20 Best Side Dishes for Grilled Shrimp

Fresh and sweet grilled shrimp is the best topper for a Creamy Parmesan Rice. It's like a fancy risotto without all the fuss and stirring! Garnished with lemon zest and fresh herbs, this rice side dish will take your shrimp dinner right over the top.

Nutty, sautéed orzo chock full of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil and goat cheese. This amazing side dish brings all the best flavors of your favorite Italian trattoria to your own kitchen as a pairing for your favorite shellfish dinner.

Fresh asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables and this recipe does this perfect veggie justice. Fire up the outdoor grill (or indoor grill pan), char your marinated asparagus, top with a delicious creamy dressing and diced hard-boiled eggs. It's a simple and sophisticated side for a quick shrimp dinner on Tuesday or a fancy weekend dinner party.

Roasting these tiny potatoes and making whipped feta cheese magic is one of my favorite sides for shrimp skewers. The roasted garlic and fresh rosemary pair beautifully with the crispy potatoes and briny, bright feta. Pin this one ASAP!

Cucumber gazpacho salad is the best way to bring the cool, refreshing flavors of the famous Spanish chilled soup, but in a fresh, crunchy salad! The fresh basil leaves, sweet bell peppers and pumpkin seeds all add the perfecting balancing flavors and crunch, making it a tasty, light side dish for a healthy grilled shrimp dinner.

These classic southern hush puppies are made with slightly sweetened cornmeal batter, diced sweet onions, and the perfect amount of seasoning and spices. Crispy and golden brown on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, these hush puppies will become a new family favorite for every shrimp dinner!

If you're looking for a coleslaw side for your grilled shrimp main dish, this savory napa slaw is a perfect way to add crunchy cabbage, tomatoes, radish and peppers to your menu. The lemon juice adds a beautiful balance to heavy dishes like fried shrimp, and even upscale dishes like crab cakes. This savory slaw is a pretty healthy option and it's especially complimentary to the yellow rice recipe, if that's on the menu!

A gorgeous mashed potato casserole with golden brown and crispy swirls covering the top. It's the potato side dish of our dreams! Serve it with Grilled Asparagus or Jerusalem Salad for the perfect shrimp dinner!

If your grilled shrimp recipe is teriyaki or hibachi-flavored, you really have to add these perfect Grilled Hibachi Vegetables to the menu. They're sweet and savory and done in about 30 minutes.

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with crunchy veggies, this classic macaroni salad is sure to be a favorite around your table! Whether you’re a fan of traditional macaroni salad or looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-try. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a perfect addition to any potluck or party.

This Mediterranean basmati rice is fragrant with dill and light and bright with lemon zest and juice. It's lovely with any seafood dinner and perfect for your meal prep Sunday.

This gorgeous green cauliflower recipe is roasted and topped with olive oil, anchovies, pine nuts and a squeeze of lemon. It brings memorable flavor and texture for almost any grilled shrimp recipe. Sophisticated enough to sit next to your special occasion main dishes like colossal shrimp, but quick enough to dress up a simple garlic shrimp dish on a weeknight.

Delicious Baked Balsamic Asparagus is an easy side dish made with tender stalks of asparagus roasted with cherry tomatoes in olive oil and seasonings and then finished with freshly shaved parmesan cheese, balsamic glaze, and fresh herbs. Ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes and the perfect pairing to your shrimp dinner.

This simple recipe is full of tips and tricks to create a really delicious pan of fried rice. So whether you have a flat top grill or just good skillet, you're just a few minutes away from a fabulous hibachi experience at your own kitchen table. Serve it with Hibachi Shrimp or Salmon and Grilled Veggies.

This crunchy Asian cucumber salad is the restaurant copycat side dish you need on your table. The balanced flavors of sesame oil, chili paste and vinegar come together with a little sweetener to make this chilled cucumber salad simply divine.

If Sweet and Spicy Mexican Shrimp is on the menu, this Mexican Red Rice should be a supporting side. Ultra-flavorful, fluffy and so satisfying, this is the restaurant-quality rice dish you'll make again and again.

Grilled shrimp is one of my favorite proteins for a sizzling pan of fajitas. Grab this easy recipe for grilled fajita peppers and onions and you'll be set for a full Mexican-style party!

This fresh and tasty salsa is one of the best sides or condiments to serve with savory grilled shrimp! Mango habanero salsa brings a delightful sweet heat to shrimp tacos, blackened shrimp or just a bag of tortilla chips. Habaneros sound like a super spicy pepper, but they also add a lot of flavor. You can substitute a milder jalapeno or even poblano pepper, if that is a better fit for your palate.

One of my all time favorite dipping sauce options for shrimp is this spicy aioli sauce. It is customizable to your family's spice preference, but brings delicious flavor and a creamy heat to any shrimp dinner. Make a double batch so you have leftovers all week!

This spicy, savory, creamy dipping sauce is the perfect pairing for grilled shrimp. Based on the popular Tex-Mex restaurant's famous dipping sauce, Chuy's Jalapeño Ranch Dip will have everyone coming back for seconds!