10 of Our Top Gluten-Free Plant-Based Recipes from February 2024!

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.

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1. Gluten Free Sugar Cookies with Vegan Royal Icing

Source: Gluten Free Sugar Cookies with Vegan Royal Icing

These gluten-sugar Sugar Cookies with Vegan Royal Icing by Robin Browne are the perfect balance between crispy and chewy. Top these cookies with some vegan royal icing to add a tad more sweetness and fun!

2. Sunflower Muesli 

Source: Sunflower Muesli

This Sunflower Muesli by Crissy Cavanaugh is about to be your new pantry staple. Pair it with almond milk or make it into overnight oats!

3. Arugula Hempseed Protein Shake

Source: Arugula Hempseed Protein Shake

This Arugula Hempseed Protein Shake by Zuzana Fajkusova and Nikki Lefler is a nutrient-dense smoothie made with simple ingredients, that will have you going strong all morning. It contains healthy, fiber-rich carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, and high-quality, alkaline-forming protein.

4. Vegetable Chana Curry (Vegan Chickpea Coconut Curry)

Source: Vegetable Chana Curry (Vegan Chickpea Coconut Curry)

Chickpeas (white chana) are an excellent source of plant-based protein. In Indian cuisine, they are commonly used to make a variety of curries and other dishes. This Vegetable Chana Curry (Vegan Chickpea Coconut Curry) by Hina Gujral is a typical modern-day creamy chickpea curry packed with vegetables and flavored with coconut milk—a wholesome, fulfilling curry perfect for the weeknight family dinner. Credit: Reprinted with permission from The 100 Best Curries for Your Instant Pot by Hina Gujral. Page Street Publishing Co. 2022. Photo credit: Hina Gujral.

5. Green Lentil Salad

Source: Green Lentil Salad

The Green Lentil Salad by Wendy Irene has a nice zip to it from vinegar, garlic, pepper, and onions. It is a dish that only gets tastier as the flavors develop in the fridge. Lentils are a great vegetarian source of protein that helps keep you satiated. They make a delicious lunch or dinner. The recipe makes a large batch so you have plenty for several lunches or dinners. Feel free to cut the recipe in half if you’d like fewer servings.

6. Zucchini Boats

Source: Zucchini Boats

These Zucchini Boats by Lena Novak are stuffed with Quinoa & Shiitake Mushrooms; and served with Pesto. Delicious! For this recipe, you’ll need some nice chubby zucchini.  The vegan zucchini boats are so tasty and will impress everyone at the table!

7. Zesty Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Source: Zesty Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Rice pilaf is a staple on many dinner tables and dining menus. But have you ever tried making pilaf with cauliflower rice? It’s light, refreshing, and only gets better with age. This Zesty Cauliflower Rice Pilaf by Carly Paige is an easy and flavorful side dish!

8. Methi Batākā Nu Shāk

Source: Methi Batākā Nu Shāk

This preparation of potatoes with methi (fenugreek leaves) comes from my mother-in-law. The aromatic and slightly bitter methi pairs perfectly with the spiced potatoes and crunchy cashews. If you can’t find methi, feel free to substitute cilantro or even spinach. Serve this Methi Batākā Nu Shāk by Sheil Shukla with Theplā or Khichadi.  Recipe from Plant-Based India: Nourishing Recipes Rooted in Tradition © Dr. Sheil Shukla, 2022. Reprinted by permission of The Experiment. Available everywhere books are sold.

9. Sea Buckthorn Orange Juice with Spinach and Ginger

Source: Sea Buckthorn Orange Juice with Spinach and Ginger

Sea buckthorn berries are a unique-tasting fruit. They are tart and sweet all at once and remind me of citrus . . . and candy! They offer a ton of vitamin C and thus pair well with the spinach in this recipe for maximum iron absorption. Try out this Sea Buckthorn Orange Juice with Spinach and Ginger by Em Von Ew! 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

10. Moroccan-Style Hummus

Source: Moroccan-Style Hummus

This Moroccan-Style Hummus by Courtney Klumper seems like one of those straightforward things that doesn’t require a recipe. Think of this as less of a recipe and more of a guide, with a couple of tips and tricks to lead you to your best hummus yet.

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