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.
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
Strawberry-Basil Chicken Salad with Fried Goat Cheese Balls
Strawberry-Basil Chicken Salad with Fried Goat Cheese Balls is a fresh and flavor-packed summer recipe. Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and savory!
Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet
Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet is a light and flavorful, low carb dinner recipe that cooks in just 15 minutes. Super easy and so delicious!
Pasta with Roasted Spring Vegetables and Marinated Mozzarella
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.
Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Pasta
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!
Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Beef and Broccoli Recipe is easy and mouthwatering! This sizzling, restaurant-style broccoli beef stir fry features a luscious, savory-sweet sauce.
Lemon Pepper Chicken with Artichoke Salsa and Roasted Asparagus
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!
Earth Bowl Salads
Earth Bowl Salads with Smokey Candied Walnuts and Basil Vinaigrette combines spicy, sweet, and smokey in one sensational salad!
Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta
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!
Herb and Caper Crusted Salmon
Herb and Caper Crusted Salmon is a light and healthy gluten-free dinner that takes just 20 minutes start to finish!
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Shrimp and Vegetables
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Shrimp and Vegetables is a healthy, low carb, EASY meal that cooks in just 15 minutes!
Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cauliflower Fried Rice will trick your tastebuds in the best way possible. This 20 minute low-carb recipe tastes like regular fried rice!
Easy Ham and Bean Soup
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!
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is rich, creamy, and tastes like it came from a restaurant. This easy, spring-forward dish is practically fool-proof!
Air Fryer Asparagus
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.
Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Rice
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!
Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast
Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast is a nutritional powerhouse that’s full of healthy fats and protein. A gorgeous meal with staying power!
Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls with Avocado-Cilantro Drizzle
Meat and potatoes just got an upgrade! Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls with Avocado-Cilantro Drizzle are healthy, fresh, and filling.
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
Chicken and Broccoli is a lightening-quick stir fry recipe that will leave your family licking their bowls clean!
Sweet Chili Roasted Brussels Sprouts
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.
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing is packed with plant based protein. You will love every drop of this healthy, filling, flavorful dish!
Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe
Homemade Lemon Curd is easy, elegant, versatile, and made with 5 everyday ingredients. This gorgeous lemon dessert is sunshine on a spoon!
Easy Mushroom Risotto
Easy Mushroom Risotto is a cinch to prepare, yet tastes like it came from a restaurant. Gluten free, vegetarian, and gorgeous!
Cauliflower Gratin
Cauliflower Gratin is cheesy and decadent tasting, yet full of healthy cauliflower! Serve as an easy, gluten free and vegetarian side dish.
Simple Vegan Pesto
Simple Vegan Pesto is made with fresh, everyday ingredients — no parmesan cheese needed. Use as a dip, marinade, or sauce. The possibilities are endless!
Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins
Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins are moist and tender on the inside with a crystal-sugar snap on the outside. Perfectly sweet and summery!
