These delicious brisket side dishes round out your beef dinner perfectly. If you cannot decide what to serve with brisket, here are 41 tasty options.

Unless you have the perfect side dish for brisket, your dinner will taste short of complete. To save you from trial and error, this post includes the best side dishes for brisket.

Some healthier than others but equally tasty, these brisket side dishes will make your typical dinner feel like a celebration.

What Is Brisket Meat?

Brisket is a somewhat tough part of beef that is found in the lower breast of the cow. But don’t shy away from this cut just because it is the least tender.

With the right cooking method such as slowly roasting, smoking, or braising, brisket meat becomes extremely soft and juicy, rendering a satisfying flavor.

You may need to cook it longer, but hey, that’s what makes it fall-apart and so darn delicious!

Although technically beef, brisket is also used to describe a substantial part of pork ham.

How Do You Serve Texas Brisket?

Texas brisket is usually slow-cooked whole, and then carved into thin slices and served alongside some smoky barbecue sauce.

While any brisket is supposed to be melt-in-your-mouth goodness, this huge Texas-style chunk of meat (8-12 pounds) offers a particularly soft mouthfeel.

Although it is extremely satisfying while warm, to some, Texas brisket tastes even better the following day.

Why? Because it is perfect for sandwiches. Easier to slice straight from the fridge, brisket is the perfect match for your soft buns.

What to Serve with Brisket?

If you somehow manage to resist the temptation to simply dump in a bun and devour in an instant, there are a lot of delicious side dishes that are perfect for your beef brisket.

Whether the classic slaw, pasta, salad, or potato mash, a lot of amazing side dishes like these can be great pairings for your brisket chunk.

You know it’s the right match if the flavors dance around your tongue harmoniously. It may sound too poetic, but a perfect side has to bring out the best in the entrée.

Potato Sides

A potato side may be the safest choice, but that’s not a reason why it cannot be uniquely tasty. Here are some potato-side dishes that will transform your brisket.

Potatoes are a great choice for a delicious side dish.

1. Potato Latkes

This easy recipe uses matzo meal, but anything that will “fill” the mixture will do. Breadcrumbs and all-purpose flour are some great options.

Feel free to play around with the seasonings and spices, but do not omit the egg. Otherwise, your latkes will not hold shape well and will be crumbly.

2. Green Beans & Potatoes

What better way to enhance your brisket meat than with some classic potatoes with green beans?

Hearty, savory, and packed with a fatty bacon flavor, this potato/bean side offers just the right crispiness.

This recipe makes for a perfect addition to your main course or Polish sausages.

3. Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Turn your typical mashed potatoes into a flavorful indulgence that will taste even better if served alongside your brisket.

Some garlic and shredded mozzarella cheese are all it takes to give this classic a whole new dimension.

This is also a great side dish for pork chops.

4. Instant Pot Potato Salad

The best thing about this recipe is that it is a one-pot meal that handles both the eggs and potatoes at the same time.

Once pressure cooked, dice up nicely, combine with mayo, onions, and spices, and serve right away.

Enjoy this recipe as a side for ribs as well.

5. Twice Baked Potatoes

Crispy potato boats filled with a creamy mash, topped with even more crispiness.

The shredded cheese, diced onions, and crumbled bacon on top seal the deal and give this simple ingredient a fancy place on your table.

Need more inspiration? You might want to check these side dishes for meatloaf.

6. Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

This recipe includes a sugary and cinnamony butter dip. This sweet and silky mix does not only taste good with your baked potatoes, but it also gives a delicious sweetness to the brisket, as well.

Feel free to also pair these up with your favorite leftover brisket recipes.

7. Crispy Salt & Vinegar Potatoes

Baked to perfect crispiness and buttery, these small nugget potatoes will taste good regardless of what you pair them with.

A fresh twist to your ordinary baked potatoes – so crispy on the outside and perfectly fluffy on the inside.

This is also an incredible side dish to serve with chicken wings.

8. Garlic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are the pure example that even something so ordinary and simple can taste nothing short of scrumptious.

I guess that’s what you’d expect caramelized onions, roasted garlic, and parmesan to taste like. Nothing but delicious!

If you tolerate dairy well, I suggest you add buttermilk, not milk.

9. Roasted Potatoes & Veggies

If you like all things roasted, then these baked potatoes with peppers and onions will be your go-to brisket pair.

Vibrant, colorful, and packed with rich aroma from the herbs and garlic, this simple dish is the perfect comforting side.

These veggies will also go well with steak.

10. Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Imagine roasted sweet potato cubes, combined with celery, green onions, and crispy bacon, and drenched in a mouthwatering mayo and Dijon dressing.

For perfect results cook the bacon until it takes on a crunchy texture. You don’t want it to become crumbly.

