25 Side Dishes for Shrimp

Are you looking for a delicious side dish to serve with the shrimp recipe that you are planning to make for dinner. We love making shrimp because it’s a versatile and flavorful seafood option that is not only delicious but also super quick and easy to make  — hello busy weeknights! So if you are wondering “what to serve with shrimp”, then you are in the right place. We are sharing over 25 of the most popular and best side dishes for shrimp including everything from veggie sides, creamy pastas, starchy sides like rice and potatoes, fresh salads, and so much more.

Best Side Dishes for Shrimp

Summer Corn Salad

Take fresh-off-the-grill corn on the cob and turn it into a light, flavourful summer corn salad, topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese.

Coconut Rice

Easy coconut rice is light, fluffy, delicious, and flavorful. It’s a quick and easy side dish that compliments all Thai, South Asian, and tropical dishes.

Lemon Parmesan Asparagus

Lemon parmesan asparagus is a delicious way to serve a classic spring vegetable. This side dish is quick and easy to make in less than 20 minutes.

Buddha Bowl

This vegan Buddha Bowl is the perfect hybrid of a salad and grain bowl that is packed with nutritious ingredients like grains, vegetables, and protein.

Pesto Penne Pasta

Quick and easy pesto penne pasta is a simple and light Italian pasta dish made with just five ingredients in under 15 minutes. The easiest dinner.

Classic Coleslaw

Fresh, crisp, classic coleslaw salad is a must-have recipe for a summer barbecue or picnic, or as an easy make-ahead lunch. Make it in less than 10 minutes.

Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Mexican street corn (elote) is a delicious corn on the cob loaded with a cheesy sauce elevated with cilantro and lime. Creamy, cheesy, spicy, and flavorful.

Vegetarian Paella

Vegetarian Paella is a delicious flavorful classic Spanish rice dish that is hearty and filling — perfectly cooked rice with saffron and vegetables.

Greek Lemon Roasted Baby Potatoes

Quick and easy Greek lemon roasted baby potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender inside, packed with a Greek flavour blend of lemon, garlic and herbs.

Quinoa

Making perfect fluffy quinoa at home is quick and a lot easier than you think! Learn how to cook quinoa perfectly every time using our simple recipe.

Caprese Frittata

Caprese Frittata is light and fluffy, laced with fresh basil and topped with melted mozzarella cheese and blistered balsamic tomatoes. Ready in 10 minutes!

Baked Gnocchi – recipe coming soon

Creamed Spinach

Creamed spinach is a rich, creamy, and delicious side dish to make this fall. Easy to make ahead and reheats well — perfect for Thanksgiving holiday dinner.

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Mediterranean Couscous Salad is healthy, flavorful, and easy to make. It’s packed with classic ingredients including couscous, fresh veggies, and feta.

Broccoli Rice

Broccoli Rice is the perfect side dish: creamy, cheesy, healthy, and filling. Plus, it’s quick and easy and all made in one pot in just over 30 minutes.

Oven Roasted Vegetables

Oven Roasted Vegetables are a delicious flavorful side dish that goes well with almost any dinner main. Customize it with whatever veggies you have on hand.

Lemon Butter Pasta

Lemon butter pasta is quick and easy to make, light yet filling, and loaded with flavor. A delicious twist on classic buttered noodles ready in 15 minutes.

Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad

Simple tomato cucumber avocado salad with a delicious lemon vinaigrette is a light and refreshing salad that comes together in literally 5 minutes.

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto is a rich creamy one pot rice dish made with simple ingredients that deliver bold flavors. Making homemade risotto from scratch is easy!

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli is a quick easy side dish made with tender, crispy broccoli tossed in a flavorful 5-ingredient glaze and is ready in 25 minutes.

Rosemary Cornbread

Sweet and savoury, buttery rosemary cornbread is soft and moist with golden crispy edges, flavourful and delicious, and so easy to make this holiday season.

Cilantro Lime Rice

Cilantro lime rice is a fresh, bright and vibrant side dish that will add extra flavour to any meal you serve it with. It’s a quick, easy, one pot recipe.

Mango Salsa

Fresh mango salsa is sweet, tangy, and delicious. It’s a quick and easy recipe that you can whip up with just 6 ingredients and in under 10 minutes.

Baked Sweet Potato

Baked Sweet Potato takes almost no effort to make (in the oven or grill) and always taste amazing. They’re soft and tender, naturally sweet, and delicious!

Potato Onion Pierogi

Potato Onion Pierogi is a flavorful delicious dumpling recipe made from scratch with simple ingredients, filled potatoes, caramelized onions, and cheese.

Chickpea Greek Salad

Chickpea Greek salad is a fresh, healthy, vibrant, and colorful salad, packed with traditional Mediterranean ingredients, superfoods, and nutrients.

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Cheesy Garlic Bread is toasty and crispy on the outside, tender and soft inside with a garlic butter and melty cheese on top. Make in under 20 minutes!

Our Favorite Shrimp Recipes

Need some extra inspo on shrimp dishes to make for dinner. Here are some of our favorites!

For more, see our 30 Best Shrimp Recipes.

How to Make Ahead and Store Side Dishes

You can make many of these shrimp side dish recipes ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer for up to 3 months. Otherwise, you can prepare the ingredients and store in the refrigerator until ready to assemble and/or cook. Check the individual recipes for full make ahead and storing instructions. 

To reheat, place any leftovers in the air fryer or the oven at 300F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through, or on the stovetop over medium-low heat (depending on the recipe). If heating from frozen, let it thaw first and then reheat.

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