45 Best Pork Sandwiches Side Dishes That Will Tantalize Your Taste Buds

Well, you can have your pulled pork in style thanks to these easy and inspiring side dishes that will make it so satisfying. 

Vegetable dishes, salads, plates of pasta, and so on make great side dishes.  

If you are still thinking about what to serve with pulled pork sandwiches, you can consider the following easy recipes to inspire you to create amazing side dishes for your pulled pork right at home. 

Recipes	Calories Per Serving	Prepartion Time
Crispy Coleslaw	150	12 Minutes
Cheesy Baked Pasta	462	25 Minutes
Easy Cabbage With Leeks	189	15 Minutes
Creamy Southern Succotash	248	15 Minutes
Instant Pot Collard Greens	375	10 Minutes
Quick Cucumber Salad	58	10 Minutes
Onion Rings	519	15 Minutes
Granny Smith Apple Slaw	194	20 Minutes
Kansas City  Baked Beans	229	20 Minutes
Creamy Potato Salad	608	20 Minutes
Pea Salad	278	15 Minutes
Hush Puppies	394	10 Minutes
Baked Vegan Sweet Potato Fries	154	10 Minutes
Elote Or Mexican Street Corn	261	10 Minutes
Grilled Corn With Spicy  Aioli	201	20 Minutes
Easy Pretzel Buns	190	3 Hours
Jalapeno Avocado Mac And Cheese	1085	10 Minutes
Easy Homemade Pickles	817	48 Hours
Summer Millet Salad	263	25 Minutes
Yellow Tomato Gazpacho	326	40 Minutes
Veggie Nicoise Salad With Red Curry Green Beans	267	50 Minutes
Kale And Brussels Sprout Caesar Slaw	172	25  Minutes
Zucchini Caprese Salad	312	15 Minutes
Smoky Barbecued Corn	186	10  Minutes
Corn Fritter Caprese With  Peaches And Tomatoes	582	15 Minutes
Blt Pasta Salad	615	10  Minutes
20- Minute Burrata Salad With Stone Fruit And Asparagus	372	15  Minutes
Loaded Baked Potato ‘Chips’	421	10  Minutes
Salami, Artichoke, And Ricotta Pasta Salad	828	10  Minutes
15-minute Cucumber Avocado Blender Soup	255	3 Minutes
Melon Salad With Chili Powder, Mint, Lime, And Flaky Sea Salt	87	5 Minutes
Roasted Broccoli And Bacon Pasta Salad	655	15  Minutes
Rainbow Vegetable Skewers	170	15  Minutes
Yogurt Biscuits With Honey Butter	363	1 Hour
Chilled Cucumber Salad	26	1 hour 35 Minutes
Grilled Peach And Halloumi Salad With Lemon-pesto Dressing	696	10 Minutes
Sweet-And-Spicy Cornbread	559	40 Minutes
Skillet Pasta With Summer Squash, Ricotta, And Basil	692	15 Minutes
Grilled watermelon-Feta Skewers	706	35 Minutes
Rodney Scott’s Pimento Cheese	438	10 Minutes
Caramelized Onion Gravy	42	15 Minutes
Okra And Tomatoes	72	15 Minutes
Steamed Broccoli	28	10 Minutes
Benihana Japanese Fried Rice	220	40 Minutes
Macaroni Salad	208	10 Minutes

1. Crispy Coleslaw 

This is an amazing classic dish that is savory. The crunchy slaw is known for its shredded cabbage mixture and seasoned mayonnaise dressing to create that fresh and natural taste. 

The crispy coleslaw will have you experiencing a balance of tangy, creamy, sweet, and crunchy tastes. 

You can make this dish in advance and store it in a tightly covered container in the fridge until you are ready to serve it with your pulled pork sandwiches. 

When making this dish, add sugar to taste and for color, you can use a shredded carrot or mix a green and purple cabbage. 

You could also use fresh parsley, celery seeds, and finely chopped red onions in your coleslaw. 

Serve this with your pulled pork, and you will never be disappointed. 

Calories Per Serving: 150  

Preparation Time: 12 Minutes

2. Cheesy Baked Pasta 

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Now this list would not be complete without a macaroni and cheese recipe. This is a dish with Greek origins, and it is a wonderful choice when choosing an accompaniment for pulled pork. 

It is the ideal satisfying family meal because it bakes in less than an hour, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. 

