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Pool Party Hot Dogs Recipe Easy Crowd-Pleaser with Perfect Summer Sides

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A quick and satisfying hot dog recipe paired with fresh, crunchy summer sides like tangy slaw and zesty corn salad, perfect for feeding a crowd at pool parties or casual BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 12 standard-sized hot dogs (beef or pork with natural casings preferred)
  • 12 hot dog buns (bakery-style or brioche recommended)
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 ears fresh corn, grilled and kernels cut off
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pickles (store-bought or homemade, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prep the veggies first (10 minutes): Shred the cabbage and carrots finely. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Cut the grilled corn kernels off the cob. Chop the basil.
  2. Make the tangy slaw (5 minutes): In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add the shredded cabbage and carrots and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.
  3. Grill the hot dogs and corn (10-12 minutes): Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill hot dogs, turning every few minutes for even marks and slight char. Grill corn alongside until kernels are lightly browned and smoky.
  4. Assemble the corn salad (5 minutes): Toss grilled corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
  5. Toast the buns (2-3 minutes): Split buns and toast cut side down on the grill just before hot dogs finish cooking.
  6. Build your hot dogs (2 minutes): Place hot dogs in buns and serve with slaw, corn salad, and pickles on the side or as toppings.

Notes

[‘Toast buns to prevent sogginess under juicy hot dogs and slaw.’, ‘Grill corn alongside hot dogs to save time and add smoky flavor.’, ‘Dress slaw right before serving to keep it crisp and avoid sogginess.’, ‘Use high-quality hot dogs with natural casings for best texture and flavor.’, ‘Add a splash of pickle juice to slaw dressing for extra tang.’, ‘For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps.’, ‘For dairy-free, substitute mayo with dairy-free mayo or vinaigrette-based dressing.’]

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Keywords: hot dogs, pool party, summer recipe, crowd-pleaser, BBQ, slaw, corn salad, easy recipe, summer sides

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