Looking for the Best Sides for Ribs? We got you covered! Check out our favorite ribs side dishes, including our famous fritters, healthy coleslaw, tender cornbread, flavor-packed pasta salad, and more.
Ribs are one of our favorite BBQ meals and we love to experiment with different sides to compliment them. Below we've rounded up 18 sides that pair deliciously with pork and beef ribs so you know exactly what to make for your next ribs meal.
1. Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters are a quick and easy way to enjoy veggies with your ribs. They have the perfect blend of sweet and savory ingredients with lots of texture. Top the fritters with fresh basil, Greek yogurt, and roasted corn for extra flavor!
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2. Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes are a classic BBQ ribs side. They feature fluffy potatoes, creme fraiche, bacon, cheddar, and chives. It's simple, but all the decadent toppings meld together into one robustly flavored dish.
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3. Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn with Furikake will add a delicious umami crunch to your ribs meal. This recipe is inspired by Mexican street corn and flavored with Japanese ingredients. Enjoy it on the cob, cut into small servings, or cut off the cob and served as a salad beside your ribs.
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4. Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes are a rich and creamy side featuring homemade miso butter. These fluffy potatoes go perfectly with BBQ ribs. Make these crowd-pleaser potatoes next time you make ribs, you won't be disappointed!
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5. Healthy Greek Yogurt Coleslaw
Healthy Greek Yogurt Coleslaw
Greek Yogurt Coleslaw has become one of our go to ribs and BBQ sides. This healthy coleslaw features crisp carrots and shredded cabbage dressed in tangy Greek yogurt dressing. The crunchy coleslaw makes a perfect addition to your next BBQ!
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6. Homemade Seasoned French Fries
Homemade Seasoned French Fries
Ribs and fries is an underrated combination. Our Homemade Seasoned French Fries are a healthy spin on classic French fries with simple ingredients and minimal oil and salt. They are crispy, fluffy, and delightfully flavorful. Enjoy these easy fries with your favorite seasonings and dips!
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6. 10-Minute Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti)
10-Minute Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti)
Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti) is a tender, nutrient-rich version of broccoli that goes well with everything and takes just a few minutes to make. Simply cook the broccolini in olive oil then toss it with red chili flakes, garlic, and lemon juice for extra flavor.
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7. Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso is a moist and tender cheesy side with umami flavor. It’s a little sweet, has a hint of spicy, and pairs deliciously with ribs. Bake it while you wait for the ribs to cook!
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8. Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs are buttery, savory, and pair seamlessly with ribs. All you need are waxy potatoes, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper, and olive oil to make this healthy one-pan side dish.
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9. Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta
Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts are seasoned and covered with olive oil and maple syrup, then roasted and tossed with your choice of rendered bacon or pancetta. The combination is rich, hearty, and make for a great BBQ side.
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10. Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Italian Pasta Salad is a refreshing vegetarian side that's loaded with Mediterranean ingredients, including sun-dried tomatoes, herbed feta cheese, and olives. It doesn't take much time to make and is a perfect light side for a ribs lunch or dinner.
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11. Truffle Mushroom & Leek Risotto
Truffle Mushroom and Leek Risotto
Truffle Mushroom and Leek Risotto is a restaurant-worthy Italian dish! It features creamy al dente risotto with truffle purée, sautéed leeks, and a mushroom medley, all topped with grated Parmigiano-reggiano. Enjoy it with ribs for an extra rich and delicious dinner.
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12. Spicy Hot Honey Sauce
Spicy Hot Honey Sauce
Spicy Hot Honey Sauce is a sweet and spicy condiment made with just 4 ingredients in 5 minutes. Drizzle it on your ribs for an extra kick!
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13. Oven Roasted Onions
Oven Roasted Onions
Oven Roasted Onions are a healthy, no-fuss vegan side that's flavor-packed and easy to make. Just roast sweet onions in olive oil, salt and pepper, thyme, and rosemary until tender.
