If you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, look no further than homemade Swedish Meatballs! You aren’t limited to mashed potatoes and egg noodles as a side dish. Read on for 17 great ideas for what to eat with Swedish meatballs.
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I’m a huge fan of Swedish meatballs, and who can blame me? Living in the Midwest, we love comfort food, and nothing creates comfort more than a big pot of Swedish meatballs served with buttered egg noodles, creamy mashed potatoes, or rice.
Some of the things I love the most about these flavorful meatballs are that they are kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and quick and easy to make.
But what other side dishes would a family enjoy with this style of meatball?
How to make Swedish Meatballs
This link for Swedish Meatballs will take you to one of my all-time favorite family dinners. They are simple to make and full of flavor!
What do you eat Swedish meatballs with
Mashed Potatoes – The creamy gravy on Swedish Meatballs is perfect with potatoes!
Egg Noodles – Spaghetti isn’t a bad idea either.
Rice
Green veggies – I love to serve green peas with Swedish meatballs.
Roasted Vegetables – Skip the starch and serve the meatballs with a combination of roasted vegetables.
Lingonberry jam – It’s served much like cranberry relishes with savory dishes.
Salad – A fresh, leafy green salad tastes excellent with meatballs.
17 – Side dish suggestions for what to serve with Swedish meatballs
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Asparagus Orzo
Asparagus Orzo is the perfect spring side dish that checks all the flavor boxes. Tender orzo and asparagus come together in a creamy lemon sauce that pairs perfectly with seafood, beef and chicken. It's also the perfect main dish to serve to vegetarian friends and family.
Stuffed garlic bread is a savory side dish where a loaf of bread is sliced, filled with a mixture of garlic, butter, herbs, and mozzarella cheese, then baked until golden and crispy.
Celeriac Puree (Mashed Celery Root) Side Dish Recipe
Silky smooth celeriac puree (from Peel and Zeal) is made with lots of butter and the perfect amount of fresh garlic. An elegant upgrade from mashed potatoes. Serve with duck, seafood, pork, and more.
Roasted Cabbage with Bacon is a low-carb side dish that is perfect with beef, chicken or even your favorite meatloaf. These cabbage "steaks" are so full of flavor you won't miss the potatoes!
This crispy fried potatoes and onions recipe is a tasty, healthy potato side dish that works for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner! It’s super easy to
Enjoy this salad at your next cookout, potluck or holiday dinner! You'll love the crunch of the vegetables, the sweetness of the grapes and the saltiness from the bacon.
Take this delicious Caesar Pasta Salad to the next potluck dinner and it will be the talk of the event. Add juicy chicken off the grill, flank steak or shrimp and create a fabulous main dish.
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Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Butter Sauce
Tender asparagus become even more irresistible with a drizzle of rich bright deliciousness in this Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Butter Sauce.
Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls Recipe (with video!) – Sweetly Splendid
Even if you’re not an experienced baker, you can make soft, buttery dinner rolls in only an hour. This recipe for easy yeast rolls for beginners won’t leave you feeling intimated or worried. The easy to follow steps will give you light and fluffy yeast rolls every time.
What makes Swedish meatballs different? The big difference is the type of spices used. Swedish meatballs call for allspice and nutmeg, while Italian meatballs call for Italian seasoning, basil, and oregano.
What is the sauce for Swedish meatballs made from
The sauce consists of half and half, butter, beef broth, and spices, including onion powder, black pepper, and salt. With just a few simple ingredients, a velvety sauce is created.
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I’ve tried 3 recipes from this list but my favorite is the Loaded Baked Potatoes. It is so fluffy on the inside and so crispy on the outside just the way I wanted. Yummy! Trying Asparagus Orzo for my family next time.
I’ve tried 3 recipes from this list but my favorite is the Loaded Baked Potatoes. It is so fluffy on the inside and so crispy on the outside just the way I wanted. Yummy! Trying Asparagus Orzo for my family next time.
I do love those potatoes too. Your comment means the world! Thanks!
Love these ideas!!