Sides to Eat With Bbq Beef Ribs

If it's your turn to host the next family get together and you need to know what to serve with BBQ ribs - I've got a the perfect list of sides for you! This list is full of classic cookout dishes and some surprising sides that will have everyone wanting to eat over at your place!

A compilation of impressive sides to serve with ribs at your next BBQ!

Nothing like a BBQ to lure in your friends and family to your place for a day of fun. There's something so satisfying about sharing a plate of fall-off-the-bone tender ribs in a tangy, caramelized barbecue sauce.

There is no right or wrong answer when choosing side dishes to go with your ribs, but the classics always tend to hit the spot! Below I've gathered a few of those classic sides, and a few not-so-classic, that are sure to dazzle the tastebuds of your guests at your next BBQ!

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• 1. Mac and Cheese
• 2. Potato Wedges
• 3. Corn Fritters
• 4. Caesar Salad
• 5. Chef Salad
• 6. Corn On The Cob
• 7. Coleslaw
• 8. Green Beans
• 9. Cabbage
• 10. Baked Zucchini Rounds
• 11. Baked Potatoes
• 12. Brussel Sprouts
• 13. Cornbread
• 14. Roasted Vegetables
• 15. Strawberry Shortcake
• 🍖 My Favorite Rib Recipes
• 📋 Recipe

1. Mac and Cheese

Mac and cheese is an all-time favorite dish, for adults and children alike! This cheesy, creamy goodness is sure to attract the attention of all who are present and it will complement your BBQ ribs perfectly. The only way to make it better? Bake it in the oven!

Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This absolutely delicious Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese is wonderfully creamy and extra cheesy! Made with a minimum of three cheeses to make the best ever mac and cheese that is sure to be a family favorite!!

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2. Potato Wedges

Potatoes are a must at any BBQ gathering and these delectable potato wedges will be devoured in no time! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside with just a little salt. These air fryer potato wedges are a crowd pleaser and are perfect to dip into BBQ sauces!

Air Fryer Frozen Potato Wedges

Delightfully crispy air fryer frozen potato wedges are a snap to make in your air fryer with little to no extra oil needed! They're fast and easy, and so much crispier than oven-baked potato wedges!

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3. Corn Fritters

If you love having something a little spicy with your ribs, these Mexican corn fritters are perfect for the job. Make them as spicy as you like, or not! Corn fritters are brown and crispy on the outside, while flavorful and tender on the inside! They are basically savory little corn pancakes!

Mexican Corn Fritters

These easy Mexican Corn Fritters can be made as spicy as you like! The only problem will be how to divide them up for all to enjoy!

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4. Caesar Salad

A classic Caesar salad is a fresh, light side you can dish up that will leave everyone plenty of room for meat. For added flavor, throw your Romain lettuce on the grill before chopping it up! Plus, this Caesar dressing is extremely simple to prepare so you can make it yourself at home!

Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing (no anchovies)

This easy-to-make creamy Caesar Salad dressing without anchovies is simply the best for being incredibly quick, versatile, and super tasty! Just a few staple ingredients that you probably have on hand and voila! you have a rich, flavorful dressing ready to use!

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5. Chef Salad

If you have guests coming over who you know are watching their calories, a chef salad would be great for them. Since it is loaded with veggies and protein, it will allow your calorie-conscious guests to fill up while still enjoying a party of yummy flavor in their mouths.

Here is an easy recipe where you can sub out the turkey for chicken or ham if you need to!

Turkey Chef Salad

This delightful Turkey Chef Salad is a post-holiday take on the classic Chef Salad! Layers of leftover turkey, bacon, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, hard boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, and croutons are set on a generous bed of fresh lettuce! It's the perfect light lunch or dinner meal after all of the rich foods from the holidays!

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6. Corn On The Cob

Corn on the cob is a cult classic when served alongside barbecued meat. There's a million ways to make it, but you don't want to crowd your grill with corn on BBQ day!

