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Gluten-free lunch ideas for school, work and home

Lunch is the meal that leans hardest on bread. These gluten-free lunches use rice, potatoes, corn tortillas, beans and big salads instead, and plenty of them pack well for school or work.

What Gluten watches for: bread, wraps and crackers, croutons, and soy sauce or dressings made with wheat.

414 Gluten-free lunch recipes

Roasted Beet and Walnut Dip

Roasted Beet and Walnut Dip

Roasted beets and toasted walnuts blended with dill, crème fraîche, and vinegar into a smooth snack spread.

Serves 4Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Gluten-free
Coconut Fish and Tomato Bake

Coconut Fish and Tomato Bake

Fish fillets and cherry tomatoes baked in a coconut milk and ginger marinade with fresh lime and cilantro.

35 minServes 4Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Dairy-free
Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Grated cauliflower florets cooked in olive oil with garlic, then tossed with toasted almonds and lemon zest.

20 minServes 6Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Dairy-free
Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Beans

Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Beans

Roasted sweet potato and shallots over massaged kale, quinoa, beans, and feta.

40 minServes 4Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad

Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad

Garbanzo beans tossed with cucumbers, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese in a chilled salad.

130 minServes 8Hidradenitis suppurativa · Celiac · Diabetes
Instant-Pot Cashew Yogurt

Instant-Pot Cashew Yogurt

Raw cashews blended with water and tapioca flour, then set in a pressure cooker to thicken.

1240 minServes 8Gluten-free · Celiac · Vegetarian
Eggplant Caponata

Eggplant Caponata

Eggplant, onion, celery, and tomato cooked with capers and pine nuts in a sweet and tangy vinegar sauce.

60 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

Cauliflower steaks roasted with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes.

40 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Best Easy Healthy Baked Salmon

Best Easy Healthy Baked Salmon

Salmon fillets roasted on a baking sheet with garlic, olive oil, and lemon slices until flaky.

25 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Easy Shrimp Paella

Easy Shrimp Paella

Arborio rice cooked in broth with tomatoes, spinach, artichoke hearts, peas, and shrimp.

45 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Margherita Pizza (Gluten Free)

Margherita Pizza (Gluten Free)

Pizza crust layered with sliced mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil, then baked.

25 minServes 1Hashimoto's · Celiac · Gluten-free
Roast Chicken with Ratatouille

Roast Chicken with Ratatouille

Chicken roasted with a rich ratatouille of eggplant, zucchini, squash, tomatoes, and herbs.

60 minServes 4Hashimoto's · Celiac · Dairy-free
Healthy tuna lettuce wraps

Healthy tuna lettuce wraps

Pan-seared tuna sliced and rolled into romaine lettuce leaves with a smooth avocado and caper mash.

17 minServes 2Hashimoto's · Celiac · Dairy-free
Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Hash

Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet potatoes, bell peppers, bacon, and onions roasted on a sheet pan until crispy and tender.

55 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Moroccan Chickpeas With Chard

Moroccan Chickpeas With Chard

Dried chickpeas, chard, turnip, carrots, and warm spices simmered in a pot for a tender vegetable stew.

150 minServes 8Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet potatoes, peppers, onions, and kale roasted in a skillet with eggs baked right on top.

40 minServes 4Anti-inflammatory · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Roasted Edamame With Garlic and Olives

Roasted Edamame With Garlic and Olives

Frozen edamame roasted in olive oil with garlic cloves, green olives, and dried herbs.

55 minServes 4Balanced · Celiac · Dairy-free
Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato strips tossed in olive oil, chili powder, and garlic powder, then baked on hot pans.

35 minServes 6Eczema · Celiac · Low-histamine
Trout with almonds & red peppers

Trout with almonds & red peppers

Trout fillets roasted with red peppers, tomatoes, and garlic, finished with toasted almonds and lemon wedges.

45 minServes 2Eczema · Celiac · Dairy-free
Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado Cilantro Sauce

Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado Cilantro Sauce

Sweet potato fries baked with chili powder and garlic, served with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce.

50 minServes 4Eczema · Celiac · Dairy-free
Bell Pepper Tuna Melts

Bell Pepper Tuna Melts

Bell peppers roasted and stuffed with a creamy tuna salad, topped with melted Swiss cheese and fresh chives.

40 minServes 6Balanced · Celiac · Gluten-free
Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

Brown rice and baby arugula tossed with tomatoes, cucumber, olives, herbs, and lemon dressing, topped with halloumi.

55 minServes 8Eczema · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Chicken-Thigh Kebabs With Turmeric, Chile and Saffron

Chicken-Thigh Kebabs With Turmeric, Chile and Saffron

Boneless chicken marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, turmeric, and chili, then grilled over an open flame.

200 minServes 4PCOS · Celiac · Anti-inflammatory
Low-Carb Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Low-Carb Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Zucchini coated in egg and almond flour with Parmesan, air fried until crispy.

25 minServes 4Diabetes · Celiac · Gluten-free
Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken breast over romaine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, avocado, feta, and kalamata olives with a herb dressing.

30 minServes 4Diabetes · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Grilled Lemon Chicken

Grilled Lemon Chicken

Chicken breasts marinated in lemon and ginger, grilled alongside broccoli florets tossed in olive oil.

60 minServes 5Diabetes · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Broiled Salmon With Chile, Orange and Mint

Broiled Salmon With Chile, Orange and Mint

Salmon fillets broiled with a melted butter, red-pepper flake, orange zest, and mint mixture.

