11 Delicious Sides to Serve with Reuben Casserole

You’ve come to the correct spot if you’re wondering what to serve with your Reuben casserole.

In this essay, I’ll discuss 11 of the most popular Reuben casserole side dishes.

In a rush? Heres the short answer.

Colcannon, green beans with bacon, or handmade baked beans are the ideal side dishes to go with Reuben casserole. Irish boxty, onion rings, creamy coleslaw, or a tart cucumber and onion salad may also be served. If you want to provide a dessert, baileys cheesecake is a good choice.

Ready? lets jump right in.

Colcannon (Irish mashed potatoes)

I’ve yet to find a mashed potato dish that I didn’t like.

And these Irish mashed potatoes are no exception.

In fact, theyre on a whole other level.

Colcannon is a creamy treat made with plenty of butter, milk, and leafy greens like kale that is sure to fill you up.

When you serve colcannon with your melty Reuben casserole, you’re in for an Irish feast.

Classic wedge salad

Looking for a light dish to accompany your casseroles, meats, and carbohydrates?

A classic wedge salad should do the trick.

It’s so full of tantalizing toppings that even salad haters can’t get enough of it: bacon, egg, and a creamy, cheesy dressing.

The salty blue cheese in the dressing complements the sour sauerkraut in your dish well.

It also looks pretty fancy.

Roasted lemon and garlic asparagus

Reuben casseroles are salty, sweet, and cheesy.

However, they have one major flaw: they lack a few nutritious greens.

Fortunately, this is a simple remedy with a side of roasted asparagus. This is a simple side dish with a lot of flavor, particularly when asparagus is in season.

To brighten the tastes, a sprinkle of lemon and a few garlic cloves are all that is required.

Check out the busy baker for the full recipe.

Fried onion rings

I’ve found precisely the thing to spice up your Reuben casserole onion rings.

They’ll offer a crisp texture to your food and are sure to satisfy. Everyone will be delighted to see them.

Try this easy fried onion rings recipe.

The recipe calls for a light yellow onion, however white onions may be used for a stronger taste. Choose some Walla Walla onions for a sweeter option.

Psst these go great with ranch dressing.

Sauteed brussel sprouts

A Reuben casserole is a rich, cozy meal, but as I previously said, it is light on vegetables.

These crisp brussel sprouts (not only for Christmas!) will help to balance out your meal.

It may be ready in less than 15 minutes, which is ideal if you are short on time or in a hurry.

Don’t restrict yourself to sprouts; for a different flavor, try mushrooms, zucchini, spinach, or peas.

This recipe is a must-try.

Copy-cat Heinz baked beans

The Reuben dish isn’t as saucy as usual casseroles.

So it needs a saucy side for all that bread.

Baked beans, my favorite saucy side (drumroll please).

They’re a beefed-up tomato sauce with some soft beans added for texture. It goes well with a bready casserole.

If you prefer Heinz baked beans, this dish from RecipeTinEats tastes almost identical.

Cucumber and vidalia onion salad

A tangy, refreshing salad will always complement a carb-heavy, cheese-laden dish like a Reuben casserole.

And this cucumber and vidalia onion salad is just right.

It’s colorful, vivid, and only requires a few ingredients.

This 10-minute cucumber and vidalia onion salad is not to be missed. It will assist to cleanse your palette after the strong tastes of the Reuben.

Creamy broccoli salad

Salads made out of leaves might sometimes leave you hungry.

That is not the case with this creamy broccoli salad; there is not a single lettuce leaf to be found!

It has sunflower seeds for crunch, red onions for zing, and luscious grapes for sweetness.

The earthy broccoli is coated in a (dairy-free), mustardy sauce that complements the Reuben dish wonderfully.

Psst, I also have a nice post on how to serve broccoli salad.

Irish boxty 

Hosting a St. Patricks dinner party soon?

Keep the Irish theme going by serving your Reuben casserole with these decadent potato pancakes (also known as Irish boxty).

They have a crunchy outside and a soft and fluffy inside.

For a tasty supper, top these 20-minute Irish boxty with sour cream or melted butter.

Chick-fil-A coleslaw

Coleslaw is a typical side for Reuben sandwiches, so serving it with a Reuben casserole makes sense.

It’s ideal for bringing to a potluck or as a refreshing side dish for lunch.

And if you like Chick-fil-A, I have a treat for you: this fake Chick-fil-A.A coleslaw tastes just like the genuine thing!

Bailey’s Irish cheesecake

A Reuben casserole is virtually a complete dinner in and of itself, so skipping the side and going directly to the dessert wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world.

And this Irish cheesecake is fantastic. Bailey’s, but in cake form.

What more could you want?!

The cheesecake is grand enough for a major occasion, but it’s also simple enough to prepare for a midweek treat.

Check out Jamies recipe for this sweet cake.

The best side dishes for Reuben casserole

• Colcannon (Irish mashed potatoes)
• Classic wedge salad
• Roasted lemon and garlic asparagus
• Fried onion rings
• Sauteed brussel sprouts
• Copy-cat Heinz baked beans
• Cucumber and vidalia onion salad
• Creamy broccoli salad
• Irish boxty
• Chick-fil-A coleslaw
• Baileys Irish cheesecake