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    Home » Side Dishes

    Updated: Jan 27, 2025 · Published: Apr 8, 2021 · by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    What to Serve with Hot Dogs

    If you are trying to figure out what to serve with hot dogs, this list is exactly what you are looking for. All of these side dishes go well with hot dogs. They are an American summer, ballpark, and barbecue favorite and a hearty hot sandwich on their own. 

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    Many of the best food bloggers have shared some of their quick and easy side dish recipes to eat with your grilled, steamed, or boiled hot dogs. I suggest anyone watching their carbs try my keto cornbread chaffles to use as a bun - OMG!

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    • My Favorite Sides for Hot Dogs
    • Salad Side Dishes
    • Fruit or Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Potato or Chip Side Dishes
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    This is a tasty list of what to offer with hot dogs. All of these sides pair well with the meat and soft bun combo no matter what toppings you like best.   (I am a spicy mustard and sauerkraut kind of gal all the way!) If you ever wondered why they are called "hot dogs", find out all about it at THE HISTORY OF HOT DOGS. 

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    And do not worry if you made too much for that party - you can refreeze cooked or raw hot dogs to enjoy later. This list of what to make and serve includes:

    • Favorites by The Short Order Cook
    • Salad Side Dishes
    • Fruit or Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Potato or Chip Side Dishes
    Hot dogs will grill marks cooking on a bbq.

    Cooking & Serving Hot Dogs

    We like to grill our hot dogs and here is ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GRILLING. The best way to cook anything, including hot dogs, is on the grill.

    Whether you broil, boil, air fry, smoke, BBQ, or love them smothered in Slow Cooker Hot Dog Chili, make a few of these sides & have a great meal.

    My Favorite Sides for Hot Dogs

    Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle French Fries
    For an easy foolproof method for cooking frozen crinkle-cut french fries in the air fryer, try this recipe. They will be hot, crispy, and yummy with just the right amount of time to cook in the air fryer. Plus delicious dips and seasonings to add for the best air fryer french fries.
    Air Fryer Crinkle Fries
    Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle French Fries recipe card plate with ketchup ready to eat
    Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    Homemade deep-fried sweet potato fries are a quick and easy family favorite recipe. This fantastic method to deep fry & season them makes the best appetizer or side dish.
    Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    Deep Fried Sweet Potato Fries featured overhead of plate of fries and dipping sauce
    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
    For the best air fryer baked potatoes, try this quick & easy recipe. In half the time get yummy crispy skin & fluffy hot insides for topping. This simple side dish is an American classic due to its simplicity & versatility. All the steps for time and temperature for air frying plus topping, storing, & reheating.
    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes with toppings on a plate.
    French Potato Salad
    Tender warm herbed potatoes in a Champagne dijon vinaigrette with fresh herbs are bright, tangy, and crowd-pleasing. This is the best potato salad recipe without mayo. It is great for parties, picnics, & BBQs to feed a crowd. A fun summer side dish that's gluten-free, vegan, & dairy-free.
    French Potato Salad
    bowl with french potato salad topped with fresh herbs
    Deep-Fried Beer-Battered Onion Rings
    Onion rings are a classic fried treat that is so easy to make homemade. This beer-battered recipe for onion rings is deep-fried until crispy & crunchy. It's the perfect side dish, snack, or appetizer.
    Beer-Battered Onion Rings
    Homemade Beer-Battered Onion Rings
    Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice
    Homemade pickles are so easy to make when you reuse pickle juice or brine for this recipe. In 24 hours quick refrigerator pickles are crisp and ready.  Fermentation to turn cucumbers into pickles has never been easier.
    Pickles from Leftover Pickle Juice
    a jar of pickles with one being removed to eat.
    Summer Pesto Pasta Salad
    This simple yet flavorful pesto pasta salad is a summer favorite. The cold tri-color rotini salad with a pesto dressing, tomatoes, & olives is great for a light lunch or a side dish. Using mostly inexpensive pantry staples, this budget-friendly recipe is the best. With Italian & American flavors, serve with BBQ, roasts, grilled chicken, seafood, sandwiches, & soup to complete your meal.
    Summer Pesto Pasta Salad
    Summer Pesto Pasta Salad in a bowl.
    Mediterranean Orzo Salad
    This easy recipe for a fresh, tasty, & simple Mediterranean Orzo Salad is fantastic. The healthy vegetables & lemon vinaigrette are the best. The quick 30-minute side or main dish salad is vegan & vegetarian approved - or add feta & salami for a heartier option. Great make-ahead idea for lunch, dinner, picnics, & potlucks.
    Mediterranean Orzo Salad
    Bowl with Mediterranean Orzo Salad with tomatoes feta and spinach.
    Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw
    If you want an easy peanutty coleslaw recipe, this Asian avocado peanut coleslaw is the best. This chopped slaw recipe is bursting with fresh vegetables that are dressed in a homemade Asian-inspired dressing that is salty, sweet, and spicy. This slaw is vegan and gluten-free and sure to be one that everyone loves.
    Asian Slaw with Peanuts & Avocado
    Bowl with cabbage avocado peanuts and asian coleslaw dressing.
    Broccoli Salad with Apples & Cheese
    This healthy broccoli salad with carrots, raisins, apples, and cheese is amazing. The creamy greek yogurt dressing is low-fat and made without mayo. It is tangy, crisp, fresh, and sweet in every bite. It holds up great for potlucks and barbecues. It is even great as a leftover, unlike other salads.
     
