Many of us grew up drinking soups during the cold months. If you did, then you surely know how tasty and filling a good potato soup is. Either way, it is something that everyone should try!
Stay tuned to find out what to eat with potato soup! All these recipes are delicious and complement your meal well.
What Is Potato Soup?
A potato soup is usually a soup that contains one or more varieties of potatoes. Usually, it has other ingredients, including onions, leeks, celery, or carrots. The soup is very creamy and dense as well.
The density of the potato soup comes from using butter, flour, milk, or sour cream. In most cases, a potato soup comes with bacon bits and cheddar cheese on top. Many refer to this potato soup as “loaded potato soup.”
Adding celery, carrots, and other vegetables to your soup will add flavor to the initial stock. Many prefer using sour cream instead of milk to make the soup healthier. Although it can be a heavy soup, you can make it lighter by using oil instead of butter.
While potato soup is usually a winter dish, you can find it available in various places year-round. It is also a recipe that you can find pre-cooked, whether frozen, in powder form, or a can. Some varieties of potatoes that you can use include russet, fingerling, and Yukon gold.
Nutrition Facts
One cup of potato soup made with milk (248 g) has the following nutritional content (*):
154 calories
212 g water
6 g protein
4.81 g fat
21.9 g carbohydrate
1.49 g fiber
7.86 g sugar
176 mg calcium
0.422 mg iron
32.2 mg magnesium
179 mg phosphorus
399 mg potassium
796 mg sodium
96.7 µg vitamin A
12.4 mg cholesterol
Although it does not contain too much protein, a potato soup can be low in fat, depending on what ingredients you use. Choosing a low-fat dairy or non-dairy alternative will also save calories. A potato soup is nutritious and can be made using more ingredients to make it even healthier.
What Goes Well With Potato Soup
Below are some potato soup sides that you can serve at any time!
#1. Chicken Salad Sandwich
If you’re wondering what sandwich goes with potato soup, this is it. A good chicken salad sandwich can bring anyone back to life. This dish is perfect for a weekday lunch or a lazy Sunday.
Ingredients:
2 cutlets of chicken without the bone
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons dill, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and diced
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ red onion, diced
¼ cup celery, diced
½ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
A bunch of butter lettuce
Baguette bread (or your favorite one) for serving
Follow these steps to prepare your chicken salad sandwich:
Wash, clean, and chop your vegetables and apples. Set them aside.
Add the chicken to a large pot, along with the lemon, dill, and garlic. Pour water until it covers the chicken. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook your chicken for 8 and 10 minutes.
Drain the chicken and then chop it into squares or thin slices.
Place your chicken pieces in a large bowl.
Stir in the apple, onion, and celery to the bowl. Toss well.
Mix the mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add the mayonnaise mixture to the chicken bowl. Mix well.
Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least one hour.
In the meantime, slice your baguette into slices for sandwiches.
Once cold, place a scoop of the chicken salad onto the bread along with a bunch of the lettuce.
Serve your chicken salad sandwich fresh next to your potato soup.
#2. Baked Chicken Wings
If you love chicken wings, pairing them with a soup might sound weird. However, the pairing works because the chicken adds density and flavor to your potato soup.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
8 and 10 chicken wings
½ teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your baked chicken wings:
Preheat the oven to 375 °F.
Add the olive oil, paprika, chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a big bag or bowl.
Place the chicken wings inside the bag and seal it. Toss well. If using a bowl, toss the wings using your hands.
Line a baking sheet and then place the marinated chicken wings on it.
Bake your wings in the oven for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
Remove the baked chicken wings from the oven and allow them to sit for a few minutes before serving them.
#3. Chopped Salad
A chopped salad is one of those things that you think will be too healthy. While it is nutritious, it is also very filling and satisfying.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 can of chickpeas, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, diced
½ red onion, diced
⅓ cup black olives, pitted and chopped
3 tablespoons feta or soft cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your chopped salad:
Wash, clean, and chop your vegetables. Set them aside.
Mix the olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Drain your chickpeas and add them to the bowl. Toss well.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives. Toss some more.
Add the feta cheese and toss again.
Serve your chopped salad fresh on the side of your potato soup.
