• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Short Order Cook

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Food & Fun
  • Products I Love
  • Travel & Dining
  • Meet Angela
    • Bluesky
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Food & Fun
    • Products I Love
    • Travel & Dining
    • Meet Angela
    • Bluesky
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Recipe Roundups

    Updated: Feb 4, 2024 · Published: Feb 23, 2022 · by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    What to Serve with Tri-Tip Steak

    If you are trying to figure out what to serve with tri-tip steak for dinner, this list is exactly what you are looking for. This cut of beef is a great steak for grilling, broiling, oven-roasting, or cooking in sous vide. No matter how you enjoy your tri-tip, all these recipes go well as a side dish.

    4 recipe images for creamed spinach green beans sweet potato fries and toaster oven baked potato

    All of these sides pair well with a seasoned, marinated, or grilled tri-tip beef roast. The classic tri-tip roast is lean, tender, and great for slicing to enjoy as a main course. Tri-tip sandwiches are also amazing on a hearty roll. One of my favorites is crispy air fryer green beans but you cannot go wrong with any of these recipes.

    Jump to:
    • Best Tri-Tip Steak Recipe
    • Recipe Categories
    • Comfort Food Classic Side Dishes
    • Potato & Rice Side Dishes
    • Soups, Salads, & Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Keto, Low Carb, or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

    Best Tri-Tip Steak Recipe

    You may have your favorite way to cook tri-tip already, but if not, I always recommend a simple & easy recipe. I love to marinade and grill tri-tip for an amazing meal, especially in the summer months.

    If you have ever wondered how best to grill steaks, make sure you know GRILLING WHEN TO COOK WITH THE LID ON OR OFF. And my Keto Steak Marinade cannot be beaten for adding bold flavors and tenderizing that meat even more.

    And for the most tender grass-fed/grass-finished tri-tip roasts, I cannot recommend BUTCHER BOX enough. I have been using this service personally for years I love it! They are always running a deal for new customers so check out the latest and greatest.

    Jump to:
    • Best Tri-Tip Steak Recipe
    • Recipe Categories
    • Comfort Food Classic Side Dishes
    • Potato & Rice Side Dishes
    • Soups, Salads, & Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Keto, Low Carb, or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

    Recipe Categories

    To help you decide what to offer, I have broken down the list into some subcategories. There are comfort food classics, healthy salads, casseroles,  low-carb, keto, gluten-free, and keto sides.  This recipe roundup of what to make with tri-tip includes:

    • Comfort Food Classic Side Dishes
    • Potato & Rice Side Dishes
    • Soup, Salads, & Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Keto, Low Carb, or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

    Comfort Food Classic Side Dishes

    Comforting sides like fresh-baked bread or mac & cheese are commonly served with barbecue or grilled meats, such as tri-tip steaks. Besides mashed potatoes and gravy, this list includes some comfort food classics and new recipes that you will want to make over and over again.

    Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Bacon
    Creamy macaroni & cheese with caramelized onions & bacon is a classic old-fashioned recipe. The best homemade baked mac and cheese begins with a traditional roux, 3 kinds of cheese & al dente elbow pasta. This family-favorite casserole recipe is creamy, comforting, & simple to make.
    Baked Mac & Cheese with Bacon
    casserole dish with baked 3 cheese mac and cheese topped with bacon
    Bacon Fried Corn
    This easy recipe for bacon fried corn is a Southern classic. Fresh corn off the cob is cooked in the skillet & seasoned for a sweet, salty, & tasty side dish no one can resist. The kernels are cooked in bacon drippings with onion until tender & crisp. It only takes 20 minutes & 4 ingredients to pan-fry this vegetable into your new favorite summer comfort food.
    Bacon Fried Corn
    Southern cooked Bacon Fried Corn ready in a cast iron skillet.
    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
    Low-Carb Keto Creamed Spinach Casserole
    Creamed spinach is a tasty low-carb steakhouse restaurant favorite. This easy keto recipe is the best spinach casserole side dish.
    Keto Creamed Spinach Casserole
    Low-Carb Keto Creamed Spinach Casserole featured overhead
    Slow Cooker Collard Greens
    Tender slow cooker collard greens are perfectly seasoned for a delicious southern side dish. These bacon-cooked greens are tender, rich, and full of flavor. There is no easier recipe.
    Slow Cooker Collard Greens
    Greens in a bowl ready to eat
    How to Make Artisan Ciabatta Bread
    Homemade rustic artisan ciabatta bread has a crispy crust and a tender chewy inside. This classic Italian recipe comes out so good & is easy to make. There is nothing like fresh-baked bread straight from the oven.
    How to Make Ciabatta
    Ciabatta partially sliced on a cutting board.
    Rigatoni al Forno (Baked Pasta)
    Rigatoni al Forno is a baked pasta casserole everyone will love. This easy recipe has hearty rigatoni, a rich tomato sauce, layers of gooey cheese, and more for a great Italian dinner. This is a comforting recipe great for holidays, potlucks, & make-ahead meals.
    Rigatoni al Forno
    Pasta al Forno (baked pasta) plated with fresh parsley on top
    Keto Fat Head Rolls
    Homemade soft keto rolls using almond flour are not just low carb (4 net carbs each!) but will please any appetite. They are sturdy enough for use as bread for sandwiches, buns for hamburgers, and great plain.
    Keto Rolls
    Keto Fat Head Rolls plated
    Easy Homemade Soft Dinner Rolls
    The best soft homemade dinner rolls baked using yeast are easy to make. These rolls are delicious and enjoyed best when warm straight out of the oven.
    Soft Dinner Rolls
    Freshly baked easy homemade soft dinner rolls

