Embracing a gluten-free Christmas doesn’t mean compromising on taste or tradition. Here are some delicious ideas for a more inclusive festive feast.

As the festive season approaches, many of us are on the lookout for delicious and dietary-inclusive culinary options.

This special collection of gluten-free Christmas recipes ensures everyone at your table can indulge in the season’s cheer.

We’ve carefully curated a variety of dishes, from savoury delights to sweet treats, each crafted to bring the essence of Christmas to every palate, sans gluten.

Whether you’re a seasoned gluten-free cook or attempting to adapt your menu for the first time, these recipes promise to add a touch of magic to your holiday feast.

Host an epic gluten-free feast with these mouthwateringly merry recipes:

• Gluten-free snacks and starters
• Gluten-free Christmas roasts
• Gluten-free Christmas salads and sides
• Gluten-free Christmas desserts
• Gluten-free Christmas baking

Gluten-free snacks and starters

The magic of a Christmas feast often starts with the snacks and starters.

But gluten-free doesn’t mean boring; it opens a door to a world of creative and delicious options.

Think of elegant prawn lettuce cups, crispy eggplant bejewelled with pomegranate arils, or stuffed mushrooms bursting with flavor.

These starters set the tone for the feast, tantalising the taste buds while ensuring everyone can enjoy without hesitation.

Middle Eastern eggplant with falafels and pomegranate

If you’re looking for an easy gluten-free and vegetarian recipe to serve when entertaining this silly season, then this Middle Eastern-inspired eggplant dish is the ticket.

Quinoa fritters with coriander sour cream

These light and healthy gluten-free fritters are a quick and easy option to add your festive finger food menu.

Melon balls and mozzarella

Give your summer entertaining an unexpected twist with these melon and mozzarella skewers. Plus, this fun snack is ready in just two simple steps.

Roasted hemp and macadamia mushrooms

High in protein and brimming with essential fatty acids, these roasted hemp mushrooms from Luke Hines are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Summer superfood rolls

Fresh, light and beautifully delicate, these rice paper rolls filled with healthy veggies and chia seeds will be a perfect addition to your festive spread.

Prawn, watermelon and cashew lettuce cups with coconut avocado dressing

Elevate your prawn cocktails with these snackable, gluten-free lettuce cups instead from our very own Zoe Bingley-Pullin. Check out more of her favourite healthy Christmas recipes.

Gluten-free Christmas roasts

In the heart of a gluten-free Christmas is the joy of cooking. The process begins with selecting the right ingredients.

Picture a festive table adorned with a succulent roasted pork or glazed ham, both naturally gluten-free and mouthwatering.

Here are some of our top picks.

Roast lamb with caramelised onion and pesto

A simple homemade pesto takes this traditional lamb roast to the next level. We’re pretty certain you won’t have to worry about leftovers with this one.

Macadamia and pistachio nut roast with spiced yoghurt sauce

This gluten-free, vegetarian nut roast is bursting with nutty goodness and flavour. Plus, take the stress out of festive entertaining by cooking it the day before and reheating the next day.

Grilled lobster tails with mango-ginger salsa and mint

Entertain friends and family at your next barbecue with these unbelievably simple grilled lobster tails, packed with a kick of lime and sweet mango.

Roast pork and maple stone fruits

How do you make roast pork belly even more mouth-watering? Add a northern Christmas flavour with a touch of maple syrup, combined with the tender sweetness of oven-baked nectarines and peaches.

Roast chicken with pine nuts and watercress

It’s the ultimate comfort food: perfect roast chicken. Get set for your festive best with this simple yet satisfying family favourite: just add your trimmings of choice and voilà!

Gluten-free Christmas salads and sides

Gluten-free salads and sides are the unsung heroes of the Christmas feast, bringing color, texture, and variety to every plate.

These dishes are not just accompaniments; they are integral to creating a balanced, inclusive, and utterly delicious festive dining experience for everyone at the table.

