Wondering what to serve with Shepherd’s Pie? From side salads, and bread, to delicious veggies with a twist, you’ll surely find a dish for you. This list has 22 mouthwatering recipes you’ll want to try!
Whether you’re looking for a simple recipe or just a bit more spice, you’ll find a new fan favorite that can be paired with several casseroles!
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Veggies
Fried Cabbage with Bacon & Onions
This easy Fried Cabbage with Bacon & Onions is salty, smoky, tangy, and sweet. It is a very popular side to make for the Irish holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, but I love to make it year round. It is so simple & tasty!
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Maple Roasted Carrots
Roasted carrots are coated in a buttery and sweet maple-butter glaze, then finished in the oven until perfectly browned, caramelized, and sticky. A simple yet gourmet vegan side dish for holiday dinners!
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Charred Broccolini with Preserved Lemon
This charred broccolini with preserved lemon and caper dressing is delicious as a side dish or salad. And you can turn leftovers into broccoli pesto! Or add brown lentils and toasted seeds for a satisfying vegan meal.
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Balsamic Green Beans
Balsamic Green Beans are a bright and tangy side dish that go well with just about anything. With just a few ingredients, you can make a special addition to a holiday dinner or any weeknight.
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Batata Harra – Lebanese Spicy Potatoes
Batata Harra translates to "spicy potatoes" in Arabic. These Arabic potatoes are oven roasted and tossed in spicy cilantro garlic and crushed red pepper sauce. You can finish this flavor-packed sauce with a squeeze of lemons for a fresh flavor.
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Oven Roasted Vegetables Medley
This gorgeous, colorful mixture of Oven Roasted Vegetables has plenty of choices to satisfy everyone at the table. So simple to make, but bursting with flavor. The perfect side dish for practically any meal, any time of year!
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Roasted Beets with Herby Skyr & Pistachios Recipe
Earthy roasted red beets with herb-flecked yogurt and toasted pistachios make a wonderful weeknight dinner side dish.
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Baked Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe
This Baked Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe features soft, tender roasted sweet potatoes in a spiced, sweet sauce with crunchy, buttery pecans. This is the perfect vegetarian side dish for your holiday table!
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Roasted Green Beans and Carrots
These delicious roasted green beans and carrots are coated in olive oil, salt, and herbs and baked to perfection. In under 30 minutes, it is sure to become a great holiday or everyday side dish.
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Crispy Thai Brussel Sprouts
These thai brussel sprouts are crispy and flavorful with a salty and sweet sauce, crunchy peanuts, refreshing mint, and a hint of spice from red jalopeños. There's an easy side dish to make over the stove in just 15 minutes!
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Cauliflower Steaks with Caramelized Shallots
A gourmet and elegant plant-forward meal that’s bursting with flavor! Tender cauliflower, crunchy chickpeas, crispy yet chewy caramelized shallots and garlic, a creamy and herby tahini sauce, and nutty pistachios all play beautifully together.
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Side Salad
Mixed Green Salad
Discover the benefits of mixed green salad, a healthy and delicious meal option. Explore different greens, toppings, and dressings for the perfect side salad or classic dinner salad!
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Spinach Salad with Strawberry Salad Dressing
This spinach salad with strawberry salad dressing comes together in no time and tastes absolutely delicious. A sweet strawberry salad dressing made with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar and topped with ripe strawberries and crunchy pralines will make this one of your next go to spinach salad recipes.
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Balsamic Pasta Salad
This colorful and flavorful Balsamic Pasta Salad combines pasta shells, bell peppers, red onion, tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumber, and a sweet-and-sour balsamic vinaigrette. In just 30 minutes, you can have a healthy showstopping side dish that's perfect for a spring celebration or an outdoor BBQ!
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Bread
Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls Recipe
These Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls Recipe are rich, fluffy, salty, a little sweet, and absolutely delicious. Between the heavy cream and the honey butter, these dinner rolls are full of moisture. So addicting and worth all of the work, I promise.
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Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Rosemary
These Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Rosemary are incredibly fluffy and soft with a pull-part texture. The brioche rolls are infused with fresh rosemary, making them the perfect side for Thanksgiving, another holiday meal, or a weeknight dinner.
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Mexican Cornbread Recipe
This easy Mexican Cornbread recipe is so delicious and made with creamed corn, cheddar cheese and green chilies for a moist and delicious cornbread! Hot out of the oven there is nothing like it!
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Bisquick Cheddar Biscuits
These golden brown biscuits are cheesy and are the perfect side for a simple chili recipe and soup recipes. Made with 6 simple ingredients and ready in just over 20 minutes!
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Air Fryer
Air Fryer Baby Carrots
It's so quick and easy to air fry baby carrots! These air fryer baby carrots only need a couple minutes of prep time, and come out of the air fryer perfectly browned and tender. For an extra-special treat, you can drizzle these delicious air fryer carrots with some honey, or use one of my recommended flavor combos!
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Crispy and tender Brussels sprouts made in the air fryer! These easy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are a perfect healthy side dish you can make in minutes! Made without oil and seasoned how you want, beautifully crispy roasted outside and soft tender inside for one delicious bite! Turn even the pickiest of eaters into a Brussels sprout lover with this recipe!
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Air Fryer Green Beans
Air Fryer Green Beans are a quick and easy side dish to serve any night of the week. Simply seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for a crave-worthy taste. The crisp tender texture of this fresh green bean recipe has a velvety center with a slight crunch. Squeeze fresh lemon on top for added freshness.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower
Want the tastiest air fryer cauliflower recipe you’ve ever tried? This one is ready to serve in just minutes!
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FAQS
Should I cover Shepherd’s Pie when reheating?
Cover the pie with foil or a lid to prevent the top from drying.
Enjoy your savory Shepherd’s Pie with a combination of these delicious sides! 🙂
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