10 Stand-Out Side Dishes for a Party

Made just like the original, but elevated with a touch of seafood seasoning, lump crabmeat, and a topper of freshly chopped chives.

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With decidedly Italian ingredients like salami, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, this pasta salad is bursting with flavors reminiscent of your favorite Margherita pizza.

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Trade traditional cocktail sauce for a zingy dipper studded with jalapeño chilies.

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To lighten up this summer favorite, replace buttermilk and mayonnaise with canola oil, agave nectar, green hot sauce, and white vinegar.

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Three ingredients and a bag of pita chips are all you need to whip up this delectable dip for your next get together.

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Replacing Romaine with kale gives this classic salad unique texture and added health benefits.

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Coarse-grain mustard and fresh tarragon add a new take to an old party favorite.

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To create a sweeter summer salad, swap out tomatoes for ripe peaches.

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Leave the jarred salsa on the shelf and pair your dippers with this chickpea-based version that takes almost as little effort.

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Ditch the standby cheeseburger sliders in favor of tangy meatballs tossed in barbecue sauce and topped with a crunchy slaw.

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