Foil packet meals are a staple for camping and mess-free oven or grilled dinners, but the humble foil packet is a rockstar at turning out impressive side dishes, too. These 8 easy foil packet side dish recipes offer simple ways to transform carrots, potatoes, asparagus, corn, and more into show-stopping sides for any day of the week.
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Grilled Carrots in Foil
Infused with rosemary, garlic, and butter, these grilled carrots in foil are so delicious, everyone will be asking for seconds.
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Recipe and photo credit: Fresh Off the Grid
Grilled Potatoes in Foil
These rosemary and garlic grilled potatoes are one of the most delicious (and easiest!) sides dishes you can make the grill or over a campfire.
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Recipe and photo credit: Planted in Arkansas
Spicy Corn on the Cob Grilled in Foil
This spicy corn on the cob grilled in foil could not be any easier! The sweet corn and the spicy grilled corn seasoning pair together nicely for a perfect flavor explosion!
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Cheesy Foil Packet Potatoes
These buttery, cheesy potatoes in foil can be made on the grill, over the campfire, or in your oven for an easy, oh-so-satisfying side dish.
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Recipe and photo credit: Fresh Off the Grid
Grilled Asparagus in Foil
This garlicy, lemony, Grilled Asparagus in foil is the perfect side dish to make for your next BBQ or camping trip. Get the recipe here!
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Grilled Beets with Goat Cheese
An easy, healthy, side dish of tender grilled beets and creamy goat cheese with a bright and tangy lemon dressing.
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Recipe and photo credit: Strength and Sunshine
Grilled Plantains
Baking plantains is fun, but grilling is the new way to go. This way you can achieve the ultimate smokey taste from the grill and smoked paprika.
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Corn and Tomato Gnocchi Foil Packets
These vegetarian campfire foil packets are made with tender gnocchi, sweet summer tomatoes and corn, all bathed in a buttery sauce. It's fun, easy camping food that requires minimal cooler space and uses only one bowl.
Get the recipe: Corn and Tomato Gnocchi Foil Packets
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