Gluten-Free & Gut Health during Holidays
Gluten-Free Desserts and Savory Dishes: A Treat for Your Gut
The holidays wouldn't be complete without a sweet treat. However, traditional desserts can be loaded with sugar and gluten, which can wreak havoc on your gut. Here are gluten-free desserts
options that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt.
Chocolate Avocado Mousse:
Ingredients:
2 ripe avocados
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Chill for a few hours.
Serve with fresh berries and a dollop of coconut cream.
Chia Seed Pudding: Great Fiber!
Ingredients:
1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients in a jar.
Refrigerate overnight.
Top with sliced almonds, berries, and a drizzle of honey.
Gluten-Free Stuffing: A Classic Reimagined
Stuffing is a beloved holiday side dish that often contains gluten-packed bread. Try this gluten-free alternative
that's just as flavorful.
Ingredients:
1 loaf gluten-free bread, cut into cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped pecans
2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, sauté onions, celery, and garlic in olive oil until softened.
Combine gluten-free bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, herbs, cranberries, and pecans in a large bowl.
Pour vegetable broth over the mixture until moist but not soggy.
Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Less Sugar
Store-bought cranberry sauce often contains excessive amounts of sugar. Make your own healthier version:
Ingredients:
1 bag of fresh cranberries
1/2 cup orange juice
Zest of 1 orange
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
Instructions:
In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, and orange zest.
Simmer on low heat until cranberries burst, and the mixture thickens.
Add honey or maple syrup to taste.
Let it cool before serving.
Pumpkin Chiffon Pie with a Nut Crust
Finish your holiday meal with a light and luscious pumpkin pie that's gluten-free and gentle on the gut.
Ingredients:
For the Nut Crust:
1 cup almonds or pecans
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
A pinch of salt
For the Pumpkin Filling:
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp cloves
4 eggs
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Blend nuts, coconut oil, honey, and salt in a food processor for the crust.
Press the mixture into a pie dish and bake for 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together all the pumpkin-filling ingredients.
Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until the filling is set.
Let it cool before slicing.
Treat your taste buds
and gut to a healthier feast this holiday season. These gluten-free desserts and savory gut-friendly recipes allow you to enjoy the season's flavors without sacrificing your well-being. Happy and healthy holidays to you and your loved ones! Gluten-free bread, gluten-free bread, gluten-free bread.
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