What To Eat With Arepas Con Queso

Find the ideal Colombian and Venezuelan side dishes to eat with Arepas Con Queso in our 20 sides recipe collection includes simple and flavorful options like Shredded Beef, Pickled Red Onions, and Venezuelan Tequeños. Each side dish is designed to pair perfectly with Arepas, enhancing your meal with every bite.

Explore 20 delicious sides to eat with Arepas Con Queso, from Colombian to Venezuelan favorites:

1. Venezuelan Guasacaca

This side pairs incredibly with Arepas Con Queso, offering a creamy, tangy kick that complements the cheesiness of the arepas. For this Venezuelan Guasacaca side dish, all you need are avocados, onions, and a few more ingredients.

This green sauce takes about 15 minutes to blend and it’s super easy. At around $12 for all the ingredients, it’s pretty budget-friendly. This Guasacaca yields about 3 cups, perfect for a small gathering.

2. Black Beans

Here’s a Black Beans side recipe you’ll love with your Arepas Con Queso. It’s spiced up with cumin and smoked paprika. Starting from heating the oil to the final simmer, you’ll need around 20 minutes.

The cost for all the ingredients is about $10, making it ideal for a budget meal. These Black Beans will yield around 4 servings. The cumin and smoked paprika add a rich layer of flavor that goes great with the cheese-stuffed arepas.

3. Fried Sweet Plantains

These Fried Sweet Plantains make a delicious side for your Arepas Con Queso meal. With a cooking time of just 10 minutes and a cost of about $5 for all the ingredients, this is a quick and affordable choice.

These plantains offer a different texture that complements the softness of Arepas Con Queso. This recipe yields enough for 4 servings. If you’re watching your fat intake, opt for frying them in a healthier oil.

4. Spinach Queso Dip

What about a cheesy Spinach Queso Dip as a side for your Arepas Con Queso? With cream cheese, white American cheese, and pepper-jack, it’s gooey and packed with flavor. The whole prep and cooking process takes about 30 minutes.

For about $12, you get a dish that serves 8. The spinach adds a touch of green, making it a bit healthier. Dip your Arepas Con Queso in it for a double cheesy delight!

5. Venezuelan Scrambled Eggs

Arepas Con Queso and Venezuelan Scrambled Eggs make an unbeatable breakfast combo. The recipe involves cooking peppers, tomatoes, and scallions before adding eggs.

The total time is just 15 minutes, costing around $5 for all ingredients. These scrambled eggs will give you about 2 servings. The soft eggs make a cozy contrast with the crispy shells of the arepas.

6. Fresh Mango Salsa

Fresh Mango Salsa as a side offers a fruity twist to your Arepas Con Queso. It takes 10 minutes to chop and mix everything. Total cost? Just about $8 for a yield of 4 servings.

This side is also a healthier choice, as mangos are rich in vitamins. The sweet and tangy flavors of the salsa balance the savory and cheesy arepas perfectly.

7. Yuca Fries

Consider Yuca Fries as a crispy side for your Arepas Con Queso, with only a 40-minute task from peeling to air frying and costing roughly $6 for all ingredients it’s one of my best sides to serve.

The mix of paprika and garlic powder adds a hint of spice that complements the cheesy goodness of arepas. If you’re craving something crispy, this side is for you with 4 generous servings!

8. Avocado Corn Salad

For this Avocado Corn Salad, your grocery list will be pretty budget-friendly at around $12. In just 20 minutes, you get a vibrant side that offers 6 servings. Perfectly shucked corn, chunky avocados, and juicy cherry tomatoes mix together with a hint of lime juice and olive oil.

It’s rich in healthy fats from avocado and fiber from corn. Serve it alongside Arepas Con Queso and you have a match made in heaven. Toss gently and you’re set for a mouthwatering meal.

9. Slow-roasted crispy Pork Belly

With around $20, you can serve an amazing side of Slow-Roasted Crispy Pork Belly with your Arepas Con Queso. This recipe requires a bit more time, clocking in at 3 hours and 10 minutes, but it yields about 6 servings. The pork belly turns out incredibly tender from the inside while the outside skin becomes a crispy delight.

If you’re after something rich and meaty next to your Arepas Con Queso, this is it. It’s also a high-protein, low-carb choice, and for an elevated experience, serve it with Cauliflower Puree and Vermouth Jus.

10. Pernil (Roast Pork)

Pernil offers flavors that make you forget time—seriously, it takes about 7 hours. This pork is marinated in garlic, oregano, and Adobo, making it a juicy treat to eat with Arepas Con Queso.

