Wondering what to serve with gumbo? Discover the perfect pairings for your gumbo with our curated list of 30+ delectable side dishes. From classic favorites to unique twists, elevate your dining experience with these delicious accompaniments.
What is Gumbo?
Gumbo is a rich and flavorful stew that originated in Louisiana, particularly among the Creole and Cajun communities. It typically consists of a thick broth, seasoned with a variety of spices, and filled with ingredients such as meat (like chicken, sausage, or seafood), vegetables (like okra, bell peppers, and onions), and sometimes white rice. Gumbo is known for its complex flavor profile, which often includes a mix of influences from African, French, Spanish, and Native American cuisines, making it a beloved and diverse dish with deep roots in Southern American culinary tradition.
What is Traditionally Served with Gumbo?
- Rice is the traditional accompaniment to gumbo, often served underneath the flavorful stew.
- Cornbread is another popular choice, offering a contrast in texture and a hint of sweetness to complement the savory gumbo.
- Some variations of gumbo may be served with crusty French bread, perfect for soaking up the rich broth.
- Okra, a key ingredient in many gumbo recipes, can also be served alongside or incorporated into the dish itself as a vegetable side. Fried okra, anyone?
- Hush puppies, delicious fried cornmeal balls, are a fantastic addition to accompany gumbo. They offer a crunchy exterior and a soft, savory interior that pairs wonderfully with the hearty stew.
30+ Gumbo Side Dishes
Easy and Tasty Roasted Okra Recipe
My simple and delicious roasted okra recipe turns the biggest okra skeptics into okra lovers! This tasty side dish is smoky and savory with a delightful texture.
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Raw Carrot Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette
Raw carrot salad is a versatile side dish with paper-thin carrot slices and honey lime dressing. Add vibrant color and crunch to your plate.
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New Orleans Fried Oyster Salad
Spicy and crunchy with a taste of the Gulf, New Orleans Fried Oyster Salad is an easy and delightful way to armchair travel!
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Garlic Bread Baguette
Food52’s 4-hour baguettes helped redeem the stone baguette baker while conjuring up perfectly crispy baguettes in an afternoon.
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How to Make Easy Quick Pickled Cabbage
Learn how to make quick and easy pickled cabbage recipe in this informative post! Pickled cabbage can add a dash of crunch and tang to a variety of dishes, making it a wonderful condiment to have on hand in the refrigerator.
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Vegan Southern Potato Salad
Super easy Vegan Southern Potato Salad, just like the classic! Traditional Southern-style mustard potato salad that’s eggless, gluten-free, & allergy-free!
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Apple Juice Carrots for a Crowd
Apple Juice Carrots for a Crowd is an affordable, family favorite recipe, easy to make for 25, 50, even 100 people with only 3 ingredients.
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Coleslaw Pasta Salad
Coleslaw Pasta Salad has all the crunch and flavor of coleslaw in a delicious macaroni salad perfect for a potluck or summer barbecue.
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Jalapeno Black Eyed Peas with Smoked Pork Jowl
Jalapeno black eyed peas are a quick and easy side dish to whip up for your southern dinner. Add in smoked pork jowl and you are flavor heaven.
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Andouille and Crawfish Pimento Cheese Fries
What says Mardi Gras better than Andouille and Crawfish Pimento Cheese Fries!! The New Orleans inspired dish certainly screams “laissez les bon temps rouler”
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Beetroot Salad with Pomegranate (Best Beet Recipe)
This beetroot salad with pomegranate is easy, quick and tasty – and my favorite way to enjoy beets! Perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs, you will definitely want to try this vibrant, simple and healthy salad.
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Green Chile Brown Rice Casserole
Green Chile Brown Rice Casserole is a cheesy, easy side dish to complement your main course with creamy sour cream, green chile, and jalapeno.
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Vegan Jalapeño Cornbread (Gluten-Free)
The best Vegan Jalapeño Cornbread! Moist, tender, this gluten-free jalapeño cheddar cornbread has a perfect balance of sweet and spicy!
