Kabobs are such an easy main course to make. Simply marinate your chicken or steak and skewer it before grilling. This list of side dishes to serve with kabobs ranges from salads to hummus and vegetables to pasta dishes. You are sure to find a recipe or two you will enjoy!

Kabob Recipes to Try
- Lemon Grilled Chicken
- Shish Kabob Recipe with Beef
- Chicken and Steak Kabobs
What to Serve with Kabobs
Delicious Lemon and Dill Hummus
This Delicious Lemon and Dill Hummus is light and refreshing! Hummus makes a great addition to fresh vegetables, pita chips, kabobs or as a spread on a sandwich.
Gluten Free Dairy Free Corn Casserole
This Gluten Free Dairy Free Corn Casserole is a delicious side dish. It is easy to make, creamy, sweet and also makes for great leftovers! This gluten and dairy free version tastes just like the original and makes a great addition to many main course options.
Basil Parmesan Risotto
Basil Parmesan Risotto is creamy, easy to make and a perfect side dish or meal. Grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil make give this recipe lots of delicious flavor.
Oven Roasted Corn on the Cob
Oven roasted corn on the cob is simple and delicious. Make a large batch or one ear of corn... it's up to you! This simple side dish doesn't require much time and is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Healthy Mediterranean Avocado Hummus Bowl
This Healthy Mediterranean Avocado Hummus Bowl is a delicious lunch, dinner or snack! Pair with chicken kabobs or steak kabobs for a more filling meal. The fresh ingredients in this recipe offer lots of bright colors for an enticing meal.
Homemade Cilantro Lime Hummus
Homemade Cilantro Lime Hummus is a twist on classic hummus that is loaded with cilantro and lime flavor. Use it as a dip for vegetables, chips or pretzels or as a spread on a sandwich! This hummus is a great option for dipping chicken kabobs.
Pesto Orzo Salad
Pesto Orzo Salad is loaded with fresh pesto, cherry tomatoes and pine nuts. Pair with your favorite kabob recipe and enjoy.
Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash
Air Fryer Zucchini and Squash is a delicious and easy side dish that can be made in under 30 minutes. This recipe is low carb, vegan, gluten free and dairy free. One of the best side dishes to make in the summer while zucchini and squash are at peak freshness.
Crock Pot Baked Potatoes
Baked Potatoes done right in the crock pot! Try this recipe to make baked sweet potatoes as well. Top with your favorites such as sour cream, cheese, butter, and chives for one of the best side dishes.
Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad
This Cucumber Tomato and Onion Salad is super fast salad to put together. It is very refreshing and only requires a few ingredients in addition to juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and tangy red onions. This is a great recipe to use if you have a home garden and grow your own cucumbers and tomatoes.
Warm Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
This Warm Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad is the side dish you didn't know you needed! It is a delicious combination of warm brussels sprouts, garlicky caesar dressing, salty parmesan cheese and fresh ground pepper.
Quinoa Pasta Salad
This delicious and simple to make quinoa pasta salad is vegan, dairy free and can easily be made gluten free if desired. Make this recipe to have for easy lunches during the week or as a side dish to a main meal. The combination of pasta, quinoa, black olives, roasted red bell peppers and arugula makes for a delicious recipe.
Homemade Cilantro Lime Rice
This Homemade Cilantro Lime Rice is the perfect, easy side dish that pairs with so many main courses. A great recipe to pair with chicken and steak kabobs any time of the year.
Italian Pasta Salad
Italian Pasta Salad loaded with meats, cheeses, olives and vegetables. A delicious side dish or main meal! This is a great recipe for potlucks or large family gatherings.
Green Cilantro Mint Chutney
Green cilantro mint chutney, also known as green chutney, is a classic Indian dip or dressing. With fresh herbs lending this dip so much flavor and gorgeous color, you’ll never want to buy premade versions again. It’s perfect for dipping samosas and adding a zingy pop to your favorite recipes.
5 Ingredient Peanut Sauce Recipe
My go-to 5-ingredient peanut sauce adds so much flavor to any recipe inspired by thai cuisine. It pairs perfectly with vietnamese spring rolls, rice noodle bowls, as salad dressing, and more! Made with 5 simple ingredients you could find at the grocery store, this flavorful sauce is one to keep around to add excitement to your next meal!