For a vegetarian version, swap the bacon for tempeh.

Pasta Side Dishes

Italian-food addicts will want nothing more next to their brisket than creamy pasta. Find a great side dish tailored for such enthusiasts.

11. Broccoli Cheddar Instant Pot Mac & Cheese

This creamy and cheesy dish will not only serve as a tasty side for your brisket but can be a whole meal on its own.

With an Instant Pot, it couldn’t be any simpler. You cook the pasta and broccoli first and simply dump the other ingredients at the end.

12. Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

Another mac and cheese, only this time in a cheesy butternut squash? Isn’t that the ultimate side dish for your October cookouts?

This recipe is lacking in herbs, but feel free to use some aromatics that will work well with this dish. My personal favorite for butternut squash is thyme.

13. Macaroni Salad

If you need a side dish that is creamy and delicious, this macaroni salad is it.

Hard-boiled eggs, gherkins (small pickles), celery, pepper, onions, and a sweet and tangy mayo cream dressing to finish off the taste.

Elbow macaroni works best for this salad as it is convenient and practical to serve.

14. Creamy Pasta Salad

Without eggs but enriched with cheddar and pepperoni, plus the nutritious veggies, this velvety dish feels like a celebration in your mouth.

Dressed up in a smooth mayo creaminess bursting with an herbal aroma, there is nothing you wouldn’t like about this filling salad.

15. Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

With nothing more than mayo, pickles, and dill, this creamy bowl of heaven will show you how extraordinarily yummy can ordinary ingredients taste like.

Add some ham or bacon if you want to “meat it up”, but you really don’t need any more than what this salad has to offer.

Healthy Sides for Brisket

If nutritiously delicious is your kitchen motto, then you will greatly appreciate these brisket side dishes that do not hurt your dieting goals.

16. Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

Quinoa, spicy chickpeas, and fresh veggies make the ultimate comforting and nourishing salad that will also fill your tummy.

The sweet and zesty dressing gives a tangy hint that works well with both the spices and veggies.

This is a great addition to your BBQ brisket or a griddle meal.

17. Roasted Carrots

Simple, healthy, and yet super delicious, these softened and naturally sweet carrot pieces are an excellent choice for your main dish.

The recipe uses nothing but salt, pepper, and some dill, but feel free to spice things up if that’s your thing.

This is also a yummy side dish for pasta.

18. Spinach Tomato Salad with Feta

Loaded with spinach, tomatoes, onions, and the ultimate star–feta cheese, this salad makes the ideal side regardless of what you serve it with.

The pumpkin seeds in the salad offer a crunchy bite and an extra sprinkle of nutrients, making this salad a fuller meal.

Coated with a sweet Dijon dressing.

19. Spicy Cilantro Lime Summer Slaw

With a more Mexican twist, the coleslaw here also includes onions, corn, red peppers, jalapenos, cheese, and cilantro.

Drenched in a lime and olive oil dressing and lacking the rich-in-fat mayo.

Refreshing, zesty, and light.

For best results, let the slaw sit in the fridge overnight.

20. Sauteed Asparagus & Mushrooms

Looking for a simple side dish without many ingredients? Then this asparagus and mushroom saute is just the thing your brisket dinner is missing.

Sauteeing them in garlicky oil loads the veggies with a deep flavor that runs throughout with every bite.

Also, feel free to serve these with lasagna.

21. Cider Roasted Parsnips

Sweet, soft, finger-licking roasted parsnips with a drunken twist – apple cider!

Coated with maple and cider glaze, these parsnip sticks offer a sweet flavor boost, as well.

The recipe uses a couple of splashes of cider vinegar for a tangy note that balances all out in a delicious way.

22. Chopped Veggie Salad

Loaded with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions, this salad offers a refreshing bite that every type of meat needs.

The feta cheese and oregano-infused dressing give it a Greek vibe, perfect for those summer dinners.

Swap the feta with goat cheese for a deeper and not-so-expected flavor.

23. Cucumber Salad with Dill

This refreshing salad goes well with any protein entrée.

Allow it to sit in the fridge for at least a few hours and serve cold.

Try this salad with both, sweet and red onions. Sweet onions will give it a softer taste, while the red ones will offer a sharper kick.

24. Roasted Carrots with Honey Mustard Glaze

If you love the natural sweetness of the carrots, then you will go crazy about how this roasting method intensifies their flavor.

Dressed up with parsley, garlic, and rosemary, and coated with honey, Dijon, and olive oil, nothing about these carrots is short of delightful.

25. Roasted Broccoli with Garlic Cheese Sauce

Roasted broccoli florets, smothered in a cheesy garlicky sauce and sprinkled with crunchy almond slices on top.

The recipe uses a gourmet cheese spread, but keep in mind that any cheese that melts well will do the trick here.