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14. Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Healthy Greek Yogurt Ranch
Ranch Dressing and ribs is a must try! The combination is tangy and surprisingly delicious. Our Greek Yogurt Ranch is a light and healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing without sacrificing any of the flavor!
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15. Cajun Fries
Spicy Cajun Fries
Spicy Cajun Fries are crispy fries with a Cajun kick. It takes only a little time and effort to make these zesty fries that will add a kick to your ribs dinner. Dip them in truffle aioli or wasabi mayo for extra flavor!
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16. Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan is a flavor-packed yet approachable side. Not only is it rich and flavorful, it only takes a few minutes of prep, and cooks in the oven while you cook the ribs.
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17. Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers are sweet, spicy, and will add pizzazz to your ribs or whet your palate as a zesty appetizer. They only take 15 minutes to make and are loaded with umami flavor!
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18. Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad is a delightfully sweet and hearty salad full of texture and flavor. It features crispy prosciutto, sliced pears, walnuts, shallots, Parmigiano-reggiano, and peppery arugula tossed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette. Make it in 20 minutes and serve with your ribs for a delicious flavor medley.
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18 Best Ribs Side Dishes
Looking for the Best Sides for Ribs? We got you covered! Check out our favorite ribs side dishes, including our famous fritters, healthy coleslaw, tender cornbread, flavor-packed pasta salad, and more.
Servings: 4
Calories: 233kcal
Ingredients
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
- 1 medium zucchini shredded, about 2 cups
- 2 pinches kosher salt divided
- 1 cup corn kernels about 1 ear of sweet corn
- 1 shallot minced
- ½ cup panko
- ¼ cup flour
- ½ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese grated
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup basil chiffonade, plus more for serving
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or neutral cooking oil, divided
- Greek yogurt, creme fraiche, or sour cream
Pan-Roasted Corn (for serving)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or neutral cooking oil, divided
- 2 tablespoon corn kernels
- 1 pinch kosher salt
Instructions
- Shred zucchini and remove moisture - Use a hand grater or a food processor with a grater disc to grate the zucchini. Place shredded zucchini in a colander in the sink and sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt. Allow the zucchini to sit for about 10 minutes to release moisture. Gently press the remaining moisture out of the zucchini. This prevents the fritters from getting soggy.1 medium zucchini, 2 pinches kosher salt
- Mix ingredients - Add zucchini, corn kernels, shallot, panko, flour, parmigiano-reggiano, garlic powder, a pinch of black pepper, a pinch of salt, and basil to a large mixing bowl. Toss until combined. Beat an egg in a small bowl and fold into the mixture until well combined.2 pinches kosher salt, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 shallot, ½ cup panko, ½ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, ¼ cup basil, ¼ cup flour
- Cook the fritters - Heat a large pan or braiser over medium high heat and add oil. Scoop about 3-4 tablespoons of batter and form each scoop into 8-10 patties. Cook the patties in batches as to not overcrowd the pan. Place the patties in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until both sides are golden. Line a plate with a paper towel and transfer the fritters to the plate to blot the excess oil from the fritters.1 pinch freshly ground black pepper,¼ cup basil,1 tablespoon avocado oil,Greek yogurt, creme fraiche, or sour cream1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, ¼ cup basil, 1 tablespoon avocado oil, Greek yogurt, creme fraiche, or sour cream
- Pan roast corn (optional) - Pan roast corn while the fritters cook for an additional topping. In a separate skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add corn and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use a splatter screen if available, as the corn can heat and pop out of the pan otherwise. Once the corn turns golden brown, stir in salt and remove from heat.2 tablespoon corn kernels, 1 pinch kosher salt, 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- Serve - Serve with Greek yogurt, creme fraiche, or sour cream and sprinkle with basil and roasted corn.¼ cup basil, Greek yogurt, creme fraiche, or sour cream
Nutrition
Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 375mg | Potassium: 276mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 1mg
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