    Broccoli Salad with Apples & Cheese
    Broccoli Apple Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing (no mayo) overhead featured
    Fruit Salad with Cool Whip
    This fresh fruit salad with Cool Whip is light, sweet, & creamy. The easy dessert recipe is healthy, refreshing, & a summer favorite. It is perfect to serve at BBQ, cookouts, potlucks, parties, & easy to make a lot to feed a crowd. A holiday favorite at Easter, Mother's Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day, & Labor Day. It is gluten-free, vegetarian, & better for you than classic ambrosia - made without coconut or marshmallows.
    Fruit Salad with Cool Whip
    Bowl of a fresh fruit salad made with berries, bananas, grapes, & pineapple dressed with Cool Whip topping.
    Mexican Watermelon Cucumber Salad
    A refreshing summer salad with the zing of Tajin added to watermelon, cucumber, and toasted pepitas. This simple recipe is a great side dish with all your Mexican favorites - tacos, enchiladas, & tortas.
    Watermelon Cucumber Salad
    mexican watermelon cucumber salad close up the short order cook
    Grilled Peach & Goat Cheese Salad
    Sweet grilled peaches, creamy avocado, tangy goat cheese, and spicy arugula are a summer salad sensation. This recipe for Grilled Peach, Avocado, and Goat Cheese Arugula Salad is fresh, sweet, crisp, & juicy. This simple summer salad is easy & perfect for bbq, cookouts, & parties.
    Grilled Peach Salad
    grilled Peach avocado goat cheese arugula salad
    Simple Spinach Salad
    Toss together this quick & easy simple spinach salad in just minutes. The crunchy croutons are made from scratch & with a homemade dijon vinaigrette this is the best recipe hands down. It's a fresh & healthy side dish that goes with any meal or enjoy for lunch. Pile on some protein for an entree dinner.
    Simple Spinach Salad
    Glass serving bowl with a quick & easy spinach salad with simple ingredients.
    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili
    Slow cooker no-bean chili simmers in rich tomatoes and spices. Ground beef and crispy bacon plus fun delicious toppings is the ideal low-carb keto chili. Set your CrockPot for a spicy chili that hearty & comforting.
    No Bean Chili
    Slow Cooker Beef & Bacon Chili featured
    Roasted Cherry Tomato Soup
    The most amazing roasted cherry tomato soup is an easy recipe that only takes 30 minutes. It's creamy, savory, rich & tastes gourmet. A touch of garlic & basil makes this an Italian classic. Serve with grilled cheese for lunch or as a starter for dinner. Simple ingredients like summer ripe fresh red tomatoes, onion, & garlic are oven-cooked, simmered, & blended for a chunky or smooth soup. Gluten-free, low-carb, & keto-friendly too!
    Roasted Cherry Tomato Soup
    Two bowls of homemade soup made with cherry tomatoes basil and cream.

