Ham sandwiches are a classic delight. If you are looking to serve this American favorite, you might be wondering what to serve as a side dish.

Ham sandwiches are great for when you are craving ham or just want a quick bite to eat. There are many ways to prepare your sandwiches and how you want them depends on you.

No matter how you like your ham sandwiches, hot, cold, plain, or zesty, the right side will turn your ordinary ham sandwiches into a meal that will wow your taste buds.

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17 Side Dishes to Serve With Ham Sandwiches

1. Potato Chips

For a quick bite to eat serve up some potato chips with your ham sandwiches. You don’t need a fork and you can eat this meal on the go.

Potato chips can be fattening so I like to go with baked potato chips instead of fried. To spice it up, I like to eat my chips with a low-fat dip.

2. Coleslaw

Coleslaw and ham sandwiches are a home-run combination. The crunchiness of the raw cabbage pairs well with the soft bread of the sandwich.

There is nothing tastier than my homemade coleslaw. Although store-bought slaw works well, homemade slaw has a special touch.

3. French fries

French fries and ham sandwiches are the ultimate finger food duo. The hot, crispy, fries warm up the cold sandwich.

There are many ways to eat your French fries. When I’m not counting calories, I like to load them up with cheese, bacon, and sour cream.

4. Tomato Soup

Tomato soup and ham sandwiches are a great combination if you are looking to contrast flavors. The tangy taste of the tomato soup offsets the sweet ham.

The best thing about tomato soup is that it can be bought in a can. If you prefer to make it yourself all you need are some tomatoes, onions, and butter.

5. Fruit salad

Fruit salad is light and refreshing and good for you as well. Combined with ham sandwiches and you have a healthy meal with little effort in the kitchen.

Any type of fruit can be used for your fruit salad. If you are serving apples, baste them in a little lemon juice to stop them from browning quickly.

6. Pasta Salad

Want a tangy treat to go with your sweetmeat, then serve up a helping of pasta salad with your ham sandwiches.

Pasta salad can be a little on the fattening side. To make this food more health-conscious, I like to use whole grain pasta.

7. Carrots

Rather you eat your carrots raw or cooked to perfection, the semi-sweet carrots make a delicious addition to your ham sandwiches.

I like to cook my carrots in butter and a little water. For extra color and flavor add a half cup of peas to your pot of carrots.

8. Clam Chowder

There’s nothing that says down-home than a hot bowl of clam chowder. The rich flavors of the chowder compliment the sweetness of the ham.

Clam chowder makes a great comfort food. Alongside your ham sandwiches, this is a hearty way to serve something hot with your cold sandwiches.

9. Macaroni Salad

Macaroni salad is a hearty way to add some carbs to your meal. The rich and creamy salad compliments the dry bread and adds moisture to your meal.

If you are looking for a tasty way to bulk up your macaroni salad, add in some chunks of tuna or chicken to your salad.

10. Macaroni and cheese

Thick and rich in flavor, macaroni and cheese will turn your ham sandwiches into a creamy delight. The melted cheese meshes well with the dryness of the sandwich.

I like to use a lot of cheese when I make my mac and cheese. Fetta and smoked cheddar are the best cheeses because they add a lot of flavors.

11. Baked Potatoes

A great source of vitamins and a practical way to fill up; baked potatoes are a ham sandwich’s best friend.

To me bakes potatoes can handle a lot of flavors without being overpowered, so I like to add a lot of butter and sour cream to my taters.

12. Baked Beans

Baked beans are not just for summertime barbeques. They make a hearty addition to dinner time any night of the week.

I like to add ground beef to my baked beans for a filling dish that is packed with meat and flavors. Ground turkey can be used instead of ground beef if you are calorie-watching.

13. Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham sandwiches are a mealtime match because the rich creamy cheese sauce balances out the plain sandwiches.

If you just can’t get enough of ham, add in some chunks of the sweetmeat to your scalloped potatoes. Turkey ham can be used in place of pork as a low-calorie substitute.

14. Collard Greens

Ham sandwiches are leveled up when joined with collard greens. A southern classic, collard greens adds a rich flavoring to the savory meat.

To cut back on the bitter taste of the collard greens, I like to cook my greens in a little white vinegar. This also softens the greens and makes them less chewy.

15. Oven Roasted Corn

Its robust flavor and semi-sweet taste make oven-roasted corn a delightful match to team up with your ham sandwiches.

Add in some green and red bell peppers, along with a little onion, for an appetizing way to spice up your roasted corn.

16. Rice Pudding

There’s no other comfort food quite like rice pudding. Sweet and rich it makes a mouth-watering pairing with the succulent ham.

For a healthier way to make rice pudding, use brown rice instead of white rice. Also, skim milk can be used in place of half and half to cut down on fat.

17. Ambrosia Salad

A food fit for the Gods, Ambrosia salad is the right blend of sweet and tropical flavors that bring out the smoky taste of the ham.

This delicious salad can be made with sour cream, cream cheese, or cool whip. I like my Ambrosia salad made with cool whip topped with cherries.

Wrap Up

So there you have it, 17 Mmmm-Mmmm good side dishes that will add some excitement to your ham sandwiches.

If you enjoy ham sandwiches and would like to share some tips or advice about this savory sensation, leave a comment below.