10 Gluten-Free Mediterranean Diet Recipes To Liven Up Your Plate

If gluten goes a little too hard on your tummy, these gluten-free Mediterranean diet recipes are here to save the day. Each dish is full of coastal flavors, abides by the very veggie-full Mediterranean diet guidelines, and has none of the gluten. Whether you're searching for a healthy lunch or easy appetizer, these 10 meals are sure to knock your cravings right out of the park without weighing you down.

Brit + Co

Herbed Quinoa Bowls

Veggies and healthy grains are at the heart of the Mediterranean diet, so these quinoa bowls easily hit all the marks. They're adequately seasoned with garlic, parsley, coriander, and salt and pepper, with the option to bulk up your bite with a fried egg or another light protein source like tofu. (via Brit + Co)

Brit + Co

Gluten-Free Baked Avocado Fries

Avocados are full of healthy fats, which are essential for eating according to the Mediterranean diet. Make 'em a super fun after-work snack by coating them in a layer of gluten-free breadcrumbs, baking them, and serving alongside a spicy aioli dip! (via Brit + Co)

Clean Cuisine

Gluten-Free Spinach Quiche

This GF quiche is the ultimate meal prep recipe, since you'll be left with leftovers for days. Pack it full of veggies like spinach and tomatoes or even some feta cheese to channel more Mediterranean flavors in each bite. (via Clean Cuisine)

Averie Cooks

Smoky Roasted Chickpea Salad

Cold salads can get boring real quick, so if you're still looking for ways to get in a ton of veggies at once, try out this roasted chickpea salad. It's got protein, vitamins, and a tasty smoky flavoring! (via Averie Cooks)

Half Baked Harvest

Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Burrata

This gluten-free appetizer is unbelievably easy. Combine some cherry tomatoes with the balsamic dressing, let the mixture sit for half an hour, then serve atop a ball of burrata cheese. Each component complements the other in such a tasty way. (via Half Baked Harvest)

The Girl on Bloor

Chickpea Quinoa Power Salad

We love a colorful salad. This one is perfectly balanced, plus the homemade jalapeño dressing really ties it all together, giving it tons of flavor in each forkful. (via The Girl on Bloor)

Kathryn's Kitchen

Parmesan Zucchini Fries

These zucchini fries make such a yummy starter or side dish. They're quite painless to prepare – just chop the veg up, season, and bake. They get even better when you pair 'em with buttermilk ranch! (via Kathryn's Kitchen)

Vanilla and Bean

Quinoa Mango Black Bean Salad with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette

This dish brings forth sweet and savory! Plus, it's a bit heartier than your average lettuce-based salad. Quinoa forms the heart of this meal, with protein-rich black beans, mango, and crunchy pepitas joining the mix. (via Vanilla and Bean)

A Virtual Vegan

Gluten-Free Tabbouleh

Every bite of this gluten-free tabbouleh is so herby and fresh. The addition of tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion makes it certifiably Mediterranean! (via A Virtual Vegan)

Hello Little Home

Caprese Freekeh Salad

This Caprese salad is made more filling by adding in some cooked whole grain freekeh, so you can enjoy it as a light lunch or easy appetizer. (via Hello Little Home)

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