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    12/13/2022

    What to Serve with Meatloaf (Best Side Dishes)

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    Who doesn’t like classic comforting meatloaf dinner? Sometimes the side dishes you serve with meatloaf are even more important than the actual main course! We’ve rounded up 20+ best side dishes for an all-time favorite meatloaf meal. From vegetables, salads, potato and rice dishes and even Keto options, it’s time to get creative!

    Who doesn’t like classic comforting meatloaf dinner? Sometimes the side dishes you serve with meatloaf are even more important than the actual main course! That’s what we’re going to discuss today – 18 best side dishes for an all-time favorite meatloaf meal. From vegetables, salads, potato and rice dishes and even Keto options, it’s time to get creative!

    Picture, or better yet taste, this…creamy mac and cheese with meatloaf. What a dynamic duo!

    How about Cajun French fries? Potato salad is a go-to as well, or maybe you’ll even want to try a BLT Salad!

    Who doesn’t like classic comforting meatloaf dinner? Sometimes the side dishes you serve with meatloaf are even more important than the actual main course! That’s what we’re going to discuss today – 18 best side dishes for an all-time favorite meatloaf meal. From vegetables, salads, potato and rice dishes and even Keto options, it’s time to get creative!
    Table of Contents Show
    What Goes with Meatloaf?
    Vegetable Sides that Goes Good with Meatloaf
    1. Steamed Broccoli
    2. Glazed Carrots
    3. Air Fryer Asparagus
    4. Sous Vide Green Beans
    Salad & Salsa Side Dishes
    5. Fruit Salsa
    6. Broccoli Salad
    7. Cucumber Salad
    8. BLT Salad
    Potato & Rice Sides
    9. Microwave Mashed Potatoes
    10. Fried Rice
    11. Potato Salad
    12. Boiled Potatoes
    13. Cajun French Fries
    Keto Sides
    14. Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts
    15. Cauliflower Fried Rice
    16. Zucchini Noodles
    Other Popular Side Dishes
    17. Creamy Mac and Cheese
    18. Sweet Potato Fries
    19. Cornbread with Creamed Corn
    20. Creamy Coleslaw
    21. Spinach Soup
    Is Meatloaf Good for You?
    How to Keep a Meatloaf from Falling Apart?
    What Dessert Goes with Meatloaf?
    Best Side Dishes to Serve with Meatloaf

    What Goes with Meatloaf?

    Homemade meatloaf is tender, juicy, and full of flavor. While you’re baking your meatloaf, there’s plenty of time to prepare a perfect side that complements this hearty dinner.

    Depending on the season and your preference, from vegetables, salads, potatoes, rice and noodle dishes…heck even Keto options, we’ll break them all down for you.

    Start now!

    Vegetable Sides that Goes Good with Meatloaf

    1. Steamed Broccoli

    Steamed Broccoli

    You can’t go wrong with this quick, easy, healthy, and delicious steamed broccoli.

    Broccoli is high in protein, believe it or not, and vitamin c, and also low in carbohydrates for those inclined to lean towards a Keto diet. Steaming is the best way to cook this vegetable.

    2. Glazed Carrots

    Glazed carrots

    Only four ingredients, and less than 10 minutes to cook – where can I sign up? And these are brown sugar-glazed carrots. This easy side is a perfect match for meatloaf and your palate!

    3. Air Fryer Asparagus

    Air Fryer Asparagus

    Crispy tips and tender stalks, and healthy! And it’s vegan, low-carb and Keto!! Try it in an air fryer, and you’ll never go back to a conventional or microwave oven.

    4. Sous Vide Green Beans

    Sous Vide Green Beans

    This may not roll off your tongue easily, but its flavor will have your taste buds tingling!

    It’s made with very few ingredients including garlic, and it’s an excellent source of fiber, folate and potassium.

    Salad & Salsa Side Dishes

    5. Fruit Salsa

    Fruit Salsa

    Delicious and refreshing – a perfect mix with Meatloaf! And get this recipe comes with cinnamon chips!!

    Choose what fruits you want to throw in the equation, but we suggest strawberries, pineapple, mango and kiwi.

    6. Broccoli Salad

    Broccoli Salad

    Broccoli salad might not sound overly delicious to start with but the way we bring it to life does just that! A few special ingredients: bacon, cheesy and creamy mayonnaise yogurt dressing put this Meatloaf side over the top! There is a non-dairy option as well.

    7. Cucumber Salad

    Cucumber Salad

    When it comes to non-conventional salads, this may be my favorite. Cucumbers and vinegar were a pairing I always enjoyed with my grandparents growing up. This will take that to another level. Again, the dressing is the key here. Follow along.

    8. BLT Salad

    BLT Pasta Salad

    Ready in 15 minutes or less, think bacon, lettuce, tomato without the bread and a little pasta instead! Your family and friends will be asking for more of this!

    Potato & Rice Sides

    9. Microwave Mashed Potatoes

    Microwave Mashed Potatoes

    I don’t know about you but mashed potatoes and meatloaf have always been a great pairing in our family. Fluffy, creamy and smooth, these too can be ready in 15 minutes or less!

