When the stars align for the perfect barbecue, it's a beautiful thing. You need a slice of good fortune for this in the UK, but we get a few good shots at a barbecue during the summer, and it's important to be ready to take advantage when the sun decides to show up for a couple of hours.
When we think barbecue, it's natural to think of the sausages, chicken thighs, steaks and burgers that'll be hitting the grill, but spare a thought for the humble sides. No-one can survive on meat alone – at least not for long – and your guests are going to need some accompaniments to their meaty feast, whether that's a refreshing side salad, or a nice chunk of bread to mop up all their meat juices.
We've pulled together ten of our absolute favourite barbecue sides and salads, from some of the country's best chefs and food writers – take a look below and give them a try!