55 Yellow Side Dishes for Color Themed Potluck

Potlucks are fun ways to share the load of bringing food to a party. This could be for a birthday or special occasion and a lot of workplaces do them for a fun lunch at work.

A new trend I am seeing this year is that potluck parties are trying to spice it up and have more interesting food choices. Instead of everyone bringing their favorite or signature dish, they are starting Potluck Themes!

One of these themes is to have a color party. This could mean that all food will be one color or that each participant will receive a color and bring a food item that fits that color.

For example, a work potluck may put 20 slips in a hat with 5 of each slip being a different color like 4 blues, 4 yellows, 4 reds, and 4 greens. Everyone draws a slip of paper and then brings a food that is that color.

So today, let’s go over good options for a Yellow Colored Potluck side dish!

Yellow Food Ideas for Color Party

Typically, food that works well for a potluck can be served in a dish, tray, or crockpot. It has to store well at cold or room temperature and not need to be reheated before serving.

Here is my list of Potluck approved yellow dishes to bring to your next office party, family function, or any celebration!

(Not everyone wants to make or prepare foods for a party and that is totally fine. If that is you, check out our Ultimate List of Yellow Snack Foods at the Grocery Store.)

1. Cornbread Bake

This simple casserole side dish uses a few boxes of cornbread mix, some cans of corn (whole and cream style), and then combined with eggs, butter, and sour cream. After this is baked it tastes like cornbread on steroids! It is very flavorful and filling so a little goes along way. (Pro Tip: you can also add chopped bell peppers, pickled jalapenos, or some shredded cheddar cheese!)

2. Cowboy Cavier

Cowboy cavier is really just a salsa made with bright yellow corn, onions, tomatoes, beans, and chopped bell pepper. This colorful dip can be served with tortilla chips or corn chips like Fritos. (Pro Tip: Bring a spoon to place in the bowl to serve, so guests won’t dip directly into the bowl!)

3. Yellow Rice

Yellow Rice is a wonderful side dish because it can go with everything. If you want, you can buy yellow rice mixes at the grocery store or you can make your own using white rice and turmeric. The spice turmeric is what gives the rice the gorgeous bright yellow color. The fun thing with rice is you can also add vegetables, meat, and even cooked shrimp to it. The possibilities are endless! (Pro Tip: If you don’t have a microwave or oven to keep your rice warm, use a crockpot with a liner. Cook the rice separately and just use the crockpot on the low setting to keep it warm. The liner will help keep the crockpot clean and from the rice sticking and burning.)

4. Corn on the Cobb

Corn on the Cobb is a classic yellow side dish that can work with almost all cuisine types. I recently discovered that you can steam the corn in the oven with a little water and butter. I place frozen corn in a casserole dish, a little water at the bottom and place a bit of butter on each piece, then cover the dish in foil. I bake it for about 20-30 minutes and it turns out perfect with no need to then add more butter to it. You can do the same thing with corn at home, and then place those cooked pieces of corn in a crockpot to keep warm at your potluck. (Pro Tip: cut your ears of corn in half or into 3 three pieces if they are large. The average person will be fine with half an ear of corn. I would estimate 1.5 pieces per person to get the total amount needed for the party!)

5. Curry Chicken

Curry Chicken is a beautiful yellow color and it will work great for a potluck! I like to make a quick version that uses chopped chicken breasts, canned diced tomatoes, Greek yogurt, and a little curry powder! (Pro Tip: This dish can be made the night before and either heated in the oven the next morning, or you can use a crockpot to keep it warm. To me curry tastes better when it is closer to room temperature, so if you reheat in the oven make sure to just get it warm not boiling.)

6. Yellow Squash Casserole

Yellow crookneck squash is a super versatile vegetable, and it works really well in casseroles. We love to make a cheesy casserole with squash from the garden, but you can buy yellow squash at the grocery store year-round for pretty affordable. There are tons of variations on squash casserole from tons of cheese to no cheese at all. (Pro Tip: Since most people want to try everything at a potluck, cut your squash into smaller pieces of less than 1 inch. This will make your casserole stretch further and it allows people to sample very small portions instead of huge chunks of squash on their plate.)

