Special Diet Recipes and Dishes

This is a vegan take on the classic avgolemono soup. An excellent winter soup, this is jam-packed with vitamins, protein, and flavor. Great for those feeling under the weather or for anyone looking for a deliciously light evening meal.

I've been trying to incorporate meatless dinners into our weeks. This was a great beef and broccoli recipe, with all of the flavor and none of the beef. It's a great vegetarian recipe that will please even the most staunch meat lovers. And it's quick and easy too!

Paleo, Whole30-compliant ingredients, dairy-free, gluten-free, and delicious. Sweet potato biscuits made with almond flour and coconut oil that everyone will love. A simple and easy recipe.

Making the switch to vegetarian eating has so many benefits for so many people that it's a shame when people don't stick with it because they simply don't have the support or resources to keep going. Here are ten tips to help you maintain balance and moderation when making the switch, provide positive reinforcement to help make your choice stick, and get connected to some terrific support resources. Eat well. Be healthy. Be happy.

Summer BBQ and cookout time is here! As you gather with family and friends to spend more time together outdoors, a little bit of extra planning and vigilance will go a long way, so that you can safely enjoy the gathering while managing your food allergies.

Information regarding gluten free vegan food with an example of straightforward meals for one day.

No time to cook? No worries! You can have a pizza ready in about 30 minutes, with minimal prep, using this simple recipe.

A really easy and tasty recipe for chocolate muffins that uses no sugar or artificial sweeteners.

8 easy protein options for vegetarians. A great way to provide protein for your vegetarian friends and family.

Three of my favorite Weight Watchers pasta recipes. These are my modifications for spaghetti pie, lasagna rolls, and chicken broccoli fettuccine.

The best substitutes for lemon in desserts, salads, and entrees. Don't let your allergy or intolerance keep you from eating your favorite foods!

This quick, healthy, and delicious filling vegetarian Tex-Mex dinner is sure to please everyone (even the meatiest meat eater).

If you've never had quinoa pasta before, you are in for a surprise. Quinoa is a powerhouse ingredient chocked full of protein and vitamins. Read more for healthy pasta recipes using gluten-free quinoa pasta.

This is a low-carb cheesy beer bread recipe. Info about flax seed, flaxseed meal, and flax oil is included, along with photos.

Are you looking for something different than the run of the mill kale chips? How about brussels sprout chips? Raw, easy to make, nutritious and extremely tasty. You'll fall in love with these chips!

An easy homemade protein bar recipe. Each bar contains 20g protein. No bake protein bars which you can complete in only 40 minutes. Great before or after workouts or as a high protein healthy snack.

How environment, circumstance and mind-set has affected my eating habits.

Don't miss out on blueberry muffins just because you avoid eggs or milk! This recipe is bursting full of berry flavor, with subtle hints of lemon, finished with a sweet topping to add dimension.

Almond milk contains many beneficial vitamins and minerals. For those who cannot consume dairy due to allergies or an intolerance, almond milk is a great alternative. It is even considered by some to be a superior beverage.

Without the necessary flour for our pie crusts, we had to get creative! An internet search found so many options it was hard to choose. The best ingredient we had in the pantry was almonds.

Are you a vegetarian who still craves the taste of good old fashioned British fish and chips? Crave no more, for here is a great tasting recipe using halloumi cheese as a fish substitute. Lovely crisp batter, chunky chips, drenched in salt and vinegar, is there any better meal, I think not.

The vegan choices I have made this past year and a half have changed my life. I get plenty of protein with beans and nuts plus more vegetables and fruits than I ever used to consume. It's a good choice for me.

When people find out I'm a soy milk user, they've often said they'd like to switch from dairy milk, but can't get used to soy. I really really enjoy my soy products now, but it did take a while to get used to them. Here are my tips for inducing...

My own delicious gluten-free scones recipe. Try the cheese or fruit variations, or make a delicious g-free 'cobbler' topping for savory pies.

No eggs or dairy, but all the taste. This is NOT the tasteless "wacky cake" or "crazy cake" recipe that is all over the internet. This cake is far superior. Your guests will enjoy it too!

This dairy free chocolate cake recipe heralds from the Great Depression, when milk, butter, and eggs were too expensive for use in desserts. Wacky cake is vegan and dairy free.

Eating a Paleo diet breakfast does not mean eggs every morning! Try a delicious and healthy Pumpkin Pancakes!

If you're looking for an easy side dish for a weeknight meal, or perhaps for a decadent weekend treat, look no further. These whipped potatoes are perfectly loaded with vegan cream and butter, as well as just enough spice to be the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Step-by-step instructions and demonstration video on how to make a gluten-free pizza using a sweet-potato crust instead of yeast and flour.

No eggs, dairy, or nuts in these beautiful donuts that look, taste, and smell like they came from a donut shop!

This tasty, meatless brunch is perfect for lazy Sundays. Serve with whole wheat toast and fresh fruit or 100% juice to make it a balanced meal.

Ways to reduce sugar while still enjoying some sweetness in your life: tips that are easy to follow.

