10 of Our Top Gluten-Free Plant-Based Recipes From February 2022!

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 February! They taste as great as they look.

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help you get healthy! 

1. Tostadas de Tinga

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Bold, spicy, and full of flavor, try this Tostadas de Tinga by Mitch and Justine Chapman made plant-based! Tender jackfruit is cooked down in spicy tomato salsa and served atop a crispy corn tortilla. And don’t forget fresh toppings like lettuce, crema, queso, and avocado!

2. Avocado Curry Noodles

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Healthy fats like avocado and coconut milk help us absorb nutrients, are vital for brain health, and are necessary when building flavor. If you’re intimidated by making your own curry paste, don’t be! For this Avocado Curry Noodles by Bailey Ruskus, All you do is throw a bunch of goodies into a food processor or blender and that’s it. This recipe comes together quickly and is a healthy weeknight meal.

3. Mediterranean Veggie Skewers with Chimichurri

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Just because we’re cookin’ with plants doesn’t mean our grills get the cold shoulder! This Mediterranean Veggie Skewers with Chimichurri by Bailey Ruskus is a staple in my house for many reasons! The marinade goes great on anything and I have been swooning over this chimichurri for years. I mean it when I say it’s the ultimate, as it’s amazing with bread, empanadas, and absolutely anything grilled. Bring this to your next family BBQ and you’ll have everyone asking you for your secret!

Reprinted with permission from Cook, Heal, Go Vegan! by Bailey Ruskus, Page Street Publishing Co. 2021. Photo credit: Bailey Ruskus

4. Chickpea Flour Muffins

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These Chickpea Flour Muffins by Maria Koutsogiannis are a perfect snack or breakfast when you’re running out the door. These savory Chickpea Flour Muffins are high in protein, vegan & gluten-free! One of my favorite chickpea flour recipes.

5. Raspberry and Peppermint Coconut Butter Hearts

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To create something beautiful and delicious, oftentimes you need only a couple of simple ingredients. These Raspberry and Peppermint Coconut Butter Hearts by Laine Rudolfa are completely wholesome but apart from that – these candy-size coconut butter hearts make a beautiful addition to any celebration and a gift (for yourself and others).

6. Raw Peppermint Oreos Dipped in Dark Chocolate

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This Raw Peppermint Oreos Dipped in Dark Chocolate by Emily von Euw for homemade peppermint Oreos is the BOMB yo. It’s great for when you want the most decadent Oreo on the planet, without the nasty stuff that comes in the store-bought brand. Plus, it tastes as good as the photos look, and I know y’all are freaking out over the photos. Basically, we’ve got chewy chocolate cookies sandwiching a peppermint vanilla coconut creme filling. Yupp. Oh right, then all of these homemade peppermint Oreos are dipped in chocolate, making them double chocolate. Can life get any better? Well, yeah, because these are also really good for you and easy to make. Okay, now life can’t get any better.

7. Spicy Carrot Smoothie with Bell Peppers

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This Spicy Carrot Smoothie with Bell Peppers by Em Von Ew is creamy, vibrant, carotene-packed bliss in a bowl.

Reprinted with permission from 125 Best Juices, Smoothies, and Healthy Snacks by Emily von Euw, Page Street Publishing Co. 2021. Photo credit: Emily von Euw

8. Maple Pecan Millet

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The maple pecan combo is classic for a reason and this nutritious-and-delicious millet porridge is always a hit at my house. As a bonus, this Maple Pecan Millet by Tara Weir is super easy to make and packed with micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants), fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein.

9. Bang Bang Spicy Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

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This Bang Bang Spicy Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps by Larice Feuerstein is a veganized version of the cajun classic. The crispy cornmeal and crumb coated cauliflower is baked to golden perfection before being tossed in a deliciously creamy and spicy sriracha-spiked sauce and wrapped up in Romaine lettuce. This healthy plant-based meal or appetizer has flavor, texture, and it’s incredibly easy to make.

10. Artichoke Pesto Zucchini Noodles

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These Artichoke Pesto Zucchini Noodles by Julie Zimmer is a simple, easy, and flavorful dish that can be served as a starter (entrée) or the main meal. Of course, you could make the same dish with pasta, but this healthy version is worth a try. It’s also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. Bon appétit!

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Unfortunately, dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects. 

For those interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend purchasing one of our many plant-based cookbooks or downloading the Food Monster App which has thousands of delicious recipes making it the largest vegan recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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