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.
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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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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Nico says
We made chili dogs with this chili recipe and it was the best.