Easy green mango chutney (5-ingredient recipe)
Sweet, spicy and tangy green mango chutney! This recipe shows you how to make raw mango chutney easily at home with just 5 ingredients. It is a perfect side dish to eat with your kabobs.
Berry Salad
This fresh berry salad is the perfect side for kebabs. You’ll love the fresh berries and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a delicious strawberry vinaigrette.
Air Fryer Bread
This air fryer bread is crusty, warm, and satisfyingly chewy, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. serve it with a generous slather of butter, a drizzle of honey, or your favorite jam for a scrumptious treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Sauteed Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Herbed Parmesan Recipe
The perfect summer recipe, sautéed zucchini and yellow squash with herbed parmesan is a fresh, light, savory, and easy side dish.
Simple Mint Greek Yogurt Sauce
Zippy, cool, and creamy! This savory yogurt sauce is the perfect match for your summer kabobs.
Pita Pockets with Roasted Veggies and Hummus
Pita Pockets with Roasted Veggies and Hummus Recipe: Healthy and delicious lunch meal you will look forward to. These vegan rainbow pita pockets are very easy and quick to make and can be eaten warm or cold.
Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli (DF)
Full of zesty flavour, this Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is a quick and easy side that pairs perfectly with kabobs!
Mushroom Pea Risotto
Risotto always takes a bit of time but it's always worth it. This mushroom pea risotto is made with two kinds of mushrooms. It's rich, and creamy, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables
This recipe for air fryer roasted vegetables is a delicious medly of Meditteranean flavor. Roasting the veggies in the air fryer is quicker that the oven, and they come out perfectly tender crisp every time.
Oven Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes
These super crispy Oven Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It is super easy to prepare and only requires a few simple ingredients to make. Just cut 'em in half, drizzle with some fresh olive oil, and bake! and Voila!
Baba Ganoush Recipe
Creamy with a complex smoky, garlicky, lemony, slightly nutty flavor, this Baba Ganoush (roasted eggplant dip) recipe will blow your mind. I learned how to make this dip in Syria and it’s been one of my favorite easy appetizers ever since!
Simple Greek Lettuce Salad (Maroulosalata)
This super quick and easy green salad is made with just 6 ingredients – 3 in the salad and 3 in the simple vinaigrette. Made in just 10 minutes, a Greek lettuce salad or ‘maroulosalata’ might just be the simplest side dish you could ever make.
Lemon Basil Rice
This Lemon Basil Rice pilaf is the perfect side dish! Tart zippy lemon and fresh basil are a classic combo that pair well with any protein or veggie.
Mediterranean Lentil Salad
This Mediterranean Lentil Salad is packed with protein rich lentils, vegetables, feta cheese, olives and fresh herbs with a light lemony dressing. This healthy salad works perfectly as a side dish to a meal or even as lunch with pita bread and hummus.
Garlic Naan Recipe (Indian Bread)
Perfect Homemade Garlic Naan Bread! This restaurant style easy garlic naan recipe is a must-try recipe! Plus, you don’t need a tandoor (clay oven) to make it at home. You will get a soft, fluffy texture with the right amount of garlic flavor.
Horiatiki Salad- better known as Greek Salad
Try the classic Greek salad, packed with fresh and flavorful ingredients like crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and flavourful olives!
Zucchini Tomato Eggplant Bake plus Video
Zucchini Tomato Eggplant Bake is a one-pan recipe that is perfectly seasoned and topped with shredded mozzarella for a pleasing side dsh.
Mango Salad
This fruity fresh mango salad recipe is loaded with flavors and textures, including greens, fluffy quinoa, and juicy fruit -- and it's ready fast! Done in 20 minutes!
Yogurt Garlic Sauce for Kebabs
A Creamy Yogurt Garlic Sauce is perfect for your homemade Doner Kebab, Shawarma, Kofta, Souvlaki or Falafels. A Middle Eastern, flavor packed condiment, garlic dip or spread. So simple and delicious!
Greek Yogurt Flatbread Recipe
Light and fluffy Greek Yogurt Flatbread is an easy homemade bread with mouthwatering results. The bread pairs perfectly with kabobs.
