If you’re wondering what to serve with your bangers and mash, you’ve come to the right place.
In this article, I list 45 of the most popular side dishes for bangers and mash.
In a rush? Here’s the short answer.
The best side dishes to serve with bangers and mash are sauteed green peas, red onion gravy, British baked beans, and cauliflower cheese. You can also serve a honey crisp apple salad, braised leeks, or coleslaw. For a low-carb option, swap your mashed potatoes for mashed swede.
Ready? Let’s jump right in.
British favorites
Serve your bangers and mash with these classic dishes for the ultimate British-inspired feast.
Yorkshire pudding will add carbs, but you deserve a treat occasionally, right?
Want a healthier option? Go with mushy or minted peas.
British baked beans
Don’t feel like serving gravy with your bangers and mash?
Whip up some saucy baked beans instead. You could go for the canned version, but homemade is SO much better.
For best results, use dried beans – it requires additional prep, but it’s worth it.
Why we love this recipe: it’s a warm and hearty dish that won’t break the bank.
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British baked beans
Go American
Spicy baked beans with bacon
Make it cheesy
Cheesy white bean tomato bake
Cauliflower cheese
Indulge responsibly with this cauliflower casserole.
If the thought of dipping your sausages into a rich cheese sauce doesn’t make your tummy rumble, I don’t know what will.
You can easily add some broccoli for more color too if you want.
Why we love this recipe: it calls for roasting the florets which means they won’t water down the cheese sauce.
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Classic cauliflower cheese
Make it vegan
Vegan cauliflower cheese
Change the flavor
Baked cauliflower parmesan
Sauteed green peas
Green peas are my go-to side for bangers and mash.
They’ll add a delightful, mildly sweet flavor to contrast the meaty sausages.
There are a few ways to cook peas, but a simple saute with butter and garlic does the trick if you’re pressed for time.
Why we love this recipe: you only need 10 minutes and four ingredients to get this dish on the table.
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Sauteed green peas
Make it cheesy
Cheesy peas
Fire up the oven
Brown butter and garlic roasted peas
Yorkshire pudding
This British classic is perfect with bangers and mash, especially if you have gravy.
These puddings are golden and crisp on the outside, with light and airy centers that are simply irresistible.
Serve these treats straight out of the oven to enjoy maximum crispiness.
Why we love this recipe: it suggests using beef drippings to ensure a big burst of flavor.
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Traditional Yorkshire pudding
Make it vegan
Yorkshire puddings (gluten-free & vegan)
Make it unique
Yorkshire pudding wraps
Vegetables
Complete your bangers and mash meal with nutritious vegetable side dish. Simple sauteed greens will do the trick, but you can also fire up the oven to roast your favorite veg.
Try creamed spinach, sauteed asparagus, or braised leeks. And mashed rutabaga is the perfect low-carb alternative for your mash.
Roasted garlic lemon broccoli
I love roasting broccoli.
It enhances the florets’ natural earthy flavors and the edges get slightly charred.
Serve your bangers and mash alongside a helping of these veggies for a nourishing meal.
Why we love this recipe: the oven does most of the work for you with this side.
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Roasted garlic lemon broccoli
Make it quick
Air fryer broccoli
Make it decadent
Broccoli bake
Peperonata
Add a delicious Italian twist to your bangers and mash with a serving of peperonata.
This dish features bell peppers simmered with onions and red wine until they take on a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
It will bring a lovely sweetness to your dinner.
Why we love this recipe: it adds a vibrant splash of color to any dish.
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Peperonata
Make it quick
Sauteed peppers and onions
Use the oven
Roasted bell peppers
Braised red cabbage
Take some inspiration from German cuisine and make braised red cabbage to go with your bangers and mash.
Red cabbage and granny smith apples are cooked down in vinegar and various aromatics.
The resulting dish?
Tender cabbage and apple with a surprisingly tart flavor that will liven up your dinner.
Why we love this recipe: it may take an hour to cook, but I can promise you it’s well worth it.
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Braised red cabbage
Make it quick
Pickled cabbage
Get rid of the tang
Butter braised cabbage
Sauteed spinach
Sautéed spinach is very simple, but it’s not lacking in flavor and it’s also packed with nutrients.
Anna’s recipe uses caramelized onions and LOTS of garlic to flavor her spinach.
And the best part? It takes less than 10 minutes to cook.
Why we love this recipe: it’s the perfect dish for a busy weeknight.
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Sauteed spinach
Make it decadent
Creamed spinach
Get rid of the tang
Steamed kale
Ratatouille
Ratatouille may sound intimidating, but it couldn’t be easier to make.
This recipe calls for cooking each vegetable by themselves first, which ensures that the end result isn’t just a big pile of mush!
Psst… Mediterranean stew is an excellent replacement for the gravy in your bangers and mash.
Why we love this recipe: it’s naturally healthy and vegan-friendly.
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Ratatouille
Make it fancy
Layered ratatouille
Use the oven
Mediterranean roasted vegetables
Braised leeks
Leeks are often overlooked in favor of other vegetables like broccoli or green beans, but have you tried braising them in white wine?
The resulting dish is soft, tender leeks in a buttery sauce.
The sauce is perfect for spooning over your fluffy mash.
Why we love this recipe: it uses the entire leek so nothing goes to waste.
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Leeks in white wine sauce
Make it cheesy
Cheesy leek gratin
Make it simple
Slow roasted leeks with lemon and dill
Condiments and sauces
Bangers and mash is usually smothered with a rich, savory onion gravy.
But why not switch things up and top it with caramelized onions instead? Or you can add an umami hit with a serving of creamy garlic mushrooms.
Red onion gravy
This isn’t technically a side dish, but onion gravy is a must-have when serving bangers and mash.
It has a rich, sweet flavor with a sharp acidic note courtesy of some apple cider.
Smother your bangers and mash with this silky gravy for a winning meal.
Why we love this recipe: this delicious gravy is a breeze to make – no special tools needed, just your trusty knife and sauce pot.
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Red onion gravy
Make it sweet
Caramelized onions
Make it quick
5-minute gravy
Whiskey bacon and onion chutney
Elevate your humble bangers and mash by serving it alongside this delicious bacon and onion chutney.
The whiskey adds a great depth of flavor and the bacon brings smokiness.
Why we love this recipe: it’s incredibly addicting and moreish.
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Whiskey bacon and onion chutney
Make it simple
Caramelized onion chutney
Try some fusion
Chili and ginger tomato chutney
Creamy garlic mushrooms and bacon
Skip the gravy and serve your bangers and mash with these luscious mushrooms instead.
The sauce, made with white wine, heavy cream, herbs, and cheese is decadent but oh-so-delicious.
And you get some veggies on the plate too, so you’re getting two things for the price of one!
Why we love this recipe: it completely transforms the humble mushroom.
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Creamy garlic mushrooms and bacon
Make it fun
Drunken mushrooms
Make it tangy
Mustard cream sauce
Salads
Bangers and mash is a rich, savory dish so you can’t go wrong with a side of salad for a contrasting fresh bite.
I love a crisp coleslaw with this British classic.
But you can also keep it simple with a bowl of arugula or chopped lettuce tossed with lemon and olive oil.
Honey crisp apple salad
With a luscious mash and savory sausage, this fresh apple salad is just what you need to complete your meal.
The fresh apples and walnuts add a crunchy bite to contrast your tender sausage, and the peppery arugula brings everything together.
Why we love this recipe: the vinaigrette dressing features curry powder to keep things interesting.
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Honey crisp apple salad
Skip the leafy greens
Apple and broccoli salad
Swap out the apple
Rocket and pear salad with parmesan
Coleslaw
A classic coleslaw may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of bangers and mash.
But it’s a combination that makes sense.
The cooling coleslaw will provide a refreshing contrast to the steaming hot sausages.
Why we love this recipe: it’s an easy, no-cook dish that you can prepare ahead of time.
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Classic coleslaw
Make it different
Savoy cabbage salad
Make it lighter
No mayo coleslaw
The best side dishes to serve with bangers and mash
- British baked beans
- Cauliflower cheese
- Sauteed green peas
- Yorkshire pudding
- Roasted garlic lemon broccoli
- Peperonata
- Braised red cabbage
- Sauteed spinach
- Ratatouille
- Braised leeks
- Red onion gravy
- Whiskey bacon and onion chutney
- Onion garlic mushrooms and bacon
- Honey crisp apple salad
- Coleslaw
What To Serve With Bangers And Mash (45 Ideas)
Ingredients
- 1 portion british baked beans
- 1 portion braised leeks
- 1 portion yorkshire pudding
- 1 portion creamy garlic mushrooms and bacon
- 1 portion cauliflower cheese
- 1 portion coleslaw … and more
Instructions
- Prepare your bangers and mash according to your favorite recipe.
- In the meantime, choose one of the following sides to serve alongside them.
- Side dishes include: british baked beans, cauliflower cheese, sauteed green peas, yorkshire pudding, roasted garlic lemon broccoli, peperonata, braised red cabbage, sauteed spinach, ratatouille, braised leeks, red onion gravy, onion garlic mushrooms and bacon, whiskey bacon and onion chutney, honey crisp apple salad, and coleslaw.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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