Recipes For Your Next Potluck (2024)

Wraps, dips, salads, cookies and casseroles are among our crowd-pleasing potluck recipes. Try something completely new or find a fresh recipe for a potluck favorite.

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Santa Fe Turkey Wraps

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Classic ingredients like avocado, tomato, and lettuce star in these easy turkey wraps. Jalapeno cream cheese and roasted corn add a little heat. Pack in a cooler for your next potluck.

17 Delicious Wrap Sandwiches

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Peruvian Ceviche

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This bright, refreshing recipe is the ultimate no-cook party food. Cincinnati chef Jose Salazar shares the secrets to the ceviche served at his restaurant Mita's.

Tip: In ceviche, the acid in lime juice alters the proteins in fish, mimicking what happens during cooking. But it's still technically raw, so use only the freshest, high-quality seafood. Salazar suggests buying sustainable seafood from Whole Foods Market or a fishmonger.

No-Cook Summer Party Food Recipes

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Lentil and Rice Summer Salad

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This is a fab potluck salad. (A word of warning: Don't substitute a different rice. Arborio, the type used in risotto, definitely works best.) The recipe comes from the blog A Couple Cooks.

Summer Salad Recipes

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Sweet Corn and Black Bean Succotash

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This cilantro-flecked confetti salad can be served at any temperature. The Southwest-inspired dressing is mild, so the flavors of just-picked sweet corn and peppers shine through.

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Swiss-Artichoke Dip

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Artichoke hearts, dried tomatoes and sauce combine for a rich, creamy dip. Our recipe calls for processed Swiss cheese because it melts smoothly, but regular Swiss cheese will work fine, too. The dip will have a more stretchy, less creamy texture, but it tastes just as good.

Super Slow-Cooker Potluck Dishes

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Make-Ahead Mini Cheese Balls

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Last-minute potluck plans? These make-ahead cheeseballs will ensure you always have an easy app on hand. Customize with your favorite toppers like dried craisins and pecans or finely snipped chives, and freeze for up to three months!

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Tortilla-Black Bean Casserole

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Layer a tomato-bean mixture, cheese and tortillas for a casserole with south-of-the-border flavor. Let each guest top their portion with chopped tomato, shredded lettuce, green onions, olives and/or sour cream.

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Mexican Citrus Salad with Avocado

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It's not just a salad—it's a crunchy, juicy, sweet, salty, tart, buttery, nutty potluck dazzler.

20 Delicious Potluck Salad Recipes

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Seeing Green Potato Salad

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Slice boiled new potatoes, then toss with blanched green beans, fresh mozz and pine nuts. Dress in purchased pesto, brightened with red wine vinegar. Brilliant!

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Buffalo Cauliflower Dip

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All the flavors of your favorite chicken wings—minus the chicken! This party hit is flexible too. You can swap whole-milk Greek yogurt for the sour cream, or Monterey Jack or mild cheddar for the Colby cheese.

Easy Dip Recipes

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Cheesy Bratwurst Casserole

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This six-ingredient casserole recipe from an Appleton, Wisconsin, reader features bratwurst, cheddar cheese and potatoes. "It's a quick, easy recipe," our reader says. "There's not much you can mess up."

Best Casserole and Hotdish Recipes

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Mexican Street Corn Macaroni Salad

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In Mexico, grilled corn comes coated in mayonnaise, lime, cheese and cilantro. We just added pasta, plus lots of green onion for bite. It's a macaroni salad that's anything but basic.

Scrumptious Pasta Salad Recipes

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Peanut Butter Chiffon Pie

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Peanut butter lovers, rejoice. This pie is so good, and it has a twist: Melba toast replaces graham cracker crumbs for a crisp, salty foil to the decadent filling.

Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes

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Panzanella (Bread Salad) with Summer Vegetables

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A backyard garden's worth of colorful summer veggies fill this beautiful potluck salad. The toasted bread chunks absorb the dressing and juices from the tomatoes; you won't believe how delicious they taste!

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Salty Caramel and Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

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These cookies come with a friendly warning: Chewy caramel, toasted pecans and a flurry of sea salt will make you popular. Very popular.

The Midwest's Best Cookie Recipes

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Sweet and Spicy Cabbage and Peanut Slaw

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Fresh ginger and red pepper flakes add welcome zing, but the real surprise here is napa (aka Chinese) cabbage. Chef Cara Mangini in Columbus, Ohio, likes it for slaws because it's more tender than ordinary cabbage but still holds up better than lettuce.

Fresh Slaw Recipes

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Brownie Bombs

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These sinful brownies feature a cheesecake layer sandwiched between two ultra-rich chocolate layers.

Rich, Moist Brownie Recipes

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Cucumber-Honeydew Salad with Feta

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This healthy no-cook potluck dish is full of fruit and vegetable goodness. Feta adds a tang to the sweetness of honeydew melon. With only 20 minutes of prep time before an overnight chill, this recipe is great for parties.

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Sassy Baked Beans

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Mix and match different kinds of beans and meat to suit your preferences. Our smoky-sweet baked beans will beat canned beans every time!

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Caramel Heavenlies

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Graham crackers form the base for this bar cookie with layers of marshmallows, brown sugar, almonds and coconut. "I've made these cookies since 1984," says Georgine Simmonds of Genesee, Michigan. "They're one of my family's favorites."

Best Potluck Dessert Recipes

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BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Prep juicy, tender pulled pork in your slow cooker. Low-calorie barbecue sauce and whole wheat buns help make this a healthier potluck option.

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Bars

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Peanut butter and chocolate meet for a sweet treat in this recipe from a Cedarburg, Wisconsin, reader who likes to make these bar cookies for potluck gatherings.