To prepare the cheesy baked pasta, you will need macaroni pasta, kefalotyri, eggs, and butter. 

To make the sauce, you will need butter, flour, milk, egg yolk, and black pepper, and use bread crumbs for toppings. 

Calories Per Serving: 462   

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes

3. Easy Cabbage With Leeks 

This side is tasty and will not only go perfectly with pulled pork but also with other meals. However, it slaps best with corned beef, pork, pot roast, or ham. 

It is simple to prepare and cooks up quickly, making it ideal if you want to whip up a quick side dish as you concentrate on making the main dish, which will require quality time in the oven. 

You will need green cabbage, large leeks, butter, chicken broth, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and caraway seeds.

When cooking this dish, the cabbage and leeks are sauteed and then simmered to perfection with little chicken stock, seasonings, and butter. Consider unsalted chicken stock, especially if you opt to use salted butter. 

Calories Per Serving: 189 

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

4. Creamy Southern Succotash 

Succotash is a popular dish in the South despite the word being from the Northern Indigenous people. It means “a dish of stewed or boiled corn.” 

A typical classic succotash consists of corn and lima beans; before the dish is done, you can add butter, milk, or cream. 

This lima bean and corn succotash is a lovely mixture of fresh and frozen vegetables, which are creamy. 

Butter is used to saute onions and peppers, but salt pork, bacon, and pork belly are used in the dish.

To create this fantastic side dish, you will need frozen corn kernels, lima beans, butter, onion, garlic, bell pepper, heavy cream, kosher salt, and black pepper. 

Calories Per Serving: 248  

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

5. Instant Pot Collard Greens 

Collard greens are vegetables famous for their large, dark-colored delicious leaves when cooked right. 

They are a staple of southern cuisine and taste great when cooked with vinegar, sugar, and spicy hot seasoning. 

You can add some delicious chunks of thick-cut bacon to make eating your collard greens more satisfying.

Collard greens are a common dish during New Years’ festivities and are usually served with cornbread or black-eyed peas. 

To prepare this dish, you will need vegetable oil, chopped onion, thick-cut bacon, collard greens, kosher salt, ground pepper, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and hot sauce. 

Cooking with a pressure cooker is recommended because it cooks under 30 minutes, giving you time to prepare your pulled pork.  

Serving it with pulled pork is yummy!

Calories Per Serving: 375  

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

6. Quick Cucumber Salad 

This is if you want a crunchy side dish for your barbecue mains. This cucumber salad is easy and delicious. The flavor of this salad is perfect when blended with the richness of pulled pork. 

You will need a large shallot, cucumbers, red wine vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and fresh parsley. 

To achieve that maximum crunch, you should serve this cucumber salad within one hour of making it.

If you have leftovers, you can keep them in a covered container in your fridge for one or two days, but remember that they will lose some crispness the longer it stays. 

For maximum crunch, serve this quick cucumber salad within an hour of making it. Leftover salad will stay in a covered container in the fridge for a day or two but will lose its crispness over time.

Calories Per Serving: 58 

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

7. Onion Rings

This dish is not only tasty but also popular thanks to its crispy quality without the extra fat and calories common in the deep-fried version of this. 

These onion rings are crispy and soft, and sweet on the inside. 

Besides, they will leave your kitchen smelling delicious aromas and not greasy like their deep-fried counterparts. 

Preparing it is quick and easy. All you need to do is slice the onions, have three bowls of flour, and add milk, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. 

You will then dredge the onions and allow the air fryer to do its thing. 

The secret to achieving that crunchy exterior is the panko breadcrumbs which generate this crisper breading compared to the regular breadcrumbs.  

You can serve your onion rings with your pulled pork or take them as snacks. 

Calories Per Serving: 519

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

8. Granny Smith Apple Slaw

This coleslaw is unique because the tart apples give it a unique taste that is nothing like the other sales. 

It is mixed with cabbage and a tasty dressing. 

Preparing it requires granny smith apples, white cabbage, lemon juice, and water. For a granny smith apple slaw dressing, you will need Mayonnaise, cilantro, lemon juice, vegetable oil, sugar, mustard, thyme, caraway seeds, and salt. 

This granny smith apple slaw is refreshing and light, making it perfect for serving with your pulled pork sandwich. 

Calories Per Serving: 194 

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

9. Kansas City  Baked Beans 

These baked beans have a special flavor from Brisket  Burnt  Ends. These are simply the dried-out tips of smoked brisket; they are a great addition to the beans.  

