Special Diet Recipes and Dishes

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

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

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.

This is a quick curry that gives you a finger-licking experience. Baby corn is the main ingredient. The addition of onions, capsicum, and tomatoes complement the taste.

Many people think of adopting a vegetarian diet as an inherently difficult act of self-denial. But with interest growing in the Mediterranean diet, vegetarian no longer means bland and boring.

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...

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.

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.

A day of gluten-free vegan meals including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

How to turn bland-tasting foods into delicious meals by adding small amounts of flavor-enhancing products.

Cooked incorrectly, tofu can turn out slimy and flavorless. My special method uses dry-frying and marinating, resulting in firm, flavorful tofu that leaves even meat-eaters impressed.

Pamela's Gluten Free Bread Mix is very versatile, producing consistent bagels, bread, pizza crust, and pancakes. If you're looking for a gluten free flour mix, try Pamela's Bread Mix.

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

A creamy and hearty dish, perfect for using up leftovers on a cold day!

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

This recipe uses whole spelt flour, liquid sugar substitute, and contains no eggs. It is great for people suffering from diabetes or who have trouble digesting wheat, but it is not suitable for those who are gluten intolerant.

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.

Guernsey Bean Jar is a traditional dish that originated in the British Channel Island of Guernsey. Whilst normally containing beef and pork, this recipe is a vegetarian version.

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

Enjoy this healthy and meatless Mexican meal tonight! Learn about its nutritious star ingredient - sweet potatoes. Also learn how to make your own quick enchilada sauce that cuts way back on sodium.

If you're looking for information on how to get started on a gluten-free diet, here's a basic guide of foods to avoid, gluten-free ingredient substitution and helpful tips for going gluten-free.

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.

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.

There are now more non-dairy ice cream options widely available than ever before. Here are my very favorites.

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!

A juicy steak, mushrooms, and a delicious layered peanut butter dessert. What can sound more appetizing than that? It's one that men, women, and even children will enjoy.

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.

This healthy recipe is pretty close to Taco Bell's Mexican pizza—but full of veggies. It's surprisingly easy to make, and it's kosher! This took under an hour to make start to finish, from scratch. It's gluten-free and fits into my container counts for 21-day fix.

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.

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.

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!

Knol-khol is a crunchy, low-calorie, low-fat, cholesterol-free vegetable. It is high in fiber and vitamins. This spicy curry has a hot and tangy tomato gravy. This pairs well with flat breads.

Find a flavorful recipe for a meatless meal. A combination of spinach, cheese, and kidney beans (accompanied by a simple, fresh salsa) makes these quesadillas a great addition to any weekly meal plan.

A 7 day meal plan for those on a gluten 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.

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

This is a protein-rich curry that has a rich cashew-nut flavor. Adding a few vegetables and some soya chunks make it colorful and healthier. Serve this curry with pancakes or with fried rice.

Tomato soup is my all-time favorite: I love to make different types of soups with tomatoes. This tomato soup is vegan and extremely appetizing. The Tahini adds a good nutty flavor and, the basil adds freshness to this pureed winter soup.

My version of a Buddha bowl is vegan, and suitable for 21 Day Fix as well. It is gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher, and can be easily tweaked to be low-carb. An easily customizable dish, this will satisfy the fussiest eaters.

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.

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

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.

Three vegan burger recipes to suit all tastes. Easy to make and protein-packed, these burgers can be made from tempeh, tofu or soya mince. They can be served hot or cold.

Low carb, keto friendly recipe for lasagna stuffed mushrooms with ground beef, cheeses, spinach, and marinara sauce.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

Better tasting than any gluten-full vanilla cake you've ever had, guaranteed!

An easy recipe for burgers that uses leftover risotto. In this recipe tasks are divided up between adults and children to make cooking with kids easy and fun! Also contains variations for anyone with allergies to gluten, nuts, dairy produce or eggs, and for vegans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

An excellent gluten-free substitute for either white whole-wheat or whole-wheat pastry flour. It has double the protein and fiber compared to commercial gluten-free baking flour alternatives.

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!

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.

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

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.

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!

Sweet mango, savory turkey, and crunchy cashews blend together to make a gluten-free main dish salad.

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!

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.

This French recipe makes a superb pizza pie variant of it, with a wonderful sweetness granted by tomatoes and onions, complemented by salty anchovies and olives.

My garbanzo banana bread is a new treat that bakes up dense and hearty, yet still delicious. GF and milk free, this chick pea flour bread suits many peoples' needs and tastes.

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

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

This recipe is an excellent alternative to fast food or take out. It's super simple to prepare, inexpensive, and satisfying!

This is the perfect keto recipe if you are looking for yummy comfort food on a cold evening at home. Makes great leftovers, too. Try making a chili omelet in the morning!

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

If you have a tiny aubergine (eggplant), a mug of red lentils, some rice and some spices on standby, it doesn't matter if your fridge looks empty because you can easily turn that into an Indian-style curry extravaganza in 30 minutes or even less.

Keto-friendly vegetarian meal that is simple and easy to make yet flavourful and satisfying.

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

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.

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!

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.

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...

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

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

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.

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!

"Shahi" refers to a royal family. Shahi paneer was a royal side dish in bygone days. Now, it is a popular curry served in restaurants. Cashew nuts and fresh cream give this side dish a rich flavor.

Two recipes: one non-vegan and one vegan . Both delicious and easy to prepare.

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?

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

Try these gluten-free breakfast ideas to start your kids' day with a meal you both can feel good about.

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

Raw (or living) foods are foods that are consumed uncooked and unprocessed and are between 92-118 degrees F (33-48 degrees C). Whether you choose to say "raw" or "living," it refers to the same amazingly nutrient-rich foods.

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!

Need a fast and easy no-sugar dessert? I review popular mixes and give my own recipe.

As someone who did not become a vegetarian until age 27, I was fully aware of how a burger should look, smell, and taste. While not every manufacturer or restaurant has mastered the veggie burger just yet, there are some very tasty options on the market right now that could fool most meat eaters.

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.

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.

A vegan meal that is simple and delicious!

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

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!

Food you can eat when you find out your a diabetic. Here is a day's worth of meals and snacks that are good for diabetics & carb-conscious eaters.