Swordfish is a classic, tender, and healthy dinner option that’s very easy to make. Check out these 13 best side dishes that complement this delicious fish. Swordfish goes well with vegetables, pasta or grains. All you have to do is decide between a healthy side dish and a hearty side dish!
If you’d like to eat fish more often, below you will find some side dish options from easy veggie dishes to creamy pasta dishes that will have your mouth watering and your stomach begging for more!
Boiled Potatoes
Time on your hands or strapped for time, either way there are options to make boiled potatoes to add to your salmon dish. Boil them in the microwave for 6-8 minutes or on the stove for just about double that time. After boiling just add some butter and fresh herbs and you have a simple side dish that has people thinking that you slaved over the stove all day.
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Air Fryer Asparagus
Vegan, low-carb and keto?! What more could you ask for? Air Fryer asparagus is a delectable side dish that provides a crisp bite after just about 7 minutes in the air fryer. To top that all off the recipe is quite simple-all you need is some salt and pepper to season and parmesan to garnish! Like they say, once you try it, you’ll never go back!
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Steamed Broccoli
Another side dish that is chalked full of vitamin c but also low-carb, keto-friendly, steamed broccoli is the ideal side dish for salmon. When you steam broccoli, it rids of the acidic taste and brings out that natural sweetness that you crave for your dinner. The best part is that it only takes 10 minutes to steam
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Microwave Mashed Potatoes
Microwaved mashed potatoes? Is this true? You bet!! In just 15 minutes, you can have smooth, creamy mashed potatoes. All you have to do is choose starchy potatoes, cut into cubes and microwave on high for 10 minutes. Add in milk and butter and you’ll never want to mash potatoes the hard way again.
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Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
Staying on the healthy side of things, roasted balsamic brussel sprouts are the perfect option. Using fresh brussel sprouts for this recipe provides a great texture and has more nutrition compared to frozen ones. Keep in mind that you will want to cook these at a higher temperature in order to bring out that sweetness and crisp taste.
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Pesto Pasta
Looking to incorporate more protein into your diet? Even if you’re not, pesto pasta is a must try! It is gluten-free pasta, tossed in a creamy, vegan pea pesto sauce that is topped with sun dried tomatoes – delicious and nutriosous in 30 minutes flat!
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Fruit Salsa
Is there anything better than a bright and colorful side dish to compliment your salmon? Fruit salsa not only provides a fresh taste but sweet and tart as well. Simply dice up your favorite fruits, add some sugar and lemon juice and you are on your way to a juicy treat. If you want to step it up a notch, add in some cinnamon-covered tortilla chips.
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Apple Salad
If you’re a pro at making a yogurt or mayonnaise dressing then you will want to include this side dish into your meal. Chop up some apples and celery, add in some walnuts and raisins with that yogurt dressing and you will have a salad that is both healthy and heavenly.
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Potato Salad
You may think your mom’s recipe or your grandma’s recipe when trying your hands at this dish, but this recipe will have you making your own potato salad that may just become the new family recipe. For the best flavor, make your salad a day ahead of time.
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Tartar Sauce
Why go store-bought when you can do homemade? This tartar sauce is creamy goodness that you can pair perfectly with your fried fish. The mayo adds the creaminess, the pickles add the crunch and the lemon juice adds a fresh zesty flavor.
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Wingstop Ranch Sauce
Flavorful and better than anything you can buy in the stores. It’s this copycat recipe that will have you running to the fridge and cupboards to look for things to dip into it. It’s creamy, zesty, smooth, fresh and completely addictive! The secret to the creaminess? Mayo, sour cream and buttermilk!
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Creamy Mac and Cheese
Rich, creamy and easy to make! Nothing beats a classic like creamy mac and cheese! It proves to be the perfect pairing for salmon cakes because you can dip, scoop or wipe up any of the leftover creamy cheese with your salmon cake. Piece of advice, in order to get that strong, robust flavor choose a sharp cheddar!
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Simple Skillet Green Beans
If you’re looking for the perfect healthy side dish, then look no further than skillet green beans. All you need is garlic, olive oil, fresh string beans, some spice and one pot. Yes one pot! All you have to do is caramelize the garlic in the oil and then toss in the green beans – you can’t fail!
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Easy Apple Salad to Serve with Swordfish
Easy Apple Salad is one of our favorite side dishes to serve with swordfish or other fish. It takes less than 10 minutes and is so delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 large apples chopped
- 3/4 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Core apples and cut them into small chunks.
- Add them into a large bowl, and mix with fresh lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
- Add celery, raisins, and walnuts.
- Add yogurt, and then mix everything together. Serve and enjoy!
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