Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that everyone loves with its layers of deliciousness. The combination of pasta, meat, cheese, and tomato sauce makes a great meal. The debate of what gets layered first still goes on, but whichever way you choose to assemble your lasagne, the final result is always tasty.
Not sure what side dishes to serve with your Lasagna or what goes well with Lasagna. While a side dish of salad is great, there are plenty of other options of side dishes to choose from that will elevate your Lasagna to the next level. Here are some great alternatives to salads to eat with lasagne next time.
Here’s What To Serve With Lasagna:
#1. Lemon and Feta Grilled Asparagus
Asparagus make great sides for Lasagna and this recipe is tasty and easy-to-make. The fresh asparagus spears are lightly charred on the grill, giving them a smoky and slightly charred flavour.
They are then tossed with a simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice and crumbled feta cheese, which adds a salty element to the dish. The combination of flavours and textures is refreshing and satisfying, making it a side dish for Lasagna.
Miso Butter Roasted Radishes is a delicious way to enjoy this little vegetable. This side dish is a new twist on radishes which are normally served raw and chopped up in a salad. The radishes are roasted until tender and caramelized, creating sweet and savoury flavours. The miso paste and butter are mixed and tossed with the hot roasted radishes from the oven. This side dish is wholesome with the earthy sweetness from the roast radishes and the rich umami flavours from the miso butter.
Vegetable gratins make delicious comforting Lasagna side dishes. Sliced sweet potatoes, parsnips, and beetroots are tossed with cream, thyme, garlic, and grated parmesan and then layered in an oven-proof dish. The dish is then baked until the vegetables are tender. Grated gruyere cheese is sprinkled on top and returned back to the oven until the cheese has melted and is golden brown. This side dish is hearty and wholesome and great served on the side with Lasagna.
This recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal. Thinly sliced zucchini and mushrooms are pan-fried with garlic and herbs until tender and lightly browned. The vegetables are then tossed with some chopped fresh herbs, seasoned well, and finished off with a grating of parmesan.
This recipe features an assortment of vegetables, including zucchini, red onions, potatoes, and tomatoes, which are sliced, tossed with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. The vegetables are seasoned and arranged in a baking dish.
Tin tomatoes are poured over the vegetables, and the dish is then baked until the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized. The result is a flavourful and colourful medley of vegetables, perfect for serving on the side with your Lasagna or even on its own it’s that delicious.
Carrot sides with Lasagna are the perfect combination. Honey-roasted carrots with feta is a simple and flavourful side dish that is easy to make. The peeled carrots are tossed with olive oil, honey, and garlic, then roasted in the oven until tender and slightly caramelized.
The dish is finished with crumbled feta cheese and a garnish with fresh dill and a drizzle of honey. The salty tang of the feta cheese complements the sweetness of the roasted carrots, making for a tasty and satisfying side dish.
This is a very simple but super tasty side dish; it’s packed full of flavour and very healthy. The fresh spinach leaves are sautéed with a bit of olive oil, garlic, and pine nuts until the leaves have wilted and the garlic and pine nuts are slightly toasted.
The spinach is then seasoned well, with salt and pepper, and finished with a squeeze of lemon. The lemon brightens the dish with a bit of acidity, and the pine nuts add a hint of nutty creaminess.
Sautéed fennel with garlic is an easy-to-make side dish that features the unique flavours of fennel. The fennel is cut into wedges and sautéed with garlic in olive oil until caramelized and brown. A splash of tomato juice is added to the pan, and the fennel is steamed until tender and slightly caramelized.
The dish is finished with a seasoning of salt and black pepper, a squeez of lemon, and garnished with chopped fennel fronds. The fresh anise-like flavours of fennel are great served as a side dish, and it enhances the flavours of the food.
This dish is bursting with flavour, thanks to the combination of savoury garlic, salty parmesan cheese, and creamy roasted cauliflower. The head of cauliflower is cut into bite-size florets, then tossed in olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, then roasted in the oven until they are tender and golden brown. The dish is flavourful, healthy, and so easy to prepare and can even be prepared while the Lasagna is baking in the oven.
Green beans make great Lasagna sides, and this side dish is easy to prepare. The green beans are topped, tailed, and then tossed in a bowl with olive oil, salt and pepper, garlic, and grated parmesan. Once evenly coated, the beans are spread evenly in one layer on a roasting tray. The green beans are roasted in the oven until just tender. The beans are then topped with grated mozzarella and baked again until the mozzarella has melted and is slightly caramelized. You could easily bake this side dish in the oven with the lasagna at the same time.
