Crossword clue
“Summer picnic side dish”
This clue appeared as 12-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The answer has 13 letters.
Answer · 13 lettersFirst appearance
MACARONISALADLetters13
Starts withM
Ends withD
Vowels6
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Summer picnic side dish” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 7, 2026 as 12-Across. Its answer is a 13-letter phrase that starts with M and ends with D, with 6 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Summer picnic side dish” clue?+
The answer is MACARONISALAD (13 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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