Wondering what to serve with sushi? Looking for some tasty sushi dinner ideas? There are so many great options! From miso soup, to veggie tempura, and more! Here are 15+ of the BEST sushi sides.
Below are some sides for sushi that you may or may not have tried.
Whether you’re preparing crispy rice sushi, sushi stacks, a sushi bowl, or even a sushi bake, you’re guaranteed to find a great pairing for any type of sushi here!
Some of these, like miso soup and vegetable tempura, are traditional, while others, this Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad and Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts, are more new-school recipes with an Asian cuisine influence. But the one thing they all have in common is that they’re super delicious and easy to prepare!
Find something everyone will love with these 15+ simple side dish recipes.
PS – Don’t forget about the best sauces for sushi too! 🍣 🍣 🍣
What to Eat with Sushi
Udon Noodle Soup
Learn how to make Udon Noodle Soup (Kake Udon) at home. It’s a traditional Japanese appetizer made with tender udon noodles and a rich, dashi-based broth. This classic soup is warm, cozy, and the perfect umami-forward canvas for flavorful toppings.
Udon Noodle Soup
Crab Stick Salad
This light and refreshing Kani Salad, or crab stick salad, is a Japanese-style appetizer made with julienned cucumber, crab sticks, and a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing.
Kani Salad
Spicy Edamame
This quick and easy Spicy Edamame Recipe tosses cooked edamame in a bold garlic chili sauce to give you a protein-packed snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Spicy Edamame
Hamachi Crudo
This simple Hamachi Crudo appetizer dresses buttery yellowtail in a bright soy and yuzu dressing before it’s finished with serrano peppers and lemon zest. Similar to sashimi, this Japanese delicacy is sure to impress at dinner parties.
Hamachi Crudo
Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad
This copycat Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad is bursting with flavor. Beautifully marinated cucumbers drizzled in chili oil is an outstanding vegetarian appetizer you can enjoy for any special occasion!
Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad
Asian Quinoa Salad
This vibrant Asian Quinoa Salad has a colorful blend of fresh vegetables topped on a bed of fluffy quinoa. Dressed in a tangy vinaigrette, it’s a delicious and naturally vegan meal you can make for meal prep or a healthy dinner.
Edamame Quinoa Salad
Yaki Udon
Make this Japanese-inspired yaki udon recipe for easy weeknight dinners! Bouncy udon noodles, a variety of stir fried vegetables, and your favorite ground meat are tossed in a homemade stir fry sauce to give you a hassle-free and satisfying meal in only 20 minutes.
Yaki Udon
Japanese Spinach Salad
This Japanese Spinach Salad (Goma-ae) is a quick and healthy side dish that tosses blanched spinach in a simple soy-sesame dressing. A perfect pairing for sushi, baked or grilled fish, rice dishes, and more!
Japanese Spinach Salad
Garlic Bok Choy
This Chinese Garlic Bok Choy is a quick, healthy side that can be whipped up in under 15 minutes! Blanching unlocks its perfect crisp-tender texture, while a simple sesame-soy sauce delivers a powerful punch of flavor. Top it with sesame seeds and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes – ideal alongside rich noodles, grilled meats, or steamed rice.
Garlic Bok Choy
Crispy Rice Salad
This easy Crispy Rice Salad is the best way to turn day-old rice into an exciting meal! Fresh vegetables, crispy baked rice, and nuts are tossed in a punchy tahini dressing to leave you with a refreshing and satisfying lunch, dinner, or side dish.
Crispy Rice Salad
Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe
These Blistered Shishito Peppers are the perfect finger food. They’re so easy to make too. Lightly seasoned and slightly smoky, you’ll find that most are mild… one out of every ten might surprise you.
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and covered in a sweet and spicy kung pao sauce. Toss with roasted peanuts and red chilis for a crazy delicious spin on a classic roasted vegetable.
