Living gluten-free doesn't mean having to forego taste or variety! Whether you suffer from celiac disease, have a gluten intolerance or simply want to eat more consciously – with the right recipes your menu will not only be varied, but also really tasty.
In this post I will introduce you to seven simple and delicious gluten-free recipes – from savory breakfasts to sweet snacks. All dishes are easy to prepare and bring new inspiration to your kitchen.
1st breakfast: Creamy quinoa porridge with berries
A warm, nutritious breakfast for a perfect start to the day.
Ingredients:
• 100g quinoa
• 250 ml almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Fresh berries (e.g. blueberries, raspberries)
• Nuts or seeds of your choice
Preparation:
1. Wash the quinoa well and bring it to the boil in a pot with the almond milk.
2. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is soft.
3. Stir in maple syrup and cinnamon.
4. Place in a bowl and garnish with berries and nuts.
➡️ Tip: If you like it even creamier, you can stir in a spoonful of coconut yoghurt at the end.
2. Snack: Crispy Chickpeas – the perfect gluten-free snack
Healthy, tasty and super crunchy – these roasted chickpeas are the ideal snack between meals.
Ingredients:
• 1 can of chickpeas (400 g)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp paprika powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 200°C.
2. Drain the chickpeas, rinse and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
3. Mix with olive oil and spices and place on a baking tray.
4. Bake for 20-30 minutes until crispy.
➡️Tip: For a sweet version, season with cinnamon and maple syrup!
3. Lunch: Zucchini noodles with pesto
Light, refreshing and full of flavor – the perfect gluten-free pasta alternative.
Ingredients:
• 2 large zucchini
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp gluten-free pesto
• Cherry tomatoes and pine nuts for garnish
Preparation:
1. Cut zucchini into noodles using a spiral cutter.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan and briefly fry the garlic.
3. Sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the pesto.
4. Serve with cherry tomatoes and pine nuts.
4th Dinner: Baked salmon with quinoa salad
A protein-packed, healthy dinner that's ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 100g quinoa
• 1 avocado, diced
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh spinach
• Lemon juice & olive oil for the dressing
Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Season salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper and bake for 15-20 minutes.
2. Cook quinoa, then mix with avocado, tomatoes and spinach.
3. Season with lemon juice and olive oil and serve with the salmon.
5. Dessert: Chocolate Avocado Mousse
An incredibly creamy dessert – completely dairy-free and gluten-free!
Ingredients:
• 2 ripe avocados
• 50g unsweetened cocoa powder
• 100 ml maple syrup or honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt
Preparation:
1. Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
2. Pour into bowls and cool for at least 30 minutes.
➡️Tip: With Cacao nibs* or garnish with fresh berries!
6. Bread: Gluten-free buckwheat bread
A hearty bread that is perfect for sandwiches.
Ingredients:
• 300 g buckwheat flour • 200 ml water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 packet of dry yeast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• Optional: sunflower seeds or linseed
Preparation:
1. Dissolve yeast with honey in lukewarm water and let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. Mix flour, salt and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil and knead into a smooth dough.
4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, then pour into a greased loaf pan and let rest for 30 minutes.
5. Bake at 180°C for about 40 minutes.
7. Sweet snack: Coconut almond energy balls
Perfect for on the go – no added sugar, but full of energy!
Ingredients:
• 200 g dates, pitted
• 100g almonds
• 50 g desiccated coconut + extra for rolling
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
Preparation:
1. Put all ingredients in a blender and process into a sticky mass.
2. Form small balls and roll in desiccated coconut.
3. Cool for at least 30 minutes and enjoy!
➡️ Tip: These energy balls will last in the fridge for up to a week.
Conclusion – enjoying gluten-free made easy!
As you can see, a gluten-free diet can be incredibly diverse and delicious! Whether savory or sweet, simple or sophisticated – these seven recipes prove that gluten-free food is anything but boring.
If you are looking for high-quality gluten-free products, here are some that I like to use:
• Gluten-free buckwheat flour*
• Gluten-free organic vegetable broth*
Have fun trying it out and enjoy your meal!
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