Easy Dinner Recipes for Two Gluten Free
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54 Quick Gluten-Free Meals for the Whole Family
Serve these easy recipes at a dinner party or a typical weeknight dinner.
MIKE GARTEN
People who follow a gluten-free diet will be the first to tell you how difficult and annoying it can be to pass up a delicious bowl of homemade pasta or a slice of birthday cake that hasn't been prepared with gluten-free alternatives. This is where gluten-free meals come in to make sure every familiar member or guest can find something on the dinner table. Some of these gluten-free recipes are entirely grain-free, while others make it easy to swap a few ingredients so you can cater to everyone's diet.
If you don't have a family member or friend who is gluten-free, you may not be familiar with celiac disease, a digestive and immune disorder. A reaction is triggered when someone who is celiac consumes gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, as well as bread, pasta, cookies, and cakes. Symptoms can vary widely among individuals, but some common signs to look out for are bloating, abdominal pain, and even lactose intolerance. You can treat celiac disease by following a gluten-free diet, which means baking gluten-free treats and researching gluten-free snacks that are not contaminated with the protein.
This may sound daunting, but there are actually plenty of gluten-free meals that are naturally grain-free without you having to jump through extra hoops. We've rounded up some light and family-friendly recipes you can prepare for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, whether you just found out that you have celiac disease or one of the kiddos has been gluten-free for years.
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Sheet Pan Chickpea Chicken
This dish is completely grain-free, so there's no worry about gluten here. Plus, it's packed full of protein both from the chicken and the chickpeas.
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Cream of Mushroom Soup
This tasty soup is full of vegetables and herbs and no gluten. It heavily features mushrooms, which are rich in antioxidants and have antiviral properties.
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Chickpea, Spinach, and Quinoa Patties
These patties are held together with quinoa, a naturally gluten-free grain — though it's important to double check that your quinoa is certified gluten-free, as sometimes cross contamination can occur in grain processing facilities.
Get the Chickpea, Spinach, and Quinoa Patties recipe.
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Chicken Kebabs
These chicken kebabs are super simple to make; just throw them on the grill and they'll be ready in less than half an hour. Plus, you can mix them up by alternating the chicken chunks with your favorite veggies.
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Bell Pepper Nachos
There are plenty of gluten-free chip options, so traditional nachos can definitely be part of a gluten-free diet. But if you're hoping to avoid the hassle of finding gluten-free chips, opt for peppers instead, which are packed with vitamin C and beta carotene.
Get the Bell Pepper Nachos recipe.
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Roasted Squash, Pork, and Kale Salad With Cherries
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Smoked Paprika Steak and Lentils with Spinach
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Sesame Chicken
This slow-cooker meal is great for days when you want to come home to a home-cooked meal but you don't want to have to actually cook. Just prepare it in the morning, throw it in the slow-cooker and leave it. Keep in mind that some jams and soy sauces contain gluten, so make sure you're purchasing varieties that don't.
Get the Sesame Chicken recipe.
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Grilled Skirt Steak with Charred Zucchini and Pineapple Salad
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Honey Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Arugula Salad
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Enchiladas with Pumpkin Seed Salsa
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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Escarole and Parmesan Salad
To get the skin on your chicken thighs to crisp up, place them in a heavy skillet and skin side down. Then place a second skillet on top of the chicken and put heavy cans inside to weigh it down. This flattens the chicken so it cooks evenly while also giving it that extra-crispy crunch.
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Beans and Greens with Lemon-Parmesan Polenta
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Steak and Cauliflower with Caper Relish
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Fish Chowder Sheet Pan Bake
This one-pan cod recipe gets its smoky flavor from cooking pieces of bacon on top of the potatoes and onions. For a fully gluten-free meal, swap the panko crumbles on top of the cod with crushed almonds for an added crunch.
Get the Fish Chowder Sheet Pan Bake recipe.
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Tex Mex Stuffed Zucchini with Black Beans
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Grilled Sesame Chicken and Chili Lime Slaw
Your favorite Chinese takeout meal gets a gluten-free makeover with this delicious recipe. Coat chicken breast in sesame seeds and sear in a cast iron pan to create a crispy skin. Then, transfer the pan to the oven to allow the chicken to cook through.
Get the Grilled Sesame Chicken and Chili Lime Slaw recipe.
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Sweet Potatoes with Shredded Salad
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Shrimp Tacos with Mango and Black Bean Salsa
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Beef and Lentil Chili
This hearty chili is no fuss — all you need is beef, a can of crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, lentils, and a few spices. Top with sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese if so desired.
Get the Beef and Lentil Chili recipe.
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Salmon with Creamy Feta Cucumbers
Heart-healthy salmon gets paired with feta cheese and cucumbers in this Mediterranean-inspired dish. Use a food processor to nail the smooth and creamy consistency of the whipped feta and yogurt puree.
Get the Salmon with Creamy Feta Cucumbers recipe.
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Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Red Grapes and Cabbage
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Chicken with Stewed Peppers and Tomatoes
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Spiced Roast Chicken with Caramelized Carrots and Shallots
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Pork Tenderloin with Quinoa Pilaf
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Orange-Garlic Chicken with Burst Tomatoes
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Shrimp Bowls with Scallion Vinaigrette
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Jerk Shrimp Wraps with Mango Slaw
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