My absolute favorite way to make corn on the cob is by boiling it in a delicious combination of butter and milk! Trust me, you have to try it.

Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob

I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill! It's just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new 'go-to' method of cooking your corn!

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7. Coleslaw

If you are hosting a BBQ on a summer day, chances are that it will be hot. A refreshing, cool coleslaw will be a great way to lighten the meal!

Southern Coleslaw

Quick and easy Southern coleslaw is a classic favorite side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! Southern coleslaw isn't just for the summertime—it's great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!

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8. Green Beans

Nothing screams summer like a fresh green beans. These crisp-tender green beans are sauteed in garlic butter and will contrast your tender, juicy BBQ ribs with their addicting crunch.

As an additional bonus, they add great nutrition to the table. Get your ribs, potatoes, and beans and dig in!

Garlic Green Beans with Bacon

A tasty vegetable side dish that goes well with a variety of main dish entrees, these buttery pan-fried Garlic Green Beans with Bacon are also extremely easy and fast to make!

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9. Cabbage

When you have an entire day of grilling ahead of you, take a load off by making some "fried" cabbage in the crockpot! All the flavors of the fried cabbage your grandma used to make with significantly less effort.

Just toss it in your slow cooker and you can go man the grill care-free!

Crockpot Cabbage

This super easy to make Crockpot Cabbage combines crispy bacon, tender cabbage, onions, garlic, and broth then cooks to perfection in your crockpot or slow cooker! That tasty comfort food flavor that you grew up enjoying at your Grandma's house comes alive in this simple cabbage recipe!

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10. Baked Zucchini Rounds

Zucchini goes with any meat and it's light flavor brings your rib dinner to the next level. Plus, it offers some low carb options for your guests.

Coated in cheesy bread crumb mixture and then baked to a crispy-tender perfection, these irresistible zucchini medallions will be perfect for dunking into your BBQ sauces.

Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds

These Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds are super quick and incredibly easy to make! They're wonderfully tasty and a healthy option as a snack or vegetable side dish! Serve with ranch dressing or marinara sauce for the perfect game day appetizer, too!

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11. Baked Potatoes

Loaded baked potatoes are the definition of comfort food and are a staple that makes and BBQ all the better. While you're watching your ribs on the grill, throw a few in your smoker!

With the creamy, fluffy center and salty, crusty skin, baked potatoes make for a well-rounded BBQ meal.

Smoked Baked Potato

This super easy Smoked Baked Potato is the ultimate potato side to serve with your smoked chicken, brisket, pork, smoked beef roast, or smoked prime rib! It couldn't be easier to prep your potatoes and let them smoke alongside your fabulous protein for an amazing dinner!

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12. Brussel Sprouts

They say you either love them or you hate them, but with this recipe you will change some minds. Toss them in your smoker until they are fork-tender and they will get irresistibly crispy and delicious.

This simple dish will enhance not just your BBQ ribs, but also all the other dishes on your table.

Smoked Brussel Sprouts

Tender, flavorful Smoked Brussel Sprouts are the only way you'll ever want to cook up this little veggie that people love to hate! Perfectly cooked brussels sprouts are a delightful side dish that will have everyone asking for more!

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13. Cornbread

What is BBQ without the sweet, soft taste of corn bread? Its golden hues complement the glazed barbeque, and its sweet aroma invites and tantalizes the taste buds off all present.

This jalapeno cornbread recipe will deliver on all these points and save you time because they are super easy to whip up.

Jiffy Jalapeno Cornbread

This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!

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14. Roasted Vegetables

While your ribs are cooking, throwing on some veggies on the in the oven will save time and add a healthy variety of veggies to your table. These colorful roasted veggies are seasoned just right.

The light flavors enhance the taste of your BBQ ribs and add that needed balance in every meal.

