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If gluten sensitivity seems to always be getting in the way of your weight loss goals, you need a collection of low-carb meals and gluten-free recipes all in one place. My friend, this is the place! I've divided these healthy recipes into Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner(and sides) for your convenience -plus a little treat for dessert.
Easy Recipes for Breakfast
A little bit of prep ahead of time can set you up for some delicious low carb and gluten free options for breakfast - even with your busy schedule (I'm going to go ahead and assume you also have a busy schedule). And I'm here to remind you that breakfast for dinner can be a really fun and healthy low-carb option too! Just check out these recipes:
Low Carb Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches
This low-carb breakfast sandwich is a salty, creamy, melty, chewy keto meal that really hits the spot. It's so much better than any of the fast food options out there. The egg rounds take the place of a bun - they make the perfect substitute for English muffins!
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
These pancakes are jam packed with protein and fiber! The silky smooth texture and delectable pumpkin/cinnamon flavor combo will have you choosing these for breakfast again and again.
Egg Mug Recipe
Hot and steamy, fluffy and creamy! Low carb egg mugs are packed with protein, cheesy, and comforting - along with a healthy dose of vegetables. Whatever you like to put in an omelette will be fantastic in an egg mug! Are you wondering what an egg mug is? It's a super healthy, convenient way to
Low-Carb Recipes for Lunch
Packing your lunch is a great way to stick to your diet goals, and we've got some delicious gluten free lunches for you. Chicken salad recipes are an easy way to get your protein and veggies, but remember steak salad and egg salad are also there for you when you need them! Every sandwich on this list has been family-tested as a lettuce wrap for even more low-carb options. If you're following a keto diet, your taste buds will thank you!
Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Poppy Seeds
This chicken salad is low in calories, and has added protein from the Greek yogurt in the dressing. Celery, poppy seeds, and sliced almonds add crunch, and dried cranberries give it a tangy sweetness. Great for topping a salad or in a sandwich for lunch.
Ultimate Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe |Gluten Free
Juicy, flavorful chicken, crisp lettuce, tangy tomato and pickles on a warm (gluten free) bun. I'll show you how to make chicken that's just the right size and thickness for a perfect sandwich! Fire up that grill (or grill pan) and let's go!
Easy Chicken BLT with Pesto Cream Cheese Spread
This sandwich satisfies all your cravings - juicy marinated chicken, salty, crispy bacon, tangy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce. But the star of this sandwich is definitely the mouthwatering pesto cream cheese spread!
Sweet Chili Cucumber Salad
Garden fresh, crunchy cucumbers and a light, spicy/sweet dressing pair up for the perfect summer salad that’s quick to throw together, and low in carbs and calories.
Low Carb Coleslaw Dressing
This dressing uses monk fruit sweetener to cut carbs, and Greek yogurt to cut back on fat so you can enjoy creamy, tangy coleslaw without all the calories.
Salad Cups - the Portable Mason Jar Salad
Mason jar salads are a smart, convenient way to keep healthy salads ready to eat. But carrying a quart-sized glass jar around with you until lunch time? Not so much. That problem is easily solved by changing containers, plus a few tips and tricks so your favorite salads can stay fresh and crunchy until you're
How to Make a Salad Bar - Update
Back in 2012, I came up with a great idea to make it even easier for our family to eat our vegetables. Many of you must have liked it as well, because it's been my most popular post ever since! That great idea was How To Make a Salad Bar. In the past two years
Recipe for Trader Joe's Harvest Salad with Grilled Chicken
The salad dressing is the real star of the Trader Joe's Harvest Salad. I worked hard to re-create it so we could have it not only on the salad, but on anything we want. The secret ingredient is thyme - and if you have fresh thyme, all the better.
Steak and Blue Cheese Salad Recipe
Steak, blue cheese, and colorful bell peppers are a mouthwatering combination for this hearty salad, and shredded purple cabbage adds even more beautiful color. A light vinaigrette is the perfect tangy topping. A feast for the eyes, for sure!
Avocado Egg Salad with Bacon
Flavor up basic egg salad with avocado and turkey bacon, and keep the calories low by using egg whites and serving in a lettuce wrap. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch.
Easy Dinner Recipes (and Side Dishes)
Your gluten-free diet and your need for low carb meals don't have to spoil family dinners. We've got recipes that use almond flour to replace carbs in tortillas or meatballs, and some genius ways to use cauliflower rice that don't even taste like cauliflower! Here are some easy meal ideas for weeknight dinners and healthy side dishes to feed your family the nutrition you need, and still satisfy those comfort food cravings.
Creamy (and Healthy) Lemon Poppyseed Salad Dressing
The sweet flavor in this creamy dressing comes from honey, not sugar. Tangy lemon juice, crunchy poppyseeds, and creamy yogurt tastes just like a spoonful of sunshine!
Low Carb Sesame Ginger Chicken
My Low Carb Sesame Ginger Chicken has that perfect sweet & sticky sauce, but with less carbs and calories. Easy for beginners, and finger-licking good!
Easy Low Carb Chicken Meatballs - Keto Friendly
My whole family is in love with these low carb chicken meatballs. Oh my goodness, they’re so good!
Mushrooms and almond flour bring out the best in the ground chicken breast - the meatballs brown beautifully when baked and are SO juicy and tender. They are low carb and gluten free. You’ll look forward to eating these all day long if this is what’s for dinner!
Low Carb Half Calorie Rice
Are you looking for a way to lower your blood sugar levels without giving up your favorite grain? Look no further than this delicious, low glycemic, low carb rice! This amazing rice recipe is made from the fluffy, steamy, starchy REAL white rice you love, but is made in a special way so you only
Chicken Dijon with Low Carb Mushroom Sauce (Easy)
You'd never guess that the delicious mushroom sauce on this chicken gets is decadent creaminess from cottage cheese! A sprinkle of crumbled turkey bacon and fresh herbs add the finishing touch.
Low Carb Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are so creamy and comforting, but I don't often eat them because they are too high in starchy carbs. That's why I've replaced half the potatoes with cauliflower. Yes, I know that cauliflower can have a strong, off-putting flavor - not what we want in a creamy, buttery comfort food. But wait -
Low-Carb Zucchini Lasagna
Replacing the noodles with zucchini strips is the best thing to happen to lasagna! This easy to make casserole is loaded with a rich, meaty, tomato sauce, and ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. A low-carb dieter’s dream come true 😀
Healthy 8 Salad Mix - Trader Joe's Copycat Recipe
My Healthy 8 Salad recipe (inspired by Trader Joe's) is a mix of 8 healthy veggies that you can chop up and use all week in salads, soup, or eat on its own.
Low-Carb Cheese Enchiladas
These low carb enchiladas are filled mostly with low fat cottage cheese, and are low in carbs thanks to Mission Almond low carb gluten free tortillas.
Don't Forget Dessert
Just because you're on a low carb diet doesn't mean you have to skip dessert. My Chocolate Nut Clusters are made in a slow cooker so you can throw together a delicious recipe for a treat even on busy days, and still stick to your weight loss goals.
Chocolate Nut Clusters
This recipe suits many different food allergies and diets, and is one of the easiest recipes you can make! Silky smooth chocolate, crisp nuts, and a touch of sea salt make these irresistible! And it's made in a slow cooker, so you can throw it together and it can work its magic while you're busy doing something else.
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Gluten Free Recipes You'll Love
Author: Kristie Winget, who juggles creating delicious gluten free recipes with following a low carb diet every day (it's not always easy). And feeding her extended family with 4 different food allergies every other Sunday. And loves doing it!