Who says you need wheat to have a good time? Sink your teeth into these mouthwatering gluten-free recipes. If you're new to GF cooking, just check your ingredients labels because wheat can lurk in surprising places.
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Chicken thighs stay juicy, which makes them perfect for a high-heat recipe, like this deconstructed Greek dish. Throw the contents in a warm gluten-free pita or on top of a bed of lettuce. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Greek Salad Chicken Dinner
Some butter chicken recipes are off limits for the GF crowd because they use flour to thicken the sauce. This homemade version requires no such thing. And it comes together faster than your local takeout—just sayin’. Get the recipe: Easy Butter Chicken
Photo: Roberto CarusoThis squash gets a caramelized coating, making it taste like candy. You guys, healthy candy for dinner! Mix it with quinoa, baby arugula and roasted pepitas, then smother it all in a tahini dressing. Get the recipe: Sautéed Squash and Quinoa Salad
Photo: Maya VisnyeiPlease, no noodles! Slices of eggplant work perfectly to house creamy ricotta cheese. The recipe calls for bread crumbs, so look for a GF variety or skip it altogether. Trust us, you don’t need bread crumbs to have a good time. Get the recipe: Eggplant Parmesan Roll
Photo: Erik PutzHere’s a fun party trick for your next potluck: A one-pot dinner of tender braised chicken thighs with olives, artichokes and fennel that’s ready in less than an hour. Get the recipe: Mediterranean Braised Chicken Thighs
Photo: Ryan SzulcNot up on potachos yet? Think nachos with potatoes playing the part of crisp tortilla chips. Back off, gluten—this is nacho party. Get the recipe: Potachos
This chickpea patty doesn’t need bread crumbs to stay together, it uses flax seed instead. It calls for Worchestershire sauce, so be sure to read the label to find a GF option (and a fish-free version if you’re going for a vegetarian meal). Serve it on your fave gluten-free bun with all the fixings. Get the recipe: Chickpea Burger
Photo: Maya VisnyeiThere are a lot of beautiful things happening in this French salad. Say hey to crisp green beans, medium-boiled eggs, yellow potatoes, tuna and sprouts covered in a thick Dijon dressing. Get the recipe: Sprouted Niçoise Salad
Corn tortillas take the place of noodles in this newfangled dish. Hot smoked paprika adds a punch of flavour to the hearty swiss chard that’s living it up in the saucy dish. Get the recipe: White Corn and Swiss Chard Lasagna
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