Go Back
–+ servings
Serving Meat Pies? 15 Easy Sides That Go Great

Serving Meat Pies? 15 Easy Sides That Go Great

No ratings yet
We provide a list of 15 sides that balance rich meat pies by adding fresh vegetables, bright acids, and comforting starches. These options offer a range of textures, temperatures, and effort levels to create a well-rounded meal that complements the savory filling and flaky pastry.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: British
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes creamy
  • Roasted Honey-Glazed Carrots tender
  • Tangy Apple Cider Slaw crisp
  • Sauteed Green Beans with Lemon Zest bright
  • Classic Brown Gravy rich
  • Crusty Rustic Sourdough Bread crunchy
  • Mushy Peas with Mint sweet
  • Spiced Red Cabbage Slaw bright
  • Roasted Garlic Parmesan Potatoes crispy
  • Zesty Tomato Chutney tangy
  • Simple Mixed Green Salad with Vinaigrette fresh
  • Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts caramelized
  • Pickled Beet and Onion Salad acidic
  • Buttery Dinner Rolls with Herb Butter soft
  • Creamy Horseradish Sauce spicy

Equipment

  • Sheet pan for roasting vegetables and potatoes
  • Mixing bowl for salads and dips
  • Cutting board for chopping vegetables and herbs
  • Serving platter to arrange main and sides

Method
 

  1. Assess what the main dish already provides—if it has starch, focus on vegetables and fresh sides.
  2. Choose 2-3 sides that fill different gaps: one vegetable, one starch or bread, one sauce or dip.
  3. Start the longest-cooking side first. Prep quick items like salads while the oven works.
  4. Balance temperatures—pair hot roasted vegetables with a cold slaw or chilled dip.
  5. Plate the main dish with sides arranged around it. Drizzle sauce or add garnish last.

Notes

Add a fresh salad or tangy slaw and keep it chilled until serving. This prevents the plate from feeling too heavy and keeps the meal balanced with acidity and freshness.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!