15 minServes 4Low-FODMAP · Celiac · Gluten-free
Rosemary Roasted Nuts

Rosemary Roasted Nuts

Assorted nuts and pumpkin seeds toasted in the oven, then tossed with rosemary, brown sugar, butter, and cayenne.

17 minServes 5Mediterranean · Celiac · Gluten-free
Little Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups With Peppered Creme Fraiche

Little Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups With Peppered Creme Fraiche

Hollowed cucumber slices filled with peppery creme fraiche and smoked salmon, topped with dill or parsley.

15 minServes 15PCOS · Celiac · Gluten-free
Cilantro Lime Salmon with Mango Salsa.

Cilantro Lime Salmon with Mango Salsa.

Salmon fillets seasoned with chili powder and paprika, served with a sweet mango, lime, and jalapeño salsa.

30 minServes 4Mediterranean · Celiac · Gluten-free
Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta

Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta

Mini watermelon cubes and cucumbers tossed with feta cheese, mint, and basil, dressed with olive oil and lime.

15 minServes 4Balanced · Celiac · Gluten-free
Southwest Mango, Kale, and Quinoa Chopped Salad

Southwest Mango, Kale, and Quinoa Chopped Salad

Kale, quinoa, black beans, corn, and mango tossed with avocado and cheese, topped with a sunflower and lime dressing.

20 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · High blood pressure
One-Pot Millet Pilaf With Vegetables & Turmeric

One-Pot Millet Pilaf With Vegetables & Turmeric

Millet cooked in a pot with turmeric, squash, carrots, and celery, then finished with peas and baby spinach.

50 minServes 6GERD · Celiac · Diabetes
Chopped Zucchini Pasta Salad with Avocado-Mustard Dressing

Chopped Zucchini Pasta Salad with Avocado-Mustard Dressing

Spiralized zucchini and chopped vegetables tossed with chickpeas and a creamy avocado, mustard, and garlic dressing.

25 minServes 4Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Carrot-Ginger Soup

Carrot-Ginger Soup

Baby carrots and onion simmered in chicken stock and coconut milk, then blended smooth with fresh ginger and cilantro.

70 minServes 8Dairy-free · Celiac · Low-histamine
Crock Pot Moroccan Chicken

Crock Pot Moroccan Chicken

Chicken thighs and chickpeas slow-cooked with tomatoes, spices, and peanut butter, served over brown rice.

490 minServes 6Dairy-free · Celiac · Gluten-free
Cottage Cheese Frittata

Cottage Cheese Frittata

Eggs, cottage cheese, and Parmesan baked in a skillet with mushrooms, asparagus, bell pepper, and spinach.

35 minServes 6Diabetes · Celiac · Gluten-free
Cobb Salad

Cobb Salad

Romaine lettuce topped with chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and Roquefort cheese with dressing.

20 minServes 4Balanced · Celiac · Gluten-free
Shrimp and Chicken Rice Paper Rolls

Shrimp and Chicken Rice Paper Rolls

Prawns and chicken stir-fried with sweet peppers and mushrooms, wrapped in soft rice paper sheets.

40 minServes 8Gluten-free · Celiac · Dairy-free
Stuffed Eggplant with Lamb and Pine Nuts from 'Jerusalem'

Stuffed Eggplant with Lamb and Pine Nuts from 'Jerusalem'

Eggplants roasted and stuffed with ground lamb, onions, pine nuts, spices, and tomato paste.

125 minServes 4Mediterranean · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Asian Cauliflower Rice with Ginger Shrimp

Asian Cauliflower Rice with Ginger Shrimp

Shrimp and ginger tossed with cauliflower rice, avocado, parsley, and a sesame and honey sauce.

40 minServes 4High-fibre · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Salmon Avocado Salad

Salmon Avocado Salad

Pan-cooked salmon served over baby spinach, tomatoes, avocado, and cucumber with lemon vinaigrette.

20 minServes 2Diabetes · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Turkey Taco Skillet

Turkey Taco Skillet

Ground turkey and yellow onion cooked in a skillet with chili powder, black beans, diced tomatoes, and corn.

17 minServes 4Hyperparathyroidism · Celiac · Dairy-free
Vegetarian Black Bean Chili-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian Black Bean Chili-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Roasted sweet potatoes filled with black beans, onion, and red bell pepper simmered in tomato sauce and chili spices.

55 minServes 4Diabetes · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Almond Flour Crackers

Almond Flour Crackers

Almond flour and ground flaxseed rolled thin with sea salt and baked until crisp in the oven.

30 minServes 40Diabetes · Celiac · GERD
Mediterranean Salmon Salad

Mediterranean Salmon Salad

Baked salmon served over romaine lettuce, quinoa, tomatoes, feta, olives, and almonds with a lemon dressing.

22 minServes 2PCOS · Celiac · Hashimoto's
Baked White Fish with Charred Tomatoes and Feta

Baked White Fish with Charred Tomatoes and Feta

Rock fish baked over a simmering sauce of onions, leeks, tomatoes, and feta cheese.

55 minServes 4Diabetes · Celiac · Balanced
Stuffed Enchilada Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Enchilada Zucchini Boats

Zucchini boats stuffed with ground turkey or beef, pinto beans, and tomato sauce, topped with cheese.

60 minServes 6Low-carb · Celiac · High blood pressure

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Gluten-free lunch cooking questions

What can I pack for a gluten-free school lunch?

Rice or potato salad, corn tortilla wraps, last night’s dinner in a thermos, rice cakes, fruit, cheese and yogurt. Pack it in its own box so it stays clear of crumbs.

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