8 Creative Side Item Ideas For Your Food Truck

8 Creative Side Item Ideas For Your Food Truck

Every food truck has its signature style that makes them stand out against the competition. Each unique menu draws in customers to order those delicious items that they cannot get anywhere else. A common goal of any food service business is to create opportunities to upsell additional tempting items to their guests. Side items are the perfect addition to any food truck meals and with creative options, customers will be more likely to place a larger order.

Loaded Mediterranean Street Cart Fries– It would be hard not to add this to an order. It starts with sweet potato fries and then topped with a bit of Greek salad then finished with pita strips for crunch.

Curried Beef Dumplings– These dumplings are the perfect addition to a meal because of their small size and bold flavors. Just the right amount of spice will entice customers without verging on too hot.

Scallop-Bacon Kebabs– Foods on a stick are fun to eat and come in countless varieties that people enjoy. This version uses smoky paprika and lemon to accent the surf n’ turf vibe.

Bean and Cheese Pupusas– Many people haven’t heard of this delicious but simple side. A dough is filled then cooked on a griddle or flat-top grill. When the pupusa is bitten into the filling is a delightful surprise.

Aloo Tikki– Indian spiced potato snacks are a much more flavorful alternative to traditional American French fries. The patties are fried until crispy and served with a chutney or other regional sauce.

Asian Chicken Noodle Soup– Soups are a classic side. A twist on the original chicken noodle soup, this version is an appealing option with plenty of vegetables and textures.

Butternut Squash Chips– Something crunchy is the perfect pairing for almost any meal. An alternative to potato chips, butternut squash chips offer a subtle flavor that is brought out by grated parmesan cheese.

Buffalo Macaroni and Cheese Bites– Mac n’ cheese is universally beloved. Coated in breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection, these bites are poppable perfection.

Increasing customer orders at food trucks can lead to increased revenue. Main dishes are the best sellers but having a good selection of appealing sides is how to upsell the customer from that single item order. Creative dishes are tantalizing to consumers who are often looking to try something new. Increase food truck sales with a broadened menu complete with unique side dishes.