To prepare these Kansas city baked beans, you will need navy beans, water, bacon strips, onion, barbecue sauce, apple cider, burnt ends, mustard, molasses, and cider vinegar. 

It is a healthy dish perfect for lunches and dinners. The taste is out of this world when served with pulled pork sandwich. 

Calories Per Serving: 229 

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

10. Creamy Potato Salad 

This is the perfect side dish for pulled pork sandwiches, especially if you love potato and egg salads. It is a renowned barbecue side dish that is very simple to make. 

It is perfect if you have a cookout party and want to serve it alongside pulled pork sandwiches. 

You will require eggs, medium white potatoes peeled, salt, Mayonnaise, homemade relish, cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, ground pepper, and celery stalk. 

This is one side dish your guests will have second and maybe third helpings alongside their pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 608 

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

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11. Pea Salad 

This is a great-looking and flavorful side dish for your pulled pork sandwiches. 

You will need green peas, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, red onions, Mayonnaise, dried leaf oregano, regular ranch-style dressing, ground black pepper, salt, and celery.

It is perfect for a summer meal cookout, potluck, or picnic. 

Calories Per Serving: 278  

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

12. Hush Puppies 

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They are small deep-fried balls that are made of cornmeal batter.  

Hush puppies are usually served fried foods such as catfish and other seafood.  

They are crispy and so delicious with unique flavors. 

To prepare hush puppies, you will need a self-rising cornmeal mix and flour, egg, milk, and chopped green onion. 

You can add herbs or use any other pantry staples if you don’t have the self-rising cornmeal mix. 

Hush puppies are perfect for serving with pulled pork sandwiches, and you can serve them during dinner or lunch. In addition, they are a healthy option as a side dish.  

Calories Per Serving: 394 

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

13. Baked Vegan Sweet Potato Fries 

If you love that crispy slatiness that French fries are famous for, you will love these vegan sweet potato fries. 

They are low in fat content and will perfectly satisfy your craving if you have one, and lastly, they taste heavenly when paired with pulled pork sandwiches. 

You don’t need to deal with the mess of deep frying, and you can enjoy it the same way as deep-fried foods.  

With its straightforward nature, there is no need why you shouldn’t enjoy this restaurant-worthy dish any season and time of the day. 

Calories Per Serving: 154 

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

14. Elote Or Mexican Street Corn

This is a salty, crunchy, sweet, and creamy dish whose every bite is tasty. This is one dish that hits all the right flavor notes when you eat it straight off the grill. 

Preparing this flavored dish is very simple. 

All you need to do is roast the corn when it is still in the husks to keep it moist. 

You can use the oven or the grill. Give the corn a quick char, and roll the corn ears in cotija cheese and garlicky lime crema. You can sprinkle cilantro and chili powder as the last touch.

You will need sweet corn, sour cream, Mayonnaise, medium lime, garlic clove, salt, cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and tajin(chili powder).

It is a perfect summertime dish because that is the corn season, and it is available in plenty at the food markets. 

It can be served as a snack on its own or as the perfect side dish for pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 261

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

15. Grilled Corn With Spicy  Aioli 

This is the perfect summer and winter dish. Corn on the cob always wins, especially when it is grilled and drizzled with spicy aioli.

It is a very delicious side dish option for pulled pork sandwiches. 

For the spicy aioli part, you will need Mayonnaise, garlic cloves, smoked paprika, and sriracha.

To flavor your grilled corn, you will need butter, lime zest, coriander, garlic powder, several ears of corn, and freshly ground pepper. 

This is a dish to always look forward to during summers and winters too,

Calories Per Serving: 201 

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

16. Easy Pretzel Buns

You will love these easy pretzel buns, which go perfectly with pulled pork sandwich. You will impress your guests because the buns will look restaurant made. 

They look like those fancy rolls you can find in restaurants, but they taste better because they are homemade. 

For the pretzel dough, you will need bread flour, granulated sugar, kosher salt, dry yeast, unsalted butter, baking soda, a large egg, whole milk, and coarse sea salt for finishing. 

These buns will never disappoint and are delicious with pulled pork sandwiches.

Calories Per Serving: 190

Preparation Time: 3 Hours 

17. Jalapeno Avocado Mac And Cheese 

You can take this comfort food to the next level by adding a few important ingredients. 

Jalapeno avocado mac and cheese slap nice when paired with pulled pork sandwiches, and it becomes one of those unforgettable dishes. 

