Healthy Eating

6 Amazing Gluten-Free Summer Dishes

Refreshing, gluten-free options can be difficult to find during hot weather, especially since many restaurants and cafes have such a limited number of options without wheat, barley, and rye.

In response to this need, a vibrant digital culture has sprung up around gluten-free recipes and how-to guides, which will enable you to create some terrific dishes right at home. Here are six of the most popular, scrumptious gluten-free summer meals that people have shared online.

1. Spaghetti squash pasta

That bulbous, yellow squash that many people overlook at the supermarket is actually a great gluten-free and low-carb alternative to pasta. With nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and dietary fiber, spaghetti squash can be topped with gluten-free pesto or tomato sauce for a quick and easy meal.

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2. Roasted pear and arugula salad

Feeling sluggish on a hot summer day? It’s time for a refreshing salad. Pick up some pears, garlic, and arugula from your local supermarket or farmers market and put together this delightful meal. Bake bits of Bartlett pears with sugar and butter, then mix them with pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, greens, and cranberries for a complex, roasted flavor.

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3. Lasagna

The noodle layers can be completely omitted from your favorite lasagna recipes. Stack pasta sauce, eggplant, zucchini, cheese, mushroom, and beef in alternating layers inside a baking pan to create a savory meal. Alternatively, you can find gluten-free lasagna noodles for sale at specialty stores or online retail outlets.

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4. Ratatouille risotto

Arborio rice, the main ingredient of risotto dishes, is both filling and gluten-free. Mix it in a pan with zucchini, eggplant, balsamic vinegar, basil, and white wine for a mouth-watering dish for lunch or supper. This recipe is easily customizable, so play with the ingredients, and add the vegetables you enjoy the most.

5. Bacon-wrapped trout and pesto

Many people on a gluten-free diet find themselves replacing pasta and bread with meat options. Luckily, this bacon-wrapped trout dish can satisfy your cravings; it provides necessary proteins and Omega-3 acids. Simply rub trout filets with salt, pepper, and pesto. Wrap them in a few slices of bacon and cook in a skillet until the meat is lightly browned.

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6. Grilled pork tenderloin

This simple dish can be prepared with any number of vegetable sides, including carrots, peas, sauteed mushrooms, or asparagus. Let the tenderloin sit in a marinade for six to 24 hours for the best flavor.

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The summer is a great season to experiment with new gluten-free snacks and meals. Introduce more nutrients to your diet and discover new flavors. You can search the web for hundreds of gluten-free options that won’t upset your digestive tract.

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