Everybody loves Italian food. Whether you are looking for a refreshing salad recipe, hearty soup concoction, perfect meatball ingredients, or super sweet dessert, we have it all.
Plus, if you are avoiding gluten due to preferences or allergies, we make sure that every recipe here is gluten-free!
Try any one of these Italian recipes for weekly meals, special desserts, or large family parties.
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- 1. Gluten-Free Vegan Pumpkin Gnocchi
- 2. Gluten-Free Vegan Mac And Cheese
- 3. Gluten-Free Tuna Casserole
- 4. Instant Pot Gluten-Free Chicken Noodle Soup
- 5. Gluten-Free Pasta Salad With Pumpkin Seed Pesto
- 6. Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Soup With Ham
- 7. Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Baked Ziti
- 8. Tuscan 3-Bean Sausage Soup
- 9. Gluten-Free One-Pot Chicken Pasta
- 10. Gluten-Free, One Pot, No-Drain, Mac N’ Cheese
- 11. Chicken Posole
- 12. Instant Pot Gluten-Free French Dip Sandwich
- 13. Gluten-Free Cream Of Mushroom Soup
- 14. Gluten-Free Clam Chowder
- 15. Gluten-Free Lasagna Casserole
- 16. Gluten-Free Meatballs
- 17. Gluten-Free Chicken Piccata
- 18. Gluten-Free Grilled Pizza
- 19. Gluten-Free Pasta With White Wine Sauce
- 20. Bruschetta Chicken Skillet
- 21. Gluten-Free Chicken Marsala With Mushrooms
- 22. Red Wine-Marinated Steak
- 23. Lemon Basil Salmon
- 24. Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo
- 25. Gluten-Free Baked Parmesan Chicken
- 26. Gluten-Free Spinach Artichoke Dip
- 27. Gluten-Free Potato Wedges
- 28. Gluten-Free Italian Meatballs and Spaghetti
- 29. Gluten-Free Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
- 30. Gluten-Free Cream Of Chicken Soup
- 31. Gluten-Free Cream Puffs
- 32. Gluten-Free Yellow Cake
- 33. Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake
- 34. Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
- 35. Dark Cherry Pie
- 36. Gluten-Free Pizza Dough
- 37. Gluten-Free Apple Brown Betty
- 38. Spicy Vegetable Macaroni And Cheese
- 39. Vegan Caprese Mac N’ Cheese
- 40. Gluten-Free Pull-Apart Bread
- 41. Mozzarella Pizza
- 42. Gluten-Free Tomato Olive Focaccia Bread
- 43. Cheesy Garlic Cauliflower Bread Sticks
- 44. Cauliflower Crust Hawaiian Pizza
- 45. Gluten-Free Meatballs
- 46. New Mac N’ Cheese
- 47. Gluten-Free Almond Cake
- 48. Gluten-Free Focaccia
- 49. Italian Gluten-Free Almond, Orange Cake
- 50. Gluten-Free Italian Cream Cake
- 51. Limoncello Italian Ricotta Cake
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1. Gluten-Free Vegan Pumpkin Gnocchi
We love the combination of hearty pumpkin with cheesy pasta for this recipe. We recommend using pumpkin puree and pine nuts for extra crunch on top of the sage sauce! Gluten-free and vegan — what more could you want?
2. Gluten-Free Vegan Mac And Cheese
Mac n cheese is one of the best comfort foods to pair with potatoes, vegetables, and meat! But what if you are vegan? Don’t worry; you can make this vegan mac and cheese with carrots!
3. Gluten-Free Tuna Casserole
This gluten-free tuna casserole is a cool take on typical Italian comfort food using leftover gluten-free pasta and hearty tuna.
4. Instant Pot Gluten-Free Chicken Noodle Soup
Noodles and pasta is a typical Italian dish! This takes less than one hour to make and only requires leftover chicken, onion, herbs de Provence, and Rotini!
Plus, this instant pot gluten-free noodle soup is easy to make and cost-friendly, making it the ideal college meal for those who want to bring some Italian flair to their dorm room.
5. Gluten-Free Pasta Salad With Pumpkin Seed Pesto
Adding pesto to this salad gives it a little Italian flare that reminds you just of pasta! We like the pumpkin for a unique take on the typical pasta salad.
6. Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Soup With Ham
Cheese and meat-filled soup is the perfect Italian soup to warm you up on a cold winter day. Add onion, dried parsley, and cheddar cheese to season this soup!
7. Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Baked Ziti
This dairy-free and gluten-free baked ziti is a healthy take on the typical Italian dish! We love adding parmesan-style cheese on top for a little bit of extra creaminess.
8. Tuscan 3-Bean Sausage Soup
This hearty and veg-friendly three-bean sausage soup takes almost no time to make, so it is a great dish for an Italian lunch that you need to make last minute.
