Wondering what goes with potato soup as a side? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of tasty (and easy!) side dish recipes.

The most popular potato soup recipes on my blog include this Instant Pot Potato Soup, Healthier Potato Leek Soup, and this Potato Cheese Soup with Smoky Chipotles.

But no matter which type of potato soup you’re serving, you’re guaranteed to find a perfect side dish here.

Potato Soup + Amazing Side Dish = PERFECTION!

When serving potato soup for dinner, some really stellar side dishes can really help complete the meal.

From classics such garlic bread and bruschetta, to healthier options such as sauteed spinach and grilled peppers, there are so many options.

So, let’s dig in!

Keep reading to discover the best side dishes to serve with your favorite potato soup.

Easy Potato Soup Sides

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.

Arugula Salad

Baked chicken legs in white serving bowl.

These Oven Baked Chicken Legs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. No breading needed! Turn to this easy recipe when you need a quick dinner or protein for meal prep.

Oven Baked Chicken Legs

Toasty, buttery, herby, covered in a dusting of salty parmesan cheese, piping hot and fresh out of the oven—our homemade garlic bread recipe is everything you’re craving right now, and then some.

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Overhead shot of pretzel bites in serving platter with small bowl of cheese sauce.

Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce are the perfect snack for tailgating. Soft, chewy and bite size with a golden crust, they're perfect for dunking into a rich cheese dip that can be customized 3-ways.

Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce

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!

Sauteed Spinach

This bruschetta is easy to make with fresh, ripe Roma tomatoes, shredded mozzarella cheese and drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette over top of a French baguette. Bruschetta comes together quickly and easily!

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Prepared radicchio salad in grey bowl with serving utensils.

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!

Italian Radicchio Salad

Fennel salad with chickpeas in white bowl.

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.

Fennel and Chickpea Salad

Shaved brussels sprouts salad in large bowl with serving spoon.

This Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad with Mustard and Parmesan is tossed in a light red wine vinaigrette and makes a delicious, crunchy side dish.

Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

This simple Italian Chopped Salad dresses fresh veggies, salami, mozzarella & chickpeas in a delicious homemade Italian dressing.

Italian Chopped Salad

This Kale Caesar Salad is topped with crispy homemade croutons and parmesan cheese. Massaging the creamy garlic dressing into the kale makes it extra tender and delicious.

Kale Caesar Salad

This flavor-packed Italian Chopped Salad will win over everyone around the table! Hearty meats, crisp vegetables, tons of cheese and a zesty Italian dressing combine to form a highly addictive salad!

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Peppers with grill marks scattered on counter.

Learn how to make perfectly tender and blistered Grilled Bell Peppers at home! It’s one of the best and easiest side dishes you can add to burrito bowls, fajitas, or pair with grilled meats.

Grilled Bell Peppers

Caesar salad is a staple on restaurant menus across the country, but we’ve yet to find one as perfectly blended as this one – crisp romaine is tossed with creamy dressing, crunchy croutons and premium Parmesan. All hail Caesar!

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Overhead close up of combined vinegar slaw in large white mixing bowl.

Red Cabbage Slaw is a super simple side dish recipe made without mayo. It’s tangy, delicious and crunchy.

Red Cabbage Slaw

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.

Sauteed Zucchini & Squash

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.

Crostini

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.

Grilled Broccolini

Over head shot of cooked brussels sprouts in grey bowl with spoon.

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!

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

Spears of asparagus cooked sous vide topped with parmesan shavings.

How to cook perfect asparagus sous vide. Bright green, perfectly cooked spears. With three options for flavoring – garlic, parmesan or lemon.

Sous Vide Asparagus

Roasted brussel sprouts in bowl drizzled with balsamic glaze and sprinkled with cranberries.

These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction & Cranberries make a simple and elegant side dish that both kids and adults love!

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

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These Stuffed Artichoke Hearts take all the work out of actually stuffing an artichoke. Canned artichoke hearts are arranged in a dish and topped with a “stuffing” of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic.

Stuffed Artichoke Hearts

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.

Shaved Fennel Salad

Instant Pot Artichokes are quick and easy to make with the help of your electric pressure cooker. Plus, this recipe gives them SO much flavor!

Instant Pot Artichokes

How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these potato soup 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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What to Serve with Potato Soup: 25+ EASY Sides

Wondering what to serve with potato soup? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 25+ tasty side dish recipes. Try one of these sides with this easy Instant Pot Potato Soup.

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Time for pressure to build: 15

Total Time: 45

Servings: 6

Created by Platings and Pairings

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons butter
1 large onion (diced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
6 large russet potatoes (cut into ½ inch cubes (about 3 pounds) )
4 cups bone broth or low-sodium chicken broth

To Finish:

1 cup milk (divided)
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
⅔ cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Toppings:

Cooked and crumbled bacon
Chives
Shredded cheddar cheese
Sour Cream

Instructions

Set Instant Pot to SAUTE and add butter.
Once melted, add onion and celery and cook until softened, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds longer.
Add potatoes and chicken broth.
Place lid on pot and set to seal. Press MANUAL high pressure and cook for 8 minutes. It will take about 15 minutes for the pressure to build, then the countdown timer will begin.
When time is up, do a quick pressure release and remove the lid.
In a small bowl whisk together ¼ cup milk and cornstarch to make a slurry.
Hit CANCEL on the instant pot and then press SAUTE. Add the slurry and the remaining ¾ cup milk and simmer the soup for about 5 minutes, stirring often and smashing the potatoes with the back of a spoon, until thickened, 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the cheese and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

For smoother soup, use an immersion blender before adding in the cornstarch slurry and milk.

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Equipment

Pressure cooker

Nutrition

What to Serve with Potato Soup: 25+ Tasty Sides