Have a summer get-together and need a dish that will disappear faster than cool air through an open window? This collection presents potluck recipes that are easy to assemble, quick to transport, and get devoured with happy ferocity. Salsas enhanced with fresh fruit, slaw with the sweet pings of cranberry and apples, and Dr. Pepper pulled pork will keep your loved ones heads spinning and taste buds twirling. You may even get voted the chef of the party's party!
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Loaded Hummus Dip
This loaded hummus dip takes classic hummus to the next level with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and feta cheese. Bright, creamy, and full of Mediterranean flavor, it’s a no-cook recipe that’s perfect for entertaining or serving as a quick and easy side.
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Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Coleslaw is a classic side dish many of us first fell in love with at KFC—sweet, creamy, finely chopped, and the perfect pairing for Southern fried chicken. This copycat KFC coleslaw recipe brings back that nostalgic flavor, so you can enjoy it anytime. Serve it alongside seafood, BBQ, hot dogs, or your favorite grilled dishes.
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Cucumber Tomato Salad
This vibrant cucumber tomato salad with vinegar is one of the easiest ways to freshen up your summer meals. It’s light, refreshing, and comes together in minutes—perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner.
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Strawberry Pretzel Salad
This vintage dessert has a great contrast of flavors from the sweet strawberry Jello, creamy filling and salty pretzel crust. This is perfect for anytime of year.
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Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad With Balsamic
Bursting with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad is easy to prepare using simple ingredients. In under 20 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal, a delicious side dish, or a perfect summer potluck dish!
Get the recipe: Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad With Balsamic
Southern Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding
Southern Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding is made with layers of buttery cookies, bananas and a decadent pudding. This is made in a 13x9 inch dish making it an easy potluck dessert.
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Strawberry Mango Avocado Salsa
Doesn't it already sound delicious and intriguing - Strawberry Mango Avocado Salsa? Burst of juiciness, exotic flavors, and creaminess of avocado in one dip or as a perfect pairing for chicken.
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Veggie Pizza
This crowd pleasing appetizer is made with a flaky crescent roll crust, cream cheese and colorful veggies.
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Honey Lime Fruit Salad
This Fresh Fruit Salad with honey lime dressing is a great snack to enjoy. A burst of fresh, ripe fruit and berries combined into a beautiful, refreshingly sweet summer bowl. Easy to make, packed with vibrant colors, and tastes amazing.
Get the recipe: Honey Lime Fruit Salad
Cranberry Apple Slaw
Who doesn’t love a little change of pace, right? That’s exactly why you should try this recipe! It’s a fresh take on your classic cabbage slaw, and totally worth sharing with the people you love!
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Dutch Oven Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
Dutch Oven Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork is a glorious combination of sweet, caramelized, and peppery flavors. Cooked low and slow, the meat is fork-tender and falls apart with ease when ready. Served as is or covered in BBQ sauce, topped with purple onions, jalapenos, and cabbage on a bun for the perfect bite.
Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
Double Chocolate S'mores Cookies
These Chocolate S'mores Cookies are chewy double chocolate cookies stuffed with marshmallows, graham crackers, and dark chocolate. Super simple to make and taste amazing!
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Poppyseed Pasta Salad
This vegetable pasta salad is refreshing, healthy, and delicious. Homemade poppyseed dressing pairs well with all the veggies and highlights sweet and tangy flavors.
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Snickers Salad
Snickers salad is an easy, 3-ingredient dessert recipe! This quick candy bar salad takes just 5 minutes to make.
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Watergate Salad
This Watergate Salad is a light and creamy chilled dessert loaded with crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pistachios! It only takes 15 minutes to make.
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Panzanella Toscano With Grilled Chicken
This Tuscan-inspired panzanella skips the stove and gets smoky flavor by grilling crusty bread, chicken, and peppers. Toss them with fresh summer bounty like tomatoes, cucumbers, green onions, and fragrant herbs, all tied together with a vibrant dressing for a stunning and satisfying bread salad.
Get the recipe: Panzanella Toscano With Grilled Chicken
Three Bean Salad
This Three Bean recipe is a classic you'll keep coming back to! It's a refreshing dish that fits any occasion—from casual family dinners to festive summer BBQs.
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Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
Nothing says fresh more than this salad recipe. Just look at that vibrant deliciousness! The perfect combination of juicy tomato, cool cucumber, and the lush avocado, will treat you to this brightly refreshing summer salad. Worth a try!
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Italian Grinder Sliders
This quick recipe takes only 30 minutes to make. These Italian Grinder sliders have deli meats, cheese and a delicious tangy grinder salad.
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