Hey there! Ready to elevate that classic Sole Meuniere you've mastered (or are about to)? You're in luck!
Picking the perfect side dish can turn a great meal into an unforgettable one. And guess what? It's not rocket science.
I've got the scoop on seven fab sides that will have your dinner guests asking for seconds.
No more scratching your head at the grocery store or flipping through endless online recipes.
Get ready to serve up some serious plate envy with these irresistible companions to your fishy main course.
Dish it out and watch the magic happen!
Why Consider Serving Side Dishes with Sole Meuniere?
Since it's such a spectacular dish, you can eat it alone and relish it.
But sole meuniere pairs perfectly with other foods too.
It's also exciting to eat more than one dish and enjoy the combination of different flavors.
You can have crispy, tender, sweet, salty, spicy and sour simultaneously.
It also gives you a chance to experiment, especially if you love cooking and tasting different foods.
You can add some sweet, spicy or crunchy side dishes and see how they taste with the fish dish.
What to Serve with Sole Meuniere? 7 BEST Side Dishes
If you plan to serve sole meuniere sometime, check out the following seven best sides.
1 - Mashed Potatoes
If there is one dish that can save the day, it's the good old classic mashed potatoes.
Very simple yet delicious and filling, it clicks with most dishes, so you can add it as a side with sole meuniere.
Mashed potatoes dish is also easy to make, and you can do it with just a few ingredients.
You only need milk, butter, cream, salt and pepper and you can have a delicious dish in a short while.
You can add herbs and spices if you want a varied taste.
If not, the usual ingredients will be as flavorful as expected.
2 - Italian Roasted Mushrooms and Veggies
Simple yet delicious, Italian roasted mushrooms and veggies dish is also suitable to serve as a side with sole meuniere.
Because it pairs perfectly with the fish and it's one of the simplest dishes you can make.
Mushrooms are also versatile, and cooking enthusiasts also use them as a substitution for meat in many dishes.
For making the dish, you need mushrooms, cauliflower, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, parsley, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning (thyme, basil, oregano).
If you want some heat, you can add some chili flakes.
3 - Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes
A crunchy addition to your meal is always welcome, and what better than a dish of roasted asparagus and tomatoes to go with sole meuniere?
Because asparagus is a nutritious and tasty addition to any diet.
Tomatoes also contain plenty of nutrients, so they make a great combo.
The combination works pretty well with the fish dish.
The main ingredients include asparagus, tomatoes, some grated parmesan, balsamic reduction, and salt and pepper.
The whole dish takes about fifteen minutes to cook, and you can serve it hot.
Cook the vinegar (while you roast the asparagus and tomatoes) for fifteen or twenty minutes or till the sauce is thick and pour on the veggies once they come out of the oven.
4 - Fresh Veggie Salad
A bowl of fresh veggie salad can also be an addition to sole meuniere any time.
Because vegetable salads are nutritious and very flavorful.
You also have many choices when making a fresh veggie salad.
You can make a salad with any vegetable that you have in your kitchen.
Carrots, beets, parsnips, spinach, lettuce, herbs, tomatoes and onions are some veggies that you can use to make delicious salads.
Add some lemon juice or vinegar for some tangy flavor.
You can also include olive oil, salt and pepper and even chili flakes if you like some spice.
5 - Steamed Broccoli with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Though often underrated, a steamed broccoli dish with toasted sesame seeds can also pair with sole meuniere as a side dish.
Because steamed broccoli with toasted sesame seeds is simple yet tasty and nutritious.
It also goes well with sole meuniere and brings in freshness to the whole meal.
To make the simple but delicious dish, you need broccoli, olive oil, lemon juice or zest, toasted almonds and sesame seeds and freshly ground black pepper.
You can also use butter or mayonnaise instead of olive oil and balsamic vinegar or seasoned rice vinegar instead of lemon zest or juice.
Make sure to buy dark green or purple because they are fresh and not the yellow florets.
Also make sure the broccoli is fork pierce-able (perfectly cooked) when you take it out of the stove.
Don't cook it longer or it will turn soggy and ruin the dish.
6 - Roasted Potatoes
If you love potatoes, here is yet another dish which you can add as a side with sole meuniere.
Because roasted potatoes are fantastic, easy to make, and they team up well with sole meuniere.
You can also get any type of potatoes any time of the year.
Making roasted potatoes is simple, and you can do it with a handful of ingredients.
All you need is some garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and thyme sprigs.
Rub some olive oil or a non-stick spray on a baking tray and place chopped potatoes and all the ingredients together.
Bake it for about thirty minutes in a 400⁰ F or till the potatoes cook through.
Add a splash of lemon juice to get that perfect balance of flavors.
7 - Sauteed Mushrooms
It's the last item on this list but is on par with any dish mentioned above.
So, you can add sauteed mushrooms as a side with sole meuniere and get a lot of flavors and fill up your belly too.
Making the dish may take some time, but you will be pretty happy with the results.
Sauté chopped garlic in olive oil for about one minute and include the chopped mushrooms.
Cook the mushrooms till they are golden brown and lower the flame.
Add salt and pepper and cook more for about five minutes; continue to stir the mushrooms using a spoon or spatula till the last minute, and it will be perfect.
