Explore the flavorful world of kebab sides beyond white rice.

Kebabs are an excellent choice to serve at your nextbackyard barbecuebecause they’re generally beloved by all.

The sides here are also a great summer food option because they’re light and fresh.

Spicy Beef Kebabs With Watermelon Salad

Photo: Christopher Baker

This easy, nutrient-forward Mediterranean salad also features chopped vegetables and bulgur wheat.

Plus, you get an extra crunch from the pita, which also makes the salad a bit heartier.

you could make this couscous salad a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.

Pluot and Cucumber Tabbouleh

Greg DuPree

Though it’s slightly bitter, it’s a bit milder thanspinach.

you could add flavor to this dish by cooking the couscous in equal parts water and chicken broth.

This rice is also loaded with protein.

Lemony Chopped Salad

Victor Protasio

This recipe also includes a slicedavocado, which brings healthy fats to the dish.

Roast the bread pieces alongside the bacon to allow its meaty saltiness to infuse the croutons.

If peaches happen to be in season, this is an excellent way to use them alongside your kebobs.

Moroccan Couscous Salad

Greg DuPree

It also adds an interesting flavor next to your kebabs.

The whole-grain mustard adds plenty of pungent flavor without heavy mix-ins.

it’s possible for you to adjust the spiciness by combining chile-garlic sauce with soy sauce dressing.

Swiss Chard With Chickpeas and Couscous

John Kernick

Or leave out the fire altogetheryou’ll still have plenty of flavors to enjoy.

Zucchini Tzatziki Slaw

Tzatziki is a popular Greek sauce made with a base of strained Greek yogurt.

Here, it also adds a fruity zing to your kebabs.

Toasted Israeli Couscous With Corn and Herbs Recipe

Greg DuPree

You’ll steam-roast the potatoes and the beets, which makes them tender and creamy.

The unique dressing is made with maple syrup, shallots, and Dijon mustard.

Halloumi tastes salty and can be sliced into hearty planks like tofu.

Spiced Rice With Crispy Chickpeas Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Spring Green Salad

It’s healthy veggies galore!

Ginger and lime are great breakfast flavors, too, so refrigerate your leftovers for tomorrow morning.

Pistachios are one of thehighest protein nuts.

Sides for kebabs - Tomato and Corn Salad

Paul Sirisalee

Final step: Top with fresh chopped parsley and tarragon.

Drizzle on a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing and top with aged provolone shavings.

Don’t have cotija cheese?

Spinach and Radish Salad With Feta

Greg DuPree

Substitute aged Cheddar or parmesan cheese.

you might refrigerate this salad for up to several hours before serving.

Peach and Arugula Salad With Burrata

Greg DuPree

Green Salad with Cornichon Vinaigrette

Victor Protasio

Sides for kebabs - Herb Potato Salad

Anna Williams

Fusilli with Minty Pea Pesto

Jennifer Causey

Sesame Ginger Potato Salad

Greg DuPree

Zucchini Tzatziki Slaw

Greg DuPree

German Beet-and-Potato Salad

Victor Protasio

Every-Citrus Salad with Almonds and Manchego Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Grilled Halloumi Salad

Greg DuPree

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Greg DuPree

Ginger-Lime Melon Salad

Jennifer Causey

Herby Rice Salad in a bowl

Courtesy of Ananda Eidelstein

Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf With Cranberries in a Brown Bowl

Gentl + Hyers

Brussels Sprouts Salad

Heami Lee

Spicy Street Corn Salad in a serving dish with a spoon.

Jen Causey

Peach, mozzarella, and basil salad on a white background.

Ngoc Minh Ngo