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Make your roast beef dinner extra special this holiday season by serving it with the Best Sides for Roast Beef! Whether you’re serving up a comfort food chuck beef pot roast or a fabulous prime rib, this collection of roast beef sides has what you need, including How to Make the Perfect Mashed Potatoes! You’ll never need to ask yourself what to serve with roast beef again!
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Best Roast Beef Sides
I look forward to making my favorite roast beef dinners every year around the holidays. Yes, for the roast beef recipes, but also for the side dishes!
For my family, an amazing holiday meal is all about the sides. That’s why I put together this collection of the best sides for roast beef, including my recipe for the perfect mashed potatoes.
Instead of asking yourself what goes with roast beef, you can take a look at this list and easily put together a full holiday buffet! With more than 30 roast beef dinner sides to choose from, there’s an option for everyone at the table.
Potato Side Dishes
Easy potato recipes make some of the best side dishes for roast beef. From classic roasted potatoes to scalloped potatoes and, of course, the creamiest mashed potatoes, these dishes pair well with roast beef and are great for serving with leftovers or with a family-style pot roast.
For my recipe on how to make the perfect mashed potatoes on the stove or in the Instant Pot, scroll to the recipe card!
Air Fryer Potatoes
My Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes are as crispy and delicious as they come. This easy air fryer recipe is perfect for cooking up a simple, quick breakfast the whole family will love!
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Amazing Gluten Free Au Gratin Potatoes
Our Gluten Free Potatoes Au Gratin is a classic side dish recipe that's perfect for Sunday supper or the holidays. It's bursting with flavor from creamy garlic potatoes and a cheesy crust!
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Make-Ahead Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy, and hearty, this Easy Scalloped Potatoes recipe is the perfect side for your next dinner.
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Little Potato Recipe
Garlicky, buttery, and oh-so-crispy, our Garlic Roasted Small Potatoes make a delicious side dish for every meal from beef to chicken.
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Irish Mashed Potatoes
Learn how to make Colcannon, easy Irish mashed potatoes with cabbage that are ready in just 30 minutes from prep to cook time!
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Baked Crispy Potato Wedges
Baked crispy potato wedges are a food everyone loves! Soft on the inside and crispy outside, these baked potato wedges are a healthier choice than fries and just as tasty.
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Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are ready in under 30 minutes! Deliciously cheesy and creamy, these au gratin potatoes make the perfect holiday side dish!
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Our recipe for Easy Mashed Potatoes in Instant Pot results in buttery, creamy, and delicious potatoes.
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Janssons Frestelse (Swedish Potato Casserole)
Also known as Jansson's Temptation, Janssons Frestelse is an irresistible Swedish potato and fish gratin that is so simple and easy to make but so flavorful. Uses just 5 ingredients, plus salt and pepper!
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Vegetable Side Dishes
Veggie side dishes are an easy choice to make for serving as roast beef sides. From carrots to green beans, there is a variety to choose from! My favorite is my green bean almondine – this dish is delicious. Try it with any of my rib roast recipes and I know you’ll love it.
Green Bean Almondine
Crisp green bean almondine is a simple side dish made extra special with the addition of buttery, pan fried almonds and fresh dill! There is no better reason to start eating your greens than these green beans with almonds.
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Air Fryer Mushrooms
Crispy, easy air fryer mushrooms are ready in no time and make a perfect side dish to any main course – or party food for dipping!
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Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
Learn how to make brussels sprouts in the air fryer with my Air Fried Brussels Sprouts recipe! These easy brussels sprouts are super delicious and crispy.
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Amazing Button Mushrooms Recipe
Mushrooms are caramelized in butter and olive oil and sautéed with garlic and herbs in this BUTTON MUSHROOMS RECIPE for the perfect side for any entrée!
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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots
These Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots are the perfect addition to your Easy Easter Side Dishes! Whole, peeled carrots are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and oregano, drizzled with a little garlic oil, and roasted until tender. Finish with a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan and melted butter for an easy and delicious springtime side.
