These salads and sides to serve with lasagna balance the rich, cheesy flavors to make a simple meal! Try easy side dishes from garlic bread to green salads.
Not sure what to serve with lasagna to make it a meal? I’ve spent years honing the craft of constructing a meal with the right sides. You’ve got to complement and contrast the main dish with just the right flavors, colors, and ingredients. And it’s got to be easy enough to make while making the main event.
To help fill your table, here are my top side dishes and salads to go with lasagna! They feature fresh, seasonal vegetables to contrast the heavy, cheesy main dish: from my favorite chopped salad recipe to good old garlic bread.
Salads and Sides to Go With Lasagna
My favorite salad to go with lasagna is this chopped salad! Homemade Italian dressing covers a mix of crisp romaine, tomatoes, shallot and Parmesan cheese shavings. It's accentuated with olives and jarred pepperoncini, which round out the salty and tangy notes.
Here's an tasty salad to go with lasagna that's quite possibly the easiest salad recipe you’ll make! Dress baby arugula simply with olive oil and lemon juice, then add Parmesan shavings and thinly sliced shallots. It comes together in under 10 minutes!
With this flavor popping Italian-style dressing of lemon, Parmesan cheese, and garlic, the bitter taste of the kale is mellowed and melds beautifully with the other flavors. This is one of my favorite ways to eat this leafy green, and it's the perfect salad to go with lasagna.
This delectable side dish is a total treat that goes perfectly with lasagna. It’s got just the right savory, garlicky flavor. It’s tender on the inside, and crunchy on top from broiling it with Parmesan cheese.
This Caesar salad recipe is a flavor explosion with creamy dressing, crunchy croutons, and salty Parmesan cheese. It's perfect as a classic side dish for lasagna (and even better homemade!).
Here’s one of my very favorite green salads, packed with crunchy fresh vegetables like cucumber and onion, juicy tomatoes, and briny olives. It's topped with a sprinkle of salty feta, fresh herbs, and a zingy lemony vinaigrette.
Classic is classic for a reason, and the classic wedge salad does not disappoint. Every time I serve it, people ooo and ahh. The crunch of iceberg lettuce against the creamy, savory blue cheese dressing just makes sense.
This steamed cauliflower is flavored Mediterranean style, with bright lemon zest, olive oil and savory Italian seasoning. Steamed until crisp tender, it's a great contrasting side tot he rich lasagna. (Or try the Instant Pot Cauliflower version.)
Crisp tart apple slices pair with pops of pomegranate seeds, creamy cheese, and crunchy, cinnamon spiced pecans. Toss them all over fresh greens with a zingy maple and apple cider vinegar dressing.
These green beans are a fabulous side to go with lasagna: whip them up on the stovetop while the lasagna bakes! They take only 10 minutes to put together. The beans are steamed until crisp tender, and mixed with lemon zest for brightness.
The meaty flavor of mushrooms is perfect with lasagna! They're tender and juicy, with a brightness at the finish. Fresh thyme and oregano give an herby punch.
Another great side to go with lasagna: broccoli! Steam it until it's bright green and crisp tender, then mix it with olive oil, red onion and feta crumbles. It's simple to whip up while the lasagna bakes in only 10 minutes! Or, try sauteed broccoli or roasted broccoli.
This elegant salad features beautiful juicy oranges and a famous pairing: sliced raw fennel, which adds a subtle licorice essence. Throw it over greens with a few garnishes and top with a zingy homemade citrus vinaigrette.
Using hearty kale leaves in a Caesar salad has become popular in restaurants: the fluffy, ridged texture of the leaves are ideal for coating in Caesar dressing. This spin on the Kale Caesar is my go-to, with a fresh, creamy homemade dressing and crunchy breadcrumbs in every bite.
Try this vibrant radicchio salad, the perfect side dish! Sweet pears, crunchy almonds, tangy goat cheese, and a bright citrus vinaigrette dress up a colorful bed of greens.
This refreshing romaine salad is a perfect salad to go with lasagna! The electric green of the romaine leaves, pastel dressing and delicate pink radishes have a fresh monochrome effect tastes as good as it looks. The Green Goddess Dressing smothers it all in herbaceous creaminess.
When it comes to quick and impressive side dishes for lasagna, this one is at the top! The elegantly long stems of this green veggie make it look fancy, but you can cook it up in just 5 minutes in a hot skillet. Add a bit of garlic and lemon to make it taste irresistibly good.
These sauteed vegetables are beautifully colored, bursting with flavor and crisp tender in texture: the perfect easy and healthy side dish! It's a fun way to add lots of veggies along with a rich cheesy pasta.
Here’s a simple way to make it into an impressive side to go with lasagna: this Butter Lettuce Salad! These delicate lettuce leaves are irresistible coated in creamy, savory Parmesan Peppercorn dressing and topped with a few simple veggies and Parmesan shavings.
This endive salad recipe is a delicious mix of refreshing, tangy and sweet! Combine this bitter green with orange, Parmesan and red wine vinaigrette. It's a great pair for a cheesy lasagna.
My Favorite Lasagna Recipes
Of course, we couldn’t leave you with only what to serve with lasagna! Let’s talk about our favorite lasagna recipes:
- This vegetarian lasagna A crowd pleaser! The easy spinach and ricotta cheese filling is classic and creamy.
- Our vegan lasagna pleases everyone! With spinach, mushrooms, hummus and marinara sauce, it’s our favorite.
- This kale lasagna is hearty and filling, with a light back-end heat! Cottage cheese stands in as a twist on the classic ricotta filling.
- Our Mexican lasagna is a fun twist: layers of noodles, corn, and black beans are full of zesty flavor.
- For a twist, try these lasagna roll ups.
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