If you're wondering what to serve with grilled shrimp you've come to the right place. This list of 30 of my favorite grilled shrimp side dishes that are a perfect pairing to any and all shrimp recipes.
![one image on top with is of grilled shrimp then three images below of sides dishes that can are served with grilled shrimp](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sides-for-grilled-shrimp-hero.jpg)
When the spring starts warming up and everyone starts pulling out their outdoor grill, often times shrimp is the desired dish for the day.
Just like there are many different ways to grill shrimp, there are many side dishes to choose from.
Some folks sometimes want to change it up from the normal everyday stuff you throw together out of habit. If you want some inspiration, see the below side dishes I've listed - they all pair beautifully with fresh shrimp.
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Salads
A light salad is a perfect side for shrimp, it's a great way to allow the flavors of the shrimp skewers to shine and turns into a shrimp salad good enough for a main dish. Healthy recipes too (mostly).
I know some people like to keep it simple with lemon juice and black pepper - but let's make a quick meal out of it.
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Southwest_Salad_Recipe_2.jpg)
![Close up of a bowl of KFC Macaroni Salad with a spoon digging in.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/KFC-Macaroni-Salad-Recipe-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Overhead shot of a full bowl of a copycat cracker barrel kale salad.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cracker-Barrel-Kale-Salad-Featured-Image.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/mediterranean-chickpea-salad-IG.png)
![a bowl full of mango avocado and other salad items](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/51141550218_8ab98b84bc_h.jpeg)
![Close up of some cajun corn maque choux with a big spoon digging in.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Cajun-Corn-Maque-Choux-Featured-Image.jpg)
![a close up of an apple cranberry salad](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Blank-1200-x-628-3.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/strawberry-goat-cheese-salad-featured-image-1.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/pear-and-fennel-salad-5.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/broccoli-cauliflower-salad-feature.jpg)
Favorite Vegetables
Vegetables are a great option as a side dish for grilled shrimp. There is such a variety some think it's the best way to pair shrimp. The trick is to have the vegetables ready as soon as you take the shrimp off the hot grill.
Perhaps you like to jazz up your veggies with some chili powder, lemon zest or green onions. Following is some really great vegetable recipes;
![a close up of a bowl of cajun green beans with a serving spoon digging in](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Cajun-Green-Beans-FB.jpg)
![Close up of a skillet with Texas Roadhouse Sauteed Mushrooms inside.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Texas-Roadhouse-Sauteed-Mushrooms-Recipe-Featured-Image.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/roasted-vegetables-social.jpeg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Easy-Vegetable-Foil-Packets.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Cabbage-Apple-Radish-Slaw-1.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Grilled-Veggie-Kebabs-4.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DSC_1650-scaled.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Prosciutto-Wrapped-Asparagus-featured.jpeg)
Pasta dishes
Pasta recipes are always a hit! Try any of the following recipes;
![Overhead shot of a bowl of summer pesto pasta salad, cropped square.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Summer-Pesto-Pasta-Salad-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Close up of a bowl of Ruby Tuesday ham and pea pasta salad with a spoon digging in.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ruby-tuesday-ham-and-pea-pasta-salad-recipe-Featured-Image.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Roasted-Vegetable-Orzo-scaled.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/hawaiian-mac-salad-1.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/couscous-salad-recipe-IG.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Macaroni-Pasta-Salad-Recipe.jpg)
![close up of a skillet of mac and cheese with some missing.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Cracker-Barrel-Mac-and-Cheese-Recipe-Featured-Image.jpg)
Dips and sauce
My favorite dips and sauce!
![Close up of fried apples with a wooden spoon.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Cracker-Barrel-Fried-Apples-Featured-Image.jpg)
![a close up image of a bowl of guacamole with tomato](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Guacamole-with-tomato-FB.jpg)
![A large bowl of seafood sauce with some ingredients in the background](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Seafood-Sauce-FB.jpg)
![A scoop of loaded green bean casserole being lifted out of the dish.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Loaded-Green-Bean-Casserole-Featured-Image.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/melitzanosalata-recipe-IG.jpg)
Potatoes
I'm a potato kinda gal. I could eat potatoes with any meal. Following are my favorites;
![Side shot of a bowl of amish mashed potatoes cropped square.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Amish-Mashed-Potatoes-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Overhead shot of a sweet potato fluff in a dish, with a spoon missing.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Sweet-Potato-Fluff-Featured-Image.jpg)
![a dish full of crispy potatoes in front of an instant pot](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Crispy-Instant-Pot-Potatoes-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Overhead image of slow cooker mashed potatoes made with chicken broth, and pats of butter on top.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Slow-Cooker-Mashed-Potatoes-with-Chicken-Broth-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Close up of a corner of a dish of sweet potato casserole with a scoop missing.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Cracker-Barrel-Sweet-Potato-Casserole-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Close up shot of a pot of stewed potatoes.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Stewed-Potatoes-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Slow cooker roast potatoes recipe with a wooden spoon digging in.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Slow-Cooker-Roast-Potatoes-Featured-Image.jpg)
![a closeup image of some popeyes cajun fries in a cylindrical flower like container with white paper towel](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Popeyes-Cajun-Fries-FB.jpg)
![a close up picture of 2 hash browns with scrambled eggs and mushrooms behind](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Air-Fryer-Hash-Browns-FB.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/instant-pot-potato-salad-picnic.2x3-360x360-1.jpg)
Rice
Rice dishes are a big deal here in Louisiana. Following are some of my readers favorites;
![a plate of rice pilaf with cranberries close up in front of a dish](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Cranberry-Apple-Rice-Pilaf-FB.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/pesto-risotto-1200x1200-1.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Cauliflower-Rice-Pilaf-social-32.jpg)
Corn
Corn dishes always work well with shrimp.
![Very close up shot of a bowl of Elotes Pasta salad, cropped square.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Elotes-Pasta-Salad-Featured-Image.jpg)
![a bowl of cheese grits with grated cheese melting on top with a spoon diving in](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Cheese-Grits-FB.jpg)
![](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/creamed-corn-feat-1.jpg)
![Stuffed garlic bread slightly opened to show inside.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Stuffed-Garlic-Bread-Recipe.jpg)
![Square shot of an italian cheese bread with one taken out.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Italian-Cheese-Bread-Featured-Image.jpg)
![A baking dish with garlic butter rolls just cooked.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Garlic-Butter-Rolls-Featured-Image.jpg)
![Close up shot of an old fashioned southern biscuits recipe with butter brushed.](https://thecaglediaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Old-Fashioned-Southern-Biscuits-Featured-Image.jpg)
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