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4-Week
Tasty Gluten-Free Meal Plan
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4-Week Tasty                                                     Tips for saving money
Gluten-Free Meal Plan                                             on quality fruits and
                                                                       vegetables:
Looking for cooking inspiration? We’ve designed this 4-
week gluten-free meal plan to make it easy for you to enjoy
flavorful, gluten-free meals with some surprising and fun          Choose fresh vegetables and
dishes. We included shopping lists to make things as simple        fruits that are in season.
as possible. You can adjust quantities based on the size of        Watch for coupons and local
your household, and make substitutions based on your               store specials.
family’s own unique tastes. Use this plan as a guide to save       Visit local farmers’ markets
time.                                                              and produce stands.
                                                                   Look into whether local
                                                                   farms offer a “u-pick” option.
                                                                   Make use of organizations
                                                                   like Imperfect Foods that
                                                                   offer lower prices for
                                                                   produce that may not look
                                                                   perfect.
                                                                   Stock up on frozen
                                                                   vegetables when on sale.
                                                                   They provide a convenient
                                                                   alternative and are generally
                                                                   as nutritious as fresh.

A Few Notes About Ingredients
Beans:                           Peanut butter:
Either cook your own beans       Almond butter makes a
(a simple process that can       good substitute, and there       IMPORTANT
be done in advance) or use       are non-nut alternatives too,
                                                                  Each time you shop, confirm
canned. (Beans are listed        like sunflower butter.
under both “dry goods” and
                                                                  that all ingredients you use
“canned/shelf-stable/frozen”     Cheeses:                         are gluten-free (see our
in Shopping Lists. Choose        When listed as “shredded” or     gluten-free label reading tips)
your preference.)                “sliced,” purchase in that       and avoid cross-contact with
                                 form for convenience or          food items that might contain
Vegetables and fruits:           shred/slice your own.            gluten (including avoiding
Fresh is generally preferred,                                     bulk bins).
but frozen is a fine
alternative.
4-Week Tasty Gluten-Free Meal Plan - gluten.org
Week 1
Check your stock of basic items like rice, eggs, corn tortillas, cheese, etc. before you head to the store.
You may not need everything on this list. Before shopping, it’s also a good idea to read through the
recipes you plan to make. There may be some ingredients you’ll choose to skip or substitute.

The amounts you need to purchase may vary depending on your supply at home and the size of your
family.

Snacks are not included. Don’t forget to look at the Snack Options listed below the meal plan, and pick up
enough for the week!

        WEEK 1                        BREAKFAST                               LUNCH                             DINNER

                              Scrambled eggs, Mexican-style:                                         Grilled salmon with green salad
                              add in sautéed onion, tomato,      Minestrone soup with GF crackers    and arepas (double arepa recipe to
       Monday                 spinach, and cheese. With corn                                         have leftovers for Wednesday
                              tortillas.                                                              breakfast)

                              Gluten-free oatmeal* with          Vegetarian bean burgers (use GF     Chicken Fajitas with corn
                              chopped almonds, frozen berries,   BBQ sauce) with a side of spinach   tortillas
       Tuesday                milk and a touch of brown sugar.   salad

                              Arepas filled with cheese and      Mediterranean zucchini and          Roasted chicken with steamed
                                                                 chickpea salad                      broccoli and brown rice (save
     Wednesday                scrambled eggs (use leftover
                              arepas from Monday dinner)                                             bones for Thursday lunch recipe)

                              Greek yogurt topped with sliced    Leftover roast chicken soup with    Vegetarian white bean chili
       Thursday               banana and GF granola              green beans and carrots

                              Scrambled eggs, Mexican-style      Chicken, Brussel sprouts and        Spaghetti squash casserole
         Friday               with tomato, cheese, and onions.   mushroom salad
                              With corn tortillas

                                                                 Corn tortilla tacos filled with     Grilled tilapia and roasted
                              GF banana pancakes                 beans, quinoa, avocado and          cauliflower. See “How to roast
       Saturday                                                  spinacha pancakes                   any vegetable”

                                                                                                     Chicken stir fry with broccoli,
                              Omelet with tomatoes,              Cheese quesadillas
                                                                                                     onion, mushroom, and bell pepper
        Sunday                mushrooms and spinach, with        and tomato soup
                                                                                                     served with rice (Use ½ recipe of
                              sliced apple on the side
                                                                                                     all purpose stir-fry sauce)

*Use only oats/oatmeal that are certified gluten-free.

Dessert of the Week: Frozen yogurt bites.
On other days, enjoy a piece of fruit to end your meal with something sweet.

Snack Options
   Piece of fresh fruit
   Cheese and rice crackers
   Banana, apple, or celery with peanut or almond butter
   Veggies with hummus
   Applesauce and string cheese
   Guacamole with veggies and corn tortilla chips
   Walnuts and dates
4-Week Tasty Gluten-Free Meal Plan - gluten.org
Week 1 Shopping List
                                                                                       CANNED/SHELF
        PRODUCE                  MEAT & DAIRY                 DRY GOODS
                                                                                       STABLE/FROZEN

Zucchini (M, W, Sa)          Greek yogurt (Th, D)       GF all-purpose flour (Sa)   Chickpeas (W)

Tomatoes (M, W, F, Sa, Su)   Feta cheese (W)            Corn tortillas              Cannellini beans (M, Th)
                                                        (M, Tu, F, Sa, Su)
Bell peppers (Tu, Su)        Whole chicken (W)                                      Black beans (Tu, Sa)

Red bell pepper (W)          Eggs (M, W, F, Sa, Su)     Pre-cooked white corn       Corn (Tu)
                                                        meal (for arepas) (M)
Broccoli (W, Su)             Boneless chicken breasts                               Navy beans (Th)
                             (Tu, Th, F)                Almonds (Tu)
Avocado (Th, Sa)                                                                    Chickpeas (Th)
                             Shredded cheese            Brown Rice (Tu, W, Su)
Brussel sprouts (F)          (M, W, F, Su)                                          Diced green chiles (Th)
                                                        GF granola (Th)
Banana (Th, Sa)                                                                     Kidney beans (M)
                             Tilapia (Sa)
                                                        Quinoa (Sa)
Onions                                                                              Crushed tomatoes (F)
(M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su)    Salmon (M)                 GF panko (Tu)
                                                                                    Fire roasted tomatoes (M)
Berries (Tu, D)              Milk (Tu, Sa)              GF pasta (M)
                                                                                    Tomato soup (S)
Limes (Tu, Th)                                          GF crackers (M)
                             Lean ground beef (F, Su)
Spaghetti squash (F)                                    GF oats (Tu, Sat)
                             Fontina cheese (F)
Spinach (M, Sa)                                         Beans (Tu, Sa)
Green beans (W, Th)

Mushrooms (F, Su)

Cauliflower (Th, Sa)

Green chiles (Tu)

Arugula (M, F)

Celery (Tu, F)

Apple (Su)

Cilantro (Th)

Carrots (Th)

Oranges (Su)

Basil (M)

Potatoes (Th)

Shallot (F)

 Miscellaneous: Tomato paste, vegetable broth, coconut aminos, fish sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, red
 wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, salsa, honey, walnuts, maple syrup, sugar, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise,
 Kalamata olives, capers, GF chicken stock, GF salad dressing or make your own vinaigrette, avocado oil,
 olive oil, GF BBQ sauce, cinnamon, GF taco seasoning, salt, paprika, fresh rosemary, turmeric, cardamom,
 chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried basil, rosemary, oregano, parsley flakes, garlic powder, ginger
 powder, cloves, black pepper, bay leaf, allspice, nutmeg, vanilla extract