25 Gluten Free Recipes to Make in April

Celebrate all things spring with 25 gluten-free recipes to make in April. These fresh and light recipes highlight lemon, strawberry, mushrooms, cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus, and more. READ: 25 Gluten Free Recipes to Make in April

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25 Gluten Free Recipes to Make in April
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Welcome, April!

I can’t tell you how how incredible it’s been to be greeted at the grocery store this month by crates of asparagus, towers of broccoli, lots of lemons, and an abundance of strawberries.

That said, today I’m sharing 25 of my favorite recipes to make in April that highlight early spring produce and herbs. These recipes are fresh, gluten-free and – as always – easy and family-friendly.

I hope you enjoy a few of these fresh, early-spring recipes this month!

For a closer look at what’s in season in April, check out these great seasonality charts for fruits and vegetables.

Gluten Free Recipes for April

fried goat cheese balls on a strawberry basil chicken salad

Strawberry-Basil Chicken Salad with Fried Goat Cheese Balls

5 from 1 vote
Strawberry-Basil Chicken Salad with Fried Goat Cheese Balls is a fresh and flavor-packed summer recipe. Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and savory!
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shrimp and asparagus stir fry

Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet

5 from 8 votes
Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet is a light and flavorful, low carb dinner recipe that cooks in just 15 minutes. Super easy and so delicious!
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Pasta with Roasted Spring Vegetables and Marinated Mozzarella is a light and healthy, gluten-free main featuring fresh spring vegetables, and decadent marinated mozzarella balls. | iowagirleats.com

Pasta with Roasted Spring Vegetables and Marinated Mozzarella

4 from 1 vote
Pasta with Roasted Spring Vegetables and Marinated Mozzarella is a light and healthy, gluten-free main featuring fresh spring vegetables, and decadent marinated mozzarella balls.
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overhead photo of a bowl of creamy parmesan mushroom pasta

Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Pasta

5 from 7 votes
Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Pasta is a restaurant quality meal you can easily make at home. You will lick your plate clean of this decadent dish!
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beef broccoli on a plate

Beef and Broccoli Recipe

4.84 from 6 votes
Beef and Broccoli Recipe is easy and mouthwatering! This sizzling, restaurant-style broccoli beef stir fry features a luscious, savory-sweet sauce.
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Lemon Pepper Chicken with Artichoke Salsa and Roasted Asparagus is a fresh and healthy 30 minute meal for spring! #glutenfree | iowagirleats.com

Lemon Pepper Chicken with Artichoke Salsa and Roasted Asparagus

5 from 1 vote
Lemon Pepper Chicken with Artichoke Salsa and Roasted Asparagus is a fresh and healthy 30 minute meal that's as gorgeous as it is delicious!
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Earth Bowl Salads

5 from 2 votes
Earth Bowl Salads with Smokey Candied Walnuts and Basil Vinaigrette combines spicy, sweet, and smokey in one sensational salad!
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bowl of creamy ham peas and pasta

Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta

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Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta is a quick-cooking dinner recipe that's creamy, satisfying, and made with everyday ingredients. As filling as it is delicious!
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Herb and Caper Crusted Salmon

4.34 from 3 votes
Herb and Caper Crusted Salmon is a light and healthy gluten-free dinner that takes just 20 minutes start to finish!
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mediterranean shrimp and vegetables on a sheet pan

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Shrimp and Vegetables

4.67 from 6 votes
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Shrimp and Vegetables is a healthy, low carb, EASY meal that cooks in just 15 minutes!
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bowl of cauliflower fried rice

Cauliflower Fried Rice

4.70 from 20 votes
Cauliflower Fried Rice will trick your tastebuds in the best way possible. This 20 minute low-carb recipe tastes like regular fried rice!
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Bowl of Ham and Bean Soup garnished with green onions

Easy Ham and Bean Soup

4.88 from 24 votes
Ham and Bean Soup with canned beans is an easy bean soup recipe that's thick, hearty, and made with everyday ingredients. Packed with flavor, protein, and fiber!
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overhead photo of a bowl of shrimp and asparagus risotto

Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto

4.87 from 15 votes
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is rich, creamy, and tastes like it came from a restaurant. This easy, spring-forward dish is practically fool-proof!
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Air Fried asparagus on a plate

Air Fryer Asparagus

5 from 2 votes
Air Fryer Asparagus is a simple side dish that requires just 3 ingredients, and cooks in 5 minutes! Pair this healthy, gluten free side with any dinner.
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cheesy ham and broccoli rice on a plate with a fork and side salad

Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Rice

4.92 from 25 votes
Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Rice is made in 1 pan, in 20 minutes, with 5 ingredients. An easy, family-friendly dinner doesn't get easier than this!
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beet hummus avocado toast

Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast

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Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast is a nutritional powerhouse that's full of healthy fats and protein. A gorgeous meal with staying power!
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steak and sweet potato bowls with avocado drizzle

Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls with Avocado-Cilantro Drizzle

5 from 13 votes
Meat and potatoes just got an upgrade! Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls with Avocado-Cilantro Drizzle are healthy, fresh, and filling.
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Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry in a wok

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

5 from 3 votes
Chicken and Broccoli is a lightening-quick stir fry recipe that will leave your family licking their bowls clean!
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Sweet Chili Roasted Brussels Sprouts in a cast iron skillet

Sweet Chili Roasted Brussels Sprouts

4.72 from 7 votes
Sweet Chili Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a simple yet scrumptious side dish. The sizzling combination of sweet-heat plus perfectly roasted sprouts will liven up any meal.
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overhead photo of a bowl of thai quinoa salad with peanut dressing

Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing

4.85 from 13 votes
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing is packed with plant based protein. You will love every drop of this healthy, filling, flavorful dish!
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cups of lemon curd with spoons

Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Homemade Lemon Curd is easy, elegant, versatile, and made with 5 everyday ingredients. This gorgeous lemon dessert is sunshine on a spoon!
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bowl of easy mushroom risotto

Easy Mushroom Risotto

5 from 1 vote
Easy Mushroom Risotto is a cinch to prepare, yet tastes like it came from a restaurant. Gluten free, vegetarian, and gorgeous!
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hot pan of cheesy cauliflower gratin

Cauliflower Gratin

4.82 from 11 votes
Cauliflower Gratin is cheesy and decadent tasting, yet full of healthy cauliflower! Serve as an easy, gluten free and vegetarian side dish.
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vegan pesto in a food processor

Simple Vegan Pesto

5 from 1 vote
Simple Vegan Pesto is made with fresh, everyday ingredients — no parmesan cheese needed. Use as a dip, marinade, or sauce. The possibilities are endless!
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gluten free strawberry muffins on a plate

Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins

4.67 from 3 votes
Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins are moist and tender on the inside with a crystal-sugar snap on the outside. Perfectly sweet and summery!
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READ: 25 Gluten Free Recipes to Make in April