be on repeat this summer. So easy to make. You'll love the creamy and herby sauce. Get the recipe.

4-Ingredient Smashed Potatoes

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So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Get the recipe.

Marinated Zucchini Salad

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Perfect for picnics, potlucks or as a quick side dish for any meal, this Marinated Zucchini Salad is easy, healthy and so good! Made with raw zucchini, a touch of garlic and a few more simple ingredients, this quick recipe will freshen up any meal. Get the recipe.

Easy Napa Cabbage Slaw

Napa cabbage salad with cucumbers in a beige bowl. — Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This Healthy Napa Cabbage Salad aka Slaw is a quick 5 -ingredient side dish recipe that is great to take on a picnic or serve alongside tacos or other mains. It's simple, delicious and doesn't contain mayo. Get the recipe.

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Mushroom, Olives, Pasta Salad

Easy and fun Marinated Mushroom Pasta Salad With Green Olives is perfect for picnics or potlucks. Mushrooms make this pasta salad hearty and rich. They also stand up to the bold flavors of the dressing. Be sure to slice the mushrooms thin to make sure they absorb plenty of flavor from the marinade. Get the recipe.

Korean Style Beet Salad

Spicy beet salad topped with sesame seeds in a white bowl. — Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

A roasted vegan beet salad is prepared by cooking the beets and then marinating them in a few flavorful ingredients. This simple beet recipe is incredibly delicious, healthy, and perfect for any time of the year. Get the recipe.

Mediterranean Lemon Potatoes

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These Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes are fully loaded with lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. Plus, they couldn’t be easier to make! No boiling is needed. Try this simple side dish the next time you’re craving something fresh, unique, and flavorful. Get the recipe.

Tomato Salad With A Crunch

Simple but so delicious Heirloom Tomato Salad made with fresh heirloom tomatoes and addictive crunchy topping! Super easy and healthy summer side dish that goes with everything! You'll be hooked! Get the recipe.

Broccoli Mushroom Salad

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This Broccoli And Mushroom Salad Recipe features some of my favorite ingredients. Shiitake mushrooms, fresh crunchy broccoli, Kalamata olives, and amazing red onion vinaigrette. So healthy, clean, and perfect for a light dinner, a colorful side, or meal prep. Get the recipe.

Spicy Carror Salad

Korean carrot salad topped with sesame seeds in a white bowl. — Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Crunchy and Spicy Korean Carrots Salad will win people over at potlucks, picnics, and as a unique side dish in any home. Made with fresh carrots, coriander, garlic, and oil, these Korean-style marinated carrots are easy, quick and always delicious! Ready in 20 minutes. Get the recipe.

Chickpea Caesar's Salad

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This easy Vegan Caesar Salad is so good, you'll never go back to the original. Even omnivores will never know there’re no anchovies or cheese in the dressing. Get the recipe.

Italian Bean & Olive Salad

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This Italian Cannellini Bean Salad is healthy, flavorful, and satisfying. Made with white beans, juicy roasted bell peppers, olives, marinated red onions, and dollops of cashew (or goat) cheese, it's the perfect cold side dish or easy lunch. A good option for picnics, potluck, or work lunches too. Get the recipe.