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Mexican Mac and Cheese

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Pair Mexican flavors with pasta for this comfort-food casserole that includes sausage, salsa and Monterey Jack cheese.

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Deviled Egg Macaroni Pasta Salad

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Combine two potluck staples to create this yummy potluck salad. Expect classic deviled egg flavor with a little zing from the Dijon-style mustard and salty pickled onions.

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Cherry Crumble Pie Bars

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Zesty lemon peel adds zing to this fruit bar cookie; almond extract and brown sugar give it extra sweetness.

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Corn-Blueberry Salad

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This inventive salad features fresh sweet corn, blueberries, cucumber and jalapeño. Double or triple the recipe if you're serving a crowd.

Sweet Corn Recipes

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Edamame-Avocado Dip

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Combine edamame and avocado with basil pesto, lemon juice and chopped tomato for this easy potluck dip.

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Peanut Butter-Fudge Pie

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Vanilla ice cream, gooey fudge sauce and peanuts sit on a chewy rice-cereal crust. Trust us, it's out of this world-perfect for potlucks or family dinners.

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Recipes For Your Next Potluck (2024)

FAQs

What store-bought food can I bring to a potluck? ›

Appetizers
  • Sushi. If there's a boat I want to sail away on, it's a sushi boat. ...
  • Cheese and Charcuterie Fixings. Has anyone ever been sad to see a cheese and charcuterie board at a potluck? ...
  • Canned and Jarred Goods. ...
  • Shrimp and co*cktail Sauce. ...
  • Chips and Dip. ...
  • Frozen Apps. ...
  • Fried Chicken. ...
  • Soup.
Sep 16, 2023

What not to bring to a potluck? ›

These Are The 5 Worst Dishes To Bring To Holiday Potluck Dinners
  • Baked potatoes in aluminum foil. When the potatoes cool down, the moisture and steam in the foil can create a perfect environment for bacteria to grow. ...
  • Mayo-based salads. ...
  • Fish and seafood. ...
  • Nuts. ...
  • Leafy green salads.
Dec 8, 2023

What to bring to a casual get together? ›

Here are some easy and welcome additions to any dinner party that require absolutely no cooking.
  1. A bottle of wine. Jupiterimages/Getty Images. ...
  2. A fresh bouquet. Tom Merton/Getty Images. ...
  3. Fresh fruit. Fatane Rahimi/Shutterstock. ...
  4. A simple salad. ...
  5. Crudité ...
  6. A box of chocolates. ...
  7. Artisanal olive oil. ...
  8. Something from your local bakery.
Sep 18, 2023

How to make food ahead of time for a party? ›

Make and Freeze Items

Freezing helps preserve the items, so they taste great on party day. This doesn't have to be done weeks in advance, either. Instead, make sauces, breads, pie crusts and other items that freeze well a few days before the party. Store them in the freezer until the night before.

Can you go to a potluck without bringing anything? ›

Just be sure to let the host know if you're not bringing food to ensure there are enough dishes to go around!

What is perfect potluck? ›

Perfect Potluck | a free online tool for coordinating meals for groups. Meal Planning Recipes Send Them A Meal Our Blog Help Contact Us. PerfectPotluck.com Help. Click on any question below to learn more.

How many dishes should you bring to a potluck? ›

Main dishes and side dishes are the heart and soul of a potluck feast. These dishes tend to be more substantial and filling, so it's essential to strike a balance and avoid excessive portions. As a general rule, plan for one main dish serving and one or two side dish servings per person.

What is the etiquette for a potluck? ›

Potluck Etiquette

Bring something: Everyone on the guest list should bring something. If you genuinely forget your dish, try to grab something before you attend. Try everything: Sample everyone's hard work unless you have a genuine reason that prevents you from trying a dish.

What is the easiest thing to bring to a potluck? ›

Potato chips, pigs in a blanket, fruit kebabs, hummus and pita bread, roll-ups, bruschetta, cookies, brownie bites, deviled eggs, and potato skins are stellar snacks to bring to a potluck. You want to pick up snacks that are easy to eat and easy to clean up, too.

What is a good finger food to bring to a potluck? ›

Easy Finger Food Recipes to Make Ahead
  • Fried Pickles. Treat your guests to fried pickles for fun finger food ideas. ...
  • Fried Mac and Cheese Rolls. ...
  • Deviled Eggs. ...
  • Honey Garlic Meatballs. ...
  • Garlic Breadsticks. ...
  • Salted Soft Pretzels. ...
  • Whipped Ricotta Crostini. ...
  • Vietnamese Spring Rolls.
May 29, 2024

Do you have to bring homemade food to a potluck? ›

While it's always appreciated and appropriate to contribute your own creations (particularly for holiday meals), there's not always time or ability to make it happen for every occasion. In these instances, it's acceptable to simply do the best you can. No judgment!

What is the best food to bring to a party? ›

38 Ideas For Party Food That Will Please Any Crowd
  1. Chicken Fajita Quesadillas. tasty.co. ...
  2. Cheeseburger Sliders. tasty.co. ...
  3. Tomato Basil Bruschetta. tasty.co. ...
  4. Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball. tasty.co. ...
  5. Chicken Pesto Pinwheels. ...
  6. Garlic Parmesan-Stuffed Mushrooms. ...
  7. Deep-Fried Mini Calzones (Panzarotti) ...
  8. Honey Lime Sriracha Chicken Poppers.
Dec 21, 2023

Is it rude not to bring food to a potluck? ›

Anything More Than Empty Hands Is Acceptable

These go hand-in-hand since the food is brought and eaten by the guests themselves. It's a fun communal activity that also takes some weight off the poor host. So can you show up to a potluck empty-handed? Heck no.

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