18 Gluten-Free Sides That Prove Eating Well Never Lacks Flavor

Gluten-free eating can be both wholesome and exciting with the right recipes on hand. These 18 gluten-free side dishes deliver everything you love about good food—rich flavors, satisfying textures, and easy prep—without compromising on taste. You’ll find colorful salads, roasted veggies, casseroles, and grains that pair perfectly with any main course. Great for gatherings, holidays, or everyday meals, these sides make gluten-free dining deliciously effortless.

Instant Pot Cauliflower

A bowl of creamy yellow soup with vegetables, topped with green onions, sits next to a small dish of sliced green onions on a dark surface. — Instant Pot Low Carb Cauliflower Soup Recipe with Bacon and Cheese. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Cauliflower couldn't be easier to make! Just 1 minute under pressure gives you perfectly steamed cauliflower! Simply seasoned, this recipe is great for keto, paleo and gluten-free diets.
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Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

Enjoy crispy and delicious brussel sprouts in only 10 minutes with this air fryer recipe! Needing only six ingredients, this side dish is sure to grace your weeknight menu over and over again. These brussel sprouts are nutrient-rich, high in fiber, and are gluten-free!
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Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Discover a delicious holiday twist with our roasted green beans and seasoned potato chunks on a baking sheet. Perfect for Thanksgiving, this easy green bean recipe offers a savory delight that complements any festive feast. — Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Roasted potatoes and green beans make for a delicious and easy side dish! Complex carbs and a starch, all you need to do is add your favorite protein! These roasted vegetables are vegan and gluten-free!
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Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli

Frozen broccoli florets roasted on an air fryer tray. — Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Keeping frozen broccoli on hand is a great option for an easy side dish but no one enjoys eating it as mush! This air fryer frozen broccoli recipe results in crispy seasoned broccoli florets everyone will love! It’s easy, quick and will instantly become a favorite.
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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Golden brown with crispy buttery edges, these hasselback potatoes made in the air fryer are the ultimate side dish. Seasoned simply with garlic, salt, pepper and fresh chives, they pair perfectly with almost any meal and couldn’t be easier to make!
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Instant Pot Mexican Rice

Plate of Mexican rice. — Instant Pot Mexican Rice. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Delicious, perfect Mexican rice, every time! Instant Pot Mexican Rice is easy and the perfect side dish!
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Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Feta, Pomegranate and Balsamic

Roasted brussels sprouts with pomegranate and goat cheese. — Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Feta, Pomegranate and Balsamic. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Easy air fryer Brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Drizzled with balsamic, feta, and pomegranate.
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Sauteed cabbage with peppers

A plate with mashed potatoes and meat on it. — Sauteed cabbage with peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Russian sauteed cabbage is cooked in a smoky onion, tomato and pepper sauce, until it is silky, glistening and melting in your mouth.
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Hasselback Potatoes

Get ready for the best potatoes of your life! This Hasselback potatoes recipe is easy to follow the thin slices of potato skin crisp up beautifully in the oven, and the inside is nice and fluffy. Perfect for a side dish or even as a main course, these potatoes will have everyone at the table coming back for more. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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Dauphinoise Potatoes

Looking for a delicious and easy potato dish to make for dinner? Look no further dauphinoise potatoes are a classic French dish and for good reason! They are the perfect side dish for a special dinner or holiday meal. This dish is made with thinly sliced potatoes, cream, garlic, and cheese, and is the perfect way to impress your dinner guests with minimal effort. Plus, it's easy to make ahead of time so you can relax and enjoy your evening. Best of all, they're absolutely delicious.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

A plate of sweet potato fries with a wooden spoon. — Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are the ultimate sidekick for pretty much any meal, swapping out the guilt of deep-fried regular fries for all the flavor and fun you could want. They're super easy to whip up: just a few ingredients, a bit of tossing and shaking, and voilà!
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Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks

These delicious roasted cabbage steaks are tender, bursting with flavor, easy to make, and make the perfect weeknight side dish.
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Easy and Tasty Roasted Okra Recipe

My simple and delicious roasted okra recipe turns the biggest okra skeptics into okra lovers! This tasty side dish is smoky and savory with a delightful texture.
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Quick Cabbage Apple Slaw

This Quick Cabbage Apple Slaw recipe is a delightful, refreshing choice when you’re looking to add a burst of flavor and color to your meals.
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Tasty Tofu Bok Choy Stir Fry (15-minute Side Dish)

A bowl of stir-fried bok choy with tofu, dried red chilies, and sesame seeds. A pair of chopsticks rests on the bowl's edge. Rice is visible in a separate bowl nearby. — Tasty Tofu Bok Choy Stir Fry (15-minute Side Dish). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can make this tofu bok choy stir fry in no time.
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Shrimp And Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe (Quick & Tasty)

A dish of stir-fried shrimp and cabbage on a black plate with chopsticks on the side. — Shrimp And Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe (Quick & Tasty). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This simple shrimp and cabbage stir fry recipe combines succulent shrimp, crisp cabbage, and delicious sauces that burst with flavors.
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Chinese Long Beans Recipe (Stir Fried With Garlic)

A plate of stir-fried green beans garnished with sesame seeds and minced garlic. — Chinese Long Beans Recipe (Stir Fried With Garlic). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This Chinese long beans recipe is a must-try if you love Chinese food. It offers a crunchy texture and is loaded with flavors.
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Perilla Leaf Kimchi: A Taste of Korean Tradition

Perilla leaves coated in a spicy red sauce with diced onions and sesame seeds on a white plate. — Perilla Leaf Kimchi: A Taste of Korean Tradition. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Perilla leaf kimchi is a type of kimchi that is made with perilla leaves instead of the traditional cabbage.
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