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Side Dishes for Kabobs

By Laura Fuentes Updated Apr 17, 2026

5 from 4 votes

Kabobs aren’t complete without a delicious side dish and the healthy recipes below have got you covered!

an image collage of side dishes for kabobs

What to Serve with Kabobs

Whether you’re making kabobs on the grill or in the oven these side dish ideas will turn them into an epic, well-rounded meal.

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Chunky Avocado Salsa
5 from 25 votes
Add chips and watch this epic salsa disappear.
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Black Bean, Corn & Avocado Salad
5 from 17 votes
Super easy to make with canned beans, corn, and fresh avocado.
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sliced and grilled vegetables on skewers
Grilled Veggie Kabobs
5 from 40 votes
Pair your protein kabobs with their BFFs: veggies! Which ones grill best, how to poke them, and all the tips so they turn out great.
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overhead view of 3 pieces of corn on the cob on top of foil topped with a garlic butter sauce.
Oven Corn on the Cob
5 from 28 votes
Have a full grill or cooking indoors? No problem. Make these easily inside.
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Creole Tomato salad on a plate
Garden Tomato Salad
5 from 21 votes
A simple and delicious salad for when plump and juicy tomatoes are in season.
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Avocado and Shrimp Salad
5 from 33 votes
Light, refreshing, and a super quick to make! A delicious side dish that will add summer time zest to your meal!
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image: overhead view of sweet potato salad ingredients in a bowl. Diced sweet potatoes, chopped boiled egg, green onions, purple onion and creamy dressing.
Potato Salad with Sweet Potatoes
5 from 50 votes
An epic salad you can make ahead and has a delicious dressing you're going to love. It's better than the classic.
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Fresh Bruschetta Salad
5 from 29 votes
Combine juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a balsamic drizzle into an epic side dish that pairs great with any protein!
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Antipasto Salad
5 from 26 votes
Like a charcuterie board… but in a salad that will disappear fast!
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a bowl of cilantro lime rice
Cilantro Lime Rice
5 from 12 votes
This delicious side takes plain rice a step further and is generous with the portions and flavor!
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large bowl of Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice
Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice
5 from 35 votes
Full of fresh flavors, light, and pairs great with every kabob you've got on the grill!
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sliced cucumber salad in a white bowl
Simple Cucumber Salad
5 from 36 votes
This simple salad has all the fresh flavors of summer in every bite.
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Mint Watermelon Salad
5 from 26 votes
A summer staple that is refreshing, delicious, and comes together really fast.
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Five Classic deviled eggs
Classic Deviled Eggs
5 from 38 votes
You love them, everyone loves them… they're a must-make!
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Spiralized Zucchini & Tomatoes
5 from 34 votes
A simple and light side dish that adds more veggies into your kabob meal.
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Southwest Quinoa Salad
5 from 32 votes
A filling side dish that's easy to make ahead and is ready to be served when the kabobs come off the grill.
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Roasted Summer Vegetables
5 from 25 votes
Whether you make these in the oven or a tray in the grill, these summer veggies are a total winner!
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panzanella chopped salad with croutons
Greek Panzanella Salad
5 from 45 votes
A classic Italian chopped salad that has lots of crunchy texture and delicious flavor.
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Cobb Pasta Salad
5 from 19 votes
Make everyone's favorite pasta salad ahead and have it ready to serve.
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Pico de Gallo + Chips
5 from 23 votes
So good, you'll want the bowl to be bottomless and keep on coming!
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Parmesan Asparagus
5 from 11 votes
Place this summer veggie on a grill pan and enjoy a delicious side dish in minutes.
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a pot with Italian Baked Beans
Italian Baked Beans
5 from 33 votes
A classic summer BBQ side that's easy to make and tastes 100x better than plain canned beans.
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fig salad
Fig Salad with Goat Cheese
5 from 8 votes
Make your kebabs feel like a fancy meal with this simple and delicious side.
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Best Kabob Recipes

Now that you have your sides out of the way, try my Juicy Beef Kabobs, these incredible chicken skewers and don’t forget my perfect marinades for kabobs.

by Laura Fuentes

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  1. Nelly says

    May 31, 2024 at 2:59 pm

    5 stars
    So many tasty ideas to serve with kabobs! My family loves grilling so these sides will be a must this summer!

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  2. Steph says

    May 23, 2024 at 7:43 am

    5 stars
    The avocado & shrimp salad turned out great, can’t wait to try these all out!

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  3. Gina Grayson says

    May 15, 2024 at 11:32 am

    5 stars
    These side salads are 10/10 and easy to flex with other foods my family likes. I loooooooved the Bruschetta & Antipasto ones, so now I have to try them all

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    • Kathryn says

      May 17, 2024 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!! All of these side dishes look amazing! Looking forward to giving these a try!

      Reply
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