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What to Serve with Broccoli Cheese Soup: 25 Best Side Dishes

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Wondering what to serve with broccoli cheese soup? This collection of 25 sides has you covered from soup to nuts! From salads to breads to pastas and more, you'll be sure to find the right side dish to pair with your bowl of tasty broccoli cheese soup.

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I'm always looking for the perfect side to serve with soups. Whether its a traditional broccoli cheese soup or a vegan alternative, it's a classic soup that complements many side dishes to round out to make a complete meal that the whole family can enjoy!

In any case, these are easy meals for weeknight dinners or the perfect lunch for a lazy weekend when you're looking for comfort food. It reminds me of the wholesome tomato soup.

Classic soups like these are fantastic when paired with something else, like cheese sandwiches or crusty bread.

Now, mix with a great side dish like soft cornbread or crunchy salad, and you'll take this meal to the next level of soup heaven.

In here you will find recipes that are vegan and vegetarian with some gluten-free options as well! Plus check out some tips on how to enhance your soup with toppings to bring out the best flavor.

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List of 25 Best Sides To Serve with Broccoli Cheese Soup

Cheesy Vegan Almond Flour Biscuits
A few carefully-chosen ingredients make these buttery biscuits both vegan and oil-free! The nutritional yeast ‘cheese’ and chives give it a dangerously delicious flavor. My favorite part of this recipe…’stir to combine’! Yes, that’s all you need to do; no heavy mixer, no kneading and no major cleanup afterwards. 
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close up of biscuits on a white serving tray
Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread by Champagne Tastes
If you’re eager to experiment with a sourdough starter for the first time, here’s a guide to getting superior results. Enjoy the process because there are a lot of steps. You can either slice into that beautiful loaf you made yourself or scoop it out and use it as a bread bowl for your broccoli cheddar soup.
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Bread bowl on the table to serve up with broccoli cheese soup.
Easy Spelt Focaccia by It's Not Complicated
Here’s a bread you can make without kneading. Spelt is an ancient grain that has not been modified over the years - it’s as good as it was in 5000 BC! It’s a very flexible recipe and you can even keep the dough in the fridge for a few days until you’re ready to bake it. 
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Focaccia topped with tomatoes on a piece of parchment.
Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad by Peas and Crayons
Kale is a dream in soups and casseroles but raw in salads? Try this technique to get past the bitter taste: cut the leaves, discard the stems, and gently massage the leaves to break up the fibers. Then, make this enticing kale salad with crushed croutons, Parmesan sprinkles and a fresh lemon dressing.
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Kale salad in a wooden bowl with parmesan.
No-Knead Beer Bread by HappyKitchen.Rocks
Here’s a yummy bread that uses only five ingredients! The key to this recipe is using both home brewing dry malt and a cup of your favorite beer. You can easily find the malt online in a variety of flavors.
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Beer bread on a dark wood cutting board with blue towel in back.
Almond Flour Cornbread by Joy Filled Eats
This low-carb version of a family favorite is both spongy and satisfying. It uses freeze-dried corn powder (instead of cornmeal) and the ever-reliable almond flour for the best cornbread texture.
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Two pieces of cornbread stacked on top of each other on a wooden surface.
Savory Parsnip Scones by Christina's Cucina
These charming scones are a great way to explore a new root vegetable. Add grated parsnip to a rich, buttermilk dough for a dense, tasty scone that goes well with any kind of soup. Bake and freeze batches of this unique recipe to keep on hand the next time you make your hot soup.
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Homemade savory scones in front of a bowl of broccoli cheese soup.
Sourdough Dinner Rolls by Lynn's Way of Life
It’s frustrating to make bread when the yeast doesn’t activate properly. Instead, try using a bubbly, active sourdough starter with your flour mixture. Take your time and follow this lovely guide for baking your own sourdough rolls from scratch.
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Dinner rolls on a baking pan ready to eat.
Cheesy Jalapeno Soda Bread by Fab Food 4 All
Don’t accidentally call this the party bread, although we know you’re thinking it already. It’s not the typical soda bread you’re used to but you’ll love this savory, slightly spicy version.
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Homemade bread with bits of peppers and veggies baked into it on wood with flowers behind.
Baked Sweet Potato Wedges by Braised and Deglazed
Craving French fries? These sweet potatoes are cut into thick wedges for a healthy side dish. They are slightly sweet, a great contrast to the soup. Whether you bake them or put them in the air fryer, leave enough room for the air to circulate. It’s the best way to get crispy fries every time! 
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Bowl of sweet potato wedges with a dip in the front.
Crispy Pan Fried Gnocchi by The Littlest Crumb
If you want to casually drop one or two pieces of potato pasta into your soup when no one’s looking, you go ahead. Who could resist these adorable toasted pillows of savory perfection?! They’re crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, making them one of the best side dishes!
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Three browned gnocchi in a wooden spoon.
Vegan BLT Salad with Avocado Dressing by Melissa Traub
If you’re looking for a vegan bacon with the best flavor, try this tempeh version that’s marinated in teriyaki sauce and Old Bay seasoning. Serve it with this refreshing salad to perfectly complement your broccoli cheddar soup.
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Salad in a bowl with chopped veggies and a dressing.
Tortellini Caprese by Balance With Jess
If you’ve never made a balsamic glaze before, you might want to sprinkle it on everything! A few basic ingredients top a colorful platter of firm, cheesy tortellini, fresh mozzarella balls, and cherry tomatoes. It’s a great recipe to accompany your broccoli soup.
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Tortellini salad in a bowl with tomatoes and balls of mozzarella.
Artichoke and Spinach Ravioli Bake by Belle of the Kitchen
This is a decadent dish for cheese and spinach lovers! It features Tastefully Simple’s artichoke and spinach sauce mix to make things easy, and is super cheesy featuring both mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
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A spoon scooping a serving of ravioli casserole with cheese.
Quinoa Chickpea Salad by Vanilla Bean Cuisine
Here’s a fun way to enjoy three incredibly nutritious ingredients: quinoa, chickpeas and spinach. You can even prep each item ahead of time, storing separately, and then combining when you’re ready to enjoy your cheddar broccoli soup. 
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Grilled Cheese Florentine by Lana's Cooking
This gourmet grilled cheese recipe will change your soup n’ sandwich combo forever! A mouthwatering spinach salad is placed between two slices of whole wheat bread and toasted in the oven until golden brown. As suggested, you will need a knife and fork to eat this amazing sandwich!
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Vegetable sandwich on a plate with a fork and knife next to it.
Vegan Grilled Cheese by Veggie Fun Kitchen
If you’re going to create the ultimate vegan grilled cheese sandwich, you’ll need the essentials: vegan butter, vegan mayo, nutritional yeast (gives a ‘cheesy’ taste), and two flavors of vegan cheese. Herbes de provence is a great choice to add unique flavor, making it one delicious sandwich.
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A grilled cheese sandwich cut in half and stacked on top of each other.
Smoked Tofu Ciabatta Sandwich by Gathering Dreams
This hearty sandwich blends the different flavors of the smoked tofu, peppery arugula, juicy tomatoes and creamy avocado. If you can’t find smoked tofu, you can make it yourself in a smoker or follow the tips in this easy recipe. 
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Two tofu sandwiches on a plate with lettuce leaves in front.
Tofu Chips With Everything Seasoning by FoodnService
It seems you can do everything with tofu, including Everything seasoning! The popular blend for bagels also works wonders for plain tofu, and it couldn’t get any easier than this. All you do is slice the tofu, sprinkle on the seasoning and bake!
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Thinly sliced tofu topped with everything bagel seasoning on a platter.
Easy Garlic Bread by Noshing With the Nolands
What’s better than eating bread with your favorite soup recipe? Eating gaaaaarlic bread. It’s cheesy and full of fresh garlic but doesn’t try to compete with your flavorful soup. This pull-apart garlic bread cooks in your air fryer for only 5 minutes and the results are divine!
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Hand pulling up a bite of cheesy garlic bread.
Balsamic Tomato Basil Salad by The Forked Spoon
The ideal ingredient for this luscious recipe is garden-grown tomatoes but you will find great tips for choosing the next best thing. This simple recipe uses the freshest ingredients and needs a few minutes to marinate before being enjoyed as a light, juicy side dish.  
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Bowl of tomatoes with bits of red onion and small basil leaves served with balsamic vinaigrette.
Kale Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette by Bakerita
Here’s another fabulous reason to massage your kale before eating it. This gorgeous kale salad features crunchy roasted chickpeas and pistachios and creamy avocado slices in a tangy lemon vinaigrette dressing.
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Kale and chickpea salad in a white bowl with a fork and sliced avocado.
Toast Points with Toppings by In the Kitch
These elegant wedges of perfectly toasted bread don’t need fancy ingredients to shine - anything goes! You’ll find tons of scrumptious ideas for toast toppings to go with a warm bowl of broccoli cheddar soup.
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Toast points on a platter with one in front topped with cheese, nut and herbs.
Toasted Ravioli by Profusion Curry
Store-bought ravioli pieces are dipped in an egg wash, dredged in a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning, and cooked in the air fryer to spectacular golden brown squares. Gone are your cravings for deep-fried ravioli because these are so much better!
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A platter of crispy air fryer raviolis.
Really Good Freekeh Salad by Homemade in the Kitchen
Enjoy chewy freekeh grains, arugula, pickled red onions and other tasty ingredients in this satisfying and healthy dish. Feel free to substitute another similar grain if you can’t find freekeh in your supermarket. 
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An oval platter on the table with grains, vegetables and lemon wedges.

