What to Serve with Beef Stroganoff (21 Perfect Sides)

Egg noodles are traditional and the perfect accompaniment for beef stroganoff! There's a time and place for the convenience of packaged egg noodles, but once you try this easy homemade version, you'll definitely notice the difference in taste and texture! These homemade egg noodles are freezer friendly too, so if you're on a roll, make several batches at once and stash some away for later use!

Rice is a great choice to use as a bed for beef stroganoff and here, you'll learn how to cook it without it turning into a sticky mess. This method is heavy on the water ratio to rice, and consists of boiling, draining and then steaming the rice in a covered pot to tender and fluffy deliciousness. If you've been looking for a new way to achieve rice perfection, give this method a try.

Orzo, which is really a tiny pasta that resembles rice, is a great side item to serve with beef stroganoff. The fact that this recipe has garlic and parmesan cheese infused in it makes it all the more swoon-worthy. It's made in one pot and this creamy, cheesy and highly seasoned dish can be ready in about 15 minutes.

Mashed potatoes are perfect to soak up the rich sour cream sauce of beef stroganoff!...and a side the whole family can agree on! Skip the gravy on these perfect potatoes...but don't skip the SECRET INGREDIENT!!

The cabbage-like taste of brussels sprouts pairs perfectly with beef stroganoff as a side item. You can easily roast fresh sprouts to crispiness in the oven, drizzled with olive oil and minced garlic for a spicy seasoning. About halfway through, add freshly grated parmesan cheese for an additional layer of deliciousness.

This healthy side dish adds a colorful and nutritious side item for beef stroganoff. Carrots, potatoes and sweet potatoes are seasoned with onion and garlic before being roasted with a drizzle of olive oil. This easy side dish is a tasty complement to a beef dish.

This air fryer broccoli is a quick and easy side dish with just a few ingredients that pack a serious flavor punch from Parmesan cheese and lemon juice! This easy side dish comes together in less than 15 minutes and using the air fryer is a great option and WAY quicker than roasting broccoli in the oven!

Garlic bread is perfect for mopping up that delicious sauce from beef stroganoff or, if your bread is substantial, use it as a base to ladle the stroganoff on top of it. Make it quickly in your air fryer by slathering sliced French bread with plenty of butter and then seasoning with garlic and parmesan cheese. Air fry for just 5 minutes until crispy.

Keep it healthy with a simple side salad. Romaine lettuce is tossed with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, green olives, and a little fresh Parmesan. It's all tossed in a perfect Italian vinaigrette!

Even kids will love this side item of French fries paired with beef stroganoff! Easily make them yourself with the help of your air fryer or Instant Pot. Slice your potatoes and season them and choose your method of cooking. It's an easier and healthy version of everyone's favorite potato-based side item.

Cabbage is a popular accompaniment to beef stroganoff and this braised red cabbage recipe is one that adds the spice of mustard to green cabbage. Onion, garlic, broth, and butter, along with the mustard, cook to deliciousness along with the cabbage. The flavors develop as it all becomes tender. It's a nice contrast in flavor to the beef stroganoff.

If you're trying to watch your carb intake, mashed cauliflower is an excellent substitute for potatoes, rice or noodles. Roasted florets become tender in the oven with plenty of herb and spicy seasonings. Add the roasted florets to a pot with warmed heavy cream and butter and use an immersion blender to purée it to a mashed consistency. Serve as a side item or ladle the beef stroganoff on top of it.

Homemade potato dumplings, or gnocchi, are a great side dish for beef stroganoff. Simple ingredients--flour, potatoes, and egg make up the easy dough that you roll, shape, and cut into tiny log shapes. Drop them in boiling water to cook. You can make a double batch and freeze them, cooked or uncooked, for later, too!

Whether you eat them with a fork or choose to call it finger food, these panko-crusted asparagus spears are a crunchy delight. Just a little dredge in flour and egg before being coated in panko crumbs and grated Parmesan will make them ready for their session in the oven. In just 10 minutes you'll have a veggie side item that even the kids will munch on!

These air fryer baby carrots are a quick and simple side dish that’s parent and kid-approved! These air fried roasted carrots are tossed in a sweet and savory glaze that’s a cinch to make. This delicious recipe is a perfect for busy weeknight but also special enough for your holiday table!

If you need a light side to go with your hearty meal, look no further than this simple arugula salad!  Arugula is tossed with the bright, simple flavors of lemon and olive oil, then topped with shaved Parmesan cheese. Your go-to salad is ready in about 5 minutes!

For a slightly different, yet super easy take on potatoes, use small red potatoes with the skins left on and boil them until tender. Drain, dry, and season with garlic and melted butter. Add them to a baking sheet and lightly mash each potato with a fork. Roast until crispy and serve along with your favorite beef stroganoff recipe. Literally the perfect side dish for anything!!

Try this sweet and sour braised cabbage dish for exciting flavors to pair as a side item to beef stroganoff. You'll braise the red cabbage, onion, and apples on the stovetop along with balsamic vinegar. It's a delicious side dish and an easy and healthy way to incorporate veggies and fruit in one dish.

1. Buttery sauteed green beans are an excellent side dish for beef stroganoff! With a good kick of garlic and a hint of lemon juice, you will love this super easy green bean recipe!

Add a touch of sweetness to your beef stroganoff meal with these scrumptious roasted smashed sweet potato bites. A little melted garlic butter adds a zing to these potatoes and all they need is a session under the broiler to crisp up. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese for added flavor.

No need to knead your homemade bread with this Dutch oven method! Perfect for newbie bread makers, you can make this dense yet fluffy bread with hardly any effort. It takes just 4 ingredients and you can let it rise overnight before baking it for 30 minutes in a covered Dutch oven. You'll love the crusty result that pairs beautifully with beef stroganoff.