Healthy & Easy Gluten-Free Recipes (2024)

BREAKING CHEWS: You can now peruse ALL recipes tagged as "gluten-free" on the Hungry Girl website! So, we thought it was a perfect opportunity to shout out some of our favorite healthy & easy gluten-free recipes. Check 'em out, then scope out even more here

Healthy & Easy Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes

Banana-Chocolate Blender PancakesEntire recipe (4 pancakes): 200 calories, 3g total fat (1.5g sat. fat), 391mg sodium, 25.5g carbs, 2.5g fiber, 14.5g sugars, 20.5g protein

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This is one of those recipes that’s accidentally gluten free. Our goal was mostly to make pancakes that were super high in protein but tasted amazing. And after we achieved our primary objective bigtime, we then realized, "Oh! And no flour was used at all!" Bonus for gluten-free enthusiasts.

Apple Cinnamon Blender Muffins1/12 of recipe (1 muffin): 77 calories, 1g total fat (<0.5g sat. fat), 187mg sodium, 16g carbs, 1.5g fiber, 2.5g sugars, 5g protein

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We like eating oatmeal, we like eating apples… but what if we could combine the two in a way that didn't just feel like eating oatmeal with apples? This recipe combines healthy staple ingredients—we could pretty much throw a batch together any time! Perfect for fall… (P.S. Oats are naturally gluten free, but some brands may contain trace amounts due to sharing equipment with gluten-containing grains. Check your labels if you avoid gluten for health reasons!)

Healthy & Easy Gluten-Free Recipes for Lunch & Dinner

Fork 'n Knife Mexican Skillet PizzaEntire recipe: 298 calories, 9g total fat (3.5g sat. fat), 760mg sodium, 36g carbs, 9.5g fiber, 10.5g sugars, 19.5g protein

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There are a lot of gluten-free pizza crust options out there these days, like those that are cauliflower-based. Well, this creation uses chickpea flour! It's the kind of pie you'll want to eat with utensils, and it tastes great. Plus, we love the protein & fiber in that bean-based flour.

Southwest Meatloaf Minis1/5 of recipe (2 meatloaf minis): 252 calories, 9g total fat (3.5g sat. fat), 599mg sodium, 15.5g carbs, 2.5g fiber, 6g sugars, 27.5g protein

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Many meatloaf recipes use breadcrumbs to help bind together the ingredients. Instead, we turned to quick-cooking oats! You don't really notice them once it's all cooked together—there are so many other tasty ingredients to enjoy here. Not gluten-related: Look how cute they are!

Healthy & Easy Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes

Flourless Peanut Butter Brownies1/9 of pan (1 brownie): 130 calories, 9g total fat (4g sat. fat), 207mg sodium, 17g carbs, 3g fiber, 1g sugars, 8g protein

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If you've gotten to this point on the page and read the above recipe title, we're pretty sure you're already sold. They're flourless brownies with peanut butter! The brilliant flour-replacer here is powdered peanut butter (aka defatted peanut flour). Make these brownies and prepare to be wowed.

Flourless Black Forest Cake1/8of cake: 115 calories, 2g total fat (1g sat. fat), 331mg sodium, 27.5g carbs, 5.5g fiber, 7.5g sugars, 5.5g protein

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This dessert is a total dream come true. The richness of the cake base is boosted by black beans, pumpkin, and applesauce, but all you taste is CHOCOLATE. Finish it off with a gooey cherry topping and some whipped cream, and you'll be like "Gluten who? For what? No thanks.”

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Healthy & Easy Gluten-Free Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What are the healthiest gluten free foods? ›

Many naturally gluten-free foods can be a part of a healthy diet:
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What common meals are gluten-free? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Instant Pot Pork Puttanesca. ...
  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

What gluten-free food fills you up? ›

A starchy food such as any type of gluten free bread rolls, pitta or wraps, gluten free pasta, rice, potatoes. A dairy food such as milk, cheese, yogurt, fromage frais. A drink of water, fruit juice or smoothie (maximum portion 150ml), milk drink.

What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free—so have plenty on hand for snacking. Rice, wild rice, corn and quinoa are gluten-free foods. Price Chopper does sell several different brands of gluten-free pasta. Meat, fish and chicken are also gluten-free, but some cold cuts do contain wheat starch as binders.

What food is surprisingly gluten-free? ›

Treats that are surprisingly gluten-free
  • Plain tortilla or potato chips: Keep in mind that seasoned chips may contain wheat starch.
  • Plain chocolate: Read ingredients as some chocolate bars contain wheat-based wafers.
  • Ice cream: Vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are safe bets. ...
  • French fries: Potatoes are gluten free.
Apr 13, 2023

Is peanut butter gluten-free? ›

It's important to know that peanuts, peanut butter, peanut flour and peanut oil are considered naturally gluten-free foods. Gluten is a form of protein found in wheat, barley and rye (2).

What happens when you stop eating gluten? ›

Some people report feeling dizziness, nausea, extreme hunger and even anxiety and depression when they suddenly go from eating a lot of gluten to being gluten-free. These symptoms usually go away after a few weeks on a gluten-free diet, but talk to your health care provider if they persist.

What foods should I avoid for a gluten free diet? ›

In general, avoid the following foods if you have celiac disease: Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. This includes white or whole-wheat flour (including cookies, crackers, cakes, and most other baked goods), semolina, couscous, bread crumbs, most pastas, and malt.

What are 4 foods that carry gluten? ›

Foods that usually contain gluten
  • breads, including bagels, flatbreads, and pita.
  • pastas and some other noodles.
  • cakes, crackers, and biscuits.
  • pies and pastries.
  • some breakfast cereals.
  • breadcrumbs and coatings.
  • croutons.
  • many meat substitutes.

What are the first signs of being gluten intolerant? ›

What are the symptoms of gluten intolerance?
  • Abdominal pain.
  • Anemia.
  • Anxiety.
  • Bloating or gas.
  • Brain fog, or trouble concentrating.
  • Depression.
  • Diarrhea or constipation.
  • Fatigue.

What are typical gluten-free meals? ›

A dish is gluten-free if it doesn't contain any gluten—a protein found in grains like wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten is sometimes found in sauces, processed foods, dressings, etc. But plain meat, fish, rice, legumes, fruits, and vegetables are all naturally gluten-free.

What do most gluten-free people eat? ›

If you avoid gluten, there are plenty of foods you can choose from to ensure you're eating a well-balanced diet. Many whole foods are naturally gluten-free, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, certain whole grains, dairy products, and oils, as well as fresh meat, fish, and poultry.

How to eat healthy on a gluten-free diet? ›

What Should You Include in Your Healthy GFD?
  1. Fruits and vegetables.
  2. Legumes.
  3. Low-fat dairy, if tolerated (if not, include other sources of calcium and vitamin D)
  4. Gluten-free whole grains (be sure to select only those specifically labeled gluten-free)
  5. Lean protein.
  6. Nuts and seeds.
  7. Healthy fats.

What foods should you avoid on a gluten-free diet? ›

In general, avoid the following foods if you have celiac disease: Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. This includes white or whole-wheat flour (including cookies, crackers, cakes, and most other baked goods), semolina, couscous, bread crumbs, most pastas, and malt.

What is the downside of a gluten-free diet? ›

Numerous studies have shown that diets that are gluten free tend to be deficient in protein, folate, iron, niacin, riboflavin, thiamin, B12, zinc, selenium, and fiber. In addition, they are more apt to have higher levels of nickel, which is highly allergenic to some patients.

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