    Potato & Rice Side Dishes

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

    Pan Fried Potatoes & Onions
    Fire up your skillet and pan-fry some potatoes and onions for a hearty side dish. This easy recipe is ready in 30 minutes & takes only a few ingredients. This southern recipe for seasoned russet potato cubes is a classic American dish great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The potatoes are crispy & fork-tender - plus gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, & dairy-free.
    Pan Fried Potatoes & Onions
    Potato cubes and onions fried in a skillet.
    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 Sweet Potatoes
    For the best baked sweet potatoes in the air fryer, try this easy recipe. They come out crispy & tender in less time than from the oven.
    Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes
    Two sweet potatoes cut open exposing the orange flesh inside.
    Whipped Sweet Potatoes
    For a comforting side dish, these whipped sweet potatoes really hit the spot. They are fluffy and sweet with a hint of nutmeg. Perfect to serve with Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas roast, Easter Ham, or any family dinner or holiday.
    Whipped Sweet Potatoes
    Whipped Sweet Potatoes featured recipe card image of 2 ramekins with whipped orange sweet potatoes topped with a sprig of parsley and spoon and napkin
    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.
    Toaster Oven Baked Potato
    Making baked potatoes in the toaster oven is an easy and delicious way to cook this classic side dish. The skin turns out crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. If your toaster oven has a convection setting, this baked potato recipe is super quick
    Toaster Oven Baked Potato
    Toaster Oven Baked Potato topped recipe card with sour cream butter and fresh parsley
    Instant Pot Ranch Salt Potatoes
    Tender bite-sized potatoes are tossed with butter and ranch seasoning for a family favorite. These salt-crusted electric pressure cooker potatoes are easy and the best side dish recipe.
    Instant Pot Ranch Salt Potatoes
    Instant Pot Ranch Salt 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.
    Warm Herbed French Potato Salad
    bowl with french potato salad topped with fresh herbs
    Cold Rice Salad
    The best spring or summer salad of rice and fresh fava beans. The cold rice salad It is tossed with lemon vinaigrette & topped with scallions and lemon zest for a bright pop of flavor.
    Cold Rice Salad
    Rice and Fava Beans Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
    Chicken Broth Rice
    For a flavorful 30-minute side, make 3 ingredient chicken broth rice. It's better than using just water, a buttery rich simple recipe. It's a comforting recipe similar to a no pasta/gluten-free Rice-a-Roni copycat. Made in a skillet & not a pot or rice cooker, the toasted rice flavor is the best.
    Chicken Broth Rice
    Bowl with long grain rice with broth piled high and chopsticks resting on the edge.

    Soups, Salads, & Vegetable Side Dishes

    Here are some great healthy side dishes to make and eat with your next steak dinner. There are healthy salads, fruits & vegetables, and comforting vegetable casseroles.

