If you’re looking for the perfect side dish to serve with minestrone soup, this recipe collection has got you covered. From salads to breads to pizzas and more, you’ll be sure to find the right side dish to pair with your favorite minestrone soup recipe.
Minestrone is a classic Italian vegetable soup made with a variety of vegetables in a tomato-infused broth.
The soup often contains white beans or kidney beans as well as either pasta, rice, or potatoes. It can be made with chicken broth or stock or be fully vegetarian using vegetable broth instead.
Some recipes also call for the addition of meat such as ground beef, ground turkey, or Italian sausage.
A number of versions also infuse this delicious soup with a Parmesan rind while cooking.
You can use fresh vegetables or even frozen or leftover vegetables if that’s what you’ve got on hand to make this Italian favorite.
It’s one of my favorite soups because it’s something the whole family can can enjoy and it’s a great way to get the kids to eat their veggies!
Top it off with some Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs such as fresh basil or fresh parsley.
So, if you’re planning on serving up minestrone as a main course, we’ve got some great side dishes in this roundup to help you complete your meal.
Side Dishes to Serve With Minestrone Soup
1
Turkey Meatballs
Enjoy a side of these tasty turkey meatballs on the side of your minestrone or cut them up and mix them in for a twist!
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2
The Typical Mom
Garlic Pull Apart Bread
I'm not gonna lie. Garlic bread is one of the BEST side dishes to ever exist on this planet. And this pull apart version is super easy to make using refrigerated biscuits. Pull a piece and dip right into your bowl of soup.
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3
Saporito Kitchen
Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Pepperoni
Take grilled cheese to the next level with this tasty pizza version. These flavor-packed grilled cheese sandwiches will become a family favorite for sure.
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4
Butter Your Biscuit
Chopped Greek Salad
Any salad that has pasta in the recipe is my kind of salad! Seriously though, aside from pasta, this fresh salad features olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese and chickpeas.
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5
Platter Talk
Homemade Crusty Bread
You simply can't go wrong with a side of crusty bread to pair with a classic minestrone soup…especially one that doesn't require any kneading. It's like I always say, no knead, no problem.
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6
Saporito Kitchen
Air Fryer Calamari
If you're a fan of calamari, you're going to love how it turns out in the air fryer! It's perfectly crispy without loads of added oil.
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7
That Susan Williams
Foccacia with Caramelized Onions
Focaccia is such a versatile bread because it can be made with so many different kinds of flavors. This version with caramelized onions has so much flavor and is the perfect side when soup is starring as your main dish.
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8
The Littlest Crumb
Fig, Pear, Walnut, Brie, Honey and Goat Cheese Pizza
This pizza recipe combines savory and sweet flavors and is the perfect accompaniment to a serving of minestrone soup.
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9
Craving Something Healthy
Chopped Italian Sandwich
This sandwich is easy to make and features a combination of salami, turkey, provolone, and marinated veggies and is perfect for serving alongside a cup of soup.
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10
Craving California
Dandelion Salad with Pecorino and Lemon
If you love the peppery flavor of arugula, you've got to try this dandelion salad. This recipe features a simple lemon dressing and shaved Pecorino Romano cheese.
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11
Homemade in the Kitchen
Green Onion Salad
This simple salad combines green onions, cucumber, and sweet bell peppers with a lemon ginger dressing for an easy and light side for your hearty soup.
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12
Dizzy Busy and Hungry
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic
When in doubt, add garlic! This easy recipe for roasted Brussels sprouts with garlic is a great choice to pair with a hearty soup like minestrone.
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13
Kara Lydon
Air Fryer Cauliflower
I don't know about you, but for me the air fryer makes everything better…even cauliflower! Simply seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and salt, this crispy cauliflower is a super tasty side dish.
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14
Joy Food Sunshine
Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe
This perfectly seasoned oven-roasted broccoli makes a great side for soup. Go ahead and sprinkle on some Parmesan too if you'd like.
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15
2 Cookin Mamas
Italian Stromboli
Featuring Italian sausage, pepperoni, and three kinds of cheese, this Stromboli recipe will knock your socks off.
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16
Brooklyn Farm Girl
Tomato Mozzarella Salad with Avocado
This tasty salad has just 5 ingredients plus salt and pepper for a quick and easy side to pair with a bowl of minestrone.
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17
Good Food Baddie
Spinach Artichoke Pizza
Fans of spinach and artichoke will rejoice because you can now enjoy your favorite dip in the form of a pizza! Top this cheesy goodness off with some red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
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18
The Devil Wears Salad
Easy Tomato Burrata Salad
Featuring a combination of medium-sized tomatoes and cherry tomatoes, this colorful and flavorful burrata salad is easy to make and perfect for serving alongside soup.
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19
Rich and Delish
Best Cheesy Garlic Pizza
If you love making homemade pizzas, this recipe is a must-try! Featuring a flavorful garlic butter sauce, this pizza is a winner for sure.
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20
foodworthfeed
Arugula and Prosciutto Salad
This flavor-packed arugula salad features prosciutto, cubed bread, tomatoes, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese tossed in a fig and balsamic vinaigrette.
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21
iFoodReal
Italian Chopped Salad
Salami, mozzarella, chickpeas, pepperoncini, and more make up this easy chopped salad recipe that's perfect for pairing with minestrone soup.
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22
The Belly Rules the Mind
Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks
This copycat recipe of everyone's favorite restaurant breadsticks is just as good, if not better, than the original. Always a favorite with minestrone, these breadsticks are sure to please!
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23
Profusion Curry
Pan Fried Gnocchi
Pan frying gnocchi is a great alternative to boiling this potato-y pasta. It gives it a nice crispy outside, while the inside stays soft and pillowy.
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24
Balance With Jess
Air Fryer Parmesan Potato Wedges
Seasoned potato wedges with Parmesan cheese are a perfect side for serving alongside soup. And they're easy to make with less oil in the air fryer.
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25
Summer Yule
Air Fryer Garlic Bread
Perfectly crispy and buttery garlic bread is easy to make in the air fryer. You can make it with fresh garlic or garlic powder and with or without Parmesan cheese.
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26
Recipes From a Pantry
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
Soup and a grilled cheese sandwich is a classic combination. This grilled cheese is easy to make in the air fryer and is made with sliced pear for a touch of sweetness.
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27
Watch Learn Eat
Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks are a favorite of both kids and grownups alike. It takes just minutes to make them in the air fryer for a quick and easy side.
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As you can see, there are so many great options to serve with minestrone soup. So, which will you choose?
All of these dishes look so delicious! I’ve bookmarked this page so I can try each one! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much, Lilly! Hope you enjoy them all! 🙂