What to Serve with Stuffed Peppers (20+ Easy Recipe Ideas)

Wondering What to Serve with Stuffed Peppers? Get inspired with this list of 20+ easy recipes and side dishes that pair with Stuffed Peppers.

Casserole dish full of couscous stuffed peppers.

I'm a huge fan of Stuffed Peppers in all different variations from these Meatless Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers, to Taco Stuffed Peppers, Mini Sweet Peppers stuffed with Cream Cheese wrapped in Bacon, and Stuffed Pepper Skillet.

You simply can't go wrong with all the flavor combos, but what about when it comes to side dishes? From soups to vegetables and breads, here is a list of my favorite side dishes to serve with Stuffed Bell Peppers.

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Side Dishes to Serve with Stuffed Peppers:
1. Garlic Bread
2. Cucumber Salad
3. Corn Dip
4. Caprese Burrata
5. Soup
6. Salads
7. Charcuterie Skewers
8. Vegetarian Nachos
9. Squash
10. More Vegetables
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Side Dishes to Serve with Stuffed Peppers:

1. Garlic Bread

Air fryer garlic toast on wooden serving platter.

This Garlic Bread in the Air Fryer is so delicious and comes together in minutes. It's an easy and decadent pairing with stuffed peppers. Other favorites in the bread category include this Cornbread without Buttermilk and Bacon Cheese Turnovers.

2. Cucumber Salad

mediterranean cucumber tomato salad in a white bowl with large spoon.

This Mediterranean Cucumber Salad is filled with Greek flavors and veggies with a light vinaigrette dressing. I love this ones for it's simplicity and there's no cooking required. If you're big on spicy, check out this Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad with sriracha sauce.

3. Corn Dip

hand taking scoop out of corn dip with chip

If you're thinking about making Taco Stuffed Peppers or Bacon Wrapped Sweet Peppers, corn is a great side dish, like this Elote Corn Dip. It tastes just like Mexican Street Corn, but is an easier way to eat. Serve plain or with tortilla chips.

Another yummy corn side dish is this Blackened Charred Corn, which has a bit of spice. It's super easy to make and cooked all in one skillet.

4. Caprese Burrata

For a simple garden inspired recipe that whips together in minutes, try this Caprese Burrata Salad. It combines milky burrata with fresh tomatoes, basil and balsamic glaze.

5. Soup

If it's Fall or Winter, why not start the night off with a hot bowl of soup? This Ground Chicken Meatball Soup goes fabulous with classic stuffed peppers. Also, try this Turkey Lentil Soup and Chicken Minestrone.

6. Salads

Mediterranean Chopped Salad topped with tomato and feta in bowl.

This Mediterranean Chopped Salad is a personal favorite with a Greek Vinaigrette dressing and it's made all in one bowl. For more must try salad recipes, check out this Peach Burrata Salad, Arugula and Spinach Salad, and Kale Pomegranate Salad.

7. Charcuterie Skewers

Charcuterie sticks on platter with balsamic glaze.

These Charcuterie Skewers are a super simple appetizer to serve with Stuffed Peppers. I always make them for the Holidays, but they're perfect all year long, with salami, prosciutto, artichoke, mozzarella, olives and roasted red peppers.

Another appetizer to try is this Burrata Bruschetta, which is one of my most requested appetizers to bring to parties.

8. Vegetarian Nachos

finished veggie nachos loaded with toppings on a cookie sheet with an avocado and lime on the side

I could eat these Loaded Veggie Nachos every day of the week. Tortilla chips are topped with tons of gooey cheese, onion, jalapeño, olives and more.

9. Squash

Delicata squash half moon slices in white bowl.

Squash is always delicious in the Fall and Winter seasons, and this Delicata Squash Recipe is one of my favorites. You don't have to peel it, because the skin is so thin and it cooks up in the skillet with a buttery sage sauce.

If you love Squash recipes, check out this post on how to sauté butternut squash, Butternut Squash and Red Pepper Soup and Air Fryer Butternut Squash.

10. More Vegetables

brown sugar honey glazed carrots in stoneware bowl topped with parsley with yellow tulips in background

These Honey Glazed Carrots are a great vegetable side dish, with minimal prep work, and they roast in the oven until tender and golden. For more Vegetable side dish recipes, try these Crack Green Beans and Caramelized Brussels Sprouts.

Expert Tips:

Choose something light to serve with Stuffed Peppers as the dish itself is pretty filling.
Stuffed Peppers need to bake in the oven, which gives you some time to prep a salad or simple side dish.

Stuffed Peppers Recipes:

Don't forget to check out my recipes for Stuffed Peppers. They are all absolutely delicious!

Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers: Great for Meatless Monday and can be made completely vegetarian by using Vegetable Stock instead of Chicken Stock.

Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers: A Summer weeknight favorite, stuffed with ground beef simmered in enchilada sauce, then topped with cheese. Everyone can add their own taco toppings, which is always a big hit in our house.

Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers: It's a mouthful, but so easy to make, with just 3 ingredients. These are a must have for Football parties or any game day and they bake in the oven until tender with crisp, salty bacon.

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