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Sriracha Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Our Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts are sweet and nutty with a spicy kick! Perfect for the holidays or Sunday supper and ready in less than 30 minutes!
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Sweet Potato Recipe
Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes are so deliciously sweet, and perfect for the holidays or as a side dish for Sunday Supper! Ready in under 30 minutes.
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Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions
Using only a few SIMPLE ingredients, quick and easy sautéed mushrooms and onions are the PERFECT versatile side dish for steak, burgers, chicken or pork!
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Sweet Carrots Recipe
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a quick and easy side dish recipe you can make with just 4 ingredients in 15 minutes!
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Air Fryer Asparagus Fries with Lemon Aioli Dip
What could be better than fried food without the guilt? These amazing air fryer asparagus fries take just minutes to make and are honestly some of the best fries you will ever eat.
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Corn Riblets
Learn how to make corn ribs on the grill, stove, oven, air fryer, and even fried! My garlic butter corn ribs recipe is a delicious treat.
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Elote Recipe
Mexican street corn, or Elotes Mexicanos, is a traditional Mexican food that's quick to make and crave-worthy! This elote recipe is a must try for the summer.
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Side Dish Salads
Holiday salad recipes are a perfect choice for what to serve with roast beef! My family’s personal favorites are my roasted artichoke salad, inspired by Ina Garten, and my orange and fennel salad. Any one of these easy salad recipes makes a great side dish for roast beef.
Roasted Artichoke Hearts Salad Recipe
Roasted Artichoke Salad is one of the easiest and prettiest holiday salad recipes you should be serving all season long! The roasted artichokes combined with the tangy burst of fresh basil vinaigrette is the perfect festive salad and a delicious way to start your meal.
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Zesty & Tangy Orange and Fennel Salad
With its bright, sweet, and zesty flavors, Orange and Fennel Salad is a perfect side salad or citrus salad recipe for lunch!
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Alcachofas al Ajillo
Alcachofas al Ajillo are a delicious tapas recipe of artichokes pan-roasted with tomatoes, garlic, oil, and butter!
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Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad
Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad is a delicious warm salad recipe you will crave more and more of! It's a perfect holiday side dish, with Parmesan, pecans, cranberries, and garlic.
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Broccoli Apple Salad
This Broccoli Apple Salad is absolutely delicious! Make it with deli turkey and follow the recipe for a complete meal that’s super quick and easy.
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Casserole Side Dishes
What’s a holiday buffet without easy casserole recipes? Serve up one of my favorite casseroles as an easy side dish for roast beef! They’re a perfect choice – easy to make ahead, simple to store, and they make great leftovers.
Creamed Corn Casserole
With only 5 ingredients and 3 simple steps to follow, this is the easiest Baked Creamed Corn Casserole recipe that takes just 30 minutes to bake!
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Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Creamy whipped sweet potatoes with cinnamon and nutmeg are topped with a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping in this Southern Sweet Potato Casserole.
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Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole
This Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole recipe is so comforting and made from scratch! It's the perfect easy Thanksgiving side dish. Made with fresh veggies!
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Mexican Street Corn Casserole
My Mexican Street Corn Casserole recipe uses simple ingredients to turn your favorite elote recipe into the perfect party side dish!
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Homemade Bread Side Dishes
Serve up one of my homemade bread recipes with your roast beef sides to sop up all the delicious flavor from the roast and gravy! The best choice is Yorkshire Pudding. You can make it using drippings from your roast!
Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
Learn how to make the best Yorkshire pudding recipe using 4 simple ingredients! 5 minutes of prep, 30 minute bake time. Easy cleanup!
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Air Fryer Biscuits Recipe
Our Air Fryer Biscuits cook in 6 minutes and are buttery, fluffy, and flaky! You will want to make biscuits in the air fryer every time!
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Easy Instant Pot Bread Recipe
The flavor and texture of this Instant Pot Bread is so perfect, you'll wonder where this simple, quick bread recipe has been your whole life!
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How to Make Sprouted Bread
Learn how to make sprouted bread with this EASY sprouted bread recipe! Sprouted flour bread is light, flavorful, and full of goodness.