If you’re not a fan of almonds, swap them with roasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts.

26. Instant Pot Cajun Corn on the Cob

Made in the Instant Pot for a time-saving and convenient preparation, you don’t need more than 5 minutes to have this delight ready on your dinner table.

Silky and buttery with some spicy Cajun notes that are perfect with any red meat, this tasty side will definitely complement your brisket.

27. Carrot Cucumber Salad

Cucumber, carrots, onion with a touch of vinegar. How can that not be the side dish that goes with anything?

The recipe uses just a hint of sugar. If looking for a sugar-free option, add a sweetener instead, but do not omit it. This mellows the vinegar’s acidity and makes it easier on the palate.

28. Heirloom Tomato Salad

Milder, sweeter, and way less acidic than ordinary tomatoes, their heirloom version is like made for your salad bowl.

The tomato wedges are combined with pickled Vadala onions and sprinkled with feta and fresh herbs. They are then drizzled with a Balsamic dressing and some of the pickling juice.

Best Sides to Go with Brisket

If you want only the best for your brisket, then perhaps these most raved-about sides will help you find the perfect match.

29. Raisin Coleslaw

Let’s face it – every brisket needs a coleslaw by its side!

But, have you ever tried it with raisins?

Mixed with carrots and smothered in a sweet and vinegary mayo dressing (as it usually goes with coleslaw!), you will not be able to put your fork down, guaranteed.

30. Apple Slaw

Mixed with some scallion greens and coated with creamy and zesty mayo and sour cream dressing. A single bite of this goodness and you’ll see how apples in a coleslaw make the perfect sense.

For an even lighter and creamier version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

31. Grilled Cauliflower Bacon Mac & Cheese

When cauliflower serves as your main carb, you don’t have to worry about the taste. This mild veggie takes seasonings well and pairs with just about anything.

Make it with bacon and cheese, and enjoy a velvety low-carb version of the classic mac and cheese.

32. Beer Butter Mushrooms

With four generous tablespoons of butter and fresh herbs, these mushrooms are deep in flavor and aroma.

The key ingredient here is really the whole cup of Pilsner (or any lager-style beer). Let your mushroom simmer in it for about half an hour, and you will enjoy the softest caps ever.

33. Smoked Baked Beans

Baked beans are a Southern staple that simply works with any red meat. Serve them with bacon and a touch of cinnamon, and no one will be able to resist!

This recipe also uses molasses, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup. For the best taste, do not substitute these ingredients.

34. Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Loaded mashed potatoes with bacon, cheese, and green onions.

Silky, buttery, and smooth, this potato casserole can be the perfect partner for your juicy brisket.

Feel free to take the taste to a whole new level with your favorite herbs and spices.

35. Blue Cheese Coleslaw

Red cabbage and blue cheese seem to make the perfect combo! Add some mayo and sour cream to the mix, and you’ve got yourself a smooth side.

The lemon and Worcestershire in this recipe are a definite must for their deep and zesty flavors.

Use whatever fresh herbs you enjoy the most.

36. Cowboy Baked Beans

This bean bake couldn’t be simpler to make either! Just mix everything together, spread into a baking dish, top with diced bacon, and let it bake for at least 90 minutes.

The tomato sauce, molasses, and crispy bacon on top wrap up the flavor.

37. BBQ Braised Cabbage with Bacon

Any side dish recipe that contains the word “BBQ” is perfect for your slow-cooked red meat, whether beef or pork.

Braised red cabbage with onions, garlic, bacon, and barbecue sauce.

Perfect for eating on a plate next to your brisket slices, and even better in a sandwich with your pulled meat.

38. Risotto with Butternut Squash & Green Beans

Risotto as a side? Why not? And if it is loaded with nutrients such as those of green beans and butternut squash, even better!

Buttery, cheesy, and oh-so-creamy. Rich in flavor and texture, there is nothing about this velvety risotto that you wouldn’t enjoy.

Besides, it is so simple to make.

39. Homemade Onion Rings

Onion rings made from scratch cannot be a simpler side or snack.

The trick is to let them soak in buttermilk for at least an hour. That helps the coating stick to the onion, and that crispiness is what you’re looking for in onion rings, after all.

40. Baked Green Bean Fries

With these breaded green beans and baked to crisp perfection, any entrée will taste better. And that includes your beloved smoky brisket.

If you want to completely wow your guests, I suggest you serve these healthy fries with a creamy herbal dipping.

41. Mexican Street Corn

Mexican and brisket are two culinary terms that are simply made to coexist.

And if you add corn to the mix, well, you better stock up on ingredients because your guests will be emptying your plates almost instantly.

Charred under the broiler, glazed with a spicy mayo mixture, and topped with cotija cheese.