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Top 16 pork belly side dishes

From apple crunch to watermelon salsa - by Lottie Dalziel
  • 28 Oct 2019
Top 16 pork belly side dishes

Ready to start prepping for your next dinner party but not sure what to serve with pork belly? Look no further, here are 16 of our favourite side dishes that will make your pork belly sing. 

A succulent pork belly with crispy crackling will satisfy your hungry guests but what you serve your pork with is just as important. As pork belly is rich in flavour it is important to pair it with something light and refreshing which is why crunchy apple and pear salads and Vietnamese salads are the traditional pairings. 

1. Walnut, Celery, Chicory & Apple Salad

apple salad

Try this new-style classic salad. Get the full recipe. 

2. Simple red apple, roasted pumpkin & cabbage salad

pork belly

This simple salad is the perfect accompaniment to crispy pork belly. Get the full recipe.

3. Vietnamese-style salad & smashed peanuts

smashed peanuts

There is nothing better than succulent pork belly with sweet and salty Asian flavours. Add a fresh salad and crunchy peanuts to top it off. Delicious! Get the full recipe.

4. Crispy Noodle Salad

crispy pork

We've taken all the hard work out of this Vietnamese classic - it's SO quick and easy!

Get the full recipe.

5.  Refreshing Watermelon Salsa

watermelon salsa

Why not have a go at this street-inspired recipe, you won't be disappointed! 

Get the full recipe.

6. Chinese broccoli in garlic sauce

chinese broccoli

Give your menu a makeover with this amazing side salad. Get the full recipe.

7. Mustard mash

mustard mash

Side dishes don't get much better than this - creamy, classic mashed potatoes with a hot mustard kick. Get the full recipe.

8. Avocado & Orange Salad With Black Olive Dressing

avocado

This vibrant side dish packs a punch. Get the full recipe.

9. Steamed leeks & peas with herby vinaigrette

steamed leeks

Honey, mustard and herbs add flavour to simple steamed vegetables - a healthy side dish that's low fat and easy to make in just 15 minutes.

Get the full recipe.

10. Cabbage koshimbir

cabbage

This tastes even better than it looks, trust us! Get the full recipe.

11. Charred onion & tomato salad

charred onion

This clever recipe has all the taste but none of the waste! Get the full recipe.

12. Watercress, spinach and green apple salad with buttermilk dressing

watercress

This salad can be put together in less than 10 minutes and makes for a crispy side salad (that no one else would have thought to make!) Get the full recipe.

13. Pear, pecan and dolcelatte salad

salad

Seasonal pears work brilliantly with pecan nuts and creamy dolcelatte blue cheese for this no-cook dish. 

Get the full recipe.

14. Goat’s cheese, pear & candied pecan salad

goats cheese

A colourful dish bursting with contrasting flavours and textures goes perfectly with succulent pork belly. Get the full recipe.

https://www.newideafood.com.au/goat-s-cheese-pear-candied-pecan-salad

15. Cabbage, kale, zucchini & apple salad with smoked almonds

cabbage

Need to bring a salad plate to a family or friend's barbecue? This one is a sure-winner, and you can almost guarantee no one else will have brought it!

Get the full recipe.

16. Pear and radicchio salad with candied chilli walnuts

pear

This pear & radicchio salad is topped with candied chilli walnuts, that taste so good, they can be made and enjoyed on their own, and even make great gifts! Get the full recipe.

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Lottie Dalziel
Lottie Dalziel
Lottie Dalziel, is a 4AM riser and coffee-addict who lives and breathes all things food. When she isn't reading up on the latest trends in sustainability or discovering ways to upcycle almost anything, you can find her by the beach, cooking up a storm or adding to her abundant (some would say out of control) plant collection.

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