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Pasta Side Dishes
I love serving pasta as a side dish for roast beef. Give one of my favorite pasta side dish recipes a try!
Homemade Alfredo Sauce
My homemade Alfredo Sauce has a secret ingredient that takes the homemade alfredo sauce over the top. Your family will love this dish!
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Best Prime Rib Leftover Recipe
Make EASY Creamy Penne Pasta with Sliced Prime Rib using leftover prime rib or steak, sliced mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy pasta sauce recipe!
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta Sauce
Creamy mushroom pasta is a one pan pasta recipe with white wine cream sauce, chestnut mushrooms, fresh parsley, and Parmesan cheese! Try this vegetarian pasta recipe for lunch or dinner.
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Pink Pasta Sauce with Sausage
My Pink Pasta Sauce is the ultimate pasta sauce, and I guarantee it will be your new favorite! Pink sauce pasta is the perfect blend of creamy and cheesy, with delectable bites of sausage, that make it the best dinner pasta recipe. Ready in 15 minutes using simple ingredients.
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Mushroom Spinach Pasta
Delicious Mushroom Spinach Pasta takes under an hour to make and is pure comfort food! Enjoy this easy mushroom recipe with your favorite type of pasta.
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Cheesy Orzo Risotto Recipe
Creamy orzo pasta loaded with Parmesan cheese and butter, what could be better? Our Cheesy Orzo Risotto Recipe is easy to make with 4 ingredients in less than 30 minutes.
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Cheesy Orzo Pasta Bake with Roast Tomatoes and Squash
Cheesy Orzo is the perfect comfort food the entire family will love
Soup Side Dishes
Soup makes a great pairing for any holiday meal, including roast beef! Try one of my favorite soup side dishes for your next special occasion with roast beef.
Mushroom Soup
Hungarian Mushroom Soup is a rustic, comforting dish using paprika, soy sauce, and sour cream for an earthy, simple mushroom soup recipe you'll love!
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Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana
This Zuppa Toscana copycat is a creamy sausage potato soup, loaded with spicy, crumbly sausage, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, kale, and crispy bacon in a creamy broth!
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Best Italian Wedding Soup Recipe
The easiest Italian Wedding Soup recipe that's full of flavor from juicy meatballs and delectable orzo pasta. You are going to love this classic meatball soup!
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Instant Pot French Onion Soup
Learn how to make Instant Pot French Onion Soup in under an hour! French onion soup in the Instant Pot is comfort food at its finest.
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Turkey Carcass Soup
Learn how to make turkey soup from a carcass! Turkey carcass soup is easy, delicious, and so comforting.
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Leftover Ham Soup
Creamy and full of potatoes, ham, and fresh veggies. This is the best ham and potato soup recipe you will ever try!
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Don’t forget the Au Jus for dipping!
Roast Beef Recipes
Easy Slow Cooker Roast Beef Recipe
This Easy Slow Cooker Roast Beef Recipes requires almost no effort. Delivers on flavor every time. Fills a multitude of bellies. And any leftovers can be piled in between two halves of a potato bun for a delicious sandwich.
Slow Cooker Chuck Roast
It's true: you can have a beautiful, fall-apart tender Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with just 15 minutes of prep! Plus, a flavorful beef gravy from drippings made in the same pot. Easy and so delicious!
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Best Chuck Roast Recipe
Our Beef Chuck Roast is braised slowly to create a wonderfully tender and flavorful meal!
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Whole Beef Tenderloin Recipe
Garlic Thyme Beef Tenderloin will be your new favorite holiday roast! Get my secret to making this memorable whole beef tenderloin recipe. You'll want to make it every year!
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Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe
The perfect roast for a cold winter night! This Dutch Oven Pot Roast is a family friendly recipe, that is easy to cook and so low effort. Perfect for busy families and novice chefs!
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Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with Caramelized Onions
Our Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with caramelized onions is the BEST way to use leftover roast beef! Don't just heat up your leftovers – make them into an incredible ciabatta sandwich using remoulade sauce, cream cheese, and sweet caramelized onions.
