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What to Serve with Swedish Meatballs

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Swedish meatballs are one of those classic comfort food dishes that people love. And why not? They're delicious and easy to make, which makes them perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. But what to serve with Swedish meatballs?

The options can be overwhelming, so today we'll take the stress out of side dish selection by providing you with some great ideas for what to serve alongside your tasty Swedish meatballs.

Whether you're looking for something light and healthy or carb-filled and comforting, there's something here guaranteed to please everyone at your table!

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What are Swedish meatballs?

Swedish meatballs are a classic dish made of ground beef and pork, seasoned with allspice, nutmeg, and white pepper. They're simmered in a creamy sauce and served with a variety of side dishes.

What is the difference between Swedish meatballs and Italian meatballs?

Italian meatballs are usually made with ground beef, pork, and veal, and they're typically seasoned with garlic, parsley, oregano, and Parmesan cheese. Swedish meatballs often contain onion in the mix as well, and they're lightly seasoned with allspice, nutmeg, and white pepper.

How healthy are they?

Swedish meatballs can be a healthy addition to your diet. Ground beef and pork are both excellent sources of protein, vitamins, and minerals, making them a nourishing choice. Plus, the seasonings add flavor without additional calories or fat.

Are they an appetizer or a main dish?

Swedish meatballs can be served as either an appetizer or a main dish. If you're serving them as an appetizer, keep the portion size small and pair it with a light salad or vegetable side dish.

For a main course, serve Swedish meatballs alongside mashed potatoes, noodles, steamed vegetables, or another carbohydrate-based side dish.

What are the best side dishes for Swedish meatballs?

The best side dishes for Swedish meatballs depend on your personal taste and dietary preferences. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, egg noodles, steamed vegetables, dill cucumber salad, lingonberry jam, pickled beets, roasted root vegetables, and sautéed cabbage. No matter what you choose, your Swedish meatballs will be delicious!

Suggestions for what to serve with Swedish meatballs

The following are recipes that my family loves. We pair them with a variety of dishes, not just Swedish meatballs. Having this list of sides handy helps to decide what to serve with Swedish meatballs to make them a full and complete meal.

Old-Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar
When it comes to making cucumber salad, my gran knew what she was doing. She taught me all about making old-fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar. That's why I lovingly sometimes call this dish, Grandma's Best Cucumber Salad. It's made with crispy slices of cucumber and onion in a simple dill vinegar dressing!
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Cucumber and onion salad in vinegar.
Supreme Mashed Potato Casserole
Our Supreme Mashed Potato Casserole is truly amazing! It starts with sour cream, butter and cheese. Add fantastic ingredients like, bacon, crispy fried onions, Ranch dressing and more and you end up with a truly magnificent potato casserole!
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Supreme Mashed Potato Casserole
Air Fryer Crispy Roasted Little Mini Baby Potatoes
Easy Air Fryer Crispy Roasted Little Mini Baby Potatoes recipe creates the best small baby potatoes in an air fryer EVER for breakfast or dinner!
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Easy Cheesy Potato Casserole
This sliced potato casserole is made with layers of real potatoes, bacon, onions, and cheese for the best comfort food ever! Perfect for any occasion, it's one recipe you'll keep coming back to again and again.
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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Air fryer hasselback potatoes are a new way to enjoy classic comfort food. They're full of buttery flavor and always perfectly cooked.
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Pepper Jack Potato Casserole
This pepper jack potato casserole is a cheesy potato casserole with everything but the kitchen sink. Try it once and love it forever.
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Homemade Soft Fluffy Dinner Rolls
These Homemade Soft Fluffy Dinner Rolls are my grandma's yeast or crusty bread roll recipe, and the best super soft, light, dinner rolls ever!
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Homemade Soft Fluffy Dinner Rolls
Savory Corn Muffins with Bacon, Cheese and Onion
This is it if you're looking for the best corn muffin recipe. Savory corn muffins with bacon, cheese, and onion are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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Broccoli Cornbread with Cheese
This Broccoli Cornbread recipe takes classic cornbread up a notch. Broccoli cornbread with cheese is a favorite Southern side that goes with practically anything. The addition of broccoli and Cheddar helps make this cornbread incredibly savory, moist, and oh-so-delicious.
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Red Red Rice
Red Red Rice is an easy side dish that we have been making for years. So different and a tasty change from traditional rice dishes with so many options!
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Red Red Rice
The Best Baked Honey Maple Roasted Carrots
The Best Baked Honey Maple Carrots are a definite favorite around here. The right amount of flavor and seasoning make this recipe a definite keeper!
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The Best Baked Honey Maple Carrots
Homemade Chicken Fried Rice
This homemade chicken fried rice is a real crowd pleaser, and it's so easy to make. When you make this easy chicken fried rice, it goes fast!
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Mixed Green Salad with Fruit and Nuts
This mixed green salad with fruit and nuts is full of flavor and so healthy, too. It's a garden of flavors that we love served with a delicious pomegranate vinaigrette. It's the perfect summer salad with berries! Yum!
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Skillet Roasted Broccoli
This Skillet Roasted Broccoli recipe is so easy to prepare, totally delicious and is a definite keeper! The technique is absolutely brilliant!
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Skillet Roasted Broccoli
The Best Broccoli Salad
The Best Broccoli Salad is exceptional! The perfect dressing, coating fresh broccoli, raisins, sweet onion, apple or pears and almonds or pine nuts! Costco uses bacon and we do sometimes too!
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Baked Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Baked Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes is a simple dish with sliced potatoes, onions and cheese baked in the most flavorful, creamy cheese sauce ever!
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Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Slow Cooker Scalloped Alfredo Potatoes and Cauliflower
Slow Cooker Scalloped Alfredo Potatoes and Cauliflower is hearty and delicious. A great way to hide cauliflower and kale or spinach, it's the perfect potato side dish!
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Instant Pot Cheesy Broccoli Rice
This Instant Pot cheesy broccoli rice is always a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and packed full of cheesy flavor, you'll want to make this Instant Pot broccoli cheese rice often!
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Scalloped Corn Casserole
This creamy scalloped corn casserole with a buttery Ritz cracker topping requires just a few ingredients and comes together quickly. The savory, versatile corn side dish goes well with holiday dinners, and alongside practically any meal. It's a homey casserole that everyone will love.
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Easy Strawberry Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chardonnay Vinaigrette is full of berries, candied pecans, and more! It's easy to make and a delicious way to enjoy summer berries.
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Creamy Sweet Corn Casserole with Jiffy Mix
Cheesy Sweet Corn Casserole with Jiffy Mix is a quick and easy side dish. The sweet, custardy, and creamy corn casserole is made with Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.
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Swedish meatballs are a delicious and easy dinner option that can be dressed up with a variety of sides. Whether you're looking for something light and healthy or carb-filled and comforting, there's surely something among these suggestions to please everyone at your table! Enjoy!

I hope this article helps you plan the perfect meal by knowing what to serve with Swedish meatballs. Happy cooking!

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