25 Simple Sides to Serve with Tacos

 Posted on August 24, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  811 words  |  Tobi Tarwater

Published: Dec 26, 2023 · Updated: Dec 26, 2023 by · This post may contain affiliate links

Are you looking for simple and delicious side dishes to serve with your epic tacos?

Having written an entire cookbook on tacos and with many recipes on this site, I can share some of the tastiest original sides to bring your taco night to a new level!

Looking for great tacos? Check out these out-of-this-world taco recipes that come together in a flash.

Best Sides for Tacos

The best part about tacos is that no matter what you choose to serve on the side they’re still out of this world delicious. from sauces, dips, rice, and salads there are many options to pair them with!

The recipes below are great options for your next taco night. Simply click on the recipe to print it or save it to your favorite pinterest board for later!

Corn and Black Bean Salsa with Avocado

5 from 17 votes

Delicious Corn and Black Bean Salsa is full of fresh summery lime, cilantro, and ripe tomatoes for epic taco night.

Make This Recipe Mexican Cauliflower Rice

5 from 33 votes

This low-carb recipe is full of flavor and 100x better than the original.

Make This Recipe Oven Corn on the Cobb

5 from 16 votes

Bake buttery corn all year round with this easy oven method.

Make This Recipe closeup of clear bowl filled with freshly made pico de gallo Homemade Pico de Gallo

5 from 21 votes

Made with fresh ingredients, this Pico de Gallo is easy and the perfect topping.

Make This Recipe cilantro lime cauliflower rice Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

5 from 26 votes

Low-carb meals can be exciting, especially with this delicious cauliflower rice recipe.

Make This Recipe bell pepper nachos topped with cheese and sour cream Bell Pepper nachos

5 from 31 votes

Use bell peppers to build the base for these epic loaded nachos.

Make This Recipe Avocado and Shrimp Salad

5 from 33 votes

Super refreshing and easy to make for your Taco Tuesday.

Make This Recipe Spicy Guacamole Recipe

4.98 from 40 votes

Great for beginners, adjust the heat level to your preference with this simple Guacamole recipe.

Make This Recipe Spanish Cauliflower Rice

5 from 20 votes

You'll love this low-carb and keto-friendly recipe.

Make This Recipe small white bowl of pineapple salsa on a plate with tortillas and a lime wedge Fresh Pineapple Salsa

5 from 20 votes

Fresh pineapple is packed with epic flavors that taste like a party for your tastebuds.

Make This Recipe Corn and Tomato Salad Recipe

5 from 18 votes

This healthy recipe is packed with flavor and is a perfect side dish for the grilling season.

Make This Recipe guacamole in a bowl Easy Guacamole Recipe with Salsa

5 from 14 votes

Great for topping chips and tacos! Comes together in about one minute.

Make This Recipe Southwest Quinoa Salad Bowls

5 from 30 votes

Southwest Quinoa Salad is healthy, comes together really fast, and is great for lunch prep.

Make This Recipe Cheesy Cauliflower Rice in a bowl Cheesy Cauliflower Rice

5 from 38 votes

This low-carb cheesy Cauliflower Rice rounds out your family's dinner while tasting delicious.

Make This Recipe Santa Fe Salad with Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

5 from 24 votes

Make this salad with or without chicken when you want something crunchy on the side. It comes together with many taco-staple ingredients.

Make This Recipe Easy Side Salad

5 from 28 votes

This veggie packed salad is one you'll want to serve every night.

Make This Recipe Mint Watermelon Salad

5 from 21 votes

A light side for when the temperatures are high and you've made filling tacos!

Make This Recipe homemade nachos on a cooking tray with avocados and salsa on the side Easy Homemade Nachos

5 from 23 votes

Make these in 5 minutes and enjoy it as a table-side appetizer before you dig into your taco feast!

Make This Recipe Roasted Peppers and Onions

5 from 11 votes

Tender roasted peppers and onions with crispy brown edges. Great for salads, wraps, fajitas, and TACOS!

Make This Recipe roasted potatoes on a baking sheet Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

5 from 21 votes

These Fingerling Potatoes are perfectly seasoned on the outside and buttery soft.

Make This Recipe Oven-Roasted Red Peppers 

5 from 8 votes

Follow this step-by-step for easy peel roasted red peppers that pair amazingly with tacos.

Make This Recipe Canned Salsa

4.97 from 152 votes

Make your own fresh salsa anytime with this step-by-step canning guide for beginners.

Make This Recipe sliced and grilled vegetables on skewers Grilled Veggie Kabobs

5 from 33 votes

This recipe highlights cook times, pairings, soaking the skewers, and marinades for an epic taco night side.

Make This Recipe 7 layer mexican dip cup with a tortilla chip in it 7 Layer Mexican Dip Cups

5 from 6 votes

These dip cups are made with black beans and are perfect for taco night or as a party appetizer!

Make This Recipe image: three grainless tortillas sitting on a counter next to a tortilla press nad balls of homemade tortilla dough Grain-Free Tortillas

4.91 from 22 votes

A simple and grain-free recipe that comes together in a single bowl and will revolutionize taco night.

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For quick and delicious tacos in the oven, try our baked tacos!

Make your next taco night even better with these super simple and delicious side dishes.

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