Gluten-Free Sides Guide

Chicken breast with rice pilaf, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes

A recent diagnosis of celiac disease doesn't mean deprivation — often, it's a perfect time to embark on new culinary adventures! Sure, some foods are off limits — but you can serve indulgent potatoes, silky risottos, rich rice noodle dishes, and endless varieties of vegetable delights. Delve into our guide and introduce a new dish at your dinner table tonight!

Editor's Note: We carry these gluten-free ingredients — and many more — at Giant Eagle^®. For more information about a gluten-free diet, check out our "Gluten-Free Living" article.

New takes on old favorites: Veggies and more
Savory sides: Indulgent and gluten-free

New takes on old favorites: Veggies and more

Showcase the goodness of fresh potatoes in a simple recipe with simple ingredients. Serve Roasted New Potatoes with your favorite meat or fish and introduce your family to the delights of natural potatoes.
Add a spicy kick to ordinary green veggies in this unique recipe for Ginger Broccoli. Make sure to look for gluten-free fish sauce when shopping — the brand suggested in the recipe is gluten-free — or substitute gluten-free soy-sauce if you're fish-shy or vegetarian.
Mashed potatoes make everyone's "comfort food favorites" list. But what about mashed vegetables? They'll become your favorites, too, when you try this "So Simple" Cauliflower Mash dish.
Curry, a South Asian cuisine favorite, adds bite to any meal. This Curry Roasted Cauliflower recipe complements fish and rice noodle main courses perfectly. Want to try something new for lunch? Simply chill these veggies, and pack a portion for work the next day.
Fragrant flavor asserts itself wonderfully in this recipe for Lemon-Mint Snap Peas and Lima Beans. The pleasing green color of this dish brightens up any dinner table. Dijon mustard is typically gluten-free; always check the label prior to preparing this dish.
The Tuscan flavor of this Italian Roasted Snap Peas dish complements an antipasti spread or cheese tray wonderfully — and showcases fresh produce, too!
Golden raisins and buttery artichokes add richness to rice in this Rice and Artichoke Salad recipe. Serve with a light main course such as salad or fish to savor the flavors.
Make a delicious garden salad featuring fresh corn, and enjoy the medley of colors. Fresh-from-the-Cob Corn Salad tastes great served plain or with sprinklings of ground black pepper and Parmesan on top.

Savory sides: Indulgent and gluten-free

Rich and fragrant, this Mushroom Risotto complements any number of main courses. The fragrant broth and delicate rice make a wonderful main course, too — just add a green salad and serve!
Hearty Bacon N' Cheese Stuffed Potatoes suit a classic steakhouse dinner perfectly and make a great stand-alone meal, too. If you have vegetarian dinner guests, simply omit the bacon in the recipe.
Gluten-free noodles and shrimp star in this recipe for Shrimp Spring Rolls. Omit crab meat from the recipe for gluten-free results, as some imitation crab preparations contain wheat gluten.
Nutty quinoa makes a perfect grain alternative if you're following a gluten-free diet. Quinoa with Latin Flavors features Mexican-style spices and pairs well with your favorite tacos — served in all-corn taco shells, of course.
Make this Cheesy Rice N' Tomatoes recipe, and substitute fresh-grated Parmesan for the shredded Parmesan in the recipe for rich, cheesy gluten-free flavor.
This savory Quick Brown Rice and Mushroom Pilaf makes a perfect stuffing substitute for pork chops or Cornish hens. It makes a great take-along side dish, too.
Sharp and salty feta cheese adds kick to green peas and rice in this unique Minted Peas and Rice with Feta recipe. Scallions and chicken broth add savory flavor.
Add a tropical flavor to your table with this intriguing Coconut Creamed Corn recipe. Coconut milk is both dairy-free and gluten-free.
Make Corn with Bacon and Mushrooms as a side dish or as a meal. Velvety mushrooms provide a perfect texture contrast to crisp bacon and fresh corn.
These Mini-Mushroom and Sausage Quiches taste indulgent served alone or as part of a decadent meal or brunch. Substitute Giant Eagle^® gluten-free sausage for the turkey sausage in the recipe and you'll create a safe and healthy anytime treat.