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    Home » Side Dishes

    Published: Mar 24, 2022 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    What to Serve with Brats

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    If you are trying to figure out what to serve with bratwurst for lunch or dinner, this list is exactly what you are looking for. These German sausages are a classic dish not just in Europe but also in America. They are great as an appetizer, in a roll for sandwiches, or served at dinner for a complete meal. No matter how you enjoy your brats, all these recipes go well as a side dish.

    Whether you want a salad, vegetables, or potato, we have you covered with so many choices on what to enjoy with beer brats. All of these sides pair well with seasoned beef, pork, and veal sausages.

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    The Best Bratwurst & How to Cook It

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    If you have ever wondered how best to cook brats in the oven, make sure you try the HOW TO COOK BRATS IN THE OVEN. And if you are daring enough to make your own, try this recipe for Homemade German Bratwurst.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH BRATWURST

    This is a tasty list of what to serve with any sausage, but especially mild brats. To help you decide what to offer, I have broken down the list into some subcategories. So based on your mood, preference, or diet, there is something for everyone.  There are comfort food classics, healthy salads, casseroles,  low-carb, keto, gluten-free, and keto sides.  This recipe roundup of what to make with bratwurst includes:

    • Cocktails & Appetizers
    • Comfort Food Classic Side Dishes
    • Potato Side Dishes
    • Salad & Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Keto, Low Carb, or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

    COCKTAILS & APPETIZERS

    Bratwurst makes for a great appetizer. Simply cut them up and serve with an assortment of fancy mustards & condiments. They are great on a charcuterie board with kraut, pretzels, bold cheese, and marinated vegetables. Pour a pint of your favorite beer and enjoy bratwurst as a small plate for your at-home happy hour. Serve them along with these cocktails and appetizers that all go well with them.

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    • Crispy Baked Marinated Artichoke Hearts
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    COMFORT FOOD CLASSIC SIDE DISHES

    Comforting sides like fresh-baked bread or mac & cheese are commonly served with barbecued, grilled, or oven-cooked sausages, such as German bratwurst. This list includes some comfort food classics and new recipes that you will want to make over and over again. All of these soul-pleasing recipes will be a sure-fire hit with the family. 

    • Baked Three-Cheese Macaroni with Caramelized Onions and Bacon
    • Homemade Beer-Battered Onion Rings
    • Easy Homemade Soft Dinner Rolls

    POTATO SIDE DISHES

    If you love meat and potatoes, these recipes are the best. Whether you want french fries, sweet potatoes, or potato leek soup, all of these side dishes go well with brats. These easy recipes are just the thing to enjoy your meat & potato craving.

    • Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle French Fries
    • Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    • Instant Pot Ranch Salt Potatoes
    • Toaster Oven Baked Potato
    • Whipped Sweet Potatoes
    • Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup

    SALAD & VEGETABLE SIDE DISHES

    Here are some great healthy side dishes to make and eat with your next sausage dinner or sandwich lunch. There are healthy salads, fruits & vegetables, and comforting vegetable casseroles. All of them are yummy and complete your meal.

    • Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Brown Sugar, Bacon, & Blue Cheese
    • Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli
    • Amazing Roasted Green Beans with Everything But the Bagel Sesame Seasoning
    • Broccoli Apple Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing (no mayo)
    • Butternut Squash, Apple, and Kale Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
    • Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Acorn Squash

    KETO, LOW CARB, OR GLUTEN-FREE SIDE DISHES

    This category of ideas to serve with brats includes keto, low-carb, paleo, or gluten-free recipes. Try a new creamed vegetable or a gluten-free twist on a classic recipe. No matter what you choose, your healthy diet will be on track and your taste buds will thank you. 

    • Low-Carb Keto Creamed Spinach Casserole
    • Crispy Air Fryer Keto Radishes
    • Keto Cornbread Chaffles

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    What to Serve with Brats

    Angela
    For the best side dishes to serve with bratwurst, make any of these easy and yummy recipes. This includes soup, salads, vegetables, potatoes, and more. Also included are condiments, appetizers, and cocktails that all go well with brats.
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    Servings 4

    Ingredients
      

    • Sweet Potato Fries
    • Keto Creamed Spinach
    • Beer Battered Onion Rings
    • Roasted Green Beans
    • Air Fryer French Fries
    • Soft Dinner Rolls
    • Broccoli Salad

    Instructions
     

    • Make your favorite bratwurst recipe.
    • Choose 1 or more side dish recipes.
    • Enjoy!
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