HAPPY SUMMER!

Summer has officially started, although the weather here in New York can’t decide if it is August or April. We’re coping with this bipolar weather by sticking to our usual summery fare: grilled food, fresh ingredients, and light meals. Summer is a time to savor our food and chill out (literally and figuratively). What better time to start doing that if you haven’t already than Independence Day? Below you’ll find a variety of gluten free patriotic, summery, American, and grill centric recipes that’ll rock your world as much as a spectacular fireworks show. All recipes  were gathered with the author’s permission, and other allergen statements are indicated at the end in italics. Enjoy, and may your Independence Day and summer be awesome!

Sides and Salads

Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon and Chives by Raia’s Recipes

Ranch Flavored Cole Slaw by The Heritage Cook

Modern Macaroni Salad by Strength and Sunshine (Grain Free, Vegan)

Chilled Black Bean Salad by Celtic Celiac

Firecrackers Salad by The Heritage Cook

Main Dishes

Easy Grilled Gluten Free Ribs with Sweet and Spicy Dry Rub by My Gluten Free Miami

Sweet Potato Salmon Sliders by Casey the College Celiac (Dairy and Egg Free, Vegan option)

The Greatest Grilled Chicken Ever by Strength and Sunshine (Egg, Dairy, Soy and Nut Free)

Veggie Packed Blueberry Pie Smoothie Bowl by Casey the College Celiac (Vegan)

Grilled Skirt Steak by What The Fork Food Blog

Gluten Free Cajun Shrimp Skewers by Celtic Celiac (Dairy and Egg Free)

Desserts

Red White and Blue Graham Cracker Bowls by Nutrimom

Strawberry Limeade Popsicles by My Gluten Free Miami

Strawberry Cheesecake Pizza by Allergy Phoods (Dairy Free)

Berry Patriotic Chia Seed Pudding by Tasting Page (Dairy Free)

Gluten Free Fruit Pizza by MI Gluten Free Gal

Icebox Cake and Cake Jars by Go Dairy Free (Dairy Free)

Shark Bites by Allergy Phoods

Patriotic Dark Chocolate Brownie Balls by My Gluten Free Kitchen (Dairy Free)

Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake by What The Fork Food Blog

Vegan Yogurt Mousse by Go Dairy Free (Dairy Free, No Sugar)

Blueberry Compote Ice Cream by Raia’s Recipes

Watermelon Pizza with Cream Cheese Icing by Wholesome Yum (Sugar free)