Crispy sweet potato slices with oregano salt

You’ll never look at potato the same ways after making these crispy sweet potato slices. A simple way to jazz up sweet potatoes – and turn them from humble side dish to the talking point of your festive feasting.

Sautéed asparagus with romesco sauce

Take advantage of fresh, in-season produce with Luke Hines’ asparagus topped with a rich romesco sauce.

Stuffed pumpkin with avocado pesto

Add some festive cheer with this colourful roast pumpkin for a simple yet stunning vegetarian side. The sweet notes of the pumpkin are enhanced by the creamy avocado pesto and micro herbs.

Roasted Brussels sprouts with paprika and cashew dip

Banish those childhood memories and reinvent these humble roasted Brussels sprouts, accompanied by a zingy, nutty dip.

Smoked paprika-roasted hasselback potato gratin

A garlicky yoghurt drizzle provides the ultimate finishing touch to this super-easy gluten-free potato gratin, which makes a perfect companion to your festive roast.

Rocket and sweet potato salad with crispy quinoa

Take your salad game to a whole new level with this must-try rocket, quinoa and sweet potato salad recipe, perfect for those craving a stress-free healthy meal with a burst of flavour.

Gluten-free broccoli tabbouleh salad

A gluten-free tabbouleh salad with a juicy and salty dressing that is made from the humble vegetable ingredient – broccoli.

Summer greens, strawberries and halloumi salad

This easy tossed greens and berry salad combines leafy greens with the sweetness of strawberries and the tangy taste of halloumi cheese.

Spinach, radicchio and fig salad

As well as being delicious and easy to prep, this spinach, radicchio and fig salad will add a festive touch to any celebration.

Gluten-free Christmas desserts

The grand finale of a gluten-free Christmas feast lies in its desserts, a sweet testament to the joy of the season.

Think delicate pavlovas, with their crisp meringue shells and light, airy interiors, topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream, zesty gluten-free cheesecakes or fresh gluten-free cakes.

These desserts are more than just sweet treats; they’re a celebration of tradition, ensuring that everyone at the table can indulge in the joy and sweetness of the festive season.

Pavlova wreath topped with fresh fruit

Pavlovas are a traditional Aussie favourite. For a holiday twist, try this tres festive pavlova wreath – a classic summer dessert topped with oodles of seasonal fruit.

Gluten-free blueberry cheesecake

This recipe for a no-bake blueberry cheesecake uses Greek yoghurt to add a tang that cuts through the richness of cream cheese without detracting from the wonderful creaminess. To save time, the base can be made with gluten-free digestive biscuits.

Spiced roasted pineapple with peanut crunch

This sweet dish sings with the flavours of summer… caramelised pineapple with maple-sweetened peanuts and luscious, creamy coconut yoghurt. Serve them on a big platter and let your guests go nuts.

Pear and coconut upside-down cake

You can have your cake and eat it too with this gluten- and sugar-free upside-down cake that doesn’t compromise on flavour or nourishment.

Luke Hines mixed berry rocky road

Pair your favourite nuts and seeds with good quality dark chocolate to make this quick and easy mixed berry rocky road. It’s healthy indulgence at its best.

Gluten-free Christmas baking

Having a gluten sensitivity doesn’t mean you have to miss out on what is, arguably, the best part of the festive season: shortbread cookies and gingerbread people.

Christmas baking is a delightful exploration of alternative flours and creative adaptations.

These gluten-free baked goods don’t just mimic their traditional counterparts; they give them a good run for their money.

Gluten-free lemon shortbread

Add a little lemon zing to your day with this delicious gluten-free lemon shortbread. If you’re not a citrus fan, leave out the lemon zest for a deliciously buttery plain shortbread.

Luke Hines’ gluten-free spiced gingerbread men

This healthier, gluten-free gingerbread sings with the flavours of Christmas, looks super cute loaded onto a festive platter and tastes amazing. Why not make a batch any time of year!

Written by Tianna Nadalin.