13 Grilled Cheese Side Dishes
Grilled cheese sandwiches are often a meal on their own but there are a few side dishes that are perfect served alongside a melty, cheesy sandwich. From the classic tomato soup to crispy fries, these are our favorite side dishes to serve with grilled cheese sandwiches.
Easy Tomato Soup
Easy roasted tomato soup served with a simple, extra-cheesy grilled cheese sandwich is comfort food personified. Served with a swirl of cream and fresh basil, it’s your childhood favorite all grown up.
Oven Baked French Fries
Crispy oven baked fries are so easy and delicious served with creamy fry sauce. The perfect side dish or gluten-free snack.
Homemade Air Fryer Tater Tots
These homemade air fryer tater tots are a lighter version of a family favorite. Golden brown, crisp and absolutely delicious.
Creamy Macaroni Salad
Macaroni salad is the perfect side dish for casual summer eating. This easy creamy curried macaroni salad recipe is a twist on an old classic.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
These easy air fryer zucchini fries are crispy and golden on the outside and make the best appetizer or snack served with aioli for dipping.
Marinara Sauce
Aromatic and totally delicious, this homemade marinara sauce flavored with garlic and basil is a classic sauce recipe that can be used in so many ways!
Jalapeño Slaw
Crunchy, creamy and a little spicy, this jalapeño slaw recipe is perfect to serve alongside grilled cheese sandwiches.
Baked Potato Wedges
Potato wedges are a classic side dish and this baked spicy garlic version is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
Creamy Broccoli Soup
If you love tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich, you HAVE to try this creamy broccoli soup recipe served with garlic bread grilled cheese. The soup is light and delicious and the grilled cheese flavored with garlic and oregano is just the cherry on top.
Fruit Salad
Fruit salad is a delicious light side dish for something rich like a grilled cheese.
Homemade Caesar Salad
Easy, delicious Caesar salad with garlic bread croutons and homemade Caesar dressing is the perfect easy lunch or side dish.
Arugula Salad
This refreshing, zesty arugula salad recipe with lemon Parmesan dressing is the easiest side dish you can make. It is a great, healthy side and can be made in less than 5 minutes.
Air Fryer French Fries
Homemade air fryer French fries are crispy and golden and ready in 30 minutes. The perfect side dish for everything from burgers and sandwiches to chicken and fish.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
These air fryer sweet potato wedges are my go-to when I want an easy side dish or snack. Sweet and creamy insides with crisp edges? Yes please!
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