wonder What to serve with Carne Asada? We’ve covered this extensive Carne Asada side dish list! It will come in handy during Cinco de Mayo time!
Here are 15 delicious side dishes that will complement any carne asada recipe perfectly and make your fiesta unforgettable.
Carne Asada Recipes
All of our 5-star rated San Diego-style carne asada recipes that use our popular carne asada seasoning pair well with any of the carne asada side dish ideas below.
Rice is a classic accompaniment to any Mexican plate. These rice recipes are flavorful and easy to prepare while grilling the carne asada meat.
Mexican rice
A staple of Mexican cuisine, arroz rojo is flavorful, easy to make, and loaded with classic Mexican ingredients: tomatoes, onions, and garlic.
Cilantro Lime Rice
This cilantro lime recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a rice cooker in just 35 minutes. Only minimal ingredients are required to make it.
Arroz Verde – Mexican Green Rice – Spinach Rice Pilaf
This fluffy rice pilaf goes perfectly with Carne Asada. Packed with fresh spinach, it makes a healthy side dish that’s vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free.
Bean Recipes
Along with rice, bean recipes are the number one choice when preparing Mexican food.
Refreshed bean dip
Creamy chilled bean dips are a great side to any carne asada dish! This recipe is packed with creamy beans, flavorful toppings, and tons of taco flavor
Instant Pot Refried Beans
Cut down on the preparation of creamy bean puree by using the Instant Pot. This is a no-soak bean curd recipe!
Frijoles Charra
Prepare a batch of frijoles charra, aka charro beans, a flavorful broth-based Mexican bean recipe loaded with creamy pinto beans, bacon, tomatoes, peppers and spices.
chips and dip
Everyone has room for some chips and a bath in their life. Here are our favorite homemade chips and dip options!
Tortilla chips from the air fryer
Once you’ve made homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer, you won’t want to cook them any other way. The air fryer leaves extra crispy fries prepared with just 3 ingredients and 10 minutes!
4 ingredient guacamole recipe
4 ingredient guacamole. Once you’ve made guacamole with these 4 ingredients, you’ll never make it any other way.
Smoked salsa
Take your salsa game to the next level by smoking the veggies before blending. The infusion of smoke aroma will impress your guests.
soup recipes
Soups are always a great side dish! They’re light enough not to fill you up, but charged enough to help you get full!
Caldo de Queso
Soup is always a great side dish! This soup is loaded with potatoes, salty queso fresco, and healthy veggies.
Sopa de Fideo (Mexican noodle soup)
Sopa De Fideo is a light and flavorful Mexican chicken noodle soup. It’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner paired with a fresh garden salad and crusty bread.
salad recipes
Looking for a lighter option to accompany Carne Asada? Here are a few of our favorite salad recipes.
Elote Corn Salad (Mexican Roasted Corn)
Inspired by Mexican roasted corn, this Elote Corn Salad has a bright and creamy flavor that’s always a crowd pleaser. Can be served chilled or at room temperature.
Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad
This Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad is sweet with a little bit of spice! Freshly squeezed lime juice, chili powder, and sea salt flavor juicy mango and creamy avocado in a healthy salad.
Mexican Chopped Salad with Chipotle Dressing
This fresh and flavorful Mexican Chopped Salad is paired with a chipotle dressing for a super tasty and filling dish
Other
A few of our favorites that we can’t stop making and eating!
Simple Mexican deviled eggs
These Mexican Deviled Eggs are quick and easy to make with just a few ingredients. Everyone will love these Spicy Deviled Eggs!
With these delicious carne asada side dishes, you no longer have to ask yourself “What to serve with carne asada?”. They have the perfect side dishes to create a delicious feast.
Whether you’re hosting a cookout, family reunion, or just enjoying a meal at home, these tasty side dishes are sure to impress
For even more inspiration, check out all of our Mexican recipes.
