Sometimes being plant-based and gluten-free can be a struggle. So, here are ten recipes that are both gluten-free and plant-based from January! They taste as great as they look.
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1. Tomato Basil Roasted Red Pepper Lentil Soup
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This by is a comforting treat that can be served any time of the year. The red lentils provide the heartiness and the roasted peppers, tomato, and basil bring in the comfort!
2. Bruschetta
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This by is such an easy light lunch to have on the weekend. Once the yam toasts are baked, the rest of the recipe is simple.
3. Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa
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This by features jalapeño, cilantro, and green onion and is the perfect addition to your appetizer table. Fresh cranberry season only comes around once a year, and this is the perfect dish to feature this tart and tangy fruit!
4. Grilled Acorn Squash Salad
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This by could be a wonderful addition to any celebration table. Not only because of its lovely presentation and flavor, but because it is healthy as well.
5. Red Cabbage Slaw
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With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s good to have a few go-to recipes like this one for meal prep. This by is a salad to love because the flavors just keep getting better as they sit in the fridge during the week. Prep it on Sunday and divide it into equal portions for easy use. Book and Recipe credit: Courtesy of Robert Rose Inc., by Toby Amidor © 2023 Reprinted with permission. Available where books are sold. Photography credit: Ashley Lima
6. All Greens Salad
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This by is the perfect tasty way to get in your greens! For more protein, serve it topped with sautéed diced tofu. Book and Recipe credit: Courtesy of Robert Rose Inc., by Toby Amidor © 2023 Reprinted with permission. Available where books are sold. Photography credit: Ashley Lima
7. Jugo Verde
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Jugo verde (or Mexican green juice) delivers big on fresh and zesty flavors. With ingredients like nopales, it also contains health benefits that will keep you feeling young and vibrant! And the best part? This by is totally customizable!
8. Fresh Almond Ricotta
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This by is thick and creamy, and it comes together quite easily. It’s very versatile, a blank canvas that you can take in sweet or savory directions, making it perfect for pizza, pasta, dessert, and more! Make it as is, spread it on toast, or serve it on its own with fruit compote for a healthy breakfast. You can put it in lasagna, drop a dollop into your spaghetti, or blend it with fresh herbs. If you don’t eat dairy, and you’re looking for something to scratch that itch, look no further.
From The Kitchen Commune: Meals to Heal and Nourish Everyone at Your Table, copyright © 2024 by Chay Wike. Reprinted by permission of the author and Flashpoint Books, Seattle, WA.
9. Roasted Honeynut Squash
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Similar to delicata squash, the skin is thin and tender and can be eaten, so there is no need to peel it before roasting. This by is roasted with simple seasonings, honeynut squash becomes sweet like candy and looks lovely on a platter sprinkled with pepitas.
10. Quick Cheesy Polenta
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This by is a super quick fix for breakfast, lunch, or dinner when you’re short of time yet want to cook a delicious meal. It only takes 15 minutes to prepare and a handful of staple ingredients from your cupboard and fridge. Vegan & gluten-free.
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