The tender broccolini is lightly sautéed with fragrant ginger and nutty sesame oil, creating a flavourful and aromatic dish. The ginger adds a subtle spiciness that complements the earthy broccolini, while the sesame oil lends a rich, toasty flavour. The dish is garnished with a sprinkling of sesame seeds, adding some crunch and an extra pop of nutty flavor. This side dish will certainly add great flavour to your classic Lasagna.
#12. Hasselback Butternut Squash with Browned Butter
This Hasselback butternut squash is a show-stopping side dish that will impress your guests. The squash is sliced thinly and arranged in a fan-like pattern, allowing it to cook evenly and absorb all the flavours. The butter is melted and seasoned, and fresh chopped sage is stirred in.
The butternut is brushed with browned butter, adding a rich and nutty flavour to the sweet and savoury squash. As it bakes, the squash becomes tender and caramelized on the edges, resulting in a perfectly cooked and flavorful butternut squash.
#13. Grilled Eggplant in Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce Recipe
This grilled eggplant in sweet chili garlic sauce is a delicious dish, even if it’s just eaten on its own. The eggplant is first grilled until tender and has a smoky flavour. Then, it’s coated in a sticky and sweet chili garlic sauce, which adds a spicy kick to the dish. The sauce is made with sweet chili sauce, garlic, and soy sauce, resulting in a perfect balance of sweet and savoury flavours. The dish is finished with chopped fresh cilantro, adding a fresh and vibrant touch to this delicious grilled eggplant recipe.
This is a great tasty side dish to serve with Lasagna. The mushrooms are sliced and sautéed in butter with chopped shallots. The cauliflower florets are then added, with chopped thyme, parsley, and thyme, and cooked until caramelized. The chicken stock and white wine are then added to the pan to deglaze the bottom and allow the cauliflower to steam through until tender. The vegetables are then seasoned well with salt and pepper and finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley. The earthy and nutty flavours of the vegetables make for a great-tasting side dish that could be served with any red meat dish but would be particularly good with a portion of Lasagna.
This is a great alternative to the regular roasted potatoes. The sweet potatoes are peeled and chopped into wedges. Be sure to keep them the same size so that they all cook evenly. The wedges are tossed in olive oil and seasoned well with cayenne pepper, chili powder, salt, and pepper. The sweet potato is then roasted in a hot oven until golden brown. The wedges are platted up and finished with a drizzle of sesame oil and tahini. The sesame oil adds a rich and nutty flavour to the sweet potatoes and complements their natural sweetness perfectly. The wedges are garnished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh coriander.
This dish is easy to make and highly versatile, as it can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It can also be baked while the Lasagna is in the oven too. The dish is made with sliced cabbage and white beans baked in a flavourful tomato sauce until tender and delicious. The sherry, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and cumin add depth to the tomato sauce and create a rich smoky tomato sauce. A tin of white beans is added to the tomato sauce and gently stirred until well combined. The cabbage wedges are added back to the pan and steamed until cooked and tender.
#17. Sweet Pan-Roasted Peppers with Garlic Infused Sauce
The dish is made with sweet bell peppers that are pan-roasted until they are tender and caramelized. The chopped garlic is added to the pan until lightly toasted, and the cream and half and half are poured into the pan. The sauce is left to infuse for a couple of minutes, and then a roux is added to help thicken it to a nice consistency. The dish is seasoned well and garnished with some chopped parsley.
This is a great crowd-pleaser. Delicious, sweet earthy root vegetables baked in a creamy garlic sauce. The parsnips and beetroots aren’t even peeled, just scrubbed clean, thinly sliced, and placed in an oven-proof dish. The cream, creme fraiche, garlic, and rosemary are heated in a pan until just boiling. Orange zest is added, and the cream is poured over the vegetables to bake. The dish is covered in tin foil and then baked in the oven to steam. The tin foil is removed and placed back in the oven for a further 20mins until goldened and crisp on top.
Having completed three years at cooking school, Gabi then went into the realm of private cheffing where she got to travel the world, cooking for the rich and famous in their luxury homes and holiday homes. Through her travels, she has experienced different cuisines, which she has added to her cooking repertoire.