You will need Gemelli pasta, whole milk, green chiles, pickled jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, butter, all-purpose flour, shredded white cheddar cheese, and avocados. 

It is a perfect dinner or lunch dish that can be served in any season.  

Calories Per Serving: 1085

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

18. Easy Homemade Pickles

This might not be your first choice as a side dish for your pulled pork sandwiches, but there is a good reason they are served with the same main dish at popular restaurants.  

They have this special vinegary acidity that cuts through the meat’s fat and brings a great richness between the bites.  

These pickles require Kirby cucumbers, garlic cloves, mustard seeds, fresh dill, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. 

Calories Per Serving: 817

Preparation Time: 48 Hours 

19. Summer Millet Salad

It might not be a green salad, but it is hearty and comforting, not to mention healthy. Millet salad is unique and a great change from the common salad options. 

It is a healthy gluten-free grain that cooks quickly because of its small size. 

It happens to be the star recipe for summer millet salad.  

The Millet has this mild flavor, making it perfect for dressing up with various useful ingredients. 

You will need Millet, vegetable broth, scallions, cherry tomatoes, cubed Havarti cheese, parsley leaves, lemon zest, olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. 

You will love serving this with pulled pork sandwiches because the partakers of the meal will be appreciative of the unique taste. 

It is perfect for both dinner and lunch. 

Calories Per Serving: 263 

Preparation Time: 25 Minutes

20. Yellow Tomato Gazpacho

This is a summertime favorite dish that does not disappoint and is perfect for serving with pulled pork sandwiches. When the two flavors blend, it is undefined awesomeness. 

Yellow tomatoes are usually milder and less acidic compared to red ones. 

You will need to blend these tomatoes with olive oil and pair them with the best quality peaches you can find. 

This blend will bring about this balance of taste which can only define the ideal summer gazpacho. 

The great thing about this stunning dish is that you can prepare it in advance, which could be the night before, and blend the ingredients just a few minutes before serving time. 

You will need extra virgin olive oil, sourdough bread, ground black pepper, large orange or yellow tomatoes, basil leaves, garlic cloves, sea salt, cucumber, heirloom tomatoes, purple onion, red or yellow pepper, ripe peaches, and chervil. 

Calories Per Serving: 326 

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes

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 21. Veggie Nicoise Salad With Red Curry Green Beans 

If there is such a thing as French salad, this is it. It is hearty and has these flavorful toppings of ham and colorful veggies, although the original French is topped with canned tuna. 

You can be assured that this is a healthy option with green beans, radishes, arugula, cucumber, and potatoes.  

To prepare this dish, you will need one shallot, garlic clove, dijon mustard, extra-virgin olive oil, kosher salt, ground black pepper, potatoes, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, red curry paste, green beans, baby arugula, cucumber, hard-boiled eggs, and Nicoise olives. 

With such a tasty salad and green beans combo, a pulled pork sandwich in the mix will be amazing. 

Calories Per Serving: 267 

Preparation Time: 50 Minutes

22. Kale And Brussels Sprout Caesar Slaw  

This dish option has this strong earthy, vegetal taste that is so amazing. This is a very versatile slaw that allows the use of winter greens or cabbage. 

However, if you use cabbage or winter greens, you must shred them thinly. Then, you can use your choice’s cheese or soft herbs, which will come out perfect.

Instead of using soaked seeds and nuts, you can opt to use seed and nut butter because they work best.

You will need sunflower seeds, blanched almonds, garlic clove, dijon mustard, lemon juice, kale, or other greens minus the stalks, brussels sprouts, soft herbs, and blue cheese.

This dish becomes the best side dish for your pulled pork sandwiches when prepared right. 

Calories Per Serving: 172 

Preparation Time: 25  Minutes

23. Zucchini Caprese Salad 

This dish is summer on a plate. The grilled zucchini is crisp and mild flavored, which makes it perfect with the mild mozz, juicy tomatoes, and zingy balsamic. 

There is nothing so satisfying as the taste of ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese.

To prepare this dish, you will need a large zucchini, extra-virgin oil, ground pepper, fresh mozzarella cheese,  sliced tomatoes, basil leaves, and balsamic vinegar.

Zucchini Caprese salad has never disappointed anyone who has tried it with pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 312

Preparation Time: 15  Minutes

24. Smoky Barbecued Corn 

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After trying this smoky barbecued corn, you will never eat plain boiled corn again. So instead, this corn is slathered in chili-lime Mayonnaise and rolled in parmesan cheese and smoked paprika.