7. Yellow Fruit Tray

Everyone loves fruit at potluck events so you can totally make a yellow fruit tray. Some yellow fruits to add would be golden kiwis, pineapples, bananas in the peel, yellow cherries, yellow watermelon, pears, golden delicious apples, peaches, and star fruit. (Pro Tip: If you don’t want to make a fruit platter, you can also chop all the fruit up and make a fruit salad!)

8. Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash is one of my favorite vegetables because it can be healthy and taste like pasta! I like to cook the squash in the oven until it is tender enough to shred, then I add butter, garlic, and parmesan cheese. You can also make faux spaghetti with a tomato meat sauce. (Pro Tip: Serve your spaghetti squash with tongs for easier serving. Spoons are a little harder to get the amount you want, but tongs work perfectly!)

9. Crockpot Cream Corn

Crockpot Cream Corn is a super easy side dish that you can cook in the crockpot and serve it in the crockpot too. This dish is super simple and affordable because all you need is frozen corn kernels, cream cheese, butter, milk, and a little sugar. The resulting corn is so creamy and delicious. (Pro Tip: Definitely use a liner in your crockpot for easier clean up and so the crockpot doesn’t get scorch marks.)

10. Deviled Eggs

Everyone loves deviled eggs as an appetizer or side dish because they are just yummy! As an added bonus they can be made ahead of time and just needs to be served chilled or room temperature. There are tons of variations to make them spicy, sweet, or even pickled. (Pro Tip: Serve deviled eggs with tongs or a spoon on the platter. This will keep fingers from smashing or tipping over the rest of the eggs.)

11. Mac and Cheese

Is it really a potluck if there is no mac and cheese? Just kidding but it seems like this fan favorite is at every event. Whether you bake it in the oven, buy a frozen box, or make it in the crockpot it always turns out awesome. (Pro Tip: The average serving of mac and cheese is 4-5oz per person, so make sure you have enough for everyone to have some!)

12. Cheesy Cauliflower

If you are looking for a healthier version of mac and cheese, try out some cheesy cauliflower! Like seriously, you can have the same great flavor but just swap the pasta for chopped cauliflower. (Pro Tip: this is a great gluten free option, so make a little sign to put next to your dish. This will alert anyone that this dish is safe to eat on a gluten free diet!)

13. Pineapple Casserole

I will admit that the first time I heard of pineapple casserole I was a little confused. This is a super popular southern side dish that mixes pineapple with shredded cheese and topped with crushed Ritz crackers. It sounds kind of awful but it’s actually really good! (Pro Tip: The cheese in this dish makes it very sticky, so you will need to really grease your baking dish. Otherwise, the cleanup on this dish is absolutely awful. I usually make this casserole in a throwaway aluminum pan from the dollar store.)

14. Mustard Potato Salad

Every barbeque or outside potluck needs some potato salad! To add a little extra color to your side dish, just add a some more yellow mustard and your potato salad will steal the show. (Pro Tip: It takes about 6 medium sized potatoes to make potato salad for 10 people. Make sure that you make enough for the number of guests coming to the potluck.)

15. Egg Salad

Egg Salad can be a used as a dip or spread, or you can make egg salad sandwiches! I personally love egg salad on croissants, and you can actually buy mini croissants at most grocery store bakeries. (Pro tip: since egg salad sandwiches can get soggy really quick, consider serving them in a make your own style. Keep the egg salad in a bowl with a spoon, and then place lettuce leaves and pre-sliced croissants next to it. This way no one gets a soggy sandwich!)

16. Macaroni Salad

Pasta salad is always a good side dish because it goes with almost everything! I prefer to use macaroni noodles because it is easier to serve but you can use other pasta shapes as well. If you want your macaroni salad to have a nice yellow look, just add some yellow mustard! (Pro Tip: a 1-pound box of pasta is usually about 8-10 servings, so make sure you make enough pasta salad for everyone to enjoy!)

