Salmon is mild in flavor, lending itself well to savory, sweet, smoky, and spicy preparations for all types of worldly cuisines. It’s a fatty fish, but goes well with lean accoutrements, like greens and fresh produce, as well as heartier, heavier sides, such as pastas and risottos. Being stumped by salmon is only a good thing, though, because the side dish choices are (nearly) endless with a nice cut of fish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Here are a few of our favorite side dishes to eat with salmon.

The Best Salmon Side Dishes

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