Pink Hummus - Beetroot hummus
In the Middle East we always pair kabobs with hummus, and this beetroot hummus is a great twist on a classic.
Curried Quinoa Salad
Curried Quinoa salad is a great side dish that you can make ahead. This salad can be made with leftover cooked quinoa. We add in chopped veggies, and dried fruit, and drizzle it with a spicy dressing.
Red Skin Potato Salad
Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make potato salad that will be a hit at your next summer cookout or family gathering, look no further than this red-skin potato salad.
Damn Delicious Vegan Potato Salad | No Oil, No Mayo
Damn delicious vegan potato salad – take your BBQ to the next level without oil or mayo in this delicious animal friendly classic.
Grandma's Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe
A family favorite that has spanned generations. We’re sure you’ll love this fresh cucumber salad as much as we do!
Watercress Salad
This watercress salad has a real kick of peppery flavour and makes a light and refreshing meal or side dish. Easy to prepare, this salad is the combination of watercress, avocado, and orange and provides an antioxidant-rich, vibrant and adaptable salad, that goes with almost any meal.
The Best Air Fryer Artichokes
These Air Fryer Artichokes make an easy and delectable vegetable side dish. Air frying artichokes takes less than 10 minutes, which is much quicker than steaming or boiling them. When you serve them with a delectable Garlic Aoili for dipping, they taste even better.
Orange and Fennel Salad
A quick fennel salad that is packed full of flavour. Ready for a new go-to side salad, we have the dish for you.
Lemon Orzo Salad
This Lemon Orzo Salad is made with fresh produce like tomatoes, zucchini and basil, and the lemons make it light and refreshing. It's healthy and a perfect make-ahead lunch recipe or side dish, so what are you waiting for? Dig in!
Fattoush Salad
This easy Fattoush Salad has a little bit of everything! Made with arugula, croutons, veggies, and fresh herbs, it can be enjoyed on its own as a full meal or as a side dish along your favorite dinner recipe.
Cauliflower Tabbouleh Salad
Flavorful and slightly exotic, Cauliflower Tabbouleh Salad is a nutritional powerhouse--and it's gluten free! Make it in minutes using just a food processor!
Kale Caesar Salad
This Kale Caesar Salad is made with Tuscan kale, healthy vegetarian caesar dressing, and crispy roasted chickpeas. It's an easy Kale Caesar recipe made without anchovies or eggs, and can be made vegan with a couple of simple swaps.
Absolutely Outrageous Garlic Cheese Bread
This incredible cheesy garlic bread recipe features a crispy loaf of bread slathered with a savory garlic butter and a very generous amount of cheese. It's the perfect side dish for any meal or a delicious snack on its own.
Air Fryer Greek Potatoes: Crispy & Delicious
Looking for a recipe that will WOW your taste buds? This air fryer Greek potatoes recipe is it! These crispy Greek potatoes are flavorful and easy to make. And you only need a few simple ingredients.
Garlic Tri Color Quinoa Recipe
This tri color quinoa recipe is simple to follow and will leave you with a flavorful and healthy side dish. The garlic gives the recipe a boost of flavor, making it irresistible!
Saffron Rice (Pulao) | Instant Pot, Stove & Microwave
This easy Saffron Rice pilaf, or Pulao, is prepared with aromatic and nutty basmati rice simmered in a floral and fragrant saffron-infused broth.
Indian Turmeric Yellow Rice
This fragrant and flavorful Indian Turmeric Yellow Rice is a healthy alternative to your usual white rice. Try my recipe to know how to easily make this vibrant rice on the stovetop or in the instant pot.
Brussels Sprouts Gratin with Cheesy Bechamel
This brussels sprouts gratin with cheese sauce is based on Julia Child’s Choux de Bruxelles à la Mornay, Gratinés, and is a rich vegetable side dish made with homemade béchamel.
Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad Recipe (Tabbouli)
This delicious Lebanese tabbouleh salad recipe (tabbouli) is a popular Middle Eastern dish. It is fresh, leafy, herby, and citrusy. The combination of these ingredients creates a mouth-watering, healthy, and savory side that can be served with shawarmas, grilled kabobs, lamb, chicken or fish.