#4. Cauliflower and Broccoli Bake
A cheesy cauliflower and broccoli bake is just what your meal was missing. You can make this lighter by switching the type of cheese and avoiding dairy.
Ingredients:
1 ½ tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 yellow onion, diced
1 ½ tablespoon flour
⅓ cup milk
⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 eggs
1 cauliflower head, chopped into pieces
1 broccoli head, chopped into pieces
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your cauliflower and broccoli bake:
Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
Wash, clean, and chop your vegetables. Set them aside.
Add the butter, garlic, and onion to a skillet. Cook the onion until it softens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Slowly stir in the flour and milk, whisking as you do it.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for a couple of minutes.
Add the cheddar cheese. Mix well until the cheese melts.
Season with red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Whisk in the eggs and mix again.
Add your cauliflower and broccoli. Continue mixing for 2 more minutes.
Transfer your cauliflower and broccoli mixture onto a baking dish.
Bake for one hour or until the vegetables are soft and the cheese turns golden.
Serve your cauliflower and broccoli warm on the side of your potato soup.
#5. Cannellini Bean salad
Although it might not be something you make all the time, this cannellini bean salad is a great choice. You can enjoy it any time of the year and add some chicken for more density.
Ingredients:
2 cans of cannellini beans, drained
1 red onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your cannellini bean salad:
Wash and clean your vegetables. Chop them and set them aside.
Add the olive oil, beans, onion, bell pepper, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Toss well.
Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge. Cool your salad for about one hour.
Serve your cannellini bean salad cold on the side of the potato soup.
Tip: you can store this salad in the fridge for two days and enjoy it later.
#6. Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A grilled cheese sandwich is always a good idea. If you want some comfort food or love cheese, this is the perfect side dish for you.
Ingredients:
2 slices white bread or sourdough
3 tablespoons butter
1 slice cheddar cheese
1 slice Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
⅓ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your grilled cheese sandwich:
Add the butter to a skillet and allow it to melt.
In the meantime, spread the mayonnaise on the outer part of each bread slice.
Place each slide with the mayonnaise side down on the skillet.
Place one slice of each cheese on the bread.
Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook until the cheese melts, then switch sides. Cook for a couple of seconds.
Serve your grilled cheese sandwich warm with potato soup on the side.
#7. Spinach and Strawberry Salad
This spinach and strawberry salad is both fresh and sweet. You can prepare it right before serving it for ultimate freshness.
Ingredients:
3 cups baby spinach
1 cup strawberries, chopped
¼ red onion, sliced
⅓ cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons feta cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Follow these steps to prepare your spinach and strawberry salad:
Wash and clean your vegetables and strawberries. Drain the spinach and set it aside.
Slice your red onion and set it aside.
Chop your strawberries and set them aside.
Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
Add the spinach, strawberries, and red onion to a large bowl.
Stir in the vinaigrette and toss well.
Add the feta cheese and toss again.
Serve your spinach strawberry salad fresh on the side of your potato soup.
How Can I Pick The Perfect Side Dishes for Potato Soup?
Potato soup is something that most of us enjoy during a cold and rainy day. If you love your soup, why not choose something equally tasty to go with it? These recipes are all easy to make and affordable too.
For those that want to add more protein to their meal, choosing a dish with some meat is a good choice. You can go with the chicken salad sandwich, which is always a fan favorite. The baked chicken wings are also easy to make and go well with various other recipes.
If you want to keep things a bit more simple, you could go with a fresh salad. The cannellini bean salad is simple but also packs some fiber and protein. Otherwise, you could go with the spinach and strawberry salad, a great combination of fresh and sweet flavors.
For all other purposes, go with something classic that never disappoints. Try the chopped salad, which you can alter to match your taste. The cauliflower and broccoli bake is also a decadent and filling meal.
When in doubt, though, you can always choose a simple yet delicious grilled cheese sandwich. Pair it with potato soup and a salad for a wholesome meal.
Conclusion
As you can see, potato soup does not have to be boring. You can prepare one, two, three, or more of these recipes to go with your favorite potato soup dish. Remember that you are in charge and can make your meal that much better.
Juliana has a BA in Journalism and Creative Writing as well as a M.S. in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Sensory Sciences. She loves traveling, trying new foods, and cooking. When she isn’t busy working, you can find her running with her dog Milo or reading a book in the sun.