    Don’t forget to use russet or Yukon gold potatoes for the best results!!

    10. Fried Rice

    Fried Rice

    You can truly customize this dish by adding your favorite meat and veggies. Quick. Easy. Full of flavor. It’s also an opportunity to use up all the leftovers in the fridge.

    11. Potato Salad

    Potato Salad

    How can you go wrong with a mother’s recipe? This is a must-try!

    Don’t forget the variety of potatoes you use here is key, and there may be an ingredient or two here that will make you say Mmmm.

    12. Boiled Potatoes

    Boiled Potatoes

    Answer this, and be honest. Did you know that there are not only different types of potatoes, but also different levels of starch? There are baking potatoes that are considered starchy. All-purpose potatoes that are medium-starched, and waxy potatoes that are low-starch. We’ll break down all of that and more with these recipes.

    13. Cajun French Fries

    Cajun French Fries

    We’re going to copy one of the favorite fast food stops with their cajun french fries – Popeyes! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and give that cajun kick…BOOM!!

    Soaking the fries before frying, and double frying for an extra crispy finish are two tips that will take you through.

    Keto Sides

    14. Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

    Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

    Does anything not taste good with bacon? Even Brussel sprouts! And three simple ingredients is all you’ll need, and to think this is Keto friendly!!

    Combine this with Meatloaf and once again your tummy will thank you!

    15. Cauliflower Fried Rice

    Cauliflower Fried Rice

    How about this interesting tidbit when it comes to cauliflower rice? It had 90-percent fewer calories, and triple the fiber of white rice. We’ll give you a few different options to kick up this cauliflower fried rice a little more!

    16. Zucchini Noodles

    Zucchini Noodles

    Five minutes to make this interesting dish.

    You will need a spiralizer, and this may take a little practice to make the perfect noodle, but the good news is that these work and can be had as leftovers as well.

    Other Popular Side Dishes

    17. Creamy Mac and Cheese

    Creamy Mac and Cheese

    Not just creamy mac and cheese, but Trisha Yearwood Mac and Cheese!

    Prep time is just 10 minutes for this creamy delicious dish that once again is a perfect match for Meatloaf!

    18. Sweet Potato Fries

    Sweet Potato Fries

    You won’t be able to keep these on the dinner table for too long!

    Soft-centered, crispy-edged sweet potato fries. I’m salivating just thinking of them!!

    For even crispier results try ghee rather than olive oil.

    19. Cornbread with Creamed Corn

    Is there anything that hits the spot quite like a slice of creamy cornbread? This southern recipe is a summertime classic that will enhance your summer BBQs.

    Is there anything that hits the spot quite like a slice of creamy cornbread? This southern recipe is a summertime classic that will enhance your summer BBQs.

    20. Creamy Coleslaw

    Creamy Coleslaw

    Basic and delicious! It doesn’t get any better than that when it comes to food!

    You won’t need many ingredients, and we’ll even throw in one you may have never heard or thought of – think coleslaw…and read ahead!

    21. Spinach Soup

    This velvety rich spinach soup is healthy, delicious, and doesn’t contain any cream! It gets its smooth texture from potatoes. If you can’t tolerate dairy or need a tasty vegan soup, give this recipe a try.

    This velvety rich spinach soup is healthy, delicious, and doesn’t contain any cream! It gets its smooth texture from potatoes. If you can’t tolerate dairy or need a tasty vegan soup, give this recipe a try.

    Is Meatloaf Good for You?

    It certainly isn’t unhealthy for you.

    Make sure you choose lean ground beef or ground turkey if you can. These numbers speak for themselves: A large slice has between 180 calories and 294 calories, 23 grams of protein and 27 grams of total fat.

    How to Keep a Meatloaf from Falling Apart?

    Simple. Add ingredients that will keep this delicious dish intact. Eggs and breadcrumbs are two options.

    And don’t overcook it. Often people cook for too long, and that leads to crumbled meatloaf.

    What Dessert Goes with Meatloaf?

    Perhaps the proper question should be what dessert doesn’t go with meatloaf?

    Pie, tarts, cakes, fruit…you name it, it’s a perfect match for your palate when combined with meatloaf! Apple pie, vanilla ice cream, or perhaps even a peach crumble.

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    Steamed broccoli

    Best Side Dishes to Serve with Meatloaf

    Steamed Broccoli is one of the best side dishes for meatloaf. It’s so easy to make with a few ingredients.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Izzy
    Calories: 52kcal

    Ingredients 

    • 1 large head broccoli
    • salt to taste
    • freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions 

    • In a medium saucepan over high heat, add about an inch of water and bring to a boil.
    • Cut the broccoli head into 2-inch pieces and add to a steamer basket.
    • When the water is boiling, place the basket inside the pot.
    • Cover the steamer and reduce heat to medium.
    • Steam for 5-7 minutes or until you can pierce the broccoli stalk with a fork.
    • Serve and enjoy immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 480mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 947IU | Vitamin C: 136mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
    Author: Izzy
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Meatloaf Sides
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    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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