While grains are an important part of our diet, for most of us, going grain-free can be challenging but from time to time it has proven to have a positive impact on one’s mood, stress levels, and digestive system. Eating grain-free involves eliminating not only wheat products containing gluten, but also any gluten-free grains, like rice, corn, oats, and barley. On a grain-free diet, you will end up eating seeds like quinoa, amaranth, and buckwheat or making cauliflower rice and zoodles as a substitute. Excited to go grain-free? Here are 3 grain-free dinner recipes that are delicious and will make grain free dinners a tasty affair.
1. Zoodles in Pesto Sauce
Zucchini noodles replace the traditional wheat pasta in this delectable treat and take our word for it , they are delicious! This low carb delicious alternative to spaghetti is the rage for all the right reasons. Loaded with zinc, magnesium, and fibre, zucchini is surely a superfood you want to add to your dinner table. With this delicious recipe, we are sure you will no longer crave spaghetti.
Ingredients
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 tbsp. garlic paste
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 4 zucchini (spiralized in noodles)
- 1 tbsp. chilly flakes
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. parmesan cheese
- 5 tbsp. pesto sauce
Instructions
- In a large skillet add the olive oil, garlic and onions. Sauté the onions until they begin to brown.
- Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until tender.
- Now add the pesto sauce and toss till the zoodles are well coated. Garnish with parmesan cheese shavings and enjoy.
2. Quinoa burrito bowl
A traditional burrito bowl is wholesome and healthy but have you considered making it even healthier? Give a twist to the burrito bowl with this delicious quinoa substitute, minus the extra carbs! This will give you lots of taste as well as protein.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed and drained)
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup mixed greens
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1/4 cup boiled corn
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tbsp. lime juice
- 1 cup cooked chicken (diced)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 dollop sour cream
- 1/2 cup guacamole
Instructions
- In a pan add quinoa and vegetable broth and bring to boil. Simmer for 15 minutes with the lid on. After 15 minutes remove the pot from heat and let the cooked quinoa rest with the lid on for 5 minutes. Season with lime juice and salt.
- In a bowl combine the quinoa, beans, mixed greens, corn, chicken, salsa, guacamole and sour cream. Serve immediately.
3. Cauliflower Fried Rice
Indian food is all about rice. Instead of giving up on your bowl of favourite fried rice try substituting it for cauliflower instead. Mixed with veggies, soy sauce and cauliflower rice this is an easy, fluffy and super delicious dish to try out. You can even add some tofu to up your protein intake and make it even more nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 tbsp. ginger garlic paste
- 1 cup peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup bell pepper (chopped)
- 1/2 head of medium cauliflower (riced or processed)
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 to 2 tbsp. red chilli sauce
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium pan heat oil and sauté onion in ginger garlic paste for 2 minutes till golden brown. Add bell pepper, peas and carrots and season with salt. Cook this for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Now add the shredded cauliflower rice, salt, and pepper and mix well. Cover and cook for 5 minutes till tender and turn off the flame. Be careful since you do not want to overcook the cauliflower since this will make it mushy.
- To this add the soy sauce and chilli sauce. Mix well and serve warm. For additional protein you can always serve it with a fried egg on top!
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