15 Delicious Side Dishes to Serve with Goulash

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

In this post, I’ll present 15 of the most popular goulash side dishes.

In a rush? Heres the short answer.

Lemon parmesan pasta, braised red cabbage, and bread dumplings are the ideal side dishes to offer with goulash. Serve brussel sprout chips, couscous green pea salad, or a Hungarian cucumber salad as a lighter side. You might offer a cauliflower steak or egg-fried rice as an alternative.

Ready? Lets jump right in.

Hungarian cucumber salad 

If you want to prepare a whole Hungarian supper at home, this delicious cucumber salad is just what you need.

The cold, creamy cucumbers will provide a refreshing counterpoint to the thick, flavorful stew, keeping everything from becoming too heavy.

Check these European recipes to discover how to create it (you’ll need to plan ahead so the cucumbers can absorb all of the flavors from the sauce).

Bread dumplings

Stew and dumplings are a classic combination.

So pairing these Southern German bread dumplings with your Hungarian goulash makes perfect sense.

The dumplings will soak up all of the delectable sauce, ensuring that each mouthful is flavorful.

And they’re quite simple to manufacture. All you need is some leftover bread and pantry basics for the rest of the ingredients.

Egg fried rice

Are you a fan of fusion cuisine?

Make regular rice into egg-fried rice to take it to the next level.

The nutty sesame oil and umami from the soy sauce give the goulash a depth of flavor I didn’t believe was possible.

Check out the culinary sanctuary’s delectable fried rice. It is an absolute must-try!

Brussel sprout chips

Have you ever had Brussel sprout chips?

If you haven’t already, I strongly advise you to do so as soon as possible!

They’re a great way to get some vegetables in and my favorite way to consume brussel sprouts.

The crispy texture complements the silky goulash well.

Prepare to be blown away by these brussel sprout chips.

Lemon parmesan pasta

As winter approaches, there’s nothing like a huge bowl of warm goulash in front of you.

Serve the stew over a bed of cheesy pasta for the ultimate comfort food.

And the lemon in the spaghetti adds some acidity to balance out the richness.

Check out Wellness by Kay’s straightforward recipe. It’s simple enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for weekends.

Braised red cabbage (or pickled)

To create braised red cabbage, simmer the cabbage and granny smith apples in vinegar and aromatics.

The resulting dish?

Tender cabbage and apple with a pleasantly tangy taste that will add zing to goulash.

It takes an hour to cook, but if you don’t have the time, some pickled red cabbage is a wonderful replacement. It’ll have a comparable tartness.

Sauteed broccoli

Goulash is a fantastic on-the-go lunch or supper choice since it can be prepared ahead of time and simply heated when ready to eat.

And broccoli makes a great on-the-go side.

It comes together in 15 minutes and reheats well, remaining crispy.

When you have a hectic schedule, this broccoli stir-fry will come in handy.

Couscous green pea salad

This couscous salad is perfect when you want something filling but also some vegetables.

The delicious green peas offer a refreshing note, and the couscous fills you up without leaving you feeling full.

The dish is finished with a tangy vinaigrette that provides some sharpness.

Check out Byron’s kitchen for instructions on how to create this nutritious side dish for your goulash.

30-minute dinner rolls

Nothing beats the aroma of warm dinner rolls fresh from the oven.

Serve with your goulash and watch as they soak up all of the delicious sauce.

Make careful to reserve a few nibbles to soak up all the sauce at the end so that no goulash goes to waste.

These dinner rolls will take you thirty minutes to cook, but believe me, they are worth it!

Fresh caesar salad

Goulash is warm and savory.

Caesar salad is light and creamy.

You have found the definition of balance! When you don’t want something too full as a side, a Caesar salad is ideal.

Check out this recipe for my favorite Caesar salad from Cooking Classy. You’ll like it!

Easy sauteed veggies

Sometimes a simple side is all you need.

Especially when the main course is as filling and delectable as goulash.

This veggie medley takes about 15 minutes to prepare and can be prepared with whatever vegetables you have on hand.

So you might not even have to go to the shop.

Jolie keeps things simple with a simple (yet delicious) salt & pepper flavor.

Cheesy mashed potatoes

Do you have a go-to side?

For me, its mashed potatoes.

They work well with almost anything and may be flavored way you wish.

These creamy mashed potatoes have cheese.

However, I prefer to add mustard or horseradish (for a bit of a kick) or greek yogurt (for a more tangy taste).

Psst, do you want a low-carb version? Make cauliflower mashed potatoes.

Cauliflower steak

Want to try something a little bit different?

These cauliflower steaks will elevate your simple goulash to restaurant-quality status.

A soft cauliflower steak with a gently crisp, golden-brown exterior that is well seasoned.

Your guests will be wowed!

You may also follow Jessica Gavins’ example and make a different sauce for these cauliflower steaks, such as chimichurri.

Southern collard greens 

From one soothing meal to another.

The bacon grease in these collard greens gives the meal a rich smokiness, while the bitter greens provide some bite.

Try my sequined life’s southern collard greens recipe.

As an extra benefit, your kitchen will smell fantastic.

Rutabaga Fries

These rutabaga fries (or swede fries) are a tasty alternative to traditional potato fries.

They have a moderate yet sweet taste that complements the savory goulash.

You don’t even need a dipping sauce since you’ve already got a huge bowl of soup.

These oven-baked fries are healthy and delicious.

The best side dishes to serve with goulash

• Hungarian cucumber salad
• Bread dumplings
• Egg fried rice
• Brussel sprout chips
• Lemon parmesan pasta
• Braised red cabbage (or pickled cabbage)
• Sauteed broccoli
• Couscous green pea salad
• 30-minute dinner rolls
• Fresh caesar salad
• Easy sauteed veggies
• Cheesy mashed potatoes
• Cauliflower steak
• Southern collard greens
• Rutabaga Fries