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Din Tai Fung Green Beans
These copycat Din Tai Fung Green Beans are deliciously crispy and coated with lots of savory garlic and a spicy chili crisp. It’s the best umami-forward side dish to pair with all of your takeout-inspired favorites!
Din Tai Fung Green Beans
Easy Bacon Fried Rice
This Bacon Fried Rice comes together easily with ingredients you probably already have on hand, and in only 15 minutes! Skip the takeout and make your own (tastier) version at home.
Bacon Fried Rice
Broccoli Stir Fry
This 15-minute Broccoli Stir Fry recipe tosses stir fried broccoli florets, garlic, and ginger in a flavorful 4-ingredient stir fry sauce, giving you a delicious vegetarian dinner to whip up any night of the week!
Broccoli Stir Fry
Cucumber Edamame Salad
This Edamame Cucumber Salad is a cooling, crunchy side or main dish with BOLD flavor! Edamame is tossed with cucumbers, avocado, cilantro, and a furikake-infused dressing to leave you with a light yet filling salad that’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, and everyday dinners.
Cucumber Edamame Salad
Instant Pot Fried Rice
Instant Pot Fried Rice with eggs & bacon comes together quickly & easily with ingredients you probably already have on hand! Skip the takeout and make your own (tastier) fried rice at home.
Instant Pot Fried Rice
Smashed Cucumber Salad
This Smashed Cucumber Salad is a cooling and crunchy side dish with BIG flavor! Crisp crushed cucumbers are tossed with garlic turmeric oil, fresh herbs, and chili oil to leave you with a simple dish that pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired meals and BBQ favorites.
Smashed Cucumber Salad
How to Make Ahead and Store
Many of these side dishes for sushi 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
Sauces for Sushi
- Wasabi
- Ponzu Sauce
- Sriracha Sauce
- More → the 15+ BEST Sauces for Sushi
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What to Serve with Sushi: 15+ Sides
Wondering what to serve with sushi? Looking for some tasty sushi dinner ideas? There are so many great options! From miso soup, to veggie tempura, and more! Here are 15+ of the BEST sushi side dishes. Try one of them with these Vegetarian Sushi Spicy “Tuna” Rolls. They taste just like the classic sushi roll but are loaded with plant-based goodness.
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Serves 4 rolls
Ingredients
- 3 roma tomatoes
- 1 avocado (thinly sliced)
- ½ cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 4-5 nori sheets
Marinade:
- 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste (or fresh grated ginger)
Sushi Rice:
- 1 cup uncooked sushi rice
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Spicy “Tuna Sauce:
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegenaise)
- 2 teaspoons sriracha (or to taste)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
Tomatoes:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Using a paring knife, score a small X through the skin on the bottom of each tomato.
- Add the tomatoes to the boiling water and cook until the skin starts to peel (about 3 minutes). Immediately transfer the tomatoes to a bowl of ice water to chill and stop the cooking process.
- Once cool enough to handle, use your hands to peel the tomatoes then cut them in half, remove the seeds, and cut them into bite sized pieces.
Marinade:
- Combine the marinade mixture in a medium bowl.
- Add the tomatoes to the marinade. Toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Rice:
- Bring rice and water to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, covered. Remove from heat and let rest while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Whisk vinegar, sugar and salt in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves; drizzle over the rice and stir to combine.
Spicy “Tuna” Sauce:
- Stir together sauce ingredients and set aside.
To Assemble:
- Lay down a sheet of nori on a sushi mat or piece of saran wrap. Spread about ⅔ cup of the sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1-inch clean on one end.
- Spread the sriracha mayo across the rice, then top with cucumber, tomatoes and 2 slices of avocado.
- Roll starting at the bottom and stop when you reach the bare strip at the top. Wet your fingers and run them along the bare edge, then continue rolling until sealed.
- Using a sharp knife, cut into even pieces, about ¾ inch thick. Serve with additional spicy mayo and soy sauce on the side.
Notes
Nutrition calculation is per roll.
Nutrition
Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 1154mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 626IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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