Grilled hamburgers are one of the best cookout foods – they’re easy to make, are pretty much universally liked, and go with so many different foods. But what exactly should you make to eat them with? From coleslaw to corn on the cob, check out this list of over 25 options for what to serve with burgers, broken down by type.
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Does your family love burgers as much as mine does?
My kids request burgers on a weekly basis.
Between a simple paleo burger, a gluten free burger (made extra delicious with mushrooms and onions mixed into the patty), and a curry burger, they’ll eat just about any kind. Even ground chicken burgers and sweet potato sliders!
And while my family loves tots and fries as much as the next person, sometimes you want a little something extra for a hamburger side.
This post lists over 25 of the best sides for hamburgers that are sure to please any palate. They’re broken down into the following categories to make the recipes easier to find:
Hamburger sides by category
Click the category names above to get to each type of side, or scroll through to see which ones sound best to you!
Every recipe listed is gluten free, and there are some that are healthy sides for burgers as well as some indulgences – pick whichever is right for you.
Now onto the hamburger side dishes!
Potatoes
Of course, the classic pairing with burgers is french fries. Or even a slight twist on it with sweet potato fries or tater tots. But what about when you want something different? That’s when you check out these other potato options.
25-Minutes Grilled Potato Slices
Red Skin Potato Salad with Bacon
Instant Pot Gluten Free Potato Salad
Coleslaws
Just like hamburgers, coleslaws are a staple at cookouts. These recipes give you some options depending on if you want a creamy version, something packed with veggies, or a sweet and tangy slaw!
Purple Cabbage Slaw with Orange Vinaigrette
Healthy Apple & Broccoli Slaw (Paleo, Whole30)
Pineapple Coleslaw
Kohlrabi, Kale, & Carrot Coleslaw
Salads
No boring side salad here! These salads turn your typical green salad on its head. There are options for ones with fruit, ones with starch, and of course some veggies too. You can even turn your burger into a salad!
10-Minute Sweet Blueberry Spinach Salad
Corn Tomato Avocado Salad
Spring Green Salad
Light & Fresh Watermelon Basil Salad
Greek Rice Salad (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
Deconstructed Burger Bowl
Vegetables
Keep the grill going with these grilled veggie options! All are quick side dishes that will grill up in no time next to your burgers. Some can even be piled on top of your burger if you want some extra flavor added!
Grilled Zucchini (Whole30, Paleo, GF)
Grilled Bell Peppers (Whole30, Paleo, GF)
20 Minute Grilled Corn on the Cob (No Husk)
Easy Grilled Asparagus Recipe (GF, Paleo, Whole30)
Perfectly Grilled Onions
Fruit
Whether you’re at a big cookout or just grilling up some burgers for your family, fruit is an easy and kid-friendly side. Make a big fruit salad or fire some fruit up on the grill for something different.
Fruit Salad for a Crowd
Juicy Grilled Pineapple (No Added Sugar!)
Grilled Peaches (Whole30, Paleo, GF)
Sauces & Spreads
To jazz up any plain burger, try a sauce or spread! Any of these three options are great, and you can also use them as a dipping sauce for your fries or tots.
4-Ingredient Easy Burger Sauce
2-Minute Curry Mayo
Simple Whole30 Guacamole
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