Need easy ideas for what to serve with Sloppy Joes? Serve the sandwiches hot and fresh with one of these tasty side dishes to complete your meal or potluck.
What to Serve with Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes are an easy-to-make American comfort food made with simple ingredients. And if you’re wondering what to serve with Sloppy Joes – get ready to whip up one of these delicious sides.
- 1. Homemade Coleslaw
- 2. Carrot Fries
- 3. Zucchini and Squash
- 4. Vinegar Coleslaw
- 5. English Pea Salad
- 6. Corn on the Cob
- 7. Mashed Cauliflower
- 8. Roasted Zucchini
- 9. Southern Potato Salad
- 10. Roasted Potatoes
- 11. Sweet Potato Fries
- 12. Sesame Fries
- 13. Red Potatoes
- 14. Potato Chips
- 15. Home Fries
- 16. Sweet Potato Shoestring Fries
- 17. Deviled Eggs
- 18. Baked Beans with Hamburger
- 19. Fruit Salad
- 20. Pasta Salad
- 21. Egg Salad
- 22. Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
- 23. Pressgurka
- 24. Vegetable Chopped Salad
- 25. Cucumber Carrot Salad
- 26. Mac and Cheese
- 27. Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower
Vegetable Side Dishes
1. Homemade Coleslaw
Our homemade coleslaw incorporates cabbage, carrots, mint, cilantro, scallions, and an umami-rich dressing for coleslaw you’ll want to serve with everything!
2. Carrot Fries
Make tasty carrot fries in the oven or air fryer for an easy, delicious side dish! And there are many seasoning options to turn the simple vegetable into a crave-worthy side. Try our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe!
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3. Zucchini and Squash
You will love easy air fryer zucchini and squash! By preparing summer squash in the air fryer, they come out perfectly roasted—tender and lightly golden. These healthy veggies are a great addition to summer meals, and they’re ready in 15 minutes!
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4. Vinegar Coleslaw
Tangy, sweet, and crunchy – homemade Carolina vinegar coleslaw is a perfect side dish for savory main entrees like sloppy Joes.
5. English Pea Salad
Old-fashioned English pea salad is simple and easy to make. With fresh peas, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this colorful salad may become your new favorite side.
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6. Corn on the Cob
Few things are as satisfying as a buttery corn on the cob, and learning how to make it is easy. Follow these easy steps for how to cook corn on the cob on the stovetop, grill, microwave, and oven.
7. Mashed Cauliflower
Mashed cauliflower and sloppy Joe sandwiches are a match made in heaven! The creamy cauliflower is an excellent way to balance the messy-goodness of Sloppy Joe’s.
8. Roasted Zucchini
Roasted zucchini is ready to eat in 20 minutes, about the same time it takes to prepare the filling for a Sloppy Joe; it sounds like a perfect side dish if you’re asking me.
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Potato Side Dishes
9. Southern Potato Salad
Old-fashioned Southern potato features fork-tender potatoes dressed in a creamy, seasoned sauce.
If you prefer a lighter side dish, try this healthy potato salad recipe with full-fat yogurt.
10. Roasted Potatoes
Make perfectly seasoned and irresistibly crispy roasted potatoes in the oven. These versatile potatoes go with anything from beef ribs and grilled tandoori chicken to Sloppy Joes.
11. Sweet Potato Fries
Cooking frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer is one way to make crispy restaurant-quality french fries at home. Sweet potato fries cook in 12 minutes, so they’re perfect for a quick and easy entree like Sloppy Joes.
12. Sesame Fries
For a perfect golden brown, generously sprinkle oven-baked sesame fries with toasted sesame seeds before baking.
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13. Red Potatoes
14. Potato Chips
Homemade potato chips are easy to make at home, and since chips are a classic pairing for Sloppy Joe’s, this side dish is a good way to impress your guests.
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15. Home Fries
16. Sweet Potato Shoestring Fries
Transform plain sweet potatoes into a tasty snack or side dish everyone will enjoy.
And don’t forget the dipping sauces like, ancho aioli, ranch dressing, sos czosnkowy, and bbq aioli.
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If you enjoy Sloppy Joes, try one of these quick dinner ideas!
Classic Sides for Sloppy Joes
17. Deviled Eggs
Enjoy a vinegar-free version of the classic appetizer. These deviled eggs without vinegar are a perfect savory side dish for gatherings and get-togethers like holidays, birthdays, barbecues, or picnics.
18. Baked Beans with Hamburger
19. Fruit Salad
Fruit salad tossed in a sweet citrus dressing is a light and delicious side dish that complements the savoriness of the sandwiches.
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20. Pasta Salad
Enjoy gluten-free pasta salad brimming with plenty of fresh greens flavored with homemade pistachio pesto. The mouth-watering salad is a perfect side dish for any meal, including piping hot Sloppy Joes.
21. Egg Salad
Combine perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, pickles, and simple seasoning to make a creamy egg salad with pickles.
Salad Side Dishes
22. Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
Complete with fresh herbs, juicy tomato, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado, this salad is an easy, light side dish.
23. Pressgurka
Are you still deciding what to serve with Sloppy Joes? Pressgurka is a quick pickled salad that is the perfect combination of sweet and sour.
Pair the cucumbers with savory dishes like meatballs, lamb roast, and Sloppy Joe sandwiches.
24. Vegetable Chopped Salad
Eating vegetables is effortless with vegetable chopped salad. Finely cut cabbage, kale, carrots, and radishes are the base for the salad recipe you can serve with any dressing.
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25. Cucumber Carrot Salad
Refreshing cucumber and carrot salad cuts through the richness of Sloppy Joes.
More Side Dishes for Sloppy Joes
26. Mac and Cheese
Who doesn’t love a pot filled to the brim with creamy mac and cheese? It’s the ultimate comfort food! And if you’re looking for the creamiest, cheesiest side dish, this one-pot Dutch oven mac and cheese is the way to go.
27. Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower
Add nutty flavor to your plate with turmeric roasted cauliflower. It is an easy, flavorful, and fuss-free side dish.
Even More Side Dish Ideas for Sloppy Joe’s:
- Onion Rings
- Mac Salad
- Waffle Fries
- Corn Casserole
- Mashed Potatoes
- Tater Tots
- Fried Green Tomatoes
- Baked Potatoes
What is the Best Way to Serve Sloppy Joes?
Once the Sloppy Joe filling is piping hot, spoon the beef mixture onto a sesame seed bun, buttery Texas toast, or soft Hawaiian rolls (like the ones I use to make brisket sliders). Then, finish your sandwich with delicious toppings.
Upgrade boring Sloppy Joes by piling them high with pickle slices, tangy coleslaw, pickled yellow onion, crispy bacon, thick tomato slices, fried egg, cheese slices, and BBQ sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I serve with sandwiches besides chips?
If you’re still trying to figure out what to serve with Sloppy Joes, there are plenty of options! While classic sides like potato chips or french fries are a good choice, don’t limit yourself.
• Seasonal fruit such as berries, melon, oranges, grapes, pineapple, or apple slices are a great option.
• Tangy dill pickles or pickled onions like sumac onions provide a nice crunch.
• Pair the sandwich with piping hot soup such as chicken noodles, carrot pumpkin, tomato, or potato soup.
• Slice colorful vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Serve them with a side of hummus or beetroot dip.
What’s the difference between a Sloppy Joe and a sloppy Jane?
A Sloppy Jane is a Sloppy Joe made with ground turkey instead of ground beef for a lighter option.
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