Special Diet Recipes and Dishes

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!

These moist and delicious muffins are low-fat, low-carb, and sugar-free. Give them a try, and you will be delighted! I started making these when I was experimenting with making sugar-free and low-fat desserts.

This article discusses some delicious, low-calorie lunch ideas for those who need gluten-free food. It highlights quick and easy to make meals.

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

This is a vegan take on the classic chicken tikka masala. This dish has all the flavor of the original but with the extra goodness of plants. Cashew cream makes this dish rich and savory, and the tempeh lends a wonderful nuttiness. Indulge in this classic with no regrets!

Enjoy this unusually savory vegetarian dish of red beans and rice—it's been tested in our kitchen and is well-loved in our home.

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.

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 for a very satisfying treat!

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

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. This recipe makes lovely crisp batter and chunky chips that are drenched in salt and vinegar.

This vegan tomatoey variation of Welsh rarebit is indulgent, tasty and the perfect alternative for those who miss cheese on toast or grilled cheese.

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

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

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

Learn how to make a grain-free breakfast packed full of protein and healthy carbohydrates. This is a nutrient-dense breakfast to start the day with. Your family will love this recipe.

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.

Eating a Paleo diet breakfast does not mean eggs every morning! Try these delicious and healthy pumpkin pancakes!

Oat milk is a vegan alternative to dairy milk that is naturally free of lactose, soy, nuts and gluten. This easy method will reduce the natural sliminess of this type of milk. Recipe video included.

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.

Pure maple syrup and walnuts, combined with chocolate chips, results in a hybrid cookie with unique character. No worries for those with gluten sensitivities, these cookies are gluten free!

This recipe for homemade vegan sausages uses beans. These sausages are also wheat, egg, milk, soy, and nut-free so they are suitable for a range of special diets.

There are a great many foods that can potentially help boost the immune system and fight off disease. This article provides 10 tasty recipes for incorporating some of the more popular and readily available ones in your home cooking.

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

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. Here is a list of cereals that are gluten-free and some places that you can get them.

Our son has Celiac disease and must eat a strict gluten-free diet. We all love bread, however, and we'd heard that the Hamilton Beach bread maker was good for gluten-free baking. It wasn't cheap, but we took the plunge. This is my review.

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.

Two 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.

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

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

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.

A juicy steak, mushrooms, and a delicious layered peanut butter dessert. What can sound more appetizing than that? This is a meal that men, women, and even children will enjoy.

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.

Two recipes for peanut butter cookies: one non-vegan and one vegan. Both recipes are delicious and easy to prepare.

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!

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

These moist and tasty muffins are low in carbs, low in sugar, and gluten-free.

Learn valuable tips to baking with gluten-free flour. Gluten-free baking does not have to be intimidating. Here are some easy and useful tips.

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

A high-protein food list for vegetarians includes dairy, legumes, nuts, seeds, and other plant foods. This article suggests a variety of protein-rich foods and includes grams per serving.

Get some tips for eating vegetarian at fast food restaurants. Learn about vegetarian menu items that are available at national chains, as well as a list of items vegetarians should avoid.

My favorite broccoli salad is healthy for every blood type for those using Dr. D'Adamo's diet plan, and beautiful enough for a holiday table or party. Try it, and see if you don't agree it's delicious.

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.

Vegan patties made from traditional British pease pudding and leftover roasted vegetables make a delicious light lunch or dinner.

Lighten up your classic lasagna dinner with this delicious vegan and gluten-free recipe! The roasted vegetables and fresh basil add a subtle sweetness to this dish that both your family and guests will love.

Tofu—eaten by millions, but still so misunderstood. If you love it, you'll love this article. If you're unsure, I know I can convince you to try it. And haters, I hope you keep reading. I might even convert you.

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?

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 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.

This gluten-free mac and cheese recipe comes together very quickly. It's ideal for unexpected visitors.

This is not your typical quesadilla recipe! It's a meal that satisfies vegetarians and has enough flavor and body to make any meat-eater want more.

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!

Here is 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.

This bitter gourd curry with peanut masala is spicy, flavorful, and works wonderfully for people with diabetes. This dish pairs well with steamed rice and curd rice.

This sugar-free and wheat-free spelt bread tastes great, has only five ingredients, and is easy to make.

A vegan meal that is simple and delicious!

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

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 ideas for using your delicious homemade tortillas.

This vegan Japanese curry recipe is made from store-cupboard ingredients, ready in one hour, and makes a perfect weeknight dinner!

If you have a tomato allergy or intolerance, you might get sick when consuming pizza, spaghetti, and lasagna. Learn how to tell the difference between the two conditions, and get tips about how to live without tomatoes.

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.

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

As a health-conscious meat lover, I enjoy making chicken meatballs because the meat tends to be leaner. Try this delicious recipe for eggless Italian chicken meatballs.

This is a recipe for a gluten-free banana-lemon loaf that my mother makes. This cake is delicious, and you should try it even if you aren't avoiding gluten.

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, and it's finished with a sweet topping to add dimension.

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.

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

For vegetarians and vegans, peanut milk and curd are great alternatives to their dairy counterparts. The recipes are easy to prepare, and I've included a video tutorial, as well.

Discover some ways to reduce sugar while still enjoying some sweetness in your life. This article provides tips that are easy to follow.

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.

Satisfy your dessert cravings with this easy vegan apple pie recipe!

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.

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

Pancakes are such a quick and easy meal to make, and they are delicious, too. This simple gluten-free recipe will help you if this is your first time making them.

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!

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

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

This is a very tasty recipe for gluten-free nut burgers that are high in nutrients, good for anyone with high cholesterol and may help reduce your risk of developing diabetes. This article includes nutritional information.

This is a great gluten-free cake made with green banana flour. This flour has many health benefits and a neutral taste that lends itself to many cake recipes for gluten-intolerant people.

Here are ten tips to help you maintain balance and moderation when making the switch to a vegetarian diet, gain positive reinforcement to help make your choice stick, and get connected to some terrific support resources. Eat well. Be healthy. Be happy.

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.

This delicious gluten-free traybake using dried apricots and a sticky marmalade topping is inexpensive and easy to make. Serve in slices as cake bars, or warm as a pudding with ice cream or custard.

Craving something warm and vegan? Give this soup a try. This recipe has three different cooking methods depending on your time constraints.

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.

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."

This isn't a strict Keto recipe, as it uses dark chocolate chips. It's so good, though, that you don't need a lot to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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.

When people find out I'm a soy milk user, they've often said they'd like to switch from dairy milk, but they 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 making the switch.

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.

Find some 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.

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

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.

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.

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

Enjoy gluten-free brownies with healthier ingredients like sweet potatoes, cacao powder, cacao nibs and honey.

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

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

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

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

This is an 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!