Side for sandwiches and burgers
This is a broad category of dishes served alongside sandwiches and burgers, most commonly including French fries, coleslaw, onion rings, or potato salad. These sides are designed to complement the main dish with contrasting textures and flavors, such as the crispiness of fries or the creamy tang of coleslaw. They are staples in American diner and fast-food culture, with origins tracing back to European culinary traditions adapted for casual dining.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These sides are typically high in carbohydrates and fats, especially when fried or mayonnaise-based, and provide moderate protein. They offer key nutrients like potassium from potatoes and vitamin C from cabbage in coleslaw, with a calorie range of 200–400 kcal per standard serving depending on preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 365 kcal |
| Protein | 3.4 g |
| Carbs | 48.1 g |
| Fat | 17.5 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 246 mg |
| Potassium | 610 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 1.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 121 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.2 mg |
| Folate | 11 µg |
Per 1 medium order (117 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, these sides reflect the global influence of American fast food, where fries have become a universal symbol of casual eating. Nutritionally, they often serve as a vehicle for dietary fats and sodium, but can also provide fiber and antioxidants when made with whole ingredients like sweet potatoes or vinegar-based dressings.