You’ll get about 8 servings, perfect for family gatherings. Make sure to let it sit after cooking; the meat becomes even more tender. Budget-friendly, this side dish will cost you roughly $25 in total.

11. Shredded Chicken and Cheese

Say hello to creamy goodness with this Shredded Chicken and Cheese recipe. It takes only 4 to 8 hours in a crockpot and it’s incredibly easy to make. The chicken gets a flavor boost from ranch seasoning, and the cream cheese makes it ultra-rich.

This is an amazing Shredded Chicken and Cheese side to eat with Arepas Con Queso, and it yields about 6 servings. If you’re watching your budget, this dish will set you back around $15, making it an affordable choice for any gathering.

12. Refried Beans

For this Refried Beans side dish, you’ll enjoy the rich flavor of pinto beans with a kick of garlic and onion. It takes around 2 hours on the stove or 6-8 hours in a slow cooker to make this dish. This side dish is perfect to eat with Arepas Con Queso as it gives a balance of creaminess and texture.

Not only is it delicious, but it’s also budget-friendly, costing around $10 for the whole recipe which yields about 3 cups. A topping of queso fresco and cilantro makes the beans irresistible.

13. Potato Salad

With a budget of around $15, this Potato Salad recipe brings together creamy mayo, tangy mustard, and fresh dill. It takes about 15 minutes to boil the potatoes and another 30 minutes to let the flavors blend in the fridge. The recipe yields 8 servings, making it ideal for a weekend gathering.

The freshness of the dill complements the cheesy goodness of Arepas Con Queso, and you’ll find yourself wanting to eat with the Arepas over and over.

14. La Scala Chopped Salad

This La Scala Chopped Salad recipe combines the crunchiness of lettuce with the saltiness of Italian salami. At a budget-friendly $12, it takes about 10 minutes to put everything together, and the recipe yields 5 servings.

Drizzle the special dressing, which includes red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard, for an extra burst of flavor. This salad is especially nice to serve with Arepas Con Queso because it provides a light, fresh contrast.

15. Cucumber Salad

For just $8, this Cucumber Salad recipe brings together the crunch of English cucumbers and the zest of champagne vinegar. The salad takes just about 30 minutes to make and yields 4 servings. The touch of honey and fresh dill elevates the flavor.

What’s even better is that it’s super easy to make and healthy. It’s a great side to eat with Arepas Con Queso, offering a fresh and light bite in between the cheesy goodness.

16. Venezuelan Tequeños (Cheese Sticks)

For these Venezuelan Tequeños, you’ll spend around $15 on ingredients, and they take 45 minutes to make. That’s quick! These crispy cheese sticks use semi-hard white cheese and come with a spicy pink sauce. Make the dough, wrap the cheese, and fry.

It yields about 12 tequeños, perfect for a small get-together. The spiciness of the cayenne pepper in the sauce pairs amazingly with the gooey cheese. Eat with Arepas Con Queso, and you’ve got a Venezuelan feast on your hands!

17. Avocado Chicken Salad

With this Avocado Chicken Salad, you’re looking at 20 minutes of prep and a budget-friendly cost of $10 for ingredients. This creamy, rich salad blends shredded chicken with the smoothness of avocado and tangy lime juice.

It serves 4 and the cilantro adds a fresh kick. You can eat this salad as a side or stuff it in your Arepas Con Queso for a tasty, full meal.

18. Pico de Gallo

For just $5, you can whip up this Pico de Gallo in 20 minutes, and yields about 4 cups. It’s a fresh, spicy side made of Roma tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.

You’ll love the balance of tang from the lime and the kick from the jalapeño. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes for the flavors to really shine. If you eat with Arepas Con Queso, this adds a wonderful, vibrant layer to the meal.

19. Shredded Beef

Let’s talk about this Shredded Beef that will cost you around $20 for ingredients and takes about 10 hours to make in a slow cooker. This dish is all about flavor and tenderness. It uses boneless chuck roast, seasoned with herbs and slow-cooked until it’s easy to pull apart.

The recipe gives you about 6 to 8 servings. You can eat it with noodles, but have you tried eating it with Arepas Con Queso? The rich beef adds a hearty layer that is so satisfying.

20. Pickled Red Onions

Spend only $5 and just 30 minutes to get these Pickled Red Onions ready. Slice the onions, mix water, vinegar, and spices, and let them sit in the fridge. This recipe will give you a jar full of tangy and crunchy onions that last a while.

The red pepper flakes add a tiny kick, which is optional. When you eat with Arepas Con Queso, these pickled onions will give you that tangy crunch that lifts the whole dish.