Easy and delicious barbecue side dishes to try right away

Side dishes that light up the grill

When planning a barbecue, well-seared meat or fish isn't enough. You need the right side dishes, bursting with color and flavor.

Grilled vegetables, delicious leeks, creamy potatoes, and seasonal mixes make every bite more delicious. And the table instantly becomes richer.

Served alongside skewers, chops, or grilled fish, these side dishes are an easy and tasty way to complete your barbecue.

Grilled vegetables

Grilled vegetables are a classic side dish that brings all the flavors of the grilled garden to the table. Zucchini, eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes offer an irresistible mix of colors and flavors. Crispy and juicy, they pair perfectly with both meat and fish.

Each bite alternates the sweetness of the vegetables with the bold notes of salt and black pepper, for a simple yet satisfying flavor. They're the perfect choice when you want a light, quick, and easy-to-prepare side dish to accompany any barbecue.

Smart tip: If you want to make the peppers more digestible, put them in the oven and grill them, turning them on all sides until they are soft and nicely charred.

Grilled leeks

Grilled leeks are a delicious and authentic side dish that brings a unique flavor to the table. Their delicate flavor intensifies on the grill and complements the aroma of aromatic herbs. They're perfect with grilled meat or fish.

Soft on the inside and lightly toasted on the outside, they offer a pleasant, enveloping sensation on the palate. The extra virgin olive oil, pepper, and fresh hint of herbs give them character without being heavy.

Serve them when you want to add an elegant yet simple touch to your barbecue, with a side dish that surprises without complicating your life.

Smart tip: You can enhance grilled leeks by drizzling them with balsamic vinegar and chopped mint, parsley, dill, and rosemary just before serving.

Vegetables in a pan

Pan-fried vegetables are a tasty and colorful side dish, ready in just a few steps. Eggplant, peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and spring onions create a vibrant and inviting mix. The scent of fresh basil ties it all together in a simple yet flavorful dish.

The vegetables remain crunchy and juicy, with the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes melding with the bolder notes of the peppers. Each bite is a balance of softness and freshness, enhanced by extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.

This very easy side dish is perfect when you want to accompany your barbecue with a light but tasty dish, which brings all the colors of the season to the table.

Clever tip: for an even more fragrant result, you can add a few hand-torn basil leaves at the end of cooking, just before serving.

Potato salad

Potato salad is a creamy and inviting side dish, enhanced by a sauce that instantly makes it special. The full flavor of potatoes pairs with the freshness of yogurt and the bold note of mustard. It's perfect for accompanying meat or fish main courses.

The potatoes are soft to the bite and enveloped in a velvety cream, flavored with chives, parsley, and a light sprinkling of pepper. Mayonnaise and yogurt lend a soft, rich texture that makes every bite satisfying.

Bring it to the table whenever you want a barbecue classic, simple to prepare and perfect served cold alongside sausages, chops or skewers.

Smart tip: You can adjust the creaminess of the sauce to your taste by slightly increasing the amount of yogurt or mayonnaise and garnish with a little chopped fresh chives.