What to serve with Egg Salad Sandwiches (15 Tasty Sides)

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An egg salad sandwich is the type of meal you can feast on any time of the day. It is also a sandwich that is perfect for lunch boxes and easy to make ahead for a busy week.

What makes this sandwich so great is its simplicity; it only takes a few ingredients to whip up a delicious egg salad. The base of the salad is, of course, eggs, which are then mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, celery, and seasonings.

From there, you can add in whatever else you like: diced onions, chopped herbs, pickles, bacon, avocado, etc. The possibilities are endless!

But what about the side dish? What goes well with egg salad sandwiches? Well, that’s why we’re here right?

So, let’s dive into 15 of my favorite sides for an egg salad sandwich.

Side Dishes For Egg Salad Sandwiches:

  1. Bread or bagels
  2. French fries
  3. Caesar salad
  4. Cheese sticks
  5. Pickles
  6. Coleslaw
  7. Grilled cocktail sausages
  8. Fruit salad
  9. Green salad
  10. Oven-baked tomatoes
  11. Yogurt parfaits with fruit
  12. Salsa
  13. Crispy bacon rashes
  14. Garlic bread
  15. Quiche

Bread or bagels

These are the most common sides of egg salad sandwiches. They are easy to grab and go, and they make the perfect vessel for your sandwich.

They serve as the perfect base for the egg salad, allowing you to really taste all the incredible ingredients that go into this dish.

I prefer to use wheat or whole-grain bread, but you can use whatever you like.

French fries

French fries are a great side dish for an egg salad sandwich. They are salty, crispy, and go so well with the creamy egg salad.

Plus, they are super easy to make. You can even bake them in the oven if you want to take a healthy route.

French fries are a great choice if you’re looking for something a little more indulgent. There’s nothing better than dipping those salty fries into a creamy egg salad.

You can use frozen french fries or make your own.

Caesar salad

A Caesar salad is ideal as a side dish for an egg salad sandwich since it is light and crisp.

The lettuce in the salad will help to cut through the richness of the egg salad and the croutons add a nice crunch.

You can dress your caesar salad with a homemade dressing or use store-bought. However, you can have your caesar salad plain if you prefer.

Cheese sticks

Cheese sticks are the perfect side dish for an egg salad sandwich. They are savory and cut through the creaminess of the egg salad.

Simply cut the cheese sticks into small pieces and add them to your egg salad sandwich filling. Yum!

Additionally, the cheese sticks add some extra protein and nutrients to the sandwich.

Pickles

Pickles are a great side dish for an egg salad sandwich because they are crunchy and their acidity enhances the taste of the egg salad.

Plus, they are super easy to prepare. Simply slice the pickles into thin slices and add them to your sandwich.

You can use dill pickles or sweet pickles. I prefer dill pickles because they have a more intense flavor.

Coleslaw

Coleslaw as a side dish for an egg salad sandwich is great. It is fresh, crunchy, and nutritious.

Another great thing about coleslaw is that it is versatile, it can be customized to suit individual preferences.

For my coleslaw, I always use a mix of cabbage, carrots, and red onion. I also add in some diced apples for sweetness and raisins for a little bit of texture.

The dressing I use for my coleslaw is a mixture of mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and salt.

Grilled cocktail sausages

Grilled cocktail sausages are a great side dish for an egg salad sandwich. They are savory and add a nice smokey flavor to the sandwich.

Many different types of sausages can be used for an egg salad sandwich. Some of my favorites include bratwurst, andouille sausage, chorizo sausage, or kielbasa sausage

For this side dish, grill the sausages over medium heat until they are cooked through. Next, cut them into small pieces and add them to your egg salad sandwich filling.

Fruit salad

Fruit salad is a great side dish for an egg salad sandwich because it is light and refreshing. The sweetness of the fruit will also help to cut through the richness of the egg salad.

Fruit salads are another great way to experiment and try out what you like. If you have never put together a fruit salad before, I recommend using a mix of berries, grapes, melon, and pineapple.

The dressing I use for my fruit salad is a mixture of orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. the sweetness and tartness of the dressing go well with the savory egg salad sandwich.

Green salad

A green salad is a great side dish for an egg salad sandwich. It is also light and refreshing and the slight bitterness of the greens will cut through the richness of the egg salad.

I like to use a mix of lettuces in my green salads