Wondering what to serve with moussaka for dinner? This handy guide covers all of the best sides for this traditional Greek dish – from veggies, to salads, and more!
Moussaka is a delicious traditional Greek dish that layers potatoes, eggplants, and a ground meat filling with a delicious, creamy bechamel sauce.
Making moussaka is definitely a labor of love, so let’s be sure to choose some side dishes that really complement it well.
I’m sharing 25+ of the most popular and best sides for moussaka.
Side Dishes for Moussaka
Shirazi Salad
This simple Shirazi Salad recipe features fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion. Dressed with plenty of fresh herbs and tossed with a tangy dressing made with lime juice and olive oil. Every bite is bursting with refreshing flavors!
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Greek Roasted Potatoes
These Greek Roasted Potatoes are generously seasoned with oregano, lemon juice, and garlic, then roasted until they’re pillowy soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. Make them for a mostly hands-off and addictively delicious side dish!
Greek Roasted Potatoes
Lemon Dill Chicken Soup Recipe
Avgolemono Soup is the best lemon chicken soup with fresh dill. This authentic Greek Avgolemono Soup recipe is delicious with a hint of lemony brightness to warm you up on chilly winter days!
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Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Lemon Tarragon Aioli are perfect for snacking. Strips of zucchini, coated in panko cook up perfectly crispy in the air fryer. Dip them in an easy-to-prepare creamy aioli flavored with tarragon and lemon.
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Briam (Greek Roasted Vegetables)
Learn how to make Briam, a traditional Greek roasted vegetable dish made with seasoned tomatoes, potatoes, and zucchini. Perfect as a meatless main or a hearty side with your favorite Mediterranean-inspired meals!
Briam
Greek Tomato Cucumber Salad
This Greek Tomato Cucumber Salad tosses cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a delicious, Mediterranean-inspired vinaigrette dressing. Topped with creamy feta and Kalamata olives, it’s the perfect healthy summer side dish or light meal.
Greek Tomato Cucumber Salad with Feta
Greek Lemon Rice
This 30-minute Greek Lemon Rice is a simple side dish bursting with bright lemon flavors and garlicky goodness! You’ll love it next to your favorite grilled meats and Mediterranean mains.
Greek Lemon Rice
How to Cook Israeli Couscous
Learn how to cook perfect Israeli couscous, AKA pearl couscous, every time with this thorough guide. It’s a quick and convenient side dish you can dress up or down and pair with endless main dishes.
Israeli Couscous
The BEST Arugula Salad Dressing
This Arugula Salad recipe with red wine vinaigrette is my go-to green salad. The arugula has a peppery bite to it which pairs wonderfully with the acid in the vinaigrette. It’s the perfect salad for pairing with rich dishes.
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Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction
These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction & Cranberries make a simple and elegant side dish that both kids and adults love!
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Spanakopita and Spanakopita Strudels | Alexandra’s Kitchen
When baked in strudel form, spanakopita assumes an almost breakfast croissant-like character, a perfect bundle of flaky pastry, egg, cheese, and greens.
Get the RECIPE from Alexandra Cooks
Sauteed Zucchini and Squash
You can serve Sauteed Zucchini and Squash with practically anything! It’s a simple side dish that showcases sliced and seared summer squash and savory Italian flavors.
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Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
This Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad with Mustard and Parmesan is tossed in a light red wine vinaigrette and makes a delicious, crunchy side dish.
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Cherry Tomato Salad with Roasted Lemons
This Cherry Tomato Salad with Roasted Lemons is the perfect side dish. Sweet tomatoes combine with a tangy vinaigrette and delicious roasted lemons.
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Sauteed Spinach with Garlic Recipe
Add a healthy boost of nutrients to your dinner with this easy Sauteed Spinach. Baby spinach is added to a skillet along with garlic and olive oil, then sauteed gently to create a simple side dish that pairs with any meal!
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Italian Radicchio Salad
This delicious Italian Radicchio Salad is dressed in a creamy lemon-vinaigrette and tossed with buttery calvestrano olives, tasty breadcrumbs and nutty parmesan cheese. And, a special tip ensures that your radicchio won't be bitter!
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Fennel and Chickpea Salad
This Fennel and Chickpea Salad is tossed in a light citrus vinaigrette & topped with parmesan. It’s the perfect make-ahead salad for potlucks or lunches.
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Mediterranean Tomato Cucumber Salad
This Tomato Cucumber Salad features fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion. Dressed in a tangy homemade red wine vinaigrette, every bite is bursting with refreshing Mediterranean flavors!
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How to Make Crostini
Crostini are easy to make at home using just 3-ingredients – bread, olive oil and salt. This simple crostini recipe is the perfect appetizer for parties. You can make them ahead of time and serve them with a variety of toppings.
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Grilled Broccolini with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This grilled broccolini is topped with a tangy apple cider vinaigrette and marcona almonds for a delicious crunch. It’s a perfect side dish for autumnal menus or Thanksgiving.
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Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic cook up crispy and delicious with minimal oil with the help of your air fryer! Dressed simply with balsamic vinegar and a sprinkle of salt. You'll love these!
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Sous Vide Asparagus
How to cook perfect asparagus sous vide. Bright green, perfectly cooked spears. With three options for flavoring – garlic, parmesan or lemon.
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Simple Roasted Sunchokes
Sunchokes are a knobby root vegetable that can be prepared in more ways than you can imagine! In this recipe, you’ll learn how to roast them with olive oil, garlic, and thyme. It’s an easy side dish you can pair with anything.
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Shaved Fennel Salad
This Fennel Celery Salad comes together quickly and has such a delicious light lemon-parmesan vinaigrette and wonderful crunch. It's the perfect side salad for rich and hearty dishes like pasta or braised short ribs.
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Greek tomato fritters – Lazy Cat Kitchen
Greek tomato fritters are made from a handful of summer staples, they are easy to make and taste like summer. Naturally vegan and can be gluten-free.
Get the RECIPE from Lazy Cat Kitchen
🕕 How to Make Ahead and Store
Many of these moussaka side dish recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.
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🍷 Wine Pairings for Moussaka
- Tempranillo
- Barbera
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What to Serve with Moussaka: 25+ Greek Side Dishes
Wondering what to serve with moussaka for dinner? This handy guide covers all of the best sides for this traditional Greek dish. Try this simple Shirazi Salad. It features fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion. Dressed with plenty of fresh herbs and tossed with a tangy dressing made with lime juice and olive oil.
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Serves 4 people
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound roma tomatoes (small diced)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ pound Persian cucumbers (or English cucumbers, small diced)
- ¼ cup minced red onion
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 limes (juiced (about ¼ cup lime juice))
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Small dice the tomatoes into approximately ¼” cubes.
- Toss the tomatoes with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and place them in a colander to drain while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- Small dice the cucumbers into approximately ¼” cubes, similar to the tomatoes.
- Add the cucumbers, onion, fresh herbs, lime juice and olive oil to a large bowl. Add the drained tomatoes and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- For best results, refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage: Keep any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Just keep in mind that the veggies will soften as they sit in the dressing, possibly making the leftovers soggy.
Dried Mint: Traditionally dried mint is used, however, I normally have fresh herbs on hand. If you would like to use dried mint, swap out the fresh mint for 1 teaspoon dried mint.
Nutrition
Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 441mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1235IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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