10 of Our Top Gluten-Free Plant-Based Recipes from May 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 May! They taste as great as they look.

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1. Salt and Vinegar Mac n’ Cheez Bites

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These Salt and Vinegar Mac n’ Cheez Bites by Annie Kimmelman are gluten-free, vegan, nut-free, AND soy-free. For vegan “junk food”, these bites are pretty dang healthy! The best part of these mac n’ cheez bites is the delicious, crunchy crumble coating them.

2. Balsamic Grilled Tofu Crostini

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Tofu is marinated in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and plenty of fresh Italian herbs and garlic before being beautifully grilled. Keep things simple by putting the grilled tofu on a lightly toasted crostini with a splash more of the marinade and a dash of salt. This Balsamic Grilled Tofu Crostini by Marta Ansaldo and Mimma Sangiorgio is perfect for serving as an appetizer!

3. Mocha Nice Cream

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For a sweet and refreshing plant-based treat, simply combine espresso powder, cacao, and frozen bananas to make this Mocha Nice Cream by Natalie Martin MS, RD and Lexie Staten MS, RD! Blend and enjoy!

4. Roasted Tomato and Herb Quiche

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This Roasted Tomato and Herb Quiche by Jessica DeMarra is a little more hands-on but worth it, especially if you’re making it to share with someone special. Feel free to substitute roasted sunflower seeds instead of pine nuts for a nut-free option (though I have not tested this version out). Fresh herbs and tomatoes shine in this summery breakfast, brunch, or anytime dish.

5. Strawberry Doughnuts With Jam Frosting

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These adorable strawberry doughnuts look just as scrumptious as any other doughnuts, but are actually healthier for you! They’re gluten-free, contain fruit and less sugar than your typical doughnuts, and are completely vegan. These Strawberry Doughnuts With Jam Frosting by Holly Jade can be eaten plain or add some whipped buttercream frosting and freeze-dried strawberry bits for added decadence and crunch!

6. Green Pea Fusilli Salad with Orange Citrus Vinaigrette

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Served as a meal or side dish, this Green Pea Fusilli Salad with Orange Citrus Vinaigrette by Julie Zimmer is refreshing and flavorful. It’s a salad that will fill you up but in a light kind way. It’s also easy to make. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and minerals, the green pea fusilli in this dish will also give you good-quality plant protein.

7. Mixed Berry and Tahini Chia Pudding

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Not only does this Mixed Berry and Tahini Chia Pudding by Tara Sunshine taste amazing, but it’s packed with antioxidants, fiber, healthy fats, and protein, too! Tahini is loaded with vitamins and minerals including calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, and iron

8. Gluten-Free Cashew Tempeh Pasta

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The Gluten-Free Cashew Tempeh Pasta by Wendy Irene makes a hearty-sized serving. The flavorful, creamy, nutty Asian-inspired cashew sauce with the stir-fried tempeh, peppers, and onions, along with the chewy pasta and fresh pop of peas is such a culinary treat. This recipe is a great change-up from the traditional weeknight pasta recipes.

9. Ombre Strawberries and Cream Pancakes 

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Looking for a trendy brunch idea? Look no further! These Ombre Strawberries and Cream Pancakes by Holly Jade are a beautiful rainbow of red and white, topped with coconut cream and strawberries, and ready for your social feeds. Plus, they taste great too.

10. Sheet Pan Ratatouille

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This Sheet Pan Ratatouille by Toni Okamoto does take a while from start to finish, but because the ratatouille is in the oven for the majority of that time, I still consider this a quick and easy dish! Unlike some ratatouille recipes that have you layer thinly sliced vegetables in an ornate spiral design, here the veggies are simply diced and tossed together on a sheet pan—no need to worry about your design or stand stirring a pot on the stove. There’s so much to love about ratatouille, especially its versatility. Try it atop rice, a hollowed-out roasted squash, or pasta, or spoon it over a thick slice of bread and top with your favorite vegan cheese. Excerpted from Plant-Based on a Budget: Quick and Easy (BenBella Books).

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