By: Author Joy Shull
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24 gluten free vegetarian dinner ideas for delicious weeknight cooking!
While I have been a vegetarian for years, it was not until recently that I had to give up gluten for health reasons.
To be both vegetarian and gluten free can seem intimidating at first.
Luckily I have a lot of experience with gluten free cooking!
Not to say it is not difficult to get adjusted to eating gluten free.
There is gluten in so many things that you do not think about.
As a vegetarian, I sometimes relied on convenience frozen fake meats, which are also now not an option.
Most contain gluten, so I have had to become even more creative in the kitchen!
How do I eat a gluten free vegetarian diet?
Here are some staples for your pantry:
- brown rice
- white rice
- quinoa or other grains
- brown rice pasta
- other favorite gluten free pasta
- beans
- tofu
- fresh fruits and vegetables
- store bought gluten free foods like tortillas, chips, bread
These are just a few of my must haves.
You can create so many delicious gluten free vegetarian recipes just from the list above.
It will take some getting used to, but you don’t have to compromise flavor with this lifestyle!
What can you eat if you’re vegan and gluten free?
Many of the recipes listed below are both vegan and gluten free.
To make a recipe vegan, either substitute a vegan equivalent (like vegan cheese), or omit it all together if the recipe can do without it.
And p.s. – be sure to try these best ever vegan gluten free chocolate chip cookies!
If you find yourself needing gluten free vegetarian dinners, you are not alone and you can do it!
Below are 24 different ideas for easy and delicious meatless gluten-free dinners.
For your sweet tooth, here’s a list of 27 gluten free dessert recipes!
24 meatless gluten free dinner recipes to try this week! From tofu stir fry noodles to mexican rice casserole to vegetarian bolognese, there are so many easy gluten free vegetarian dinners!
Tofu Stir Fry Noodles
This tofu stir fry noodles recipe is vegan, gluten free, and packed full of your favorite takeout flavor made at home! Crispy tofu and perfectly cooked crunchy veggies make every bite perfect.
Crazy good loaded veggie nachos recipe topped with homemade nacho cheese sauce and all of the fixings!
Vegetarian Mexican Casserole
Hearty and delicious vegetarian mexican casserole recipe. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and crunchy tortilla chips to dip!
Vegan Burrito Bowl
Homemade vegan burrito bowl recipe with fresh corn salsa and the best homemade guacamole! It's better than Chipotle!
Vegetable Bolognese Recipe
Vegetable bolognese recipe made with mushrooms, carrots, celery, garlic, and onion. A delicious meatless vegetarian "meat" sauce recipe. Serve over your favorite gluten free pasta of choice.
Stir Fry Vegetables
Stir fry vegetables recipe with homemade stir fry sauce. Everyone goes crazy for this recipe!
Vegetable and Rice Casserole
Easy rice and vegetable rice casserole that tastes like a million bucks! Perfect dinner or side dish recipe to feed a crowd.
Broccoli Tofu Stir Fry
Broccoli tofu stir fry recipe made in just one pan. A healthy alternative to takeout in a rich garlicky sauce with fresh broccoli
Sweet Potato Tacos
Easy and delicious sweet potato tacos with black beans and fresh cilantro. Serve in gluten free flour tortillas for an easy and delicious dinner!
Mexican Quinoa Enchilada Bake
Easy and healthy mexican quinoa enchilada bake recipe packed full of flavor!
Easy Vegan Taco Bake
This easy vegan taco bake will be your new go to recipe for a quick dinner! You only need 5 minutes to prep it for the oven!
Tofu Mexican Rice Casserole
Easy vegetarian protein packed tofu mexican rice casserole. Hidden tofu adds protein to this super delicious mexican must have.
Cauliflower Tofu Fried Rice
this cauliflower tofu fried rice is secretly grain free, gluten free, and vegan!
Vegetarian Burrito Bowl Recipe
Make this easy vegetarian burrito bowl recipe for your next taco Tuesday!
Sweet Chili Tofu Bowls
Meal Prep Sweet Chili Tofu Bowls with brown rice, garlic, red bell pepper, and carrots. A delicious vegan or vegetarian meal!
Sweet Potato Brown Rice Casserole
Sweet Potato Brown Rice Casserole made with greek yogurt, mushrooms, spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, and cheddar cheese - a hearty vegetarian comfort food recipe. No cream of anything soup!
Easy Enchilada Tofu Burrito Bowls
Easy enchilada tofu burrito bowls recipe with homemade guacamole and fresh tomato salsa. A delicious meatless vegan dinner recipe for Mexican night.
Vegan Chickpea Stirfry Bowl
Vegan chickpea stirfry bowl recipe with baby corn and water chestnuts. Serve over sticky white rice for the ultimate takeout at home experience!
Vegetarian Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Vegetarian mexican stuffed sweet potatoes
Honey Ginger Tofu Stir Fry
Honey ginger tofu stir fry with sugar snap peas, mushrooms, and carrots
