12 Quick and Easy Potluck Side Dishes

Ready in 30 minutes

Even people who aren't salad people will want seconds. 

Ready in 11 minutes

Duck fat is the secret ingredient that will have everyone asking for this recipe.

Ready in 30 minutes

"Confirmed broccoli haters have changed their minds after tasting this salad. It is great for potlucks or buffet meals. Make a day or so before you wish to serve to meld the ingredients." — JJOHN32

Ready in 30 minutes (+ chill for 2 hours)

This pasta salad needs to chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving, so you can prep it the day before the potluck to play it safe.

Ready in 10 minutes (+ 1 hour chill)

"Someone brought this salad to a potluck dinner, and I had to have the recipe. I have made it many, many times since then, and I have been asked for the recipe every time I bring it somewhere. It is also a great way to get kids to eat spinach!" — TOZENUF

Ready in 20 minutes

"Excellent pasta salad for potlucks and groups," Dan Klingberg says. "Double and triple batches. I made the pesto from the garden and added a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar per batch to the 'dressing' before coating the pasta. Otherwise, followed the recipe as is. Never any left to bring home."

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This buttery vegetarian orzo has "potluck staple" written all over it. 

Ready in 20 minutes

Sesame seeds, garlic, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar set this carrot and apple salad apart from sweeter versions. 

Ready in 15 minutes 

"I feel sorry for you if you pass up this recipe! From the first time I made it, it was the star on the table! Now whenever we have company, it's a staple. Those that have had it ask for it again," Vicki Nolan Malone says. See it made here.

Ready in 15 minutes (+ 1 hour chill)

"I made it once for a big gathering of 80 people, and everyone loved it," Silviya Arsova says. "None was left."

Ready in 30 minutes

Get all your favorite Tex-Mex flavors in one delicious dip!

Ready in 15 minutes

"This is a great, easy finger appetizer," says recipe creator ALZ. "I came up with it because I love Caprese but it was difficult to serve at large parties."