    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.
    Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup
    Slow cooker potato leek soup is a rich & creamy soup that is wonderful for lunch or a first course at dinner. Leeks and potatoes are a classic combination for a hearty yet smooth soup. It has a bit of cayenne for some heat that pairs well with the heavy cream for balance.
    Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup
    Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup overhead
    Instant Pot Cream of Celery Soup
    For the best homemade cream of celery soup, make it in the Instant Pot. It is a creamy, rich, and comforting recipe. As a bonus, this cream of celery soup is keto, gluten-free, grain-free, & low-carb.   
    Instant Pot Cream of Celery Soup
    Instant Pot Cream of Celery Soup featured overhead of bowl full of soup topped with parsley sprig and crackers to the side and a spoon on the right all on top a green cloth napkin recipe card image
    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.
    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.
    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 Avocado Peanut Coleslaw
    Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw featured closeup bowl and parsley but no serving utensils recipe card
    Air Fryer Green Beans
    In just 10 minutes, this recipe for crispy air fryer green beans is the best. This simple side dish with few ingredients is quick & easy.
    Air Fryer Green Beans
    Air Fryer green beans plated with fresh lemon.
    Caramelized Brussel sprouts with Brown Sugar, Bacon, & Blue Cheese
    Caramelized Brussel sprouts with brown sugar are a wonderful simple side dish.  To make Brussel sprouts even more wonderful add bacon and blue cheese for a sweet, salty, creamy, and nutty delight. 
    Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Blue Cheese
    Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Brown Sugar, Bacon, & Blue Cheese featured overhead
    Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
    Two yummy side dishes in one sheet pan recipe - oven roasted potatoes & broccoli florets are the ultimate pairing. The spice mix add a ton of flavor & it pairs with anything from fish to chicken or beef. This easy vegetable side takes little prep & the small pieces cook fast in the oven. This simple yet fancy recipe is vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, & dairy-free.
    Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
    Serving plate piled high with roasted potato chunks and broccoli florets.

    Keto, Low Carb, or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

    This category of ideas to serve with tri-tip steaks 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. 

    I highly recommend my KETO STEAK MARINADE. It has bold flavors like garlic & Worcestershire all in an easy homemade recipe. It is sugar-free, gluten-free, & low-carb.

    Crispy Air Fryer Keto Radishes
    Crispy air fryer keto radishes are the low-carb answer to those that love roasted potatoes. These seasoned radishes are an easy recipe & done in 15 minutes. 
    Crispy Air Fryer Keto Radishes
    Crispy Air Fryer Keto Radishes featured recipe card image overhead of round plate with radishes ready to eat napkin and fork
    Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli
    Instant pot steamed broccoli is a healthy and easy recipe that comes out perfect every time. In just a few minutes fresh broccoli is cooked and ready to enjoy.  This method works in any electric pressure cooker with or without a steamer basket and results in fresh steamed broccoli that is not mushy. 
    Instant Pot Broccoli
    Steamed Broccoli featured in instant pot overhead shot
    Healthy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup (low-carb & keto)
    For an easy unstuffed cabbage roll soup, this slow cooker recipe is the best. The rich tomato broth with spices flavors the ground beef & cabbage. It has riced cauliflower for a healthy low-carb, keto, paleo, Whole30, and grain-free version that everyone will love.
    Keto Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup
    two bowls filled with cabbage roll soup plus crackers and a spoon.
    Air Fryer Shishito Peppers
    Air fryer shishito peppers char up with crunchy blistered skins for so much flavor. In minutes you have one of the best appetizers. For a sweet, spicy, and smoky bite there is nothing more simple yet delicious as these peppers.
    Air Fryer Shishito Peppers
    Air Fryer Shishito Peppers recipe card plate ready to eat with dip
    Keto Cornbread Chaffles
    Cornbread chaffles made with almond flour are the best Mini Dash keto waffle recipe. A savory low-carb & gluten-free side for chili, soup, or salad.
    Keto Cornbread Chaffles
    Keto Cornbread Chaffles featured 3 fanned chaffles on the left and right is a partial bowl of chili w parsley

    Product Recommendations for this Article #ad -

    The Short Order Cook is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.  If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission on the sale at no additional cost to you. This helps with the costs of running the blog. Thank you! 

    Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro, Brushed Stainless Steel, BOV900BSS
    $399.95
    Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro, Brushed Stainless Steel, BOV900BSS
    Buy Now
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.
    05/13/2025 10:26 am GMT
    Lodge 8 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet Signature Teardrop Handle - Use in the Oven, on the Stove, on the Grill, or Over a Campfire, Black
    $14.90
    Lodge 8 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet Signature Teardrop Handle - Use in the Oven, on the Stove, on the Grill, or Over a Campfire, Black
    Buy Now
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.
    05/12/2025 04:16 pm GMT
    Cuisinart Deep Fryer, 1.1 Quart
    $39.98
    Cuisinart Deep Fryer, 1.1 Quart
    Buy Now
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.
    03/11/2024 12:06 pm GMT
    WÜSTHOF Classic 6 Chef s Knife, Black
    $100.88
    WÜSTHOF Classic 6 Chef s Knife, Black
    Buy Now
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.
    05/13/2025 12:01 pm GMT
    The Original Gorilla Grip Oversized 100% BPA Free Reversible Durable Kitchen Cutting Board Set of 3, Dishwasher Safe, Nonslip Handle Border Plastic Boards, Juice Grooves, Chopping Food, Cooking, Black
    $21.99
    The Original Gorilla Grip Oversized 100% BPA Free Reversible Durable Kitchen Cutting Board Set of 3, Dishwasher Safe, Nonslip Handle Border Plastic Boards, Juice Grooves, Chopping Food, Cooking, Black
    Buy Now
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.
    05/12/2025 10:25 pm GMT
    4 recipes air fryer french fries brussel sprouts with bacon french potato salad and whipped sweet potatoes
    « Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop #459
    How Many Pounds of Chicken Per Person? »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Karen says

      May 02, 2022 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      I am always stumped on side dishes. I wanted something not boring so found these recipes by googling it up. I ended up making 2 and yes it was a hit. Both were. Creamed spinach and onion rings (kid thumbs up).

      Reply
      • Angela says

        May 02, 2022 at 1:33 pm

        I am glad you found some new recipes to enjoy with your steaks. If you want more kid thumbs up, try the bacon mac & cheese next time OMG!

        Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Angela the short order cook on a step stool reaching into the top kitchen cupboard.

    Hi, I'm Angela I’m Angela, a petite mom that loves to cook, eat, drink, & explore all things food. As a former personal chef & caterer, I specialize in family recipes that taste great & are easy to make. I rely on my trusty stool every day to create & test recipes I know you will love.

    More about me →

    This site has links to products/services that may make us a commission. #ad

    Popular

    • Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix cut in squares on a counter with white chocolate chips.
      Red Velvet Brownies with Cake Mix
    • Deep Fried Sweet Potato Fries featured close up with dipping sauces on the bottom
      Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    • 4- Ingredient Key Lime Pie in graham cracker crust topped with whipped cream.
      Easy 4- Ingredient Key Lime Pie
    • Naked Chicken Wings on a plate.
      Naked Chicken Wings
    • How to Cook Turkey Bacon in the Microwave Oven featured
      How to Cook Turkey Bacon in the Microwave Oven
    • Fried Spaghetti with Eggs featured closeup overhead of bowl filled and topped with parmesan and parsley
      Fried Spaghetti with Eggs
    • Chocolate Marshmallow Ice Cream Overhead two bowls of ice cream and black napkin.
      Chocolate Marshmallow Ice Cream
    • A set of black pots and pans.
      Best Pots & Pans for Gas Stove
    Try Audible Plus
    Join Amazon Prime - Watch Thousands of Movies & TV Shows Anytime - Start Free Trial Now
    Create an Amazon Wedding Registry
    Shop Amazon - Create an Amazon Baby Registry

    The Short Order Cook LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com

    Top Categories

    • Main Dishes
    • Desserts
    • Italian
    • Holidays
    • Southern
    • Recipe Roundups

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Cookie Policy
    • Terms of Service
    • Disclosure Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work With Me
    • Meet Angela
    • Meet the Family

    Copyright © 2019- 2025 The Short Order Cook LLC, All Rights Reserved. All recipes, original photos, and articles on this site are the property of The Short Order Cook LLC. You are welcome to share an original photo ONLY with an accompanying do-follow link to this site. Publishing any item as if it were your own is prohibited & illegal. The Short Order Cook tests every recipe & never uses AI to create recipes or images.

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.AcceptReject Read Privacy Policy
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    Non-necessary
    Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
    SAVE & ACCEPT