20 Make-Ahead Sides for Your Next Outdoor Gathering

Whether you're grilling burgers and hot dogs or serving up grilled chicken and kebabs, these cool salads and grillable sides are sure to impress your guests. From marinated slaws to flavorful pasta salads and cheesy grilled potatoes, these dishes have something to offer everyone at the table. Recipes like our Dill-Pickle Pasta Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing and Lemony Lentil Salad with Feta can be made the night before—or even days ahead—to make hosting the perfect gathering easier than ever.