9. Gluten-Free One-Pot Chicken Pasta
This chicken pasta combines Italian and Mexican spices for a unique take on a typical Italian dish. Use sweet corn, onion, tomatoes, and garlic/onion powder to combine Hispanic and Mediterranean influences.
10. Gluten-Free, One Pot, No-Drain, Mac N’ Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is a usual American and Italian dish everyone will love — plus, this version takes less than 15 minutes!
11. Chicken Posole
This spicy and savory comfort food is the perfect soup and stew combo to make for a winter day - and it takes less than half an hour from start to finish in an instant pot!
12. Instant Pot Gluten-Free French Dip Sandwich
We like this French dip for eating with pasta or Italian soup since you can make it in an Instant Pot in less than one hour.
13. Gluten-Free Cream Of Mushroom Soup
This cream of mushroom soup is better than any type of unhealthy creamy chowder that you would find elsewhere.
14. Gluten-Free Clam Chowder
Gluten-free clam chowder pairs perfectly with a buttery baguette, Caesar salad, and spaghetti. Pairing soup with crispy bread, focaccia, or fresh seafood is perfect for any Italian meal.
15. Gluten-Free Lasagna Casserole
Lasagna is a typical Italian dish filled with meat, cheese, and sauce that is filling and perfect for winter months. This gluten-free version is easy to make and healthier than the traditional Italian feast!
We like using gooey mozzarella cheese and fresh tomatoes for our sauce.
16. Gluten-Free Meatballs
Gluten-free meatballs are the perfect addition to any pasta, especially spaghetti with tons of Parmesan cheese. You can make these meatballs in a saute pan, instant pot, or slow cooker.
17. Gluten-Free Chicken Piccata
Gluten-free chicken piccata is the perfect weeknight meal to make with butter sauce, capers, and gluten-free pasta.
18. Gluten-Free Grilled Pizza
There are so many options that you can add to this gluten-free grilled pizza! We love using pre-made gluten-free pizza crusts, so you can choose your toppings to meet your dietary needs.
Try a combo of spinach and artichoke or barbecue chicken and cheddar cheese for the perfect pizza slice.
19. Gluten-Free Pasta With White Wine Sauce
You can add any type of meat you want to this gluten-free pasta with white wine sauce that pairs perfectly with a glass of Pinot Grigio!
20. Bruschetta Chicken Skillet
We love this bruschetta chicken skillet for a combination of an appetizer and main grilled chicken breast, complete with fresh tomatoes and dairy-free cheese.
21. Gluten-Free Chicken Marsala With Mushrooms
Combining chicken, mushrooms, and green beans or asparagus in this recipe is the best way to get in your vegetables and soak up the yummy sauce.
22. Red Wine-Marinated Steak
Use baked garlic and herbs to season this red wine steak with a side of potatoes and fresh vegetables. Pair this savory steak with a glass of full-bodied red wine, like a Cabernet, to top off the ideal Italian main course.
23. Lemon Basil Salmon
In the mood for a lighter Italian dish? Try this lemon basil salmon with a very light sauce for a healthy dinner or lunch. We like having this in the summertime during hot days when you don’t want heavy, carb-filled pasta!
24. Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo
Not only is this dish gluten-free, but this dairy-free dish is spicier and creamier than your typical pasta!
25. Gluten-Free Baked Parmesan Chicken
Forget breading or frying the meat — bake chicken and add cheese on top for a healthier alternative to this typical Italian dish.
26. Gluten-Free Spinach Artichoke Dip
This gluten-free spinach artichoke dip pairs well with Italian bread or fresh vegetables as an appetizer for a large family party. You can also use crispy crackers for this dip.
27. Gluten-Free Potato Wedges
Pair perfectly roasted potatoes with fresh vegetables, like asparagus, and hearty meat, like steak or grilled chicken, for a well-balanced meal. Season these potato wedges with whatever you like.
We recommend using Italian seasonings, like herbs de Provence, salt, pepper, and garlic, for a hearty side dish.
28. Gluten-Free Italian Meatballs and Spaghetti
Meatballs are the perfect addition to spaghetti, pasta, carbonara, or fettuccine. We love this quick and easy appetizer or standalone side dish that you can make in an instant pot or slow cook in an oven.
This recipe takes just 50 minutes to prep and 35 minutes to make! We recommend using gluten-free turkey meat or gluten-free pork.
29. Gluten-Free Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
What is better than bread and cheese? Nothing! Bread and cheese are two Italian staples that pair perfectly together for an appetizer or to dip into a hearty soup or spaghetti sauce.
For this easy recipe, use gluten-free Bakehouse Rosemary & Thyme Focaccia bread with shredded cheese on top.
30. Gluten-Free Cream Of Chicken Soup
Gluten-free cream of chicken soup is the perfect winter meal with a slice of crunchy and crispy Italian bread, fresh butter, and a glass of red wine.
