17 Delicious Side Dishes to Eat with a Burger
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When you're looking for an easy dinner that the whole family will love, the answer is simple: make it burger night! Whether you're flipping them on the grill for a summer cookout or making them indoors on your handy dandy griddle, there are so many ways to love burger recipes for dinner. There are classic cheeseburgers, flavorful Hawaiian burgers, and fast food-inspired double patty burgers that are a Drummond family favorite. Heck, there are even burger alternatives like turkey and chicken burgers. But you can't just serve burgers on their own! Or can you? No, you'll definitely need some side dishes for burgers to complete the meal.
Of course, the first thing that might come to mind are French fries. After all, burgers and fries are a classic combo. But there are so many other side dishes you can serve up, too! Here, you'll find crispy, crunchy onion rings, corn salad, spiced-up potato chips, and homemade coleslaw. Then again, we couldn't resist adding in a few fun variations on French fry recipes. Check out the flavor-packed lemon-pepper shoestring fries or the parmesan steak fries that are made in an air fryer. You can also take a cue from Alex Drummond and her hubby Mauricio, who like to whip up sweet potato fries for their take on burger night. "They're healthy and easy," Alex says. So, go ahead and form those patties, but don't forget about the sides!
Loaded Baked Potato Salad
Take potato salad to the next level with this recipe that mimics a loaded baked potato. It even has the cheese, sour cream, and crispy bacon.
Get the Loaded Baked Potato Salad recipe.
Onion Rings
Just like at your favorite restaurant, these onion rings have a satisfying crunch. They're easy to make at home with a long soak in buttermilk and an easy flour dredge.
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Corn Salad
This summer salad is anything but boring! The charred corn is paired with avocado, queso fresco, jalapeño, and a tangy and smoky chipotle-lime dressing.
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Coleslaw
You can't go wrong with a classic coleslaw. The simple dish is crunchy and fresh with a creamy dressing that's ready in just 10 minutes.
Get the Coleslaw recipe.
Air Fryer French Fries
Keep burger night simple with French fries that are so easy to make. The air fryer gets them nice and crispy without having to heat up a pot of oil. Just don't forget the ketchup.
Get the Air Fryer French Fries recipe.
Caprese Pasta Salad
A summer cookout with burgers and the "works" should definitely include this seasonal pasta salad. The juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil are the stars of the show.
Get the Caprese Pasta Salad recipe.
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Corn on the cob is one of the most versatile sides around. You can keep them simple with a sprinkle of salt or spice things up with a garlic-chive butter. Either way, you'll want to know how to grill your corn for that perfect char.
Get the Grilled Corn on the Cob recipe.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
They're healthy, they're crispy, and they're so easy to make. These fries have the perfect balance of sweet and savory thanks to the ground cumin and cayenne pepper seasoning.
Get the Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries recipe.
Cucumber Salad
Looking for something light to pair with a decadent cheeseburger? This cucumber salad is a refreshing way to balance out the meal. You can also make it up to a day in advance.
Get the Cucumber Salad recipe.
Lemon-Pepper Shoestring Fries
The key to making these French fries stand out from the crowd is a homemade lemon-pepper seasoning. It adds a zippy kick to just about anything.
Get Ree's Lemon-Pepper Shoestring Fries recipe.
Greek Salad
You can feel good about serving this crunchy, fresh salad. And if you want to make the dinner even healthier, just skip the bun and serve the burger right on top of the bowl of greens.
Get the Greek Salad recipe.
Spiced-Up Potato Chips
Sure, you can grab a bag of potato chips to serve as a quick and easy side, but why not take things one step further by doctoring up those chips with an easy spice mix. Ree's version includes garlic salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
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Red Potato Salad
If you're a fan of creamy potato salads, this will become your new favorite side dish. The crunchy celery, fresh dill, and bacon make it a go-to for any backyard barbecue.
Get the Red Potato Salad recipe.
Fried Zucchini
No, those aren't French fries you see: They're zucchini sticks that are crunchy and fried. It's a great way to use up that summer produce.
Get the Fried Zucchini recipe.
Crash Hot Potatoes
Looking for a crispy potato recipe other than French fries? Try Ree's take on smashed potatoes that are an all-time favorite. They have that "flavorful, crispy surface area" that anyone would love.
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Spring Pea Pasta Salad
Add a pop of color to any burger night feast with this pesto-loaded pasta salad that's perfect for spring or even summer. The bits of prosciutto, peas, and mozzarella are sure to be a hit.
Get Ree's Spring Pea Pasta Salad recipe.
Air Fryer Parmesan Steak Fries
Don't be fooled by the name—these fries are just as delicious alongside burgers as they are a good side for steak. The cheesy parmesan coating and Italian seasoning will have you going back for more.
Get Ree's Air Fryer Parmesan Steak Fries recipe.
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