You will need whole corn cobs, Mayonnaise, lime, chili powder, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and cilantro.

This smoky barbecued corn has a unique flavor, making it ideal for the pulled pork sandwich. It is perfect for serving during summer afternoons. 

Calories Per Serving: 186

Preparation Time: 10  Minutes

25. Corn Fritter Caprese With  Peaches And Tomatoes 

They are fritters with amazing sweet summer corn, and the food also features scallions, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.  

Most summer meals have corn and tomatoes, and this one is no exception. 

It is simple to prepare, and you will need scallions, fresh corn kernels, fresh parsley, fresh basil, kosher salt, ground black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes,  all-purpose flour, baking powder, eggs, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, vegetable oil, tomatoes, and peaches. 

There is no doubt about the taste of this dish, and it will do a lot in making your pulled pork sandwiches even better.

Calories Per Serving: 582 

Preparation Time: 15  Minutes

26. Blt Pasta Salad

If you love salads, you are in for a treat with the Blt salad. On the other hand, if you don’t love salads much, you will begin loving them after tasting this one. 

This salad combines the perfect sandwich’s crunchy, creamy, and savory ingredients minus the bread because pasta is better. 

As you prepare the Blt salad, you will need bacon, ground black pepper, pasta, Mayonnaise, dijon mustard, cider vinegar, kosher salt, tomatoes, avocado, romaine lettuce, 

This side dish will make your pulled pork sandwiches something to look forward to always by yourself and those you serve. 

Calories Per Serving: 615

Preparation Time: 10  Minutes

27. 20- Minute Burrata Salad With Stone Fruit And Asparagus 

This could be the only salad you will need this summer because it is tasty thanks to its sweet ingredients. 

The best thing about it is that it is a no-cook dish, but it will feed the summer crowd in your home and will not wilt even when served during high temperatures. 

Before you prepare this delicacy, you will need to hit the farmers’ market and get extra-virgin oil, red-wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, almonds, oregano, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, asparagus, sugar snap peas, peaches, plums, cherries, fresh mint leaves and balls of burrata. 

With all these ingredients, you will get the most delectable sugar snap, perfect for serving with your pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 372

Preparation Time: 15  Minutes

28. Loaded Baked Potato ‘Chips’

This is an unusual baked potato dish because you will keep eating. Unlike other baked potatoes, you get full after less than three bites. 

In addition, you will love the taste and how the flavors blend to bring about a unique taste. 

To create this lovely dish, you will need medium red potatoes, extra-virgin oil, freshly ground pepper, cooked bacon, sour cream, and chopped chives. 

When served with pulled pork sandwiches, you are going to be glad you made an effort to make this dish because it will be mouth-watering good. 

Calories Per Serving: 421

Preparation Time: 10  Minutes

29. Salami, Artichoke, And Ricotta Pasta Salad

This dish is a lovely site to behold, and it will remind you of happiness, thanks to the lovely pasta bow-ties coated in that balsamic-mustard vinaigrette. 

To prepare this pasta dish, you will need extra virgin oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, freshly ground pepper, bite-size pasta, diced salami, artichoke hearts, fresh rosemary, and ricotta cheese. 

There is no rule that all pasta dishes must swim in red sauce, and this pasta salad is a great example of one that does not. Instead, it is a collection of great ingredients that combine for one simple but satisfying dish. 

Calories Per Serving: 828 

Preparation Time: 10  Minutes

30. 15-minute Cucumber Avocado Blender Soup 

This refreshment is simple to make and quite satisfying when you take it. It involves dumping avocado, fresh herbs, cukes, and greek yogurt into a blender and mixing until it is smooth. 

Making soup might sound easy, but it might not seem easy when you gather the ingredients and make it. 

However, not all soups are like that because there is one that will give you an easy time and still deliver that satisfying taste as a side dish to pulled pork sandwiches. 

To prepare this dish, you will need English cucumbers, avocados, fresh parsley, fresh mint, lime, Greek yogurt, kosher salt, baguette, unsalted butter, lime juice, and shredded asiago cheese.

Calories Per Serving: 255 

Preparation Time: 3 Minutes

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31. Melon Salad With Chili Powder, Mint, Lime, And Flaky Sea Salt 

You might not be a great fan of cantaloupe and honeydew, but this recipe will change your mind. You will experience this sweet, spicy, sour, and salty salad that will blow your mind. 