31. Gluten-Free Cream Puffs
Gluten-free cream puffs and eclairs are Italian delicacies you can find in any pastry shop or cafe nationwide! These elegant desserts aren’t difficult either – you can make these much faster than you would think.
Use chocolate ganache or salted caramel to add more sweetness on top.
32. Gluten-Free Yellow Cake
Drizzle some chocolate fudge frosting on top of this gluten-free yellow cake to make an Italian dessert that everyone is going to love!
33. Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake
This bright red cake combines sweetness and a moist texture with the cocoa and vanilla flavors that make this mixture so well-loved around Italy!
34. Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
Pecan pie is the ideal Italian dessert that features a little bit of red chili price, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and almond extract for more sweetness. We also recommend using pecan halves on top for a bit more crunch!
35. Dark Cherry Pie
Cherry pie is an Italian staple — but making this a dark cherry pie with lemon zest makes this pie a little bit lighter and fresher! We recommend using frozen dark sweet cherries for the dark red color, sweet flavor profile, and fruity texture.
Use a Gluten Free All Butter Crust for the pie's perfect crunch and golden edge.
36. Gluten-Free Pizza Dough
Add your favorite toppings, like pepperoni and melted cheese, to the top of this gluten-free pizza dough for the ideal Italian dinner that is quick and easy to make.
Use white rice flour, sweet rice flour, tapioca, potato starch, and xanthan gum to make this gluten-free dough in no time at all!
37. Gluten-Free Apple Brown Betty
Italians love their desserts — so it is no wonder that they include sweet fruits and fresh apples in a usual dessert! You can make this ‘brown betty’ in no time at all using gluten-free 7-grain bread, apples, and your choice of spices.
38. Spicy Vegetable Macaroni And Cheese
You can make this butter-free mac and cheese with roasted vegetables for a healthy Italian dish!
39. Vegan Caprese Mac N’ Cheese
Combine a classic salad with a hearty mac n cheese dish by using tomatoes, basil, and creamy vegan cheese!
40. Gluten-Free Pull-Apart Bread
Make garlic and parmesan pull-apart bread or a pizza-inspired pull-apart treat using gluten-free flour mix for the bread mixture. We recommend shredded parmesan for the cheese topping!
41. Mozzarella Pizza
Make this mozzarella pizza with pine nuts, arugula, and currants, and use the gluten-free dough for this light and thin pizza! We recommend using pine nuts, fresh lemon zest, and minced garlic for unique seasoning on top.
42. Gluten-Free Tomato Olive Focaccia Bread
Focaccia is an Italian staple that you can eat plain, dip in soup, or pair with a lightweight Caesar salad. Make this bread using fontina and parmesan cheese, black olives, fresh thyme, and fresh whole milk mozzarella for a creamy taste and texture.
43. Cheesy Garlic Cauliflower Bread Sticks
There is nothing better than cheese and bread — as you know! But suppose you do not want to eat bread or can’t eat Italian bread due to gluten restrictions. In that case, you can make your very own cheesy breadsticks using a cauliflower base.
You only need riced cauliflower, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and seasonings for the base.
44. Cauliflower Crust Hawaiian Pizza
This Hawaiian pizza with ham and cheese features a cauliflower crust that is crispy, crunchy, and light! We love this even better than regular pizza dough. You can even add more toppings to this fruity and savory pizza, like a fried egg or bacon.
45. Gluten-Free Meatballs
These gluten-free meatballs are fast and easy to make, so you can add these to your spaghetti for an Italian feast! Use ground beef, turkey sausage, onion, and typical meatball ingredients for the perfect dish.
46. New Mac N’ Cheese
This ‘revolutionary’ mac n’ cheese adds tons of flavor, creamy texture, and a savory side dish that pairs well with a lightweight salad and Italian French bread. Make this recipe using gluten-free pasta, skim milk, and cheddar cheese.
47. Gluten-Free Almond Cake
This gluten-free Italian almond cake uses meringue, buttercream, and toasted almond flakes for just enough crunch.
48. Gluten-Free Focaccia
This gluten-free and dairy-free focaccia is great for celiacs and vegans! Bake this bread in the oven for just 20-30 minutes to get the perfect crust on the edge.
We recommend using olive oil, salt, and herbs de provence on top for the ideal Italian side dish.
49. Italian Gluten-Free Almond, Orange Cake
This orange and almond cake is not only simple and easy to make, but it is gluten-free! This moist and rich cake offers tons of flavor that are going to melt in your mouth!
We love this recipe paired well with an espresso or vanilla ice cream for just the right amount of sweetness.
50. Gluten-Free Italian Cream Cake
Add shredded coconut, pecans, and almonds together to make this super-sweet and creamy cake for a dense and moist dessert! This dessert is creamy, fluffy, and super sweet due to the buttercream and yummy frosting.
51. Limoncello Italian Ricotta Cake
Use limoncello liquor and ricotta cheese for a light and easy gluten-free dessert that has just enough sweetness without making you feel too full!
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