Thereâs nothing more classic than a big, juicy burger with a side of fries. But letâs shake things up a little, shall we? Presenting 15 unexpected sides that pair perfectly with that burger youâre craving.
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GRILLED CORN WITH SPICY AIOLI
Forget butter. Youâll be sold on corn with spicy mayo for life. It’s an easyâand absolutely deliciousâupgrade.
![what to eat with burgers chilled cucumber salad recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_chilled_cucumber_salad_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
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CHILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
Add something light and fresh to your plate (you know, to balance out that double cheeseburger with fries).
![what to eat with burgers light and tangy coleslaw recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_light_and_tangy_coleslaw_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
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LIGHT AND TANGY COLESLAW
Never fear: This isnât the gloppy, flavorless mush you grew up with. Crunchy with a vinegary kick, itâs the perfect summer side.
![What to eat with burgers cauliflower tater tots recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/What_to_eat_with_burgers_cauliflower_tater_tots_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
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CAULIFLOWER âTATERâ TOTS
Say goodbye to regular (ahem, boring) tater tots. These guys are made with our favorite vegetable and ideal for dipping. What more could you ask for?
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MEXICAN CORN AND QUINOA SALAD
If youâre lighting the grill for your burgers, throw some corn on the fire, too. (Thanks for the inspo, Coterie member Gaby Dalkin.)
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BLT PASTA SALAD
It combines all the crunchy, savory, creamy ingredients of the classic sandwichâminus, well, the bread.
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BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES
Because sometimes you do need a side of fries (without the guilt). And did we mention thereâs actually no frying involved?
![what to eat with burgers avocado potato salad recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_avocado_potato_salad_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
AVOCADO POTATO SALAD
Everything we love about traditional potato salad but without the greasy mayo. Instead, this flavorful side uses Greek yogurt to lighten things up.
![what to eat with burgers jalapeno avocado macaroni and cheese recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_jalapeno_avocado_macaroni_and_cheese_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
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JALAPEĂO AVOCADO MAC AND CHEESE
Having mac and cheese and a burger may be an aggressive move but we love it. This is next-level comfort food.
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HOMEMADE POTATO CHIPS
Fun fact: You can make chips at home without a deep fryer (or a culinary degree). Just cook them in the broiler until theyâre crispy and golden.
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CREAMY BROCCOLI SALAD
With hunks of cheese, cashews, onion, dried cranberries and the most addictive creamy dressing.
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WATERMELON FETA SKEWERS
Sweet watermelon and tangy feta cheese is the new tomato and mozzarella. Just think of it as a deconstructed salad.
![what to eat with burgers black bean salad recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_black_bean_salad_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
BLACK BEAN SALAD
This dreamy salad by Coterie member Maria Lichty works great as a dip, so feel free to break out a bag of tortilla chips on the side.
![what to eat with burgers corn tomato and zucchini salad](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what-to-eat-with-burgers-corn-tomato-and-zucchini-salad.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
SWEET CORN, TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI GRAIN SALAD WITH PEACH-DIJON VINAIGRETTE
Coterie member Carlene Thomas made sure it takes only a few minutes to whip this beauty up and uses plenty of fresh, ripe produce.Â
![what to eat with burgers slow cooker baked beans recipe](https://purewows3.imgix.net/images/articles/2019_04/what_to_eat_with_burgers_slow_cooker_baked_beans_recipe.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=strip)
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SLOW-COOKER BAKED BEANS
A classic cookout side, without any of the fuss. Throw it in the Crock-Pot, then get back to the pool.
All credit for this delicious list goes to Pure Wow. https://www.purewow.com/food/what-to-eat-with-burgers