This bitter gourd curry with peanut masala is spicy, flavorful, and wonderful for those with diabetes. The dish pairs well with steamed rice and curd rice.

Are you gluten-free and also trying to eat healthily? This recipe is great for those who are trying to cut back on sugar but aren't avoiding it altogether.

If you are looking for a healthy alternative to pesto sauce, try my vegan pesto sauce. This delicious vegan pesto sauce includes nutritional yeast, a cheese substitute with vitamins and protein!

Here are my three favorite Weight Watchers dessert recipes: Mandarin gelatin yogurt, strawberry pineapple sherbet, and chocolate peanut butter ice cream treats.

This energy bar recipe is easy to make and does not require any cooking! Delicious and nutritious energy bar recipe that does not contain sugar.

These apple walnut hermit cookies are vegan—made without eggs or dairy. To me, they summon up everything I love to remember of the eggy, spicy, yummy, munchy, cakey hermit cookies of my past non-vegan life.

Eating a vegetarian diet doesn't have to be boring. There are many great recipes out there for those of us who choose to be vegetarian. Even those of us who do not follow a vegetarian diet can benefit from these recipes, however. Statistics show...

An old-school recipe from another time, and yet it fits perfectly with the modern vegan diet.

A 7-day meal plan for those on a gluten-free and wheat-free diet. If you have celiac disease and need help with ideas on gluten-free meals, this article will give you 4 gluten-free meals for each day of the week.

You don't need wheat flour to have a scrumptious chocolate cake for dessert at your next party or family gathering. This cake is a crowd-pleaser that all of your family and friends can enjoy.

This is a tasty vegetarian kheema masala dish using high-protein soya granules instead of meat. A recipe video is included.

A very tasty recipe for gluten free nut burgers that is high in nutrients, good for anyone with high cholesterol and reduces your risk of developing diabetes. Includes nutritional information.

This Chinese-inspired dish is kosher, gluten-free, dairy-free, and can even be adapted for a vegan diet. It's delicious, easy, and nutritious.

This article includes a recipe for making wheat gluten food, also known as seitan, in the traditional way.

Corn tortillas are nutritious and great for a gluten-free diet. Since some commercially-produced corn tortillas contain gluten, though, your safest bet is to make them at home. How do you make corn tortillas from scratch? Where can you purchase the right type of corn? What is lime? In this article you will find the answers to all your questions plus step-by-step instructions for making tortillas. Also included are recipes for using your delicious homemade tortillas.

A wholesome, versatile, gluten-free recipe that is so tasty you won't believe how easy it was to make!

There are several types of non-dairy milk. Learn what the options are and how they stack up against one another.

Many restaurants now offer gluten free dining. Is it just marketing? Find out which restaurants may be safe for people with gluten allergies and which ones to avoid.

A protein foods list for vegetarians include dairy, legumes, nuts, seeds and other plant foods. Provides a variety of protein rich foods and includes grams per serving.

Paleo Muesli is a grain-free, gluten-free, and even dairy-free alternative to regular cereals. It is delicious, fast and easy to make, and absolutely healthy!

Vine ripened tomatoes, vintage parmesan cheese, sauteed vegetables, and fresh, home-grown herbs combine to make a delicious summer pie.

Looking for an easy, healthy weeknight meal? This savory recipe is inexpensive, filling, and because it uses only one pot, clean-up is a breeze.

Learn valuable tips to baking with gluten-free flour. Gluten-free baking does not have to be intimidating. Easy and useful tips.

Tips for eating vegetarian at fast food restaurants. Vegetarian menu items that are available at national chains. List of items vegetarians should avoid.

A vegan meal that is simple and delicious!

Torn between two loves? I want to love meat AND eat like a vegetarian. Can I manage both? Let's talk about it!

This vegetarian, kosher, gluten-free, 21 day fix recipe is a fun twist on traditional stuffed peppers. With a few minor tweaks, it can also be vegan and dairy-free. It's simple to make and tastes incredible!

Now those with milk and egg allergies or restrictions can enjoy homemade, thin, and crispy oatmeal cookies. The crunchy texture is full of whole grain deliciousness, making a very satisfying treat!

Excellent vegan-friendly veggie burger recipe adapted from the Blue Plate Diner classic, featured on Guy Fieri's "Diners Drive-Ins and Dives." This is a bean-based burger that is tasty and filling. Try it out, then put your own spin on it!

Dear readers, take heart! If you are looking for a tasty and safe way out of this gluten maze, these 14 cookbooks can save you lots of dough while making gluten your bitch.

A healthy and delicious recipe for carrot cake, made with no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. This cake is suitable for diabetics.

The pros and cons of embracing a vegan lifestyle aren't always obvious. Here's what I've learned since going vegan a year a half ago, along with a couple of suggestions and recipes.

Learn how to bake gluten-free and dairy-free strawberry shortcake!

The keto diet can be hard when you're used to eating carbs, but this simple keto-friendly bread can satisfy your carb cravings. This recipe takes only 90 seconds in the microwave!

