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I’ve rounded up several of our favorite Italian side dishes to complement any dinner, but especially Italian!
More Than Just Breadsticks!
If you’ve been to an Italian restaurant, you may have been fed complimentary bread or Breadsticks as a side dish to your main Italian dish, which is delicious. But don’t limit your side dishes, there is SO much more than just bread!
For Italian sides tips & tricks, scroll to the bottom of this post!
Pick your favorite Italian chicken or pasta dish and pair it with any of these perfect side dishes like our cheesy garlic bread! Or stick with a classic loaf of Italian Bread dipped in olive oil sprinkled with black pepper – yum!
1 Garlic Bread Recipe
Garlic Bread Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutesminutes
Recipe Video
This is by far our favorite Garlic Bread recipe. It takes minutes to put together and is SO cheesy and delicious. It’s the perfect side dish for any meal, but especially for pasta and Italian dishes!
Crisp yet fluffy bread topped with delicious herbs and seasonings. This flavorful focaccia bread is so easy to make, and is perfect for sandwiches, dipping in soups, or enjoying on its own!
Juicy roasted tomatoes are the yummiest and easiest appetizer or side dish. Roasting them (with a little olive oil, basil and parmesan) brings out every delicious flavor!
If you’re looking for a tasty side, these Baked Zucchini Chips are your answer! Sliced zucchini baked to perfection with a bread crumb and parmesan crust. These bite-sized veggies taste amazing and are a great alternate to the classic fried zucchini recipe.
Delicious and Healthy Baked Parmesan Zucchini. These spears are crusted in Parmesan cheese and baked to perfection, making them a great side dish for any meal.
Roasted Green Beans are the easiest and most delicious healthy side dish that goes perfect with any dinner. Plus, they’re quick and great for holiday meals too.
Italian cuisine is known for its focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. The specific produce used will vary depending on the region of Italy and the season. This list gives a good starting point for finding classic Italian recipes.
vegetables. tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, artichokes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, arugula, spinach, capers, and Swiss chard
Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipes—each one tested in her kitchen—that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!