You will need cantaloupe, honeydew melon, zest of lime, chopped fresh mint, chili powder, and flaky sea salt. 

Calories Per Serving: 87

Preparation Time: 5 Minutes

32. Roasted Broccoli And Bacon Pasta Salad

This is an earthy, hearty side dish option that is delightfully complete with lemony breadcrumbs and a bacon-infused mustard vinaigrette. 

It could be one of your favorite summer side dishes to serve with your pulled pork sandwiches. 

You will need bacon, ground pepper, broccoli, extra-virgin oil, salt, brown mustard, malt vinegar, pasta(use penne), panko breadcrumbs, lemon zest, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and melted butter. 

There is no doubt about this dish being a big win every summer when served for lunch with your pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 655

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

33. Rainbow Vegetable Skewers 

Maybe you tried to grill your veggie skewer in the past and burned it. Well, there is one explanation for that, you were probably cooking different vegetables on the same stick. 

The result was that the different veggies were cooked unevenly, and some vegetables were cooked faster than others. 

Well, now you know you can prepare your rainbow vegetable skewers containing only one ingredient.  

In this manner, the result after grilling will be nothing short of perfection. Stick to a single veggie per stick, and you will never go wrong and get your dressing right. 

You will need red onions, summer squash, orange bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, ground pepper, and fresh parsley. 

Well-done skewers are always perfect when served with pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 170 

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

34. Yogurt Biscuits With Honey Butter

This southern-originated side dish is a sure win when served with pulled pork sandwiches. 

Even the pickiest kids and adults will generously eat this dish. 

The best thing about this dish is that it lacks that unappetizing heavy butter and has this tangy and creamy Greek yogurt.  

You will need all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, Greek yogurt, buttermilk, melted butter, and honey.

This is one of those sure-bet meals you know will instantly be a hit in your family. 

Calories Per Serving: 363 

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 

35. Chilled Cucumber Salad

This is the dish to take when you want something cool during that hot summer because it is so refreshing. 

As a side dish for pulled pork sandwiches, it is also superb. 

All you need to make it is a European cucumber, garlic with fresh dill, and red onion. 

Serve it during those hot summer afternoons alongside your pulled pork sandwiches for lunch, and you will love it. Besides, it has few calories, and if you are cutting down on them, this is the ideal dish.

Calories Per Serving: 26 

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes

36. Grilled Peach And Halloumi Salad With Lemon-pesto Dressing 

When you serve this dish with pulled pork, it will steal the thunder of pulled pork. 

Picture sweet, crispy pine nuts, charred peaches, tangy halloumi, and fresh greens. 

You will love this dish because it has this unforgettable taste you will want to revisit frequently. 

When preparing this special salad, you will need basil leaves, garlic clove, lemon juice, rice vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, kosher salt, green beans, peaches, pine nuts, mixed greens, and halloumi.

Spread this salad out on a big platter, and it will no doubt impress everyone at your next family dinner. 

If there are leftovers, just stash them in the fridge because you can eat them the next day. 

Calories Per Serving: 696

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

37. Sweet-And-Spicy Cornbread 

In this dish, the fresh chiles meet honey and melted butter on this tangy, sour cream-laced cornbread that will no doubt take your breath away. 

You will experience sweetness with this strong kick of spice from your fresh Fresno chilis. 

In case you can’t find Fresnos, jalapenos will work just fine. Make sure the peppers are thinly sliced to experience good heat in every bite you take. 

Calories Per Serving: 559

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes

38. Skillet Pasta With Summer Squash, Ricotta, And Basil 

Beautiful summers are for more than just spaghetti and meatballs because there are many great options. 

This skillet pasta with summer squash, ricotta, and basil is a wonderful option, and within a few minutes, it is ready to eat alongside your pulled pork sandwiches. 

Preparing this special pasta will require pound pasta, extra-virgin oil, sweet onion, garlic cloves, summer squash, yellow cherry tomatoes, ground black pepper, grated pecorino romano, ricotta cheese, and chopped fresh basil. 

Serve it with your delicious pulled pork; you will have something unique to eat every summer. 

Calories Per Serving: 692 

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

39. Grilled watermelon-Feta Skewers 

Assembling these sweet-and-salty skewers could be the best thing you can do because you will love pairing them with your pulled pork sandwiches.

