20 of the Best Sides for Meatloaf
Often times I can come up with the main dish with no problem, but need inspiration for easy side dishes to round out the full meal. You may need the same help, so I’ve gathered up some of the best sides for meatloaf the whole family will enjoy. When you’re craving classic comfort food, pair a homemade meatloaf with any of these delicious sides and you’ll be set.
Meatloaf Side Dishes
Once you have decided on the best meatloaf recipe for your family, you have to decide what’s a good side dish (or two) to serve with the ultimate comfort food. But that’s always where I get hung up.
So I’ve shared some of my favorite side dishes found here on Rose Bakes, and then 13 more of the best side dishes found across the internet that will go perfectly with your meatloaf dinner. These range from potato side dishes to vegetable side dishes and everything in between!
Keep reading below for a list of the best sides of meatloaf!
Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas
These Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas are a quick and easy way to enjoy flavorful beans in a fraction of the time. They have bacon and savory seasonings cooked right in to make a hearty and delicious peas you don’t even have to soak.
Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas by Rose Bakes
German Cucumber Salad
This easy recipe for German Cucumber Salad is a cool, creamy, and refreshing side dish that’s made with fresh cucumbers and a handful of pantry staples. It’s an easy, budget friendly, low-carb option that pairs well with almost any main course.
German Cucumber Salad by Rose Bakes
Easy Crockpot Collard Greens
For a foolproof, flavorful Southern side, these slow cooker collard greens come together with just 6 ingredients. They become tender and delicious after simmering in a hearty, smoky bacon broth.
Easy Crockpot Collard Greens by Rose Bakes
Instant Pot Potato Salad
Instant Pot Potato Salad is a quick and delicious take on the classic. It’s a simple recipe since I make mine without onions or relish, but you can easily customize it to make it your own. It’s cool, creamy, and packed with satisfying texture and flavor.
Instant Pot Potato Salad by Rose Bakes
Crockpot Funeral Potatoes
This cheesy potato casserole is a classic side dish that’s made even easier in the slow cooker. The potatoes are finished with a crispy topping, and are perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or a great side dish.
Crockpot Funeral Potatoes by Rose Bakes
Easy Green Beans with Bacon & Brown Sugar
These Easy Green Beans with Bacon and Brown Sugar are the perfect blend of sweet and savory. Bake these beans with a flavorful soy sauce glaze and crispy bacon to make a simple dish everyone will love.
Easy Green Beans with Bacon & Brown Sugar by Rose Bakes
Perfect Rice in the Instant Pot
Rice can be tricky to get just right, but making it in the Instant Pot takes out all the guesswork. This white rice is quick, hands-off, and turns out perfectly fluffy every single time.
Perfect Rice in the Instant Pot by Rose Bakes
Super Soft Dinner Rolls Without Eggs
These super soft dinner rolls are the perfect buttery rolls to complement any meal. You only need 6 simple ingredients to bake up some light, fluffy, golden brown rolls.
Super Soft Dinner Rolls Without Eggs – No Mixer Needed by Our Slice of Home
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Maple Syrup
These Brussels sprouts with bacon are the perfect mix of crispy, sweet, salty, and incredibly simple to make. This easy side dish recipe is big on flavor with minimal effort!
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Maple Syrup by Dinners Done Quick
Green Bean Casserole Recipe from Scratch
This green bean casserole is a fresh take on the classic using fresh green beans, sautéed mushrooms, and a rich homemade sauce. Check out the step-by-step instructions and tips to create a flavorful from scratch side dish that’s sure to impress.
Green Bean Casserole Recipe from Scratch by Our Love Language is Food
Mixed Vegetable Casserole
This mixed vegetable casserole comes together easily using frozen vegetables and simple ingredients. It’s baked in a rich, creamy cheese sauce made from scratch with Parmesan, Gruyere, and a splash of white wine.
Mixed Vegetable Casserole by Craving Something Healthy
Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
Say goodbye to bland and boring spuds and hello to these mashed potatoes with rich flavor and the ultimately creamy texture. The addition of sour cream takes classic creamy mashed potatoes to a whole new level.
Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes by Little Chef Within
Texas Roadhouse Loaded Sweet Potatoes
This quick and easy loaded sweet potato recipe uses just a handful of simple ingredients. It’s full of flavor, gooey mini marshmallows, crunch pecans, warm spices, and buttery richness. They go great with a regular weeknight meal or with a holiday dinner that pairs perfectly with many proteins.
Texas Roadhouse Loaded Sweet Potatoes by The Cookin’ Chicks
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
These green beans are a side dish filled with flavor and made with just four simple ingredients. These tender beans are tossed with Parmesan cheese and roasted to perfection in under 30 minutes.
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Green Beans by Whiskful Cooking
Italian Oven-Roasted Vegetables
Italian Oven Roasted Vegetables are a quick, flavorful way to get a healthy side dish on the table any night of the week. Just season squash, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms with herbs then roast!
Italian Oven-Roasted Vegetables by Evolving Table
Skillet Baked Beans and Bacon
These Skillet Baked Beans and Bacon feature a traditional Southern style molasses base, topped with crispy bacon strips, and baked to perfection in a cast iron skillet.
Skillet Baked Beans and Bacon by Dutch Oven Daddy
Julie’s Italian House Salad with Red Wine Dressing
This easy Italian green salad features fresh, crisp lettuce tossed with artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, and onion. Dress it with a tangy dressing made with olive oil and red wine vinegar for a bright, flavorful dish.
Julie’s Italian House Salad with Red Wine Dressing by Blackberry Babe
Balsamic Roasted Asparagus
Roasted asparagus with balsamic vinegar is a simple, nutritious, and flavorful side dish made with just a few pantry staples and fresh asparagus. This dish is quick to prepare, perfect for entertaining, and pairs well with a variety of main courses.
Balsamic Roasted Asparagus by A Sweet Alternative
Homemade Creamed Spinach
Homemade Creamed Spinach is a rich, velvety side dish that brings comforting flavor to any meal. Its creamy texture and savory taste make it a standout favorite, and it’s surprisingly easy to make using ingredients you probably already have on hand.
Homemade Creamed Spinach by Maria’s Mixing Bowl
Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
This roasted potatoes and carrots recipe is a simple side dish that’s both healthy and delicious, perfect for family dinners. These hearty root vegetables are tossed in olive oil and savory seasoning, then roasted until perfectly tender.
Roasted Potatoes and Carrots by Mae’s Menu
