5 Healthy and Delicious Gluten-Free Sides
If you think “gluten-free” is a just buzzy weight-loss trend, think again. This dietary restriction is serious business for people who have celiac disease, or a gluten sensitivity, and experience intestinal inflammation when ingesting gliadin, a protein found in gluten. Contrary to popular belief, gluten shows up in a slew of products beyond wheat and bread, which makes avoiding it easier said than done.
If you’re sticking to a gluten-free diet or cooking for guests who are, going homemade is the easiest way to put together a meal — and there are many healthy (and delicious!) options to choose from. Since whole fruits and vegetables, beans, legumes, meat, fish, and poultry are naturally gluten-free, entrees are typically easy to whip up. With traditional bread, pasta, and most sauces and marinades off limits, the side dishes are where things can get tricky.
So in honor of Celiac Awareness Month, we’ve rounded up creative, tasty sides that pass the gluten-free test. Whether you’re watching your gluten intake or not, these delicious recipes are sure to be a hit!
Baked Veggie-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are one of the easiest sides to whip up and is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal. This version from The Gluten-Free, Vegetarian Family Cookbook is packed with veggies, including vitamin-C rich spinach and onion. It’s also loaded with flavorful, calorie-free herbs including fresh parsley, basil, and tarragon.
Chickpea Pancake
Make savory pancakes gluten-free by using chickpea flour like in this recipe from Oh She Glows. This jumbo version offers 15 grams of vegan protein and the addition of salsa and avocado adds a Mexican flair as well as a dose of healthy fats and carotenoids. Slice the pancakes into wedges and serve them up in a bread basket!
Saffron Cauliflower Rice
The versatility of cauliflower never fails to impress us. This cauliflower “rice” recipe from Against All Grain is reminiscent of Spanish and Indian cuisines with the use of saffron and garam masala. Although most plain rice varieties are gluten-free, this creative recipe is a fun way to mix things up, while cauliflower provides about 45% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C per ½ cup serving.
Strawberry Beet Salad
This antioxidant-rich salad from A Spicy Perspective is bursting with juicy, seasonal strawberries and vibrant red beets — both great sources of folate. The shredded Brussels sprouts base adds an extra boost of fiber and vitamin C.
Sweet Potato and Sage Pull-Apart Rolls
Substitute cornbread and biscuits for a batch of warm, herby dinner rolls from Bread and Butter. These savory rolls can be made with gluten-free oat flour and either fresh or canned sweet potatoes, which are rich in vitamins A and C and a good source of fiber and potassium. If you don’t have sage on hand, you can swap in chopped rosemary or thyme leaves, which are just as flavorful.
If you’re sticking to a gluten-free diet or cooking for guests who are, going homemade is the easiest way to put together a meal — and there are many healthy (and delicious!) options to choose from. Since whole fruits and vegetables, beans, legumes, meat, fish, and poultry are naturally gluten-free, entrees are typically easy to whip up. With traditional bread, pasta, and most sauces and marinades off limits, the side dishes are where things can get tricky.
So in honor of Celiac Awareness Month, we’ve rounded up creative, tasty sides that pass the gluten-free test. Whether you’re watching your gluten intake or not, these delicious recipes are sure to be a hit!
Baked Veggie-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are one of the easiest sides to whip up and is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal. This version from The Gluten-Free, Vegetarian Family Cookbook is packed with veggies, including vitamin-C rich spinach and onion. It’s also loaded with flavorful, calorie-free herbs including fresh parsley, basil, and tarragon.
Chickpea Pancake
Make savory pancakes gluten-free by using chickpea flour like in this recipe from Oh She Glows. This jumbo version offers 15 grams of vegan protein and the addition of salsa and avocado adds a Mexican flair as well as a dose of healthy fats and carotenoids. Slice the pancakes into wedges and serve them up in a bread basket!
Saffron Cauliflower Rice
The versatility of cauliflower never fails to impress us. This cauliflower “rice” recipe from Against All Grain is reminiscent of Spanish and Indian cuisines with the use of saffron and garam masala. Although most plain rice varieties are gluten-free, this creative recipe is a fun way to mix things up, while cauliflower provides about 45% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C per ½ cup serving.
Strawberry Beet Salad
This antioxidant-rich salad from A Spicy Perspective is bursting with juicy, seasonal strawberries and vibrant red beets — both great sources of folate. The shredded Brussels sprouts base adds an extra boost of fiber and vitamin C.
Sweet Potato and Sage Pull-Apart Rolls
Substitute cornbread and biscuits for a batch of warm, herby dinner rolls from Bread and Butter. These savory rolls can be made with gluten-free oat flour and either fresh or canned sweet potatoes, which are rich in vitamins A and C and a good source of fiber and potassium. If you don’t have sage on hand, you can swap in chopped rosemary or thyme leaves, which are just as flavorful.
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