Great recipes for yellow squash and zucchini, all with low carb counts - even fried squash and fried zucchini. You won’t miss the carbs! Photos included.

Delicious low calorie lunch recipes for those who need gluten free food. Quick and easy to make meals.

No eggs, dairy, or nuts in these huge, gooey cinnamon rolls that look, taste, and smell like they came from that chain store at the mall! Your family will drop whatever they are doing and run to the kitchen when they smell these!

Ideas, hints and tips on ways that plant-based foods can incorporate into your day-to-day diet.

One more than a baker's dozen of fun, creative, and peanut-free desserts delight kids' taste buds. Make a peanut-free treat that will put a smile on the face of any child with food allergies. Take a look at my recipe suggestions.

These brownies are (relatively) inexpensive, easy to make, delicious, and 100% gluten free. My daughter, a gluten-intolerant 2nd-degree black belt, eats them before workouts and takes them to overseas competitions.

A tasty, healthy, low-carb cracker recipe! These crackers are great, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly. Photos included.

Are you allergic to soy sauce, sensitive to gluten, or watching your carbs? In this gluten-free and soy-free recipe, we use cauliflower instead of rice and Chinese Five Spice instead of soy sauce. If you're looking for alternatives to your typical fried rice, give this recipe a try.

When you are vegan and love sandwiches, the problem is what to put inside. Here are a few solutions I've found that work very well for vegan sandwiches.

Whole-grain flour, applesauce, and almond butter make for a moist, nutritious zucchini bread. Toast it; add a dab of vegan buttery spread. Absolutely delicious and totally guilt-free!

Recipe for homemade vegan sausages made using beans. These sausages are also wheat-, egg-, milk-, soya-, and nut-free so they are suitable for a range of special dietary requirements.

Textured vegetable protein is a processed product that has a high protein content and is usually made from soybeans. It's a useful food for vegans but is controversial.

Gluten intolerance can be a serious condition in people with celiac disease. Luckily, many gluten-free flours are available. I use some of these in my pumpkin muffin recipe.

How do vegetarians get enough protein without eating meat? How much protein does a person actually need? And what meatless and dairy-free options are available?

Gluten free cookies don't have to be hard as rocks and taste bland. This review of five gluten free chocolate chip cookie mixes gives you the skinny before you make your purchase. Thumbs up: Jules.

These moist and delicious muffins are low fat, low carb, and sugar free. Give them a try, and you will be delighted!

Not your typical quesadilla recipe! A meal that satisfies vegetarians, but with enough flavor and body to make any meat eater want more.

This recipe is an adaptation of a traditional German flourless hazelnut cake that my family of Paleo eaters indulges in. It is a diabetic-friendly and tasty alternative to regular cake.

As the temperature drops and the nights draw in, I invite you to try my favorite vegan comfort food recipes.

Baking your own bagels at home means you know exactly what when into them. These are vegan, easy to make, and delicious!

If you love a soup with a thick and creamy texture and a potent tomato and basil flavor, this is going to make your taste buds have a party in your mouth! The best part is that the soup is made completely from vegetables and herbs, accomplishing that impossibly creamy texture without any cream.

This delectable ice cream recipe uses chia seeds to emulsify the other ingredients in a high-power blender. You will enjoy healthy, plant-based ice cream that tastes better than the "real thing."

Salad dressings are easy to make, and I have compiled a collection of the 10 healthiest and best-tasting salad dressing recipes for you. Don't buy the ones at the store—make your own today!

Looking for something quick and healthy for lunch or a light dinner? This vegan mango salsa wrap is fresh, delicious, healthy and can be made in less than 30 minutes!

Learn to make chewy, fudgy, gluten-free brownies from scratch. This recipe is quick & easy and makes brownies lots yummier than those you get from a box mix!

For most Americans, the most popular bagel topping is cream cheese. But vegans must find alternative toppings for their morning breakfast. Here are some delicious vegan options for you.

Great substitutes for fresh tomatoes, red sauces, BBQ sauce, crushed tomatoes, and more. From soups to sandwiches to pizzas and chili, there is always a substitute you can use.

This is a banana bread that even people who aren't gluten free will enjoy. It is flavorful, moist, and is great for breakfast, dessert, or any time of the day.

Gluten-free cereals are harder to find at the grocery store than you might think. It isn't simply a matter of checking a label to make sure it doesn't have wheat, barley, or rye on the label. Here are a list of cereals that are gluten-free and some places that you can get them.

A luscious vegan, dairy-free ice cream recipe bursting with the flavor of ripe bananas, maple-syrup glazed walnuts, and dark chocolate. Unsweetened coconut milk and coconut cream make it super creamy.

Neufchatel cheese and fresh fruit make this low-carb dessert a real Valentine's day winner!

Enjoy an unusually savory vegetarian red beans and rice recipe, tested in our kitchens and loved in our homes.

Quorn recently released a new line of vegetarian sausages. I used their chicken and apple in this recipe. It is something different and definitely tasty!

Tamales are ridiculously easy to make, using this veganized recipe for basic masa, plus an assortment of yummy filling ideas.