17. Queso Dip

Are there people out there that don’t love queso dip? Well it is not me! Queso dip can be made from a variety of cheeses but the most popular ones at a potluck are made from Velveeta cheese. You can make it spicy with jalapenos, you can make it more filling with ground meat, or you can just mix it up with your favorite salsa! (Pro tip: this dip really needs to stay warm, or it will harden, so serve this dip in a crockpot with a liner for easier clean up!)

18. Hashbrown Casserole

If you have ever had the cheesy hashbrowns at Cracker Barrell, you will love this copycat casserole. All you need is a bag of frozen hashbrowns, butter, can of cream soup, sour cream, chopped onion, and shredded cheese! Everything gets mixed together and then poured into a baking dish. The casserole bakes in the oven for about 45 minutes until everything is bubbly and golden yellowy brown. (Pro Tip: This casserole is really good warm, so heat the pan up before placing on the buffet table. If you have access to a chafing dish with canned heat, that works really well. Make sure you grease your baking sheet really well!)

19. Buttered Popcorn

Butter flavored popcorn is always a hit with a crowd. It’s a great side dish and a snack! You can buy pre-popped bags of popcorn at the grocery store, or you can microwave it yourself at home. I like to serve popcorn in a large bowl with a ladle or large spoon, but I have also seen people pre-portion it into handy to-go plastic bags. (Pro Tip: Keep popcorn sealed in an airtight container if you make it the night before, this will keep it from tasting stale!)

20. Cheese and Crackers

Everyone loves cheese and crackers, and it is the perfect finger food with little to no mess. I would do a variety of yellow cheese like a Colby, sharp cheddar, and mild cheddar to get the full array of yellows on your platter. You can serve the cheese as slices or as cubes. Then serve a basic cracker like ritz or club on the side. (Pro tip: If you want to add some wow to your platter, put some fresh grapes and berries in the center. Not only do they make the platter look better but fruit is always a good compliment to cheese and crackers!)

21. Stuffed Yellow Peppers

I recently came across a new recipe of buffalo chicken dip stuffed bell peppers and this would work perfectly for a potluck. Instead of cutting your bell peppers into halves, try cutting them into quarters, so each pepper makes 4 pepper boats. Stuff them with your favorite filling like an herb cream cheese and then bake them in the oven. (Pro tip: these peppers taste awesome hot or room temperature, so you have lots of serving options. Make sure to bring a tongs, so each guest can grab their pepper without touching all the other peppers on the platter!)

22. Corn Jalapeno Dip

This can be made as a hot dip or a cold dip, and I actually prefer the cold dip! All you need to do is mix 2 cans mexican style corn, shredded cheese, 1 cup of sour cream, 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 pack of cream cheese, and some diced chiles and jalepenos. Once mixed altogether this yellow dip with sprinkles of green is always a big hit. I like to serve this dip with corn chips or bite sized tortilla chips! (Pro Tip: I like to place the dip in a medium bowl on top of a platter. Then I arrange my chips around the bowl for a completed look. Make sure to place a spoon in the dip so guests don’t dip their chips directly.)

23. Au Gratin Potatoes

Au Gratin potatoes are a great side dish that goes well with almost everything. Who doesn’t love sliced potatoes in a cheesy sauce? You can use a boxed mix or make this dish from scratch. Either way, it always turns out great. (Pro Tip: Keep in mind that a boxed mix of au gratin potatoes normally makes about 5 servings, so you may need to make multiple boxes depending on the number of guests!)

24. Yellow Wax Beans Casserole

Say goodbye to boring green bean casserole and try making it with yellow wax beans! They have a similar taste to the green bean version, but it has a pretty yellow look that will work perfect for your yellow potluck! You can use any can of cream soup like chicken, mushroom, potato, or even cheese soup. Top it with fried onions and you will have a winner! (Pro tip: each 14.5oz can of wax beans serves about 4 people, so you will need to adjust your bean to soup ratio as needed. In general, you need 2 cans of beans for every can of soup!)