    Salad Side Dishes

    The best side dishes for hot dogs are often salads. Whether they are mayo-based or light and healthy, you can never go wrong when you serve one of these delicious side salads. From leafy greens to coleslaw, there is something yummy for everyone to love.

    Simple Creamy Coleslaw
    A wonderful side dish to any cookout or barbecue. Bonus - it is low carb, gluten-free and delish!
    Creamy Coleslaw
    Bowl of creamy coleslaw
    Caesar Salad
    The classic salad is an easy side to enjoy with hot dogs and more. The from-scratch dressing is the showstopper.
    Caesar Salad
    Serving bowl with caeasr salad
    Cucumber Tomato Orzo Salad
    This fresh Cucumber Tomato Orzo Salad is always a hit at gatherings and cookouts. Think of it as the elevated pasta salad everyone will love.
    Cucumber Tomato Orzo
    Orzo pasta salad in a large serving bowl
    Broccoli Bacon & Cashew Salad
    The tangy dressing with crispy broccoli and crunchy cashew make a wonderful side salad combination. The addition of sweet cranberries and salty bacon bring ensure all the flavors are just a perfect combination.
    Broccoli Bacon Cashew Salad
    Broccoli bacon cashew salad in a serving bowl

    Fruit or Vegetable Side Dishes

    If you want something light and healthy as a side, fruits and vegetables are often the way to go. From sweet tropical fruit salads to savory asparagus, dig into one or more of these recipes to complete your grilled hot dog meal.

    Kiwi Fruit Salad
    Kiwi Fruit Salad is a bright and colorful mixture of kiwi, pomegranates, and mandarin oranges. This quick and easy salad is the ideal summer side dish.
    Kiwi Fruit Salad
    kiwi fruit salad
    Air-Fryer Brussels Sprouts
    The easiest Brussels sprouts recipe ever. They are made with just a few ingredients and they come out so crispy and flavorful.
    Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
    crispy air fryer brussels sprouts on a platter
    Baked Asparagus
    A simple and flavorful side dish that makes asparagus shine. The balsamic drizzle add tang and sweetness that everyone will love.
    Baked Asparagus
    Baked Asparagus on a white platter
    Cheesy Shoestring Carrot Fries
    Just 5 ingredients for this unique take on fries! Every taste is slightly sweet from the carrots, salty from the parmesan cheese, and perfect for all occasions.
    Shoestring Carrots
    Cheesy shoestring carrots on a serving plate

    Potato or Chip Side Dishes

    Ok, I admit it, potatoes and hot dogs just go together. Fried, baked, or baked - give me some potatoes!

    Healthy Homemade Vegan Nacho Cheese Doritos
    Homemade Vegan Doritos in the classic "nacho cheese" flavor that is gluten-free, allergy-free, and healthier since they are baked and not fried. All of the crunch and none of the guilt.
    Homemade Doritos
    Homemade doritos in a bowl
    Air-Fryer French Fries
    Fresh cut potatoes are seasoned and air-fried for perfectly crispy french fries. Nothing but real ingredients for a healthy and delicious french fry.
    Air Fryer French Fries
    Plate of ketchup and air fryer fries
    Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup
    For a hearty accompaniment to hot dogs, this rich and creamy baked potato soup is the real deal.
    Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup
    Loaded baked potato soup in bowls
    Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fries
    These homemade sweet potato fries are addicting. Real potatoes sliced and oven-baked for the perfect paleo, gluten-free, and healthy side dish.
    Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
    tray of baked sweet potato fries
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    1. Nico says

      June 10, 2021 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      We made chili dogs with this chili recipe and it was the best.

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