15 Clean Eating Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes

Dinner is a time to unwind and nourish your body after a long day. These 15 clean eating, gluten-free dinner recipes are designed to be both satisfying and healthy, helping you end your day on a high note.

The Perfect End to a Clean Eating Day

A clean eating dinner focuses on whole, unprocessed foods, providing your body with the nutrients it needs to repair and recharge overnight. A gluten-free dinner can aid in digestion and ensure a restful night’s sleep, especially for those with gluten sensitivities. These recipes are designed to be both delicious and easy to prepare, making healthy eating a sustainable part of your lifestyle.

Here are 15 clean eating, gluten-free dinner recipes to complete your day:

1. Baked Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

A complete and flavorful one-pan meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 1 lb mixed root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes), chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 tsp mixed dried herbs (rosemary, thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the vegetables with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.
3. Rub the chicken with the remaining olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper. Place on the baking sheet with the vegetables.
4. Top with lemon slices.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

2. Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles

A light and healthy take on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/4 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 large zucchinis, spiralized
• 1 cup marinara sauce

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, and Italian seasoning. Form into meatballs.
2. Brown the meatballs in a large skillet. Add the marinara sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
3. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the zucchini noodles.

3. Sheet Pan Fajitas

An easy and customizable dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast or steak, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Gluten-free tortillas and your favorite toppings (avocado, salsa, cilantro)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the chicken/steak, peppers, and onion with olive oil and spices.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
4. Serve with gluten-free tortillas and toppings.

4. Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa

A spicy and sweet combination that’s full of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp blackening seasoning
• For the salsa: 1 cup diced mango, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Rub the salmon with the blackening seasoning.
2. Cook in a hot skillet for 4-6 minutes per side.
3. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the salsa.
4. Serve the salmon topped with the mango salsa.

5. Vegan Coconut Curry

A creamy and fragrant curry that’s packed with vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed
• Cooked quinoa or brown rice for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the coconut oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
2. Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute.
3. Add the coconut milk, vegetables, and chickpeas. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Serve over quinoa or brown rice.

6. Shepherd’s Pie with Cauliflower Topping

A low-carb and comforting version of a classic dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground lamb or beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 head of cauliflower, steamed and mashed

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown the ground meat with the onion and carrots. Stir in the peas and beef broth, and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish.
4. Top with the mashed cauliflower.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.

7. Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Broccoli

A simple and quick dinner that’s full of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the broccoli with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
3. In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Sauté the garlic and red pepper flakes for a minute.
4. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
5. Serve the shrimp with the roasted broccoli.

8. Pork Chops with Apple Chutney

A sweet and savory dish that’s perfect for a fall evening.

Ingredients:

• 2 pork chops
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• For the chutney: 2 apples, diced; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes per side.
2. In a separate saucepan, combine all the ingredients for the chutney. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the apples are soft.
3. Serve the pork chops topped with the apple chutney.

9. Stuffed Acorn Squash

A beautiful and delicious vegetarian main course.

Ingredients:

• 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roast the acorn squash for 30-40 minutes, until tender.
3. In a bowl, mix the quinoa, walnuts, cranberries, and maple syrup.
4. Fill the squash halves with the quinoa mixture and bake for another 10 minutes.

10. Chicken Piccata

A classic Italian dish made gluten-free.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, pounded thin
• 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp capers

Instructions:

1. Dredge the chicken in the gluten-free flour.
2. Cook in a hot skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet.
3. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.

11. Beef and Broccoli Stir-fry

A quick and easy stir-fry that’s better than takeout.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos (or gluten-free soy sauce)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil. Add the beef and cook until browned.
2. Add the broccoli, coconut aminos, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

12. Roasted Red Pepper Pasta with Chicken Sausage

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish without the dairy.

Ingredients:

• 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained
• 1/2 cup cashews, soaked
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 8 oz gluten-free pasta, cooked
• 4 chicken sausages, cooked and sliced

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, cashews, and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth.
2. In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the red pepper sauce and sliced chicken sausage.

13. Thai Green Curry with Shrimp

A fragrant and spicy curry that’s quick to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tbsp green curry paste
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (bamboo shoots, bell peppers)
• Fresh basil and lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the coconut oil. Stir in the green curry paste and cook for a minute.
2. Add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
3. Add the shrimp and vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp is cooked through.
4. Serve with fresh basil and a squeeze of lime.

14. Eggplant Parmesan

A lighter, gluten-free version of a classic Italian-American dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant, sliced
• 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Dip the eggplant slices in the egg, then in a mixture of the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
3. Bake on a baking sheet for 20 minutes, flipping once.
4. In a baking dish, layer the eggplant, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake for another 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

15. Mediterranean Baked Fish

A simple and flavorful fish dish with Mediterranean ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 2 white fish fillets (cod, halibut)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the fish in a baking dish. Top with the tomatoes, olives, and artichoke hearts.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.