Check Out These Other Comforting Soups

Don't have the ingredients to make Broccoli Cheddar Soup? Check out these other hearty comforting soups that pair well with these sides as well.

Tips To Serve Sides:

Serving Breads

Consider serving with warm bread than with a cold baguette. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic or herbs before serving to add extra flavor.

Serving the soup in a bread bowl can be both fun and delicious. The bread soaks up the soup, providing a hearty and satisfying experience

Serving Salads

A crunchy or crispy, fresh salad can balance the richness of broccoli cheddar soup. Check out our Copycat Chick Fil A Superfood Salad that has the perfect crunch if you are looking for kale choices.

Add crunchy elements like croutons, or pumpkin seeds for added texture.

Choosing Unique Toppings For your Soup

When it comes to toppings, there is a world outside of just croutons! Here are some unique suggestions that pair well with soup.

  • Nuts and Seeds: For an extra burst of protein, choose pumpkin seeds; it's perfect for a seasonal fall twist to this classic soup. You can also never go wrong with sunflower seeds - they add the perfect crunch to any soup. Check out our easy roasted sunflower seed recipe here.
  • Chili Flakes or Sriracha Sauce: For a spicy kick, add in some chili flakes or hot sauce to turnaround this mild version of soup.
  • Cheese: You can never go wrong with more cheese. Add in cheddar or asiago (shredded) to bring out a sharp flavor to your bowl of soup.
  • Oils: Drizzle Truffle oil or herb infused olive oil for a luxurious touch on the soup. Infused herbs such as thyme or rosemary bring out an herb infused flavor to this soup!

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Conclusion

We hope you found a side of your liking in this list! You can never go wrong with trying more than one side.

What is your favorite side to pair with soup? Let us know in the comments below!

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  1. CAMILLA HAWKINS

    Loving all these recipe ideas! Thank you for sharing my soda bread?

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