25. Onion Pie

Onion pie is a super simple take on a baked egg quiche that uses yellow onions or vidalia onions when in season. I love to make this dish super easy by mixing eggs, sauteed or raw onions, shredded cheese, and sometimes I add chopped jalapenos for an extra kick! (Pro Tip: you don’t have to make an onion pie or quiche in a crust, you can actually make it in a rectangle pan and go crustless. Whichever way you make it, pre-slice it into portions so it is easier on the guests to serve themselves.)

26. Cheesy Yellow Tomato Quiche

Similar to the onion pie, this quiche is made with lots of cheese and yellow tomatoes! For this quiche, I love to mix in fresh herbs and spices to give this dish a kick. This quiche can also be made crustless and be made in a rectangle shaped casserole or lasagna pan. (Pro tip: if you go crustless, make sure to grease your pan well so the cheese and egg don’t stick!)

27. Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are such an easy side dish, and they really go with everything. I like to make my mashed potatoes with Yukon Gold potatoes so that they have a beautiful yellow color. If you want to fancy your mashed potatoes up, you can make them loaded with cheese, bacon, and green onions! (Pro Tip: Serve your mashed potatoes warm in a crockpot, but make sure to use a liner or a well greases crockpot insert. Mashed potatoes will stick and scorch so preventing this will make clean up so much easier!)

28. Turmeric Bread

If you love to bake and want to try out some new bread, look up a recipe for turmeric bread. Just like yellow rice, this bread has a beautiful bright yellow color with sliced. If you want to add more to your platter than just bread, you can have a bowl of yellow pepper hummus or a dipping sauce. (Pro Tip: if you want to you can make dinner rolls instead of a loaf of bread, and an easy serving option is to use a basket. Place a cloth napkin or piece of cloth down first and serve your rolls in the basket!)

29. Yellow Peppers with Everything Bagel Dip

Everything Bagel Seasoning has become super popular and it makes a really simple dip! I like to start with a block of cream cheese and add a yellow shredded cheese like cheddar or colby. (If you want spicy, you can use a pepper jack!) I like to make this dip into kind of a cheese ball but you can make it less hard by adding mayonnaise or sour cream. I like to serve large pieces of cut yellow pepper to go with this dip. I take a yellow pepper and wash it and remove the seeds. Then slice each half into 3-4 large long chunks. (Pro Tip: Yellow peppers can be a little expensive so you can also add yellow crackers like ritz to this platter to lessen the cost.)

30. Chicken and Rice Casserole

Chicken and Rice is such a comfort food and a great casserole to bring to a potluck. To really up the yellow factor, you can use yellow rice, curry powder, turmeric, or chopped yellow peppers. Most people use canned cream soup, but you can also use a container of queso cheese or nacho cheese! (Pro tip: For the chicken, use a rotisserie chicken or bake your own chicken on a sheet pan in the oven. Once you have assembled your casserole with the shredded cooked chicken, you can bake it the morning of or reheat it before the party. Bring a large spoon to serve the casserole!)

31. Hawaiin Rolls with Buffalo Chicken Salad

Hawaiin Rolls are so sweet that they pair really well with a spicy buffalo chicken salad. I make a basic chicken salad using mayonnaise and then add some hot sauce or wing sauce to make it spicy! (Pro Tip: Since pre-made sandwiches can get a little mushy, try putting your chicken salad in a bowl on a platter, and then surround it with pre-sliced Hawaiian rolls. When slicing the rolls, only go about 3/4 through so the tops don’t get separated from their bottoms.)

32. Pear Salad

This is another southern classic that sounds strange but is really good. Basically you take canned or fresh pear slices and top them with of mayonnaise and shredded cheese. Lots of people add a bright red cherry on top but that is up to you. The combination of creamy, cheesy, and sweet is actually really yummy! (Pro tip: Serve this dish with a large, slotted spoon to keep the juices from getting everywhere when guests serve themselves.)

