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What To Serve With Baked Spaghetti
September 26, 2023
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Trying to figure out what goes with Baked Spaghetti? This list is packed with easy sides—like salads, garlic bread, and roasted veggies—that turn pasta night into a full-on dinner everyone will love.
If you’re looking for a more healthy version of this delicious meal, you should try my Skinny Baked Spaghetti Recipe! This is a higher protein, lower fat version of this spaghetti meal that still tastes amazing and will fill that pasta craving while keeping your eating habits on track. You can also make this with the tomato sauce of your choice so if there’s a recipe or brand of sauce that you love, use that instead! To top off your delicious sauce, you can add red pepper flakes, italian seasoning or fresh basil to give it a little extra flavor.
When baked spaghetti is the star of the show, choosing the right side comes down to balance. If your spaghetti is rich and cheesy, go with a crisp, refreshing salad like Caesar Salad or Apple Pecan Salad to lighten things up. Want comfort-on-comfort? You can’t go wrong with Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread or Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Feeding a crowd? Mix a few easy sides—like Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Greek Bruschetta, or a simple Cheese Board—to make the meal feel more like a spread. No matter how much time you have, this list has a side dish to match it.
What To Serve With Baked Spaghetti (25 Amazing Side Dishes!)
1
Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe
Did someone say garlic bread? This is the tastiest recipe for extra cheesy and extra garlicky homemade garlic bread! Jazz up store-bought French bread with my simple homemade garlic butter.
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2
Easy Garlic Bread
The ultimate easy Garlic Bread is made in your slow cooker! This delicious carby goodness cannot be resisted by anyone!
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3
Cheesy Pull Apart Garlic Bread
A fast 10-minute side dish for any meal, this Cheesy Pull Apart Garlic Bread will make you fall in love with carbs and cheese all over again.
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4
Craigo’s Breadsticks
Craigo’s was a pizza place in Rexburg, Idaho. Cheesy, yeasty, salty, garlicy, Craigo’s breadsticks really were the BEST breadsticks around!
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5
Caesar Salad Recipe
A classic Caesar Salad recipe topped parmesan, bacon, and croutons. Drizzle with my caesar salad dressing for the finished package!
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6
The Monica Salad
A yummy salad topped with candied walnuts, blue cheese, avocado, mushrooms, red onion and drizzled with a parsley vinaigrette.
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7
Apple Pecan Salad
Apple Pecan Salad is made with crunchy, salty, and sweet ingredients all tossed together with a homemade balsamic dressing. Enjoy!
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8
Caprese Salad Dressing Recipe
Nothing beats a Caprese Salad, but you it's even better when you dress those ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and sweet basil with a homemade garlic balsamic dressing! The perfect caprese salad dressing.
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9
Classic Coleslaw Recipe
This Coleslaw Recipe is a classic, from scratch recipe that will make you never buy store-bought coleslaw dressing again! Here's how you can prepare this perfect summer side dish.
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10
Roasted Cauliflower
This basic, Roasted Cauliflower Recipe is a tasty, low-carb, simple side dish to throw together any day of the week. All you need is olive oil, salt, pepper and a little oven time to get the maximum caramelized, brown, super flavorful cauliflower.
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11
Roasted Green Beans
Roasted Green Beans are a quick and easy side dish to make that is packed full of flavor and nutrients! I could make this every night!
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12
Roasted Asparagus
Simple and quick this Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe is the perfect vegetable side dish! Easily prepared while your main dish is cooking.
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13
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
This super easy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe is a delicious vegetable side dish. Perfectly golden and tender in the middle.
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14
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Cashews
Delicious Sauteed Brussel Sprouts are an easy side dish to prepare for any dinner. Mixed in are bacon and cashews! YUM!
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15
Roasted Root Vegetables
Roasted Root Vegetables are what I crave with the first hint of that crisp Autumn air. Move over salad…make room for earthy, hearty, caramelized deliciousness in the form of oven roasted root vegetables. Measurements do not have to be exact…this is more of a technique than an exact recipe.
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16
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes are everything you love about mashed potatoes mixed with the flavors of sweet potatoes. Smooth, creamy and buttery!
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17
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are a quick and easy way to get crispy fries! Cooked to perfection then dipped in your favorite sauce, yum!
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18
Cheese Board
This holiday, or any occasion, cheese board can be put together last minute and is a crowd pleaser!
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19
Simple Bruschetta Recipe
Bruschetta is an easy, Italian appetizer that always goes over well. Toasted bread, rubbed with garlic and topped with diced garden tomatoes, fresh basil and a hint of balsamic vinegar.
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20
Greek Bruschetta
If you love Greek salad, you will love this flavorful Greek Bruschetta served on a lightly toasted baguette.
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21
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with a delicious sausage, two kinds of cheese, panko and herb mixture and baked to golden bubbly perfection. Fancy enough for a dinner party, but will fly off your casual party table as well.
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22
Tomato Basil Soup
This Tomato Basil Soup Recipe is so rich and creamy! Oh, it also has a secret ingredient that makes it the BEST!
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23
Minestrone Soup
This flavorful classic Minestrone Soup recipe is warm, satisfying, and packed full of veggies. Perfect for the colder months!
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So, there you have it, some of my most delicious sides! Adding the right sidekick to your baked spaghetti can really jazz up your meal. Whether you’re a garlic bread purist or an adventurous veggie experimenter, it’s all about having fun in the kitchen and tailoring your sides to your own taste. Cooking is an adventure, and with the right side dish, you can take your taste buds on a delicious journey. Dig in and enjoy!
FAQs
What sides go well with baked spaghetti?
Popular sides include garlic bread, Caesar salad, and roasted vegetables like green beans or Brussels sprouts. These all add flavor and texture that complement the pasta.
Is salad a good side dish for baked spaghetti?
Yes—salads like Caprese, Monica Salad, or a classic Caesar bring freshness to a heavier dish like baked spaghetti and help balance out the meal.
Can you serve soup with baked spaghetti?
Absolutely. Light options like Tomato Basil Soup or Minestrone are great starters that won’t compete with the main dish.
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