13 Frozen Aldi Sides (All Under $5) That'll Make Dinner a Hit

Are you looking for creative ways to stretch your Aldi budget further? We've rounded up the season's best sides — and they won't break the bank.

You want convenience, quality, and low cost. Luckily, these frozen finds have all three. From nutrient-rich butternut squash to cheesy Texas toast, you can transform a hum-drum dinner into a fab feast with these affordable add-ons.

At under $5 each, you can fill your card with a selection of ready-to-heat-and-eat sides and still have room in your budget to snag something from Aldi's home goods aisle.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $2.19

You don't have to spend a fortune to eat healthy. For $2.19, you can get this 10-ounce pack of organic, non-GMO butternut squash. Steam the bag in your microwave in minutes, and add the subtly sweet veggies to your favorite low-fat pasta, grilled chicken, or tofu recipe.

Save $0.60 on this Aldi buy. You'll pay $2.79 for Good and Gather's frozen cubed squash at Target.

Price: $3.19

Whether you call them potato puffs or tater tots, these spuds are a savory side. And while they can complement a breakfast scramble or brunch buffet, you can also have the crispy bites with your family's dinner.

You can serve the pint-sized potato pick with hamburgers, hot dogs, a hearty meatloaf, or spicy fried chicken. Score the 32-ounce store-brand bag for just over $3. Target sells the same size pack of Ore-Ida seasoned frozen tots for $5.49.

Price: $2.05

Broccoli is filled with healthy antioxidants and plenty of fiber. If you want an easy way to add some serious nutrition to a meal, pop this 10-ounce steam-in-bag pack into the microwave. The preservative-free, non-GMO florets are also USDA organic.

Save money with this $2.05 Aldi store-brand buy. Whole Foods Market sells the same Cascadian Farms frozen organic broccoli for $4.99.

Swap out the same side dishes you usually make for this garlic and herbs cauliflower rice. The savory selection is a sneaky way to make your meal healthier.

Each serving has 83 percent fewer carbs than white rice. Steam the mix and pair it with fish or another lean meat. Snag the 12-ounce bag for $1.89. A smaller 7.05-ounce pack from FullGreen costs $2.69 at Target.

Price: $4.99

No time for a from-scratch side? This holiday fan-favorite features green beans, rich mushroom gravy, and crispy fried onions.

You'll get everything you need to make the casserole in one family-size bag. Spoon it into a festive dish and pretend that it's homemade. Your family will never know.

Price: $2.89

Cut costs and save time. Instead of peeling, boiling, mashing, and whipping potatoes, heat and serve this 16-ounce bag.

Add the under-$3 find to a hearty homestyle meal of meatloaf, corn, and gravy. Sixteen ounces of Stouffer's name-brand version costs $4.49 at Kroger.

Price: $2.55

Make plain bread baskets a thing of the past. This five-cheese Texas Toast is a warm, savory side with a flavor you'll savor. You can serve the mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, asiago, and parmesan-covered pick with spaghetti and meat sauce, lasagna, chicken parm, or seared steak and veggies.

Nab an eight-count box for $2.55. Target sells the same size pack of New York Bakery's frozen garlic Texas Toast for $3.19.

Price: $1.55

Brussels sprouts are an easy, nutritious side. Steam the spouts, air-fry them with olive oil and a pinch of salt or bake them in a sweet balsamic glaze.

This 12-ounce bag is a steal for $1.55. You'll pay $2.19 for a 10.8-ounce size of Bird's Eye frozen Brussels sprouts from Target.

Price: $3.25

Add an egg roll (or a few) to your favorite Asian-inspired main. These crispy chicken and vegetable rolls are ready in minutes. You can microwave, bake, or air-fry the savory side.

Not only is this four-pack a fraction of what you could pay for takeout, but it's also less than many name-brand buys. Chung's Chicken Egg Rolls retail for $4.59 at Kroger grocery store.

Price: $2.75

Elevate almost any meal with this Vitamin C-rich veggie. Asparagus complements chicken, beef, fish, tofu, or pasta. And if you want to make pizza or fried food more nutritious, serve this Season's Choice selection steamed with a pinch of sea salt.

Price: $2.75

This vegetable medley has an Asian flare you can easily pair with braised tofu, Fusia General Tso's Chicken ($8.05), Fusia Mandarin Orange Chicken ($8.05), or stir-fried steak. Steam or saute the carrot, broccoli, baby corn, and sugar snap pea mix.

Price: $4.75

Taquitos aren't a typical side. But that doesn't mean you can't have them with dinner tonight.

Get 20 of the protein-rich seasoned beef and diced green chile corn tortilla roll-ups for $4.75. Target sells an 18-count box of El Monterey beef and cheese taquitos for over $3 more.

Price: $2.99

Shoestring fries are a crispy classic. This slim side is perfect for burgers, hot dogs, and other hearty, traditional meals. Try an updated version of the plain potatoes and sprinkle shaved parm, a drizzle of truffle oil, and rosemary over these baked French fries.

Make your next family dinner a hit with these savory sides. Whether you're cooking for one, two, three, four, or more, you can score the season's top deals. Don't worry about starting from scratch — these budget-friendly buys are ready to heat and eat.

Aldi makes it easy to shop smarter. Along with affordable frozen sides, you can save money on essentials, desserts, pantry products, and more right now.