33. Pineapple Dip

This dip can be made savory or ultra sweet, it all depends on what you prefer. For savory you mix canned pineapple, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and chopped green onion. For ultra sweet you mix canned pineapple with cream cheese and whipped topping. Depending on which way you make this, you can serve it with graham crackers, ginger snaps, vanilla wafers, or club crackers. (Pro tip: bring a butter knife or serving spatula to make it easier on guests to serve themselves.)

34. Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips with Nacho Cheese

This one is super simple and is always a big hit. All you need is a crockpot full of nacho cheese sauce and a big bag of tortilla chips. I noticed recently that you can actually buy the really big cans of nacho cheese sauce at your local grocery store or walmart, so if you want to go super easy use those. (Pro tip: nacho cheese and chips are totally fine on their own, but if you want to add more you can have bowls of chopped tomato, jalapenos, black olives, and onions for a make your own nacho station!)

35. Herb Butter Spread with Toasted Bread

Butter boards have become super popular this year, and this is really the classic way to do it. I like to start with a couple pounds of butter that have softened and then use my mixer to incorporate fresh herbs into the butter. Once the butter is fully mixed, you can spoon it out of the mixer on to a sheet of plastic wrap. Using the plastic wrap, you can shape the butter into a large ball or you can roll it out playdoh style into a long snake. Freeze your long tube of butter and then using a knife run under hot water, you can slice it into pretty slices. (Pro tip: I like to serve herb butter with a variety of different breads, so depending on the number of guests, I will grab a loaf of French bread, pumpernickel bread, rye bread, or even a cinnamon raisin bread. Dice up the bread into nice cubes and arrange them around your butter ball on a nice platter. Don’t forget the butter knife!)

36. Baked Brie with Ginger Snaps

Brie is a soft cheese that melts beautifully and has a tangy taste. The most popular way to serve a baked brie is to wrap it in puff pastry or Fillo dough. To add a little extra flavor you can add a jam or preserve on top of the wheel of brie. To keep with the yellow aesthetic you can use a pear preserve, a lemon jam, or even a spicy smoked peach preserve. (Pro Tip: if you have any puff pastry or Fillo dough leftover after wrapping the brie wheel, consider using cookie cutters to make fun shapes on top. I have a cute set of small leaf cutters that look really nice on top of baked goods!)

37. Lemon Couscous with Yellow Squash

Couscous is a very versatile side dish that can be flavored any way you like! Some of my favorite ways are to use fresh squeezed lemon juice, curry powder, or turmeric for that bright yellow color! To add even more yellow color you can sauté chopped yellow squash or yellow peppers to the couscous to make it more filling. This can be served warm like a rice or cold as a salad. (Pro tip: This dish can be made the night before and then served warm in a crockpot or chafing dish. Make sure to include a serving spoon for easy serving.)

38. Mini Egg Bites

Similar to a quiche or egg pie, you can also use a mini muffin pan to make egg bites. I love those little bites at Starbucks that have spinach and herbs in them. You can use any vegetables you like and add some shredded cheese to make these more filling. I would estimate 1-2 egg bites per person. (Pro tip: make sure to well grease the mini muffin pan before filling so that the egg bites come out all in one piece!)

39. Chicken Kabobs with Pineapple & Yellow Squash

Kabobs make a great finger food or side dish for any potluck event. You can use small wooden toothpicks or get longer plastic ones. I like to precook my chicken and vegetables and then once cooled, add them in a nice pattern with a chunk of pineapple. For an easy dipping sauce or glaze you can use premade sweet and sour sauce or make your own. (Pro tip: drain and dry the pineapple before assembling your kabobs to keep the mess low. You can use that pineapple juice to thin premade sweet and sour sauce or use it to make your own!)

40. Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Similar to a chicken and rice casserole, you can make a dish that is more veggie centric by using broccoli or cauliflower. Same basic formula works here by mixing precooked rice, veggie of your choice, shredded cheese, and canned cream soup. There are lots of options to top the casserole by using fried onions, ritz crackers, or even saltine crackers. (Pro Tip: use a bright yellow cheese like cheddar to get that rich yellow color!)