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Southern Style Cheesy Jalapeno Grits
These jalapeno cheddar cheese grits are the perfect southern comfort food and make the perfect side to some Cajun shrimp.
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How to Make Rice and Peas
Prepared in 30 minutes, everyone will love this easy-peasy, classic and delicious rice and peas recipe, also referred to as risi e bisi.
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Keto Greek Salad (Gluten Free)
This keto greek salad is full of zesty flavor and yet won’t put you out of ketosis. Perfect for anyone on a keto or low carb diet.
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Bacon Fried Corn
This easy recipe for bacon fried corn is a Southern classic. Fresh corn off the cob is cooked in the skillet & seasoned for a sweet, salty, crispy, & tasty side dish no one can resist.
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Mücver (Turkish Zucchini Fritters)
Mücver are Turkish fritters made with zucchini (courgettes), crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, mucver are perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
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Zesty Butter Beans
Zesty, creamy, and delicious butter beans can be enjoyed as is stew-style or served over rice or quinoa for a filling meal. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
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Lemon Arugula Salad Recipe with Parmesan Cheese
This Lemon Arugula Salad is light, and perfect with any meal. It mixes arugula, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and pine nuts with a light lemony dressing.
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Baked Risotto Gorgonzola Recipe: Gluten Free
This creamy gluten free baked risotto gorgonzola is easy because you don’t have to stir it! Making tasty risotto was never easier!
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Easy Rainbow Roasted Carrots
These are the most flavorful easy Roasted Rainbow Carrots. Learn how to cook rainbow carrots that are vegetarian, gluten-free and nut free.
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Air Fryer Corn On The Cob in Indian Style
This easy Air fryer Corn on the Cob, roasted to perfection, made in Indian style, crispy from out & tender within is incredible appetizer.
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Easy Kale Salad Recipe with Lemon Dressing
Easy Kale Salad Recipe with Lemon Dressing is ready to eat in under 5 minutes. This kale salad is simple, yet full of flavor from the freshly grated Parmesan, lemon.
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Copycat Buffalo Wild Wings Potato Wedges
This copycat Buffalo Wild Wings potato wedge recipe is everything you love about the original only healthier. These fries are so good you’ll eat them right off the baking sheet while they’re still too hot!
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Air Fryer Zucchini (Vegan, Keto, Gluten-Free)
This easy, healthy Air Fryer Zucchini squash recipe is packed with flavor for the perfect side dish, appetizer or snack. Naturally vegan, keto and gluten-free.
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Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
Homemade buttermilk biscuits are light and fluffy biscuits that are made with just six ingredients. They make a tasty breakfast treat!
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15-Min Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Yogurt Dressing (No Mayo)
This broccoli cauliflower salad is crunchy, super nutritious, and packed with flavor! Plus, you can easily prep it ahead of time.
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Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls Recipe
Even if you’re not an experienced baker, you can make soft, buttery dinner rolls in only an hour. This recipe for easy yeast rolls for beginners won’t leave you feeling intimated or worried. The easy to follow steps will give you light and fluffy yeast rolls every time.
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Crockpot Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Butter
This kid-friendly side dish is sure to be a hit, and with just 5 ingredients these crockpot mashed sweet potatoes couldn’t be easier!
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Mango Pico de Gallo – Fresh Mango Salsa
Try this Mango Pico de Gallo – Fresh Mango Salsa recipe if you are looking for a quick, tasty, and colorful appetizer.
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French Bread Recipe
This Crusty French Bread boasts a crispy golden crust and a soft and chewy center. Just a handful of basic ingredients needed. Easy!
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Smoky Baked Purple Sweet Potato Fries
Easy to make purple sweet potato fries with a delightful smoky and savory flavor. Naturally plant-based.
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Sautéed Green Beans (no blanching!)
These easy to make Sautéed Green Beans with a hint of garlic don’t need to be blanched and are cooked all in one skillet in just minutes.
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