Below you will find the best 20+ Gluten Free Sides recipes to get creative! This comprehensive list of gluten free side dish recipes includes vegetables, salads, potato, rice and pasta options.
Whether you're looking for gluten free sides for Thanksgiving, what to pair with your weekly dinner, or just plain curious, there's an option here for you! Some of these dishes may be additionally vegan, vegetarian, and/or dairy-free but all are gluten free!
Whether you're celiac, gluten intolerant, gluten-free for preference, or just looking for new side dish recipes, here you're bound to find something new, exciting, healthy and gluten free!
Best Gluten Free Side Dish Recipes
Vegetables
- Glazed Carrots
- Charred Green Beans
- Healthy Street Corn
- Fajita Veggies
- Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
- Garlic Lemon Asparagus
- Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potato
Salads
- Vegan Potato Salad with Dill
- Lemony Kale and Spinach Salad
- Simple Arugula and Spinach Salad
- Kale Quinoa Salad
- Mexican Avocado Salad
- Citrus Arugula Salad
- Kale Apple Salad
- Watermelon Mint Salad
Potatoes, Pasta + Rice
- Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes
- Mexican Potatoes
- Mexican Rice
- Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries
- Gluten Free Pasta Salad
- Gluten Free Spring Veggie Pasta
Vegetable Recipes
Glazed Carrots
Roasted Maple Balsamic Glazed Carrots Recipe
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Roasted tender carrots tossed in a maple and balsamic glaze. This easy carrot recipe is so flavorful and makes a beautiful presentation topped with pomegranate seeds. A delicious side dish with fresh simple ingredients to pair with your main course!
Charred Green Beans
Mexican Green Beans with Salsa
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Mexican green beans are an easy side dish and only take 15 minutes to make! Charred green beans tossed with chunky salsa. Makes a great side for your Mexican inspired main course!
Healthy Street Corn
Healthy Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)
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This Healthy Mexican Street Corn is no mayo, no butter and all the flavor. Charred corn on the cob, freshly squeezed lime juice, topped with chili lime salt, cilantro and a sprinkle of cotija cheese. It’s the lighter, healthier version of the traditional Mexican Elotes recipe.
Fajita Veggies
Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat)
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Delicious sautéed peppers and onions seasoned with the perfect blend of spices so you can have Chipotle copycat burritos, fajitas, and tacos at home!
Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
The Best Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
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These Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are the BEST sweet and salty side dish to add to your meal plan. All you need is 5 ingredients to make.
Garlic Lemon Asparagus
20-Minute Garlic Lemon Asparagus
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This Quick Garlic Lemon Asparagus is fresh, earthy, cheesy, and zesty! The perfect side dish. You can also use this same recipe for all your green vegetables!
Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potato
25-Minute Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potatoes
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This Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potatoes recipe uses simple ingredients to bring out the natural flavors of the vegetables.
Salad Recipes
Vegan Potato Salad with Dill
Easy Vegan Potato Salad with Dill
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This Easy Vegan Potato Salad is made with no mayonnaise or eggs, and is full of bright and fresh flavor! Potatoes and brussels sprouts coated in a mustard dill dressing make a great vegan side dish. It’s the best vegan potato salad!
Lemony Kale and Spinach Salad
Lemony Kale and Spinach Salad
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This simple fresh kale and spinach salad tossed in a light lemon dressing is perfect for a side salad or larger dinner salad topped with your favorite proteins!
Simple Arugula and Spinach Salad
Simple Arugula and Spinach Salad
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This simple Spinach and Arugula Salad recipe has fresh baby spinach and peppery arugula with a light balsamic vinaigrette. This is a great side salad, and can also be made into a light lunch.
Kale Quinoa Salad
Kale Quinoa Salad with Orange Ginger Dressing
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This kale quinoa salad is topped with a flavorful orange ginger dressing to take it to the next level! It is the perfect thing to meal prep.
Mexican Avocado Salad
Fresh Mexican Avocado Salad
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Light, refreshing and delicious Mexican avocado salad. Only four fresh ingredients to make the easiest, best side dish for any time of year.
Citrus Arugula Salad
Citrus Arugula Salad
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This winter Citrus and Arugula Salad with juicy citrus and spicy arugula makes the perfect colorful salad to brighten up the winter months!
Kale Apple Salad
Kale Fennel Dried Fig Salad with Lemon Chive Dressing
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A simple crunchy and hearty vegan salad of kale, shaved fennel and apples with dried figs. This Kale Fennel Apple Salad is done in under 15-minutes and is the perfect match for a bright lemon and chive salad dressing. (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
Watermelon Mint Salad
Tajín Watermelon Mint Salad
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Fresh watermelon, chili lime seasoning, mint and lime juice. This Tajin Watermelon Mint Salad is the most refreshing and light side dish and salad. Under 15-minutes total and easy to make-ahead. Naturally vegan, paleo, Whole30.
Potato, Pasta and Rice Recipes
Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes
Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes
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These creamy Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes are a lightened up version of classic mashed potatoes. Made without milk or cream, and just a dab of butter. This is a great gluten-free side dish to pair with your main course! Ready in 30 minutes.
Mexican Potatoes
Mexican Breakfast Potatoes
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Mexican breakfast potatoes make an easy, tasty, and filling breakfast! These potatoes are creamy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated in a Mexican spice blend. This versatile dish can be eaten alone, added to eggs, served in a burrito, or used as a side in a big breakfast or brunch spread.
Mexican Rice
Vegan Mexican Rice
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This easy vegan Mexican rice recipe is the perfect side dish to your Mexican spread. This flavorful and fluffy rice is seasoned with fresh tomatoes, onion, and garlic salt. Serve it alongside black beans or as the base to burrito bowls. Ready in under 30 minutes, vegan, and gluten free.
Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries
Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries
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Crispy and delicious Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries are the perfect side dish or snack! These homemade sweet potato fries are baked to perfection with crispy edges and tender insides. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce.
Gluten Free Pasta Salad
Protein Pasta Salad (Gluten Free + Vegetarian)
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This Protein Pasta Salad is packed with Greek inspired flavors and protein! Plus it's gluten free and vegetarian! Quick pickled red onions and tomatoes add an acidic kick balanced out by a creamy lemon mint dressing. This simple recipe can be made in advance, enjoyed as a main dish for a light dinner, or side dish and is even great for meal prep.
Gluten Free Spring Veggie Pasta
Spring Vegetarian Pasta with Butter Sauce
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This pasta with spring vegetables of pea and asparagus is light, bright and delicious. A vegetarian pasta dish that takes under 30-minutes. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meatless dinner and is also gluten free!
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