41. Pineapple or Mango Salsa with Chips

Everyone loves chips and salsa, but for a unique yellow twist make the salsa with chopped pineapple or mango. This fruit salsa can be made mild or spicy by adding cilantro, jalapenos, and chopped onion. (Pro tip: to make a pretty platter, put your fruit salsa in the middle and surround it with yellow corn tortilla chips or corn chips. Make sure to include a spoon to serve the salsa!)

42. Chex Mix

Chex Mix is a wonderful side dish and snack for a potluck! You can buy it premade at the grocery store or you can make your own version. Corn Chex has a nice golden yellow color and you can add items like yellow candies, goldfish crackers, bagel chips, golden raisins, and nuts to really get a nice variety of yellows! (Pro Tip: Place your Chex mix in a large bowl and use either a large serving spoon or small plastic cup to serve. This will keep hands out of your Chex mix!)

43. White Cheddar Cheez-its

I always like to include easy to buy items in my lists of potluck foods because not everyone has the time or energy to make their side dishes. White cheez-it’s have a nice light-yellow color and can easily be paired with other items to make a complete side dish. You can serve with a dip, a spread, or even make a snack mix similar to Chex mix. (Pro tip: a normal serving of cheez-it crackers is about 1/2 a cup, so make sure to bring enough based on the number of guests!)

44. Hummus

Hummus is a great room temperature or cold food to have at a potluck, plus it already has a pretty yellow-tan color. If you want to add more yellow tones, you can bring bagel chips or toasted pita chips to go with it. (Pro Tip: to elevate your hummus, you can also add some fresh cut vegetables like celery or yellow peppers. Throw in some light-yellow grapes or starfruit to add a little sweetness too!)

45. Mexican Street Corn

Mexican street corn is typically corn on the cobb that has been grilled but you can modify this dish to be more potluck style. I would start with some frozen or canned corn, and add some crumbled queso fresco, chili powder, lime juice, and sour cream or mayonnaise. Some people like to add chopped red onion, fresh parsley, or red pepper to give this dish some more color. (Pro tip: for more heat, add some chopped fresh jalapenos to this dish. If you don’t chop fresh jalapenos often, make sure to wear gloves or your hands will feel like they are on fire!)

46. Butternut Squash

Butternut squash has a beautiful golden yellow color when cooked and there are so many ways to make it. You can make a dish similar to candied sweet potatoes or yams and just substitute in butternut squash. You can also make a roasted butternut squash that has a very yummy taste similar to roasted potatoes. Add some herbs and spices, and you have a wonderful side dish. (Pro tip: this works really well if you have vegetarians coming to your potluck because it is hearty and filling too!)

47. Cheese Straws

Cheese straws are a fascinating side dish that not only taste good but also look like a lot of work! Don’t worry though they are actually really easy to make if you have a cookie press. A mixture of shredded cheddar cheese, flour, butter, red pepper flakes, and paprika are all mixed together and then made into straws using the extruder on a cookie press. After the straws are formed, you bake in the oven to dry them out. The final product taste light and airy, but with a kick from the pepper flakes. (Pro tip: you can also buy already made cheese straws or vegetable straws at your local grocery store if you don’t have a cookie press and the time to make straws.)

48. Focaccia with Yellow Tomatoes

Focaccia is a very fancy name for basically an herbed bread. You buy premade focaccia dough in the refrigerator section near the canned biscuits or you can make your own at home. After the bread is baked, you can top it with olive oil and sliced yellow tomatoes for a lovely side dish! (Pro Tip: Go ahead and slice the focaccias into 1-2 inch long strips so it is easy to grab and go! If you use small grape or cherry type tomatoes, you can cut them in half, or you can just dice a large yellow tomato for topping.)

