In summary: The delicious side dishes for pork chops range from Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries and Beans & Broccolini With Crispy Shallots to Tomato, Peach, And Burrata Salad and Honey Roasted Butternut Squash With Cranberries And Feta and many more. Since pork chops can be prone to dryness due to their low-fat content, serving them with flavorful sauces is recommended.
Pork chops are a common cut of pork but they are leaner than the other meat cuts. The best way to prepare pork chops is by roasting, grilling, or frying.
Because pork chops are so lean and have very little fat, they can tend to be quite dry, so it’s imperative not to overcook them, and a good idea to always serve them with a sauce.
There are many sides one can serve with their pork chops, but apple sauce makes classic pork chops sides; the sweetness works really well with the pork flavor.
Not sure what goes well with pork chops or what to eat with pork chops? Here are my
suggestions for side dishes for pork chops.
Here’s What To Serve With Pork Chops:
#1. Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries
These carrot chips are delicious and make great sides for pork chops. The carrots are tossed in olive oil, salt, pepper, and grated parmesan and baked in the oven until crisp and golden.
The parmesan adds so much flavor and texture to the carrots; you really should give these fries a try.
This is a great combination of vegetables with different flavors and textures. The broccolini is sautéed with the shallots, and the red chard is wilted down.
The tin of cannellini beans is added and warmed through. The vegetables are finished with a parsley “pesto” sauce and a generous grating of parmesan.
Pork chops are complemented by sweet flavors, and the peach and cherries in this salad do just that.
This salad is fresh and colorful and dressed with a delicious herb vinaigrette of dill, oregano and basil, honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. The sweet fruit, creamy burrata, fresh herbs, and tart dressing makes the perfect side for pork chops.
#4. Honey Roasted Butternut Squash With Cranberries And Feta
This butternut has bursts of sweet and savory notes and is the perfect side dish to serve with your pork chops. The butternut is roasted for 25 minutes; at this point, the cranberries are added to the butternut and roasted until the butternut is tender.
Once cooked, the butternut is sprinkled with cinnamon, drizzled with honey, and finished with crumbled feta. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and salty.
#5. Roast Tomatoes, Fennel And Chickpeas With Preserved Lemons And Honey
This side dish looks delicious and tastes delicious too. The tomatoes are quartered and roasted in harissa, balsamic and olive oil. The fennel is also roasted, but separately with garlic and fennel seeds.
The chickpeas are mixed in with the roast fennel, and the tomatoes are added; the dish is then finished with a preserved lemon and coriander vinaigrette.
#7. Roasted Potato Salad With Dijon And Goat Cheese Dressing
This is a great version of potato salad; it’s better for the waistline and still has great flavor. The potatoes are cut into wedges, tossed in olive oil and powdered stock, and roasted until tender and golden.
The dressing is made up of Dijon mustard, olive oil, goat’s cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped chives- the ingredients are all whisked together and spooned over the hot potatoes and served.
This spinach is so simple to prepare, and it’s delicious.
The garlic is heated in the pan with a bit of olive oil until fragrant, the spinach is added and sautéed until wilted, and it’s seasoned well with salt, pepper, red chili flakes, and a squeeze of lemon. The spinach is finished with a grating of parmesan just before serving.
#9. Roasted Carrots, Apples And Sweet Potatoes With Cinnamon Tahini Drizzle
Apples are the preferred accompaniment to pork; pair it up with sweet potatoes and carrots, and it’s even better. The vegetables are roasted in Christmas spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and clove.
Roasted until soft and tender, the vegetables are then finished with tahini dressing spiced and sweetened with cinnamon, ginger, and maple syrup. The vegetables are topped with chopped walnuts just before serving.
A classic potato bake is always a great side to pork chops. The potatoes are thinly sliced and tossed in paprika, onion, and garlic powder.
The potatoes are then layered up in an ovenproof dish, covered with the cheese sauce, and sprinkled with grated cheese.
The dish is cooked in the oven for 30 minutes covered and then a further 40 minutes uncovered until the potatoes are soft, the cheese has melted, and golden brown.
#11. Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes With Lemon Thyme
I love Jerusalem artichokes! Interesting fact, they belong to the sunflower family. They have a delicious, sweet, earthy, nutty flavor and are treated like potatoes.
They have a very short growing season, so be sure to make the most of them when you can.
The artichokes are kept whole with their skin on in this recipe, tossed in olive oil with garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. The artichokes are roasted until soft and can be served hot or old.
This recipe is a delicious and an interesting way of preparing green beans. The green beans are tossed with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, bread crumbs, and grated parmesan.
The beans are spread on a baking tray and roasted for 20 minutes until the beans are cooked, and the breadcrumbs are crunchy and golden.
This mashed potato has a mellow garlic flavor, as the garlic is roasted before being incorporated into the mashed potato.
The potatoes are chopped and boiled until soft; the potatoes are drained and mashed with the roasted garlic, and the melted butter and warm half and half are added and folded into the mashed potato.
The mashed potato is seasoned well with salt and pepper and garnished with chopped herbs of your choice.
Creamed peas are not the most exciting side dishes, but definitely one of comfort.
The peas are boiled for a couple of minutes and then added to a creamy white sauce, and the dish is seasoned with salt, pepper, and dried dill. Served hot alongside crispy pork chops, these peas are worth bearing in mind.
This is a simple dish of sautéed vegetables, but sometimes that’s all pork chops need.
The peppers and red onion are sliced, the carrots are cut into rounds, and the broccoli is cut into florets. The vegetables are sautéed in olive oil and seasoned with salt, pepper, and oregano.
In my opinion, roasting cauliflower is the best way to prepare it and makes great sides with pork.
The cauliflower is tossed in olive oil, harissa paste, salt, and pepper in this recipe and roasted until tender and slightly charred. The cauliflower is dressed with a tahini and honey dressing and garnished with chopped parsley.
I love this combination of flavors in this salad, like artichokes, roast peppers, and chickpeas red onion.
All dressed in a herb vinaigrette made up of olive oil, maple syrup, red wine vinegar, chopped basil, and oregano. It is simple and fresh and the perfect side for pork chops if you want to have a light and healthy meal.
A good side dish with pork chops could be garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, roasted carrots, or a crisp apple and cabbage slaw, enhancing the meal with a mix of flavors and textures.
What vegetables go well with pork?
Vegetables that go well with pork include roasted Brussels sprouts, sautéed spinach, caramelized onions, and honey-glazed carrots, offering a combination of flavors that complement the meat’s richness.
What to eat with Chinese pork chops?
Dishes that pair nicely with Chinese pork chops include steamed rice, stir-fried bok choy, garlic broccoli, or a vegetable chow mein, creating a balanced meal with a mix of textures and flavors.
Final words
These are the perfect sides to go with pork chops. Don’t forget to reheat pork chops if you’re using the leftovers before serving.
As a qualified Holistic Nutritionist, Helga has also combined her passion for good food and healthy living in wellness coaching. After years practicing in the catering and hospitality industries, Helga now focuses on sharing her knowledge and experience with others through writing about food tips, cooking advice, wellness, global food trends, and travel.
