What To Eat With Potato Salad (12 Irresistible Sides)

Potato salad is fantastic, it’s one of those dishes that works well with so many types of food. From a summer barbecue, to a starter with a thanksgiving meal, potato salad can be served at any time of the year.

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When cooked correctly, potato salad contains the perfect balance of creaminess from the sauce, and crunch from the onions. It’s full of flavor, regardless of the type of potato salad you make.

While we love Greek potato salad, which contains lemon juice and olive oil, the Chinese take on potato salad is just as good. This contains vinegar and soy sauce, and really packs a punch.

In addition to this, you can’t go wrong with the American version of this dish that we all know and love.

Potato salad typically contains similar ingredients bar a few differences. However, you are free to switch things up from time to time. We personally love to include a mixture of standard potatoes and sweet potatoes.

If you are looking to serve potato salad to your family or friends, you may be unsure of the types of dishes and sides to serve alongside it.

Thankfully, there is an abundance of different options to choose from.

In this article, we have selected 12 of the best and most irresistible dishes, and side dishes to serve and eat with potato salad.

Steak

Steak is such a great option to serve with potato salad, especially when the steak has been cooked rare to medium.

The mixture of the juices from the steak and the creaminess of the potato salad works extremely well together.

The flavors are exceptional. Potatoes and steak are always a great combination.

Chicken

Chicken is always a reliable option to consider if you’re unsure of what you should serve with potato salad. It can be prepared in many ways, and it’s typically one of the healthier options to consider.

The flavor is not too overpowering, and as a result the creaminess of the potato salad compliments the chicken well.

Roasted Vegetables

Roasted vegetables are delicious. While boiled vegetables can be great, nothing beats the crunch that comes with roasted vegetables.

The flavor tends to be stronger, and when you add a honey glaze to the vegetables, it really does take them to the next level.

There are so many different vegetables you can serve with potato salad, and they all work well. Ultimately, it’s down to personal preference. Some vegetables that work particularly well include roasted parsnips and carrots.

Pork

If you’re not as keen on chicken, or beef, you can choose to serve pork with your potato salad. It’s a great option to choose, and pork is just as easy to prepare and cook as chicken.

The flavor is not too overpowering, and compliments the potato salad well.

Cooked Ham

Cooked ham is one of our personal favorite dishes to eat with potato salad. The saltiness of the cooked ham compliments the slight sweetness of the potato salad well.

The blend of flavors is great, and this is a great option to consider if you have cooked ham leftover from a previous meal you have cooked.

Corn On The Cob

Corn on the cob is a staple side dish for many people, and it’s easy to see why. While corn on the cob may be simple, it’s delicious and works well, especially when butter is added.

It tastes fantastic when eaten alongside potato salad. Alternatively, you can choose to serve sweetcorn off the cob, but we think it tastes better fresh on the cob!

Coleslaw

Many people choose not to serve coleslaw alongside potato salad due to how similar they are in many ways. However, we think it’s something worth considering.

Coleslaw may be similar to potato salad, but ultimately, it’s different. It contains different vegetables, and has a more pronounced flavor. This is why they should be tried together.

Pasta

Pasta, or pasta salad is a useful side dish to serve alongside potato salad. The best thing about pasta is that it’s super easy and simple to make. You can decide to serve it plain, or with ingredients of your choice.

This is all down to personal preference. Pasta salad is a particularly good side dish to consider.

Ribs

Ribs are a lovely accompaniment to potato salad, especially when they are seasoned well and covered with a delicious and sticky sauce. Ribs are often served with potato salad at summer barbecues.

If you’re struggling to think of dishes to cook, ribs are always a popular choice to consider.

Salmon

If you’re not as keen on meat proteins, you can choose to serve fish alongside a potato salad instead. While salmon is our preferred choice, you can go with any option you prefer.

Tuna is another popular choice to consider. Fish is a lighter protein to eat, and it’s a fantastic option to consider especially on a warm day or during the summer months.

Boiled Vegetables

If you’re short of time, and you’re unsure of the best side dishes to serve with potato salad, you can always count on boiled vegetables.

While they may not taste as fancy as roasted vegetables, they are easy and quick to prepare.

They’re healthy to serve, and there’s an endless number of different vegetable options to consider.

Boiled vegetables don’t have to be boring, you can make them interesting by changing up the options you serve and adding seasoning to them.

Burgers

Last, but certainly not least, we have burgers. If you’re hosting a barbecue, a burger and potato salad combination is a must.

The flavors compliment each other perfectly, and burgers are easy to prepare and customize.

Whether you choose to serve beef or chicken burgers the choice is entirely yours. You can customize the burgers to your own preferences too, to make the ultimate dish!

Summary

We hope you’ve found this article useful. As you can see, there are so many different types of food that can be eaten alongside potato salad.

The options really are endless, and you can choose the option that is best suited for you and your family.

The great thing about potato salad is how versatile it is. While it doesn’t work so well as a dish on its own, when served with vegetables and proteins in particular it’s a fantastic option.

You cannot go wrong with a potato salad, especially when you get the balance of the ingredients correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potato Salad A Main Dish?

Potato salad can be served as part of a main dish. However, typically it makes up part of the main dish, rather than being the sole part of the dish.

It generally works far better as a side dish given that it only contains a handful of ingredients. Due to its rich and creamy flavor, smaller portions tend to be consumed.

Can You Eat Potato Salad For Dinner?

Yes, you can certainly eat potato salad for dinner. While it’s a dish you wouldn’t want to eat on its own, it works well when it accompanies other parts of a meal.

For example, it works well when served with vegetables and with meats such as beef, pork, and chicken. The flavors all compliment each other well.

Can Pregnant Ladies Eat Potato Salad?

In general, it’s typically considered unsafe to eat potato salad during pregnancy. This is due to the risks that come with the mayonnaise used in the dish. If the egg isn’t pasteurized, this can be dangerous due to potential listeria.

However, if the eggs used are pasteurized, this is typically okay to consume. Even so, care needs to be taken. This is something you will need to study in more detail, and care should always be taken.

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Jess Smith

Hi, my name is Jess Smith, and I love cooking in my spare time. Around three years ago, I decided to give up my day job as a teacher to pursue my passion for food. While I have enjoyed sharing tips and tricks on Social Media, I have decided to expand my horizons through this blog.

Through this blog I hope to help others learn the basics and more intricate details of cooking. I know from personal experience how frustrating it can be to cook a meal, only to realize you are missing one ingredient from your list. This is why I love to write articles chatting readers through some great substitutes that can be used in an emergency.

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