Produce is the star of these delicious gluten-free summer recipes. You can be assured that none of them contain wheat, barley or rye, or any ingredient that contains or is derived from one of these ingredients.
Fresh, colorful salads, veggie-packed casseroles and more make up this list of dinners that will end your weekend on a high, nutrient-packed note. Recipes like our Basil-Parmesan Zucchini Roll-Ups Casserole and Sheet-Pan Creole Chicken & Shrimp are healthy, filling ways to start a new week.
Sheet-Pan Roasted Salmon & Vegetables
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This gluten-free dish is packed with flavor and fits perfectly into a Mediterranean diet.
Eat-the-Rainbow Chopped Salad with Basil & Mozzarella
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This fresh and colorful salad has all of the delicious flavors you love from the classic caprese salad, plus even more healthy veggies. Double this and top each portion with 3 ounces grilled or roasted chicken to take it from a simple side to a quick main dish.
Basil-Parmesan Zucchini Roll-Ups Casserole
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Thin slices of zucchini wrap around a creamy filling of ricotta and Parmesan cheese and are nestled in a creamy pesto sauce in this light and summery vegetarian casserole.
Sheet-Pan Creole Chicken & Shrimp
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This variation of a shrimp boil can be made in the oven on just one baking sheet. A medley of spices gives this healthy dish of chicken, sausage and veggies a rich, complex flavor. Bonus: This easy sheet-pan dinner requires just 20 minutes of active prep time. Be sure to check the label on the chicken sausage. While most are gluten-free, some do contain gluten-containing ingredients.
Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole
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Think of this vegetarian enchilada casserole as a veggie-packed Mexican lasagna with corn tortillas standing in for the noodles! If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo. This easy vegetarian dinner recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
Shrimp Cobb Salad with Dijon Dressing
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We've replaced chicken with shrimp in this delicious and easy spin on the classic Cobb salad. This satisfying salad takes just 20 minutes to put together, making it a great weeknight meal or a perfect way to end your weekend.
Zucchini Enchiladas
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Using thinly sliced zucchini in place of tortillas is a great way to cut back on carbs and still enjoy cheesy chicken enchiladas. If you like the heat, opt for a spicy enchilada sauce.
Terra-Cotta Stewed Chicken
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This is an adaptation of Kedjenou. This dish is usually made in a canari, or terra-cotta pot, sealed with a banana leaf, placed in the ashes of a fire and left to cook into a succulent stew.
Baked Fish Tacos with Avocado
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Instead of deep-frying, the fish fillets in this quick-and-easy 5-ingredient recipe are coated with a flavorful seasoning blend and baked. Several varieties of flaky white fish can be used for these tacos. When you go to the market to purchase fish, the best strategy is to be flexible and choose the variety that looks freshest that day.
Grilled Salmon with Tomatoes & Basil
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This recipe is so beautiful and yet so simple to prepare—it's perfect for entertaining. You just spread a side of salmon with minced garlic, sprinkle with fresh basil, then layer sliced tomatoes on top. Put it on the grill for 10 minutes and you're done!
Grilled Pork Chops with Chile & Pineapple
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Never grilled pineapple? Get ready to be wowed. It caramelizes beautifully for a deeper flavor. Plus it's a totally tasty match with a grilled pork chop, cilantro and a little heat from serranos.
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Summer Corn Salad
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Chicken thighs are easy on the budget and great for grilling because they stay moist in the heat. Here, they are paired with a fresh corn and tomato salad for a simple summer dinner. When grilling skin-on chicken thighs, watch for flare-ups. Move the chicken away from the flames and reduce heat, if necessary, to keep it from charring.
Spicy Shrimp Tacos
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These spicy shrimp tacos owe their kick to a smoky chipotle shrimp seasoning blend. Cooling avocado and tangy pico de gallo round out the flavor. This vibrant, easy dinner comes together in a flash, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a spice end to your weekend.
Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata
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This vegetable-studded frittata recipe is one of the quickest meals you can make. Make it for breakfast, or serve for lunch or dinner with a tossed salad and a slice of olive oil-drizzled crusty gluten-free baguette.
Lobster & Corn Chowder
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The trick to making sure that this healthy lobster chowder recipe has tons of rich flavor is to start with great fish stock—the best is often in the freezer case at the supermarket. Then cook the lobsters in the stock to intensify their flavor. There is no flour added in this healthy soup, so it's lighter than a typical creamy chowder—plus it's gluten-free.
Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad
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Cutting the steak immediately after cooking breaks all the rules on meat cookery, but in this recipe we do it intentionally in order to capture the juices and incorporate them into the dressing. Serve this grilled flank steak recipe with crusty gluten-free bread to soak up the deliciousness.
Zucchini Lasagna
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Roasted zucchini slices stand in beautifully for wheat pasta in this no-noodle lasagna. The simple swap reduces calories and eliminates gluten. It's also a great way to use up extra zucchini if your plants are prolific.
Summer Shrimp Salad
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Use an array of colorful tomatoes to make this healthy shrimp salad pop. Cooking the shrimp with fresh herbs and garlic infuses them with flavor without coming off too strong for a light dinner salad that's perfect for summer entertaining.
Zucchini Noodle Pie
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If you're familiar with Italian spaghetti pie, you'll love this better-for-you gluten-free update to the classic comforting casserole. Replacing the traditional spaghetti with zucchini noodles keeps the meal from weighing you down and makes it gluten-free, but it's still as cheesy and saucy as ever.
Brown Rice Shrimp Bowl with Tomatoes & Avocado
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This quick and easy bowl pairs brown rice with cooked shrimp, tossed in a ginger-soy-sesame sauce, to create a flavorful dish in no time. Topping with tomatoes and avocado adds color and nutrients. Use leftover brown rice or pick up a package of pre-cooked brown rice from the grocery store to keep this meal no-cook.
Cobb Salad with Herb-Rubbed Chicken
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Try this satisfying salad recipe for an updated version of the classic Cobb. Kale, feta and strawberries give this chicken salad a colorful upgrade.
Salmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
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An easy-to-make slaw served on the side of these salmon tacos makes for a filling and fast weeknight dinner. If you prefer more heat in these fish tacos, simply add a pinch or two of chipotle chile powder or cayenne with the chili powder.
Zucchini & Corn Enchiladas
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Skip rolling and just layer these quick and easy enchiladas. This recipe uses a quick blender sauce, but if you're short on time, pick up a can of your favorite red enchilada sauce in the international aisle of your grocery store—you'll need about 3 cups.
Grilled Chicken with Red Pepper-Pecan Romesco Sauce
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Many variations of the Catalonian roasted tomato sauce, called romesco sauce, add roasted red peppers for a little sweetness. Here, we scorch the peppers and tomato on the grill alongside the chicken to keep things simple.