It is one thing to see it on a restaurant menu but making it at home is never the same.

This sweet watermelon and tangy feta cheese are perfect for hot summers because it is quite refreshing and healthy. 

Unlike most salads, where you only need to chop ingredients and toss them with the ideal dressing, this one is different. This salad begins on the grill, and it is flavorful.

That is where all those amazing flavors begin. You will need cubed watermelon, feta cheese, extra-virgin oil, arugula, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, ground black pepper, and chopped fresh basil. 

Take your time and set the grill to high heat, then place piece after piece of every fruit into the skewer and let the heat do its job. 

Calories Per Serving: 706 

Preparation Time: 35 Minutes

40. Rodney Scott’s Pimento Cheese

You will love this award-winning cheese spread if you love cheese and dips.  

The beauty of this recipe is that the cheddar cheese is shredded by hand. 

It might seem hectic initially, but the pre-shredded cheese has ingredients that prevent clumping and is the only way to get some smooth and creamy results.

It is a dish strongly linked to the SouthSouth, but people from different regions have been known to prepare it too.

You can serve this dish as a side dish for pulled pork sandwiches, but you could also include carrots, crackers, and celery stalks. 

When you get it right, this award-winning dish will never disappoint you. 

Calories Per Serving: 438  

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

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41. Caramelized Onion Gravy 

This is a great side dish for pulled pork sandwiches, especially during Thanksgiving. It has this wonderful sweet-savory flavor that works beautifully with everything.  

All you need to do is cook a lot of onions until they turn this deep amber color. 

You can then simmer these onions with some stock and thicken them with flour to turn them into a lovely-looking golden gravy. 

Calories Per Serving: 42 

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

42. Okra And Tomatoes 

This browned onion, garlic, and some tomatoes create this delightful coating for sweet fresh okra.

 If you want to minimize the “slime” factor common with okra, cook it without a lot of liquid. The spices are Indian-style, making this dish perfect, especially if you are a vegetarian.  

You will need okra, yellow onion, tomatoes, garlic cloves, chili powder, cumin seeds, turmeric, cayenne, salt, and lemon juice to make this lovely side dish for your pulled pork sandwiches.  

Perfect for both lunch and dinner servings and a repeat dish. 

Calories Per Serving: 72

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

43. Steamed Broccoli 

If you need a super fast and fresh side dish, this is the option to take. For example, steamed broccoli is healthy and delicious and will pair well with pulled pork and sandwiches. 

In addition, it takes only 10 minutes to cook, which will give you more time to prepare the main dish. 

All you need for this dish is broccoli and water, and you will have the perfect and healthy side dish for your pulled pork sandwiches. 

Calories Per Serving: 28

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

44. Benihana Japanese Fried Rice 

This Japanese cuisine is a mix of delicious veggies and soft scrambled eggs. 

You will need some major ingredients to make this recipe at home. However, the taste of this dish will blend perfectly with the smoky taste of your pulled pork sandwiches. 

You can customize this dish by adding chicken, shrimp, or beef to make it better. 

Calories Per Serving: 220

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes

45. Macaroni Salad

This is a classic side dish for meat, barbecues, and pulled pork sandwiches. 

The best way to enjoy macaroni is by letting it cool. Keep it in the fridge for a few hours before you serve it with your pulled pork sandwiches. 

Then, you can make it the night before and keep it chilled overnight. 

Serve it with pulled pork sandwiches during hot summers to enjoy it better.  

Calories Per Serving: 208 

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes   

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Salad Dishes The Only Side Dishes For Pulled Pork Sandwiches?

You can serve other dishes apart from vegetable side dishes. For example, you can serve it with starchy side dishes, vegetable side dishes, fruit side dishes, bean side dishes, and many others. 

How Do I Choose The Best Side Dish For My Pulled Pork Sandwiches? 

This depends on what you want to experience. Choose whether you want your side dish cooked, raw, crispy, tangy, or mellow. 

The options are endless, as we have seen above. It is up to you to decide what you want your pulled pork sandwich to taste like with its side dish. 

Do Certain Side Dishes For Pulled Pork Sandwiches Have Specific Times That They Must Be Served? 

Some side dishes are best served during summer, like the vegetable and fruit salad, while others will do better during winter, such as the baked side dishes.

 However, in the end, as long as the side dish perfectly complements the main dish and whoever eats it enjoys it, then it doesn’t matter when it will be served.