49. Yellow Squash Tart

Similar to the focaccia, a tart is made with a pie crust or biscuit crust and usually has a cheesy filling. I like to use a simple filling made of cream cheese, shredded cheese, and fresh herbs. Once the pie crust or biscuit bottom is baked, you spread out your cream cheese mixture and then top with already sauteed yellow squash and onions. Sometimes I have seen then made with raw vegetables and cheese on top and then baked for 20-30 minutes. (Pro Tip: make this tart in a large rectangular pan and then pre-slice the tart for easy serving.)

50. Artichoke Dip with Toasted Bread

Artichoke dip is similar to spinach artichoke dip but without the spinach. You can make this dip to be hot or cold and I love to serve it with toasted bread slices or cubes. Another great serving option is to have fried ravioli or fried bowtie pasta. You can really make this dip as simple or as fancy as you like! (Pro tip: eating too much artichoke can upset your stomach, so it is best to not go too crazy on the amount of artichoke in your dip.)

51. Funyuns and Copycat Outback Onion Sauce

This is a cute and simple twist on the Blooming onion at Outback. Instead of deep frying an onion, you will use a couple bags of funyuns. For the copycat dipping sauce, you simply mix together mayonnaise, horseradish, ketchup, cayenne pepper, and powdered garlic. The funyuns are light yellow and if you don’t use as much ketchup your dipping sauce will be a golden yellow as well. (Pro tip: For this dish, I like to put my dipping sauce in a small bowl with a spoon, and then arrange my funyuns around it. You can also make this work on a long platter and have a bowl on each side. Get creative with your serving dish and check out places like dollar tree for super low-cost options!)

52. Pumpkin Bread Rolls

Pumpkin has a beautiful dark golden color with baked into bread, and instead of a simple quick bread, try some dinner rolls! The bread will have a sweet aroma and a nice dense taste that is actually savory. (Pro tip: dinner rolls take a while to rise, so make sure you have plenty of time to make rolls from scratch.)

53. Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and dumplings are a great comfort food, so it totally works well for a potluck. I especially like this dish during the wintertime because it can be very filling. I love to make this dish in the crockpot, and you can make dumplings from scratch or with biscuit dough. I like to go simple and use canned broth, shredded chicken, and frozen mixed vegetables but you can make it anyway you like. (Pro tip: You can actually make this dish on the stove and just use the crockpot to serve it. I think it is quicker and just as easy to use the stove so that is how I usually make it.)

54. Garlic Bread

Whether you are not a good cook or just short on time, consider making some garlic bread for a side dish. You can buy garlic bread already made at the grocery store or you can make it at home. There are lots of ways to make garlic bread fancy by using fresh herbs, roasted garlic, or just add some cheese. (Pro tip: if you are using a large loaf of French or Italian bread, make it look extra special by slicing the loaf in half longwise. Then bake your bread and once cooled, cut it on an angle. Since this is a side dish, you can cut it smaller than if it was part of a dinner at home. I like to make my slices about 1 inch wide and then serve the bread at room temperature in a basket or nice bowl.

55. Corn Salad

Corn salad is a nice alternative and light side dish that you can really make a show stopper. I like to use canned or fresh corn for this dish and make an herbed vinegarette. You can also add more pops of color by adding chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, and fresh chopped green herbs. (Pro tip: this is a great vegan option, and I would make a label saying it is vegan, so it is easy to recognize as a vegan-friendly option.)

Yellow Side Dishes for a Color Party

Whenever you are going to a color party, I always advise utilizing food ingredients that are naturally that color. Thankfully there are lots of yellow options when it comes to fruits and vegetables, so this one is easier to do.

I want to caution you to not artificially make foods into the color of the event. It may seem like an easy way to make foods yellow, but it almost always comes out unappealing. You will notice that a lot of people won’t even try a dish that is unnaturally. yellow.

Our brains are just not wired to want to try foods that are not the right colors. Even if it is our favorite food, we all turn into picky toddlers and are less likely to give the food a try.

For more yellow options, check out our list of 35 Yellow Desserts to bring to Color Themed Potluck!