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
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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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 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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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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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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When baked in strudel form, spanakopita assumes an almost breakfast croissant-like character, a perfect bundle of flaky pastry, egg, cheese, and greens.
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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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A simple, herby, orange-dressed Moroccan beet salad that can be made up to five days ahead of time!
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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This Shaved Fennel Salad comes together quickly and has such a delicious light lemon 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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Expert tutorial to help you make the BEST stuffed grape leaves recipe or dolams w/ a flavor-packed rice & meat mixture w/ warm spices & loads of fresh herbs
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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.
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Feta cheese wrapped in phyllo dough, shallow fried in olive oil, and drizzled with thyme-infused hot honey for a crispy, soft, sweet and salty appetizer.
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This easy Greek salad recipe is refreshing & delicious! Made with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, peppers, & feta, Greek salad is the best summer side dish.
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Greek Lemon Potatoes are cooked in garlic-lemon-oregano broth so they suck up all that flavour before being roasted to golden perfection.
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🕕 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.
🍽 More Side Dish Recipes
- Sides for Burgers
- Sides for Pork Chops
- Sides for BBQ
- Sides for Salmon
- Sides for Steak
- Sides for Ribs
- Sides for Chicken
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🍷 Wine Pairings for Moussaka
- Syrah
- Sangiovese
- Tempranillo
- Zinfandel
- Barbera
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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Servings: 4 people
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.
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Equipment
Large Bowl
Knife
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