Roasted Vegetable Medley

This flavorful and easy to make Roasted Vegetable Medley is the perfect vegetable side dish for your chicken, pork, or beef dinners! The colorful assortment of veggies can be cooked until tender, or crispy and caramelized. Whichever way you like them best!

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15. Strawberry Shortcake

There is nothing like serving in-season produce and strawberry shortcake is no exception. Every BBQ needs a little dessert. Sweet, fresh, strawberries and creamy whipped cream atop a citrusy shortcake– it has all the flavor combinations you need. Best of all, it just screams summertime!

Strawberry Shortcake

This classic strawberry shortcake dessert is the herald of summertime! When I can finally make this with fresh, field picked strawberries I know that summer has truly arrived! Layers of citrus flavored shortcake, fluffy homemade whipped cream, and sweetened strawberries make this easy dessert a staple of summer recipes!

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We hope this list of sides helps you to have the most delicious BBQ rib meal with your family and friends! Drop a comment below telling us what your favorite BBQ rib sides are, then come back later and tell us which of these sides you enjoyed most!

🍖 My Favorite Rib Recipes

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• Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs
• Smoked Country Style Ribs
• Air Fryer Pork Ribs
• Smoked St. Louis Ribs
• Baked Beef Back Ribs

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📋 Recipe

What To Serve With BBQ Ribs: Baked Beans (+More Great Sides!)

If it's your turn to host the next family get together and you need to know what to serve with BBQ ribs - I've got a the perfect list of sides for you! This list is full of classic cookout dishes and some surprising sides that will have everyone wanting to eat over at your place!

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 245 kcal

Cost: $6.49

Prep 5 minutes

Cooking 40 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

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• ▢ 1 lb ground beef
• ▢ 4 strips hickory smoked bacon
• ▢ ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ▢ ½ tablespoon liquid smoke (Wright's hickory)
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ▢ 56 oz Bush's Baked Beans (original flavor - 2 28 ounce cans)
• ▢ green pepper (optional, diced and sauteed)

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and set out a large casserole dish.

• In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the ground beef and allow it to cook until browned. Break the ground beef up while cooking. *If you want to add onion or green peppers, cook with the ground beef.

  1 lb ground beef

• Once the hamburger is browned and the grease has been drained, add the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Wright's hickory liquid smoke, and season with ground black pepper. Stir well to combine. *You can use either light brown sugar or dark brown sugar, if you have dark brown sugar on hand it will add a deeper flavor from the higher molasses content.

  ½ cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ tablespoon liquid smoke, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, green pepper

• Open your cans of Bush's Original Recipe Baked Beans and drain off the liquid that is settled at the top of the can. Add the beans to the ground beef mixture, stir just enough to mix well then transfer into your casserole dish.

  56 oz Bush's Baked Beans

• Cut your bacon into ½ wide strips and place cut bacon onto baked beans, or use kitchen shears and cut the strips directly onto the beans in the casserole dish.

  4 strips hickory smoked bacon

• Bake uncovered at 400°F (205°C) for 30 minutes. If you want extra crispy bacon, broil for 5 minutes after baking.

Slow Cooker Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon

• To make your baked beans in the slow cooker, cook up the ground beef as directed above and drain off the excess grease. Cook your bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes.

• Combine the ground beef, cooked bacon, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.

• Add the beans to the ground beef mixture, stir just enough to mix well then transfer into your crock pot.

• Place the lid on your slow cooker and cook on low setting for 4 -5 hours, or on high for 2 -3 hours.

Calories: 245 kcal (12%) | Carbohydrates: 14 g (5%) | Protein: 11 g (22%) | Fat: 16 g (25%) | Saturated Fat: 6 g (38%) | Cholesterol: 48 mg (16%) | Sodium: 139 mg (6%) | Potassium: 210 mg (6%) | Fiber: 1 g (4%) | Sugar: 14 g (16%) | Vitamin C: 1 mg (1%) | Calcium: 24 mg (2%) | Iron: 1 mg (6%)

Course 4th of July, BBQ, Memorial Day, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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