Cold side dishes for a crowd

My cold side dishes include refreshing salads, tasty quick breads, fruity side dishes, and chilled desserts for beating the heat!

This traditional 7 Layer Salad has layers of lettuce, peas, celery, onions, bacon, cheese and a dressing. This is always a favorite recipe!

Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or looking for the perfect accompaniment to your favorite main course, check out these delicious Cold Side Dishes!

Need potluck food ideas to make and take? These 40 must make potluck dishes are the most popular and crowd-pleasing food ideas to take to potluck parties. From main dishes...

BEST BROCCOLI SALAD (Easy Make-Ahead Recipe) with bacon, delicious, refreshing salad great during summer & for a crowd

Crack Corn Salad is crunchy, creamy, sweet, sour, and savory all at once! Make it with fresh or frozen corn, Ranch dressing, bacon, and cheddar cheese. This summer salad is ready to serve in just about 15 minutes.

Easy Pea Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Creamy dressing mixed with peas, bacon, cheese and onion. I love serving this all year!

Looking for a quick and easy side dish? Try this Crack Corn Salad! Made with sweet corn, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a creamy ranch dressing, it’s the perfect recipe for barbecues, potlucks, and summer gatherings. This delicious, no-fuss salad can be made in advance and is a crowd-pleaser at any event. Whether you’re serving it with grilled chicken or burgers, this corn salad is sure to be a hit. Save this simple and flavorful side dish for your next cookout!

This taco pasta salad feeds a crowd and is always a big hit! Loaded with seasoned beef, crisp veggies, plenty of cheese, and all topped off with a creamy, sweet, tangy dressing! The real crowd pleaser are the crushed Doritos throughout the salad though!

Make Ahead Salad Recipes for a Crowd: Pasta salads, potato salads, lettuce salads and so many more for your next get together!