When it comes to whipping up a dinner that caters to everyone in the family, finding gluten-free options can feel like a treasure hunt. But hey, who says gluten-free can’t be deliciously satisfying? From zesty tacos to heartwarming casseroles (perfect for those Netflix nights), these 21 recipes might just make you forget gluten ever existed.
Steps
- Instant Pot Taco Pasta
- Begin by preparing the veggie-based, dairy-free nacho sauce using ground beef and taco seasoning.
- Cook the pasta in the Instant Pot, then combine it with the sauce for a quick and tasty meal.
- Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Pasta
- Roast the spaghetti squash until tender, which takes about 40 minutes.
- Prepare the spiced chicken and mix it with spaghetti squash and dairy-free herb ranch dressing.
- Thai Basil Beef
- Sauté ground beef with garlic, chiles, and a sauce made from coconut aminos.
- Add Thai basil or substitute with regular basil and anise for flavor, and cook until done in under 15 minutes.
- Roasted Garlic Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
- Roast an entire head of garlic until sweet and tender, then blend it with cottage cheese.
- Use this sauce over pasta or top with blackened spiced chicken for a unique Alfredo experience.
- Chicken Tray Bake with Potatoes and Meyer Lemon Olive Salsa
- Arrange chicken, potatoes, and salsa on a single sheet pan and bake until cooked through.
- The dish is enhanced by the Mediterranean flavors of Meyer lemon and olives, perfect for easy entertaining.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Healthy in a Hurry Taco seasoning
- Veggie-based dairy-free nacho sauce
- Pasta
- Spaghetti squash
- Buffalo spiced chicken
- Dairy-free herb ranch dressing
- Approved hot sauce (without sugar)
- Ground beef
- Garlic
- Chiles
- Coconut aminos
- Thai basil (or regular basil with anise/fennel)
- Head of garlic
- Cottage cheese
- Blackened spiced chicken (optional)
- Chicken
- Potatoes
- Meyer lemon olive salsa
FAQ
- What makes the Instant Pot Taco Pasta a quick and easy meal option?
- The Instant Pot Taco Pasta combines the comforting flavors of pasta and tacos and is made using an Instant Pot, which speeds up the cooking process and simplifies cleanup. This meal is inspired by classic Hamburger Helper dishes and Chili’s Skillet Queso, enhanced with a delicious veggie-based, dairy-free nacho sauce and ground beef.
- Is the Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Pasta suitable for a Whole30 diet?
- Yes, the Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Pasta can be made Whole30 compliant as long as you use an approved hot sauce without added sugar. This dish combines buffalo-spiced chicken with spaghetti squash and a dairy-free herb ranch dressing, making it both flavorful and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes.
- Can I substitute Thai basil in the Thai Basil Beef recipe?
- If you’re unable to find Thai basil, you can substitute it with regular basil and add a dash of anise or fennel to replicate the unique flavor of Thai basil. This dish is a quick and delicious option, ready in less than 15 minutes, and it’s also Whole30 compliant.
- What makes the Roasted Garlic Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce unique?
- This Alfredo sauce uses roasted garlic and creamy cottage cheese, creating a delicious and unconventional take on a classic sauce. Roasting the garlic transforms it into a sweet and tender ingredient that blends seamlessly with cottage cheese, resulting in a creamy sauce without the typical cottage cheese texture.
- How does the Chicken Tray Bake with Potatoes and Meyer Lemon Olive Salsa simplify meal preparation?
- This Mediterranean-inspired dish is a one-pan meal that uses a single sheet pan and bowl for preparation, minimizing cleanup. It features bright and refreshing flavors from the Meyer lemon olive salsa and is impressive enough for entertaining guests while being easy to prepare, aligning with Whole30 guidelines.
Tips
- For the Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Pasta, ensure you use a Whole30-approved hot sauce without sugar or make the recipe’s linked version to keep it compliant.
- When making the Thai Basil Beef, if you can’t find Thai basil, substitute with regular basil and add a dash of anise or fennel to mimic the traditional Thai basil flavor.
- When preparing the Roasted Garlic Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce, remember to roast the whole head of garlic. This enhances the garlic’s sweetness and tenderness, creating a delicious blend with the cottage cheese.
- The Chicken Tray Bake with Potatoes and Meyer Lemon Olive Salsa is an easy one-pan dish perfect for entertaining. Its simplicity allows you more time to enjoy with your guests while providing a taste of Mediterranean warmth.
Equipment
- Instant Pot – Required for making the Instant Pot Taco Pasta and Instant Pot Dairy-Free Chicken Broccoli Casserole.
- Blender or Food Processor – Needed for blending the Roasted Garlic Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce.
- Sheet Pan – Essential for the Chicken Tray Bake with Potatoes and Meyer Lemon Olive Salsa.
- Roasting Pan or Baking Dish – Useful for roasting garlic or baking dishes like the Chicken Tray Bake.
- Herb Grinder or Spice Grinder – May be helpful for grinding spices, like fennel or anise to mimic Thai basil flavor.