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Boneless Prime Rib Recipe
Easy to prepare, boneless prime rib roast is packed with flavor, tender, and perfect for serving a crowd!
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Smoked Rib Roast
Smoking a prime rib creates the most incredible flavor and crust. It takes just 3 hours to smoke a 5-pound prime rib following my smoked prime rib recipe!
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Amazing Instant Pot Prime Rib
Make the most gorgeous, PERFECT prime rib right in your Instant Pot! Our Instant Pot Prime Rib is as easy as it gets and delicious, too.
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Slow Roasted Prime Rib
My Slow Roasted Prime Rib Roast recipe is a melt-in-your-mouth holiday classic. Using only 4 ingredients and hardly any prep work, this is an easy rib roast recipe that will really "wow" your guests!
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Cooking prime rib? I have a list tailored just for you! Check out my Side Dishes for Prime Rib!
📋 Recipe
Sides for Roast Beef + Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Follow my guide on How to Make Perfect Mashed Potatoes for an easy mashed potatoes recipe you will love!
Equipment
- Large pot to boil water
- A mixer (a hand mixer works well)
- A large spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- or Instant pot pressure cooker
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds potatoes cut into small chunks
- ½ stick butter
- 5 Tablespoons salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt & pepper for seasoning
- Chopped green onions for garnish optional
- Additional melted butter for flavor optional
Cooking Conversions
See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!
Instructions
Stovetop Potatoes
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt to the pot of boiling water, then bring it back to a boil.
- Add potatoes to water and boil for 20 to 25 minutes until tender.
- Drain water from the pot. Using a hand mixer on low, whip well until the potatoes are crumbly. Then, add half a stick of chopped butter to your pot with the potatoes.
- Continue mixing well until butter is fully mixed through and potatoes are creamy. Slowly add two cups of milk and salt and pepper while whipping.
- Add in melted butter if desired. Mix with spoon, then top with green onions if desired, and serve!
Instant Pot Potatoes
- Heat a 6 qt. Instant Pot and add peeled whole potatoes.
- Cover halfway with water (do not fully submerge).
- Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes.
- Release the pressure naturally. Carefully remove the inside pot and drain, then return to the cooker.
- Use a hand mixer on low to mash them, but be careful not to over-mix. Add in butter 1 tablespoon at a time while continuing to blend.
- When the butter melts and they're completely smooth, add whole milk. Blend well, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Notes
- Creamiest mashed potatoes: Starting with the boiled potatoes and whipping them until fluffy, then slowly adding butter and milk, makes the creamiest potatoes. You can use a hand mixer to make mashed potatoes, but for ultra creamy mashed potatoes, pass them through a potato ricer after cooking!
- Make-ahead mashed potatoes: For a make-ahead mashed potatoes recipe you can prepare in the oven, follow the instructions above, then store until ready to serve (up to 3-4 days). When ready to serve, whisk an egg and brush it over the top. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until the top is slightly browned.
Nutrition
Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 4887mgPotassium: 903mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 367IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg
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Tisha says
This is a great collection! Now just picking which one to do first!!
Em Beitel says
Thanks so much, Tisha!
Angela Allison says
The perfect recipe collection! I cannot wait to try them all. So many amazing choices and I love that you included the instant pot on here too. Thanks so much for sharing 🙂
Em Beitel says
Thank you, Angela! We hope you find exactly what you’re looking for!
Ashley @ Sweetpea Lifestyle says
I’m for sure trying that roasted artichoke salad – it looks out of this world!
Em Beitel says
Thank you, Ashley! It really is so delicious!
Sapana says
What a delicious collections of side dishes — I’m really craving some sweet potato casserole now!
Em Beitel says
Thank you so much, Sapana! We love sweet potato casserole, too.
Michelle says
What a great idea for a round up! I’m always stuck on what to serve with roast, and feel like I totally get into a rut!
Em Beitel says
Thank you, Michelle! Picking the right side for roast beef can be challenging since it’s such a strongly flavorful main dish on its own. We hope these ideas help you out!