Moroccan Tomato Couscous Recipe
Couscous cooked in a rich tomato sauce bursting with flavour! This Tomato Couscous Recipe is easy-to-follow and will soon become a household favourite! Serve this delicious side with fish, meat or veggies.
Rainbow Veggie Rice
This colorful and tasty side is full of nutrition, Whole30 friendly, and kid approved. Paired with your favorite protein, it’s a great way to get your daily dose of veggies!
Ezme Recipe (Turkish Acili Ezme)
Ezme is a tangy, spicy dip made from fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers, and parsley. It is the perfect partner for your kebabs or a fresh loaf of bread.
Best Yellow Rice Recipe
This Aromatic Yellow Rice Recipe Makes A Great Side And Has A Big Punch Of Flavor.
Persian Cucumber Salad
Shirazi salad is a Persian cucumber salad often served as a side for kabobs. This raw chopped salad is fresh, refreshing, and quite delicious!
Baked Dill Fries
These thick dill fries are a good side dish to serve with your kebabs. They are flavorful and so easy to make.
Classic, Creamy Macaroni Salad (dairy and gluten-free)
Learn how to make creamy macaroni salad with an allergy-friendly twist! Only seven ingredients in this dairy-free macaroni salad recipe! Sweetened with apples and kept tart with pickles, this macaroni salad recipe is simple, creamy, and the perfect addition to any summertime barbeque.
Spinach and Chickpea Salad
A tasty, healthy and satisfying spinach and chickpea salad with pita croutons and a creamy tahini dressing.
Pickled Pearl Onions | Sirke Waale Pyaaz
A vibrant colored condiment these pickled pearl onions are perfect for salads, bowls or to serve with Indian dishes! They come together in minutes and are perfectly tangy, sweet and super flavorful.
Lemon Rice
A comforting recipe made using rice, Lemon Rice is bright, vibrant, citrus-y and delicious. It comes together in under 30 minutes, needs a handful of ingredients and makes a great side or even a complete meal by itself!
Easy Raw Carrot Salad - Evergreen Kitchen
This healthy and easy Raw Carrot Salad is made with lemon, fresh dill and parsley. Bursting with flavor and so simple to make. Ready in 10 minutes!
Halloumi Couscous Salad with Lemon
This Halloumi Couscous Salad with Lemon features colorful veggies, chickpeas, a fluffy lemon and herb couscous, and seared halloumi cheese. An easy, protein-packed vegetarian salad recipe.
Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
Colorful cherry tomatoes are paired with fresh mozzarella pearls, torn basil leaves and rich and tangy oven-roasted tomato and white balsamic vinaigrette.
Halloumi Pasta Salad with Greek Herb Vinaigrette
This Halloumi Pasta Salad recipe is a delicious and colorful addition to any Summertime spread! Pasta, lots of veggies, olives and halloumi cheese make this easy recipe so crave worthy!
Green Bean Caprese Salad
This easy Italian green bean salad is fresh, fun, and great paired with a variety of foods.
Cantaloupe Salad with CousCous
This cantaloupe salad is refreshing and a great complement to summer outdoor meals or bbqs!
Quinoa and Sweet Potato Salad with Fruit
This quinoa fruit salad is fresh and light and a perfect side for your main dish.
Parmesan Brussels Sprouts Salad
Parmesan Brussels Sprouts Salad is a crisp and fresh simple salad. Brussels sprouts pair perfectly with parmesan and honey lemon vinaigrette.
Tzatziki Cream Cheese Sauce | Tzatziki Recipe
Cream Cheese Tzatziki a popular Middle Eastern dip or sauce served as accompaniment to a lot of dishes.
Coconut Basmati Rice (Instant Pot and Stovetop)
This simple but delicious coconut rice is a perfect side dish for kabobs. This rice is creamy and rich with just a subtle coconut flavor, perfect for pairing with all different marinades and grilling spices!
Deviled Egg Pasta Salad Recipe| Easy Macaroni Salad
Deviled egg macaroni salad is a classic recipe features tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing that's perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, and potlucks.
Mediterranean Rice Pilaf
This Mediterranean rice pilaf is the perfect accompaniment to kebabs.

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