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Home » Side Dishes

27 Veggie Sides for Burgers

Published: Feb 22, 2023 · Modified: Jan 29, 2025 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 1043 words. · About 6 minutes to read this article.

Veggie sides for burgers collage.
Veggie sides for burgers collage.
Veggie sides for burgers collage.

Looking for some new side dishes to serve with your burgers? Today I'm sharing 27 veggie sides for burgers, perfect for adding a little nutrition to your next meal. Whether it's a side salad, roasted vegetables, or a refreshing coleslaw, you'll find a little bit of everything on this list.

A decorative collage of side dishes to serve with burgers.

Burgers and fries are a classic pairing that everyone loves. But what if you're looking to mix things up with a more nutritious side dish? Today I'm sharing my favorite veggie sides to pair with burgers.

You'll find tons of new ideas on this list, including roasted okra, fried zucchini chips, and a lightened up pasta salad that's filled with fresh summer vegetables.

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Veggie toppings for burgers

Don't forget about your burger toppings! It's the perfect place to add a little extra nutrition and flavor to your next burger on the grill.

  • Leaf lettuce
  • Spicy pickled onions
  • Avocado
  • Zucchini pickles
  • Tomato slice
  • Salsa
  • Guacamole
  • Zucchini pesto
  • Shredded cabbage
  • Caramelized onions

Side dishes for burgers

You're sure to find a new favorite on this list - here are the best veggie sides for burgers!

Roasted Zucchini and Broccoli

Roasted zucchini and broccoli is an easy oven roasted vegetable side dish for your next meal. Seasoned fresh vegetables are topped with parmesan cheese, roasted to perfection, and ready in less than 40 minutes.
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A white plate filled with roasted zucchini and broccoli.

Roasted Frozen Cauliflower

By The Toasty Kitchen
This lightly spiced side dish is easy to prepare and a great compliment to a juicy, rich burger. Pop frozen cauliflower into the oven to save prep time and guarantee perfectly cooked and tender veggies for dinner.
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Roasted seasoned cauliflower on a sheet pan.

Grilled Broccolini

By The Toasty Kitchen
If you've already got the grill fired up for burgers, why not throw some veggies on there with them? This lightly seasoned and tender broccolini is great for just such an occasion. Finish it with a squeeze of lemon for a nice pop of fresh flavor.
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Mexican Roasted Vegetables

Mexican roasted vegetables are the perfect side dish for your your next Tex-Mex meal, taco night, or addition to a taco salad. Made with simple ingredients and flavorful spices like chili powder, cumin, and coriander.
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Spatula scooping roasted vegetables from a sheet pan.

Ranch Roasted Potatoes

By The Toasty Kitchen
A great side for burgers, steaks, and chicken. Only three ingredients and a little time in the oven will reward you with this great partner to your favorite protein.
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Roasted potatoes on a white plate.

Cast Iron Skillet Green Beans

By Two Pink Peonies
Cook these easy green beans right on the stove top in your favorite cast iron pan. With a bit of lemon and parmesan cheese, they're a flavorful side to go great with your burgers.
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Green beans in a cast iron skillet.

Greek Fried Zucchini

Greek fried zucchini are crunchy chips made with thin sliced zucchini dipped in batter and fried until crispy. They make an excellent snack or appetizer when served with a creamy dip.
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Close up of Greek fried zucchini on a serving plate.

Oven Roasted Vegetable Skewers with Arugula Pesto

By Kitchen on the Avenue
With oven-roasted flavor and a great dipping sauce, these veggies are sure to pair perfectly with your burgers. You can even prep them in advance to save the hassle on cooking day.
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Skewers of vegetables on a plate with a dipping sauce.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges

By Home-Cooked Roots
If you love french fries but are trying to avoid the deep fryer, try these sweet potato wedges. They're simple to prepare and cook up quickly in the air fryer.
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Elote Dip

By Fantabulosity
Give this dip a try if you're looking for a Mexican themed dish without extreme heat. It has just the right kick.
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Bowl of elote dip with lime wedges.

Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad

Summer vegetable pasta salad is the perfect addition to your next warm weather picnic or barbecue. Tossed in a homemade vinaigrette dressing, this pasta salad is filled with fresh summer produce like zucchini, summer squash, bell pepper, tomatoes, and corn.
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A tossed summer vegetable pasta salad in a glass bowl.

Air Fryer Okra

By Strength and Sunshine
Drop these tasty okra fries into the air fryer for a quick and easy side dish that's low on carbs. There's no oil so they're light and you can season them in a variety of ways to match your entree.
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Baked Green Bean Fries

By Herbs and Flour
These green beans are crunchy on the outside and quick to prepare. Try them out if you're looking for an alternative to the traditional french fry.
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Baked, breaded green beans on a white dish with dipping sauce.

Summer Chopped Veggie Salad

By Maple and Mango
Try this summer salad with your next burger. Fresh veggies, feta cheese, and a simple vinaigrette give this side a Mediterranean flavor that you'll love.
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Chopped veggies in a bowl with large serving spoons.

Easy Salad Kabobs

By Sunglow Kitchen
These simple veggie kabobs are great for presenting traditional salad ingredients in a fun way. The balsamic glaze puts the flavor over the top.
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Skewers of vegetables on a white dish.

Cilantro Lime Roasted Cauliflower

By Nibble and Dine
If you've got 10 minutes to prep and a love of garlic, lime, and cilantro, this side dish is for you. Slide these veggies in the oven and get ready for a treat.
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Grilled and Stuffed Avocado

By In the Kitch
Next time you've got burgers on the grill, slide a few of these avocados on next to them. The light char adds a smokey flavor and warms them through which is a great contrast to the cool pico de gallo that they're filled with.
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Halved, grilled, and stuffed avocados on a cutting board.

Romaine Lettuce Avocado Salad

By My Plantiful Cooking
Try this versatile side salad for your next burger night. Its fresh flavor and light dressing make it the perfect partner for a juicy cheeseburger.
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A bowl of salad with a serving fork.

Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

By The Cooking Duo
Lightly seasoned asparagus is wrapped in bacon and baked in the oven. This seemingly fancy side dish is deceptively easy to make. Try it to today to impress your guests.
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Smashed Cucumber Salad

By Wholesome Yum
This is a popular Asian style salad. Smashing the cucumber creates an interesting texture and allows the flavorful dressing to seep in.
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Bowl of cucumber and sesame seeds.

Simple Garden Salad

By Garlic, Salt, and Lime
This is a simple tossed salad. It's quick. It's classic. It's nutritious! Pair with your favorite dressing and mix-ins and you're done.
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A wooden bowl of tossed salad.

Baked Zucchini Sticks

Baked zucchini sticks are an easy appetizer recipe made with a handful of simple ingredients. Thin zucchini sticks are breaded with toasted panko, parmesan, and ranch seasoning, then baked in the oven until crispy.
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A square white plate filled with baked zucchini sticks and a teal bowl of ranch dressing.

Roasted Root Vegetables

By Savor the Best
It doesn't get any easier than roasting veggies on a sheet pan. Bring out the natural sweetness of your root vegetables by slightly caramelizing them in the oven. You can even slide a protein in next to them for a complete meal.
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A bowl of roasted vegetables.

Tropical Mango Coleslaw

By Through the Fibro Fog
If you're looking for something fun and fruity to change it up, check out this coleslaw. It uses a lighter oil-based dressing rather than mayo so it's a bit less caloric, too.
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Sweet Potato Beet Salad with Feta

By Sunglow Kitchen
This unique salad offers an interesting mix of flavors and colors to add to your next burger night. You'll surprise everyone with the layers of flavor in this one dish.
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Garlic Truffle Fries

By The Daily Dish
These baked fries are caramelized and delicious. Garlic, salt, and truffle oil add so much flavor you'll never make another fry again.
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A baking dish full of baked potato fries.

Summer Tortellini Salad

Summer tortellini salad is an easy pasta salad recipe made with tortellini, fresh summer produce, and a simple homemade vinaigrette dressing. This pasta salad is the perfect side dish for your next summer picnic!
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Tossed tortellini pasta salad in a bowl with tomatoes, zucchini, and feta cheese.

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