57 Easy Gluten Free Recipes for Summer Picnics and Potlucks
Now that the weather is finally (sloooowly) warming up and holidays like Memorial Day and Fourth of July are right around the corner, I know that summer picnics and potlucks are just as close. But when you have celiac disease or dietary restrictions, summer entertaining can feel a little more complicated.
That's why this year, I thought I'd scope out some of the best gluten free recipes for summer picnics and potlucks. Whether you're looking for healthy appetizers, gluten free lunches fit for a picnic or easy paleo desserts, this round up should give you some delicious ideas. Not to mention, it should make bringing a yummy and gluten free dish to every summer get-together a whole lot easier!
Gluten Free Sides
1. Bacon Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread (Nut Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Raia's Recipes
Trust me. If you show up with gluten free bread at a summer potluck, you're gonna be the life (or at least the taste buds) of the party.2. Easy Potato Salad with Egg - Bubba Pie
Give your potato salad an extra boost of protein with hardboiled eggs.3. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad (Vegan, Soy Free) - Spabettie
Pineapple, vegan mayo, sweet pickles and pickled carrots give this macaroni salad a unique, Hawaiian twist.
4. Broccoli Apple Slaw - Noshtastic
Change up the traditional cabbage slaw recipe by using broccoli and apple instead!5. Creamy Pea Salad - Recipes From a Pantry
If you're looking for a seriously easy low carb side dish that is still sure to peas (ahem...please) a crowd...this is it! All you need to make it are fresh (or frozen!) peas, bacon, cheese and a few other ingredients for the sour cream dressing.6. Black Bean and Corn Salad with Balsamic Vinegar (Dairy Free) - The Welcoming Table
Add grilled chicken or pork to make this gluten free salad a meal, or serve it as a side dish or dip!7. German Cucumber Salad -Casserole Crissy
For any gardeners out there, this is the perfect recipe to use up any leftover cucumbers. 
8. Asian-Inspired Sesame Cilantro Carrot Salad (Paleo and Vegetarian) - Natasha, The Artisan Life
Even carrot haters will be won over by the Asian flavors in this gluten free salad dressing.9. Bone Broth Pesto (Nut Free) - Casey the College Celiac
Enjoy the creamy, tanginess of pesto with the added protein and nutritional benefits of bone broth. Serve with veggies, gluten free crackers or roasted sweet potato rounds (which are also included in the linked recipe above)!
10. Watermelon Mint Salad with/out Feta (Dairy Free Option) -Finding Zest
Who knew that watermelon and balsamic vinegar made such a tasty pair? 
11. White Bean Salad (Vegan, Soy-Free, Nut-Free) - Happy Healthy Mama
Fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, avocado and lemon juice turn plain white beans into a side salad everyone will be digging into.12. Zucchini Roll-Ups (Vegan, Paleo) - Claudia Canu
These roll-ups are super simple to make but that doesn't make this combo of veggies and gluten free hummus any less delicious!13. Goat Cheese Cucumber Bites (Keto, Low Carb) - The Keto Option
Gluten free Everything But the Bagel Seasoning dresses up these mini goat cheese and cucumber sandwiches.14. Creamy Sweet Potato Salad (Paleo) - Cathy's Gluten Free
Is there any occasions sweet potatoes aren't perfect for?!? I don't think so... 
15. Focaccia with Olives, Sundried Tomato & Rosemary (Grain Free, Paleo, Refined Sugar Free) - Emma Eats and Explores
Like I said before...you seriously can't go wrong with bringing homemade gluten free bread.16. 5-Minute Guacamole (Vegan, Keto, Paleo, Oil-free, Whole 30) -Veg Annie
Homemade salsa gives this homemade guac an extra kick of freshness and flavor.
17. Mexican Street Corn - Confessions of a Fit Foodie
Like corn on the cob, only a lot tastier and less messy to eat!18. Spicy Mango Dip (Vegan) -Fun Food Frolic
Serve this gluten free and vegan dip with some gf bread or pita, and it'll disappear in no time. You can whip it up in 15, minutes, too! 
19. Easy Tuna Spread -Goodnesst
This gluten free spread only requires three ingredients, five minutes to make and is delicious when served with crackers, veggies or tossed in a salad.
20. Red Potato Salad with Avocado and Egg -Attainable Sustainable
Typical potato salad gets an upgrade with some healthy fats from avocado in this gluten free side dish.
21. Curried Cauliflower Mac and Cheese (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
If you want to add some hidden veggies to a family classic, you'll love my curried cauliflower mac and cheese, which only takes five ingredients to make.
Gluten Free Mains
22. Avocado, Asparagus and Chicken Salad (Paleo, Mayo Free) - Tasting Page
If mayo ain't your thang, you'll love this paleo chicken salad, which gets its creaminess from avocado and a homemade dressing.
23. Corn and Zucchini Pie - A Simple Pantry
If a quiche and a frittata had a baby, this would be it. Plus, this cheesy pie only takes an hour - including 45 minutes of it doing its thang in the oven - to make.
24. Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Salad with Arugula - Taste and See
Combine classic Italian ingredients with a traditional Caprese salad, and you end up with an ideal summer entertaining dish.
25. Grilled Balsamic Lamb Kabobs - Foodal
I'll admit, I've never tried lamb before, but these kabobs would definitely have me digging in.
26. Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad - Spice Cravings
Traditionally, tabbouleh salad is a Middle Eastern vegetarian salad featuring ingredients like parsley, mint, Bulgar wheat, tomatoes, onion, cucumber and a lemon dressing. This gluten free version replaces the bulgar wheat with quinoa, which not only makes it allergy friendly but also packed with extra protein!
27. Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich (Vegan) - Moon and Spoon and Yum
The best kind of sandwiches have a mix of different textures and flavors...and this smashed chickpea salad has ALL the flavor punches you're looking for. 
28. Southwest Quinoa Salad (Dairy-Free Option) - Mama Knows Gluten Free
You can't go wrong with a bowl of quinoa dressed up with avocados, black bean, corn, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and a cilantro honey lime dressing.29. Shrimp Pasta Salad - Hot Pan Kitchen
Olives and sun-dried tomatoes give this cold gluten free salad an extra boost of flavor.30. Spanish Waldorf Salad - Zestful Kitchen
This Spanish twist on a classic Waldorf salad complements a variety of different meals, and you can prepare all of the different ingredients ahead of the time.
31. Easy Cheesy Loaded Cauliflower Casserole (Low Carb) -Wholesome Yum
This gluten free casserole has all the flavors of a baked potato, minus the carbs. And you can't go wrong with bacon!
32. Tuscan Pasta Salad (Nut Free, Egg Free) - Meaningful Eats
Just 'cause you're gluten free doesn't mean you can't enjoy a very delicious pasta salad on a pretty summer day.
33. Cauliflower Salad (Vegan, Low Carb, Keto) -Cooking Journey
Cauliflower just got a very tasty upgrade with this easy, raw salad recipe.34. Easy Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad (Vegetarian) - Mom Foodie
You can't go wrong with a classic...35. Kale Quinoa Salad + Cider Vinegarette -Pass Me Some Tasty
Make sure you use gluten free cranberries and walnuts, and the sweet and savory mix of flavors will be a major winner in this salad. 
36. Chickpea Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing - V Nutrition and Wellness
Add a creamy peanut sauce to a salad with quinoa, chickpeas, carrots, cabbage and cilantro and you have a Thai feast tastier than any take-out.37. Prawn & Avocado Salad (Whole 30, Paleo) - Recipe This
If you know Whole 30 or paleo diners will be at your summer picnic, this salad is sure to be a hit.38. Broccoli Salad with Bacon (Keto, Low Carb) - Whole Lotta Yum
Broccoli has never looked so good...39. Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (Vegan) -Evolving Table
This black bean quinoa burger only takes an hour to make and is easy to personalize for whatever beans, sweet potatoes or spices you have on hand.
40. The Best Homemade Chicken Salad (Paleo, Keto, Whole 30) - The Organic Chicken
Serve this salad on greens, gluten free bread or even half an avocado.41. Loaded Potato Wedge Nachos (Paleo, Vegan Options) - Casey the College Celiac
'Cause who wouldn't want to dive into a plate of nachos on a beautiful summer day...especially when the base is fluffy roasted potato wedges?!?Gluten Free Desserts
42. Paleo Strawberry Rhubarb Pie (Low Carb) -The Banana Diaries
I don't know about you, but I will always say yes to a slice of gluten free pie!
43. No Bake Peach Cheesecake Bites (Vegan) - Delightful Adventures
Make sure you use gluten free oats and almonds, and you'll have one heck of a tasty gluten free dessert.
44. Chewy Pumpkin Popcorn Balls (Vegan) - Casey the College Celiac
There's something crazy addictive about that sweet and salty combo.45. Pink Lemonade Cupcakes - Fearless Dining
Because is there anything more summer-y than pink lemonade anything?!?
46. Red, White & Blueberry Shortcake Parfaits (Paleo) -Living Loving Paleo
No one will believe that you whipped up these paleo shortcakes from almond flour and a handful of other ingredients you threw in your food processor! 
47. Avocado Brownies (Vegan) - Vibrant Guide
Even avocado haters won't be able to get over how thick and fudgy these brownies are...
48. Cream Cheese Pound Cake (Low Carb, Keto) - Fit to Serve Group
Who says you can't eat a keto or low carb diet and eat cake too?!?
49. Scotcharoos -My Gluten-Free Kitchen
Gluten free puffed rice cereal, peanut butter, chocolate and butterscotch combine into one heck of a tasty no-bake bar.
50. Oatmeal Creme Pies - Hunny I'm Home
Chewy gluten free oatmeal cookies + delicious buttercream icing = dessert heaven.51. Orange Cake with Almond Meal (Dairy Free) -The Foodie Journey
This cake is only made with a few ingredients and can be prepped to bake in just 10 minutes!52. Blueberry Muffins (Vegan) -Rhian's Recipes
You can't go wrong with a fluffy blueberry muffin, especially when it's gluten free, vegan and only takes 35 minutes to bake! Plus, there are tons of ingredient options and swaps, so you can probably whip up these muffins with whatever is already in your pantry.
53. S'mores Ice Cream Cake (Vegan) - Pink Fortitude
Ummm...a gluten free and vegan ice cream cake?!? I don't think I need to say anymore... 
54. Chocolate, Beetroot & Raspberry Cupcakes - Attachment Mummy
In case you want to sneak a few veggies into your gluten free dessert.
55. No Bake Cheesecake (Keto, Low Carb) - Low Carb Yum
You can't beat a no-bake cheesecake base topped with fresh summer berries.
56. Chocolate Chip Coffee Cookies - Think About Such Things
Chocolate chip cookies just got a caffeinated twist!
57. Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake (Dairy Free) - Allergy Free Alaska
I was sold at blueberries...
What I Hope You Remember During This Summer's Potlucks, Picnics and Parties
I know that when you have celiac disease or food allergies, the words "picnic" or "potluck" can cause more fear than excitement. But rest assured - as long as you use one of these gluten free recipes for guidance, you know you'll have at least one delicious meal you can happily enjoy.What are your favorite summer meals or recipes? Tell me in the comments!
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