Pulled Pork Side Dishes ⋆ 100 Days of Real Food

Let’s face it, pulled pork is a crowd-pleaser. It’s smoky, tender, and endlessly versatile. What truly takes a pulled pork dish from good to great? Pulled pork side dishes! The right selection of side dishes can elevate your meal from a simple sandwich to a restaurant-worthy spread.

In this guide, we’ll explore the delicious world of pulled pork side dishes. We will cover classic favorites that guarantee smiles around the table, explore exciting new flavor combinations, and offer options to suit every dietary need.

Elevate your meals with these irresistible smashed sweet potatoes! Crispy edges meet fluffy interiors, bursting with sweet and savory flavor. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, they’ll leave you wanting more!

These air fryer potatoes are so golden, crispy, and delicious! They are a much healthier alternative to classic French fries. The air fryer makes them extra crunchy and flavorful. 

This Asian version ditches the mayo for a light, flavorful dressing. Packed with crunchy cabbage and radishes, it’s a perfect side dish for pulled pork or a delightful addition to any salad spread.

This strawberry cucumber salad recipe would make a great side dish to go with dinner or lunch, or I could honestly even eat this one for breakfast. 

These smashed potatoes are golden crispy! They are soft and fluffy on the inside. These roasted potatoes are a great side dish for any meal. Serve them with chicken, beef, pork, burgers, hot dogs, and more. They are a fun way to make potatoes and the perfect pulled pork side dish.

Beat the heat with this refreshing Green Apple Cucumber Slaw! Crisp Granny Smith apples and cool cucumbers are bathed in a creamy dressing, making it a delightful and light counterpoint to rich pulled pork.

This Southern Potato Salad swaps creamy dressing for a tangy vinaigrette, keeping the classic flavors without the heaviness. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or anytime you crave a delicious side dish for pulled pork.

This Easy Mexican Street Corn takes fresh summer corn and transforms it into a vibrant side dish. Charred kernels are coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a kick of lime, making it a fiesta in every bite! This is one of the best pulled pork side dishes.

Mexican Street Corn Salad takes all the juicy flavor of Elote and transforms it into a colorful, refreshing side dish. Juicy corn, black beans, and vibrant veggies mingle in a creamy, lime-kissed sauce – it’s the perfect summer companion to anything grilled!

These oven roasted Brussels sprouts are golden and crispy! Inside, they are tender. These roasted veggies are a healthy side dish or appetizer. The Brussels sprouts become caramelized in the oven. This gives them a naturally sweet and incredibly delicious flavor!

Pasta salad is easy to make on Sunday and have ready to go in the fridge all week long. Try this twist with red peppers for a tasty way to change things up!

This Easy Italian Pasta Salad recipe is the perfect dish to bring to any picnic, BBQ, or camping trip this summer. It comes together in only 20 minutes. It’s loaded with vegetables, salami, and finished off with a homemade Italian dressing.

Creamed corn is the perfect side dish for any meal! It has a slightly sweet and savory flavor. The rich texture of the corn kernels blends perfectly with the creamy base. This easy side dish is great for family dinners, barbecues, holidays, and more! This is one of the most delicious pulled pork side dishes.

Switch up your basic roasted potatoes with these Oven-Baked Cheese Fries! You can indulge in these without worrying about the deep-fried heaviness of the restaurant versions.

Savor these creamy mashed potatoes without milk. They are buttery, creamy, and so flavorful. Perfect for dietary preferences or just for a change. 

These Slow Cooker Baked Beans would be the perfect addition to any summer BBQ, cookout, or picnic, AND they are just as delicious leftover, so if you are entertaining make your day even easier by cooking these a day in advance.

These roasted red potatoes are crispy and golden on the outside! They are buttery soft and creamy inside. This quick and easy recipe is great as an appetizer or side dish. 

When you are tired of rice and potatoes as a side dish for dinner, give this starchy recipe a try. This Buttermilk Scallion Cornbread Casserole is the perfect complement to so many dinner dishes.

A Mexican take on a watermelon salad with simple, real ingredients. It’s crunchy, sweet, salty, slightly spicy, and sour all in one dish!

This homemade brown gravy recipe delivers a smooth, creamy, and rich flavor that will enhance any meal! It’s quick and easy to prepare, requiring just 10 minutes. Perfect for use with chicken, pot roast, turkey, steak, beef, mashed potatoes, and more!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

These are just a few ideas to get you started. With a little creativity, you can easily adapt these recipes or explore other options like potato salad, a vinegar-based slaw, or grilled vegetables. Remember, the key is to keep it simple and delicious, letting your pulled pork be the star.

Fire up the grill, grab your favorite pulled pork recipe, and whip up some of these easy sides. You’ve got the recipe for a perfect barbecue that’s sure to be a hit with everyone! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of your guests – you’ve got this!