These side dish recipes will perfectly complement that mouthwatering rack of meat.
Cookingribs on the grillis great, but they do not make a complete meal.
But what else to serve, then?
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Fortunately, most side dishes pair well with ribs.
From veggie-based salads to bread rolls to coleslaws, these are some of the best sides for ribs.
The butter is browned to give the potatoes a slightly toasted, caramelized flavor.
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For one thing, bacon elevates any dish it’s added to.
Top with fresh Parmesan and homemade croutons.
Make this recipe even easier by using pre-diced pancetta.
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It only takes 20 minutes of hands-on time to make eight servings.
Lemon juice adds a bright, citrusy taste to the Southern staple side.
Thinly sliced garlic is cooked in a skillet and removed to leave the oil infused with garlicky flavor.
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Almonds in the oil dressing offer a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
The salad is topped with carrot greens, lemon zest, oil, and flaky sea salt.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Jennifer Causey
This easy pasta salad featuring roasted cherry tomatoes is perfect for a summer dinner with ribs.
The tangy lemon and nutty tahini perfectly complement a smoky, spicy sauce.
This allows the kale to tenderize and grow even more tasty.
Anna Williams
Layers of thinly sliced garlicky potatoes stay crispy on the top and sides and creamy in the middle.
To quicken up the prep, a mandolin will help you slice even potato slices.
Elote Jalapeno Poppers
Victor Protasio
Add a little spiciness alongside your ribs with these elote jalapeno poppers.
Victor Protasio
A traditional Mexican street dish, elote is grilled corn coated in mayo and sprinkled with cojita cheese.
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