Name: What To Serve With Lime Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 23 min
Ingredients: 1 portion lime chicken

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If you’re wondering what to serve with your lime chicken, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, I list 11 of the most popular side dishes for lime chicken.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best dishes to serve with lime chicken are cilantro lime rice, creamy mashed cauliflower, pineapple salsa, cheesy garlic bread, and sweet potato fries. For lighter options, try avocado quinoa salad, fresh green salad, roasted broccoli, or grilled asparagus.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Cilantro lime rice

Sometimes all you want is a quick and tasty side to go with your lime chicken.

And there’s nothing as simple as serving rice at your dinner table.

And you can easily jazz it up by using the lime from your main dish to make some cilantro lime rice.

This cilantro lime rice is better than chipotles!

Worried about lime overload? Don’t be! With extra flavor, it’s even better.

And if you’re still not sure, you can try this easy pilaf rice instead.

Avocado quinoa salad

One way to whip up a salad without any leafy greens is to make an avocado quinoa salad.

Bright, light, and delicious – that’s how I’d describe it.

Quinoa is high in protein, and avocados are rich in fiber, making this salad both healthy and hearty.

And you can add a nice touch of crunch by sprinkling some chopped almonds on top. The nutty flavor will go well with the lime sauce.

This recipe from Eatwell 101 screams perfection.

Fresh green salad

Fresh green salad is my go-to side dish when things get rough in the kitchen.

It’s the epitome of simplicity and comes together with a few easily customizable ingredients.

You can’t really go wrong.

Keep this simple green salad recipe stuck to your fridge.

Creamy mashed cauliflower

Mashed potatoes are our favorite!

But there’s nothing wrong with mixing things up once in a while. A great low-carb alternative to potatoes is mashed cauliflower.

They’re still just as creamy but have a lighter texture that keeps your lime chicken feeling summery.

You’ll want to eat this mashed cauliflower straight out of the bowl!

Pineapple salsa

Lime instantly transports me to a beach on a tropical island.

Something else that has the same effect? Pineapple salsa.

Enjoy a glob of this fruity and refreshing topping on your grilled lime chicken. The vibrant colors will be irresistible, and you get the yin and yang of sweet and sour.

Not a fan of pineapple? Pick another type of salsa.

Replace pineapple with watermelon, peach, mango, or any sweet fruit in your fridge; they’ll all taste and look good.

Sounds insane, right?

I challenge you to try this pineapple salsa.

Cheesy garlic bread

Need a last-minute side dish that everyone will love?

In just 10 minutes, you can transform plain bread into an ooey-gooey cheesy garlic toast.

Your guest can use the buttery bread to mop up any leftover chicken juice on their plates, so no one drop of flavor goes to waste.

Head over to Melissa’s southern-style kitchen for an outrageous cheesy garlic bread recipe.

Sugar snap peas

The definition of fresh is in a bowl of sugar snap peas.

They’re crunchy and sweet, which balances really well with the zesty, tangy taste of the lime chicken.

These sugar snap peas come together in just 10 minutes!

Psst… they work really well with sweet potato fries below.

Sweet potato fries

Sweet potato fries are a great match for lime chicken.

They’re crispy on the outside but soft and fluffy on the inside. And the natural sweetness helps cut the tangy taste of the lime marinade.

To up the sweetness, drizzle some honey on them just before serving. Or to add some punch, sprinkle them with cayenne pepper.

Warning: these sweet potato fries are addictive!

Seasoned black beans

Side dishes are the supporting actors of your main course.

And these seasoned black beans are the perfect example of a side helping the main dish shine. They’re kind of like a sauce but with substance.

Flavored with cumin, red pepper, jalapenos, and cilantro, they’re packed with complementary flavors to lime.

Get the recipe from The Curious Chickpea. Add extra jalapenos and red pepper flakes if you like your beans fiery hot!

Roasted broccoli

Broccoli. You either love it, or you hate it.

And it’s a classic meal-prep pairing for chicken.

But parmesan roasted broccoli with lime chicken is way better than your average boring meal prep dinner.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice, a generous sprinkle of parmesan, and stir in some garlic, then roast.

This quick and healthy roasted broccoli recipe is tried and tested.

Grilled asparagus

Grilling your lime chicken?

Make some room on the grill for your veggies!

Grilled asparagus is perfect for a spring or summer get-together. It’s crisp and fresh, and the earthy flavors will tone down the sharpness of your lime chicken.

If you’re looking for the perfect grilled asparagus, look no further!

Can’t find any asparagus? Try zucchini, eggplant, or even mushrooms instead.

The best side dishes to serve with lime chicken

Cilantro lime rice
Avocado quinoa salad
Fresh green salad
Creamy mashed cauliflower
Pineapple salsa
Cheesy garlic bread
Sugar snap peas
Sweet potato fries
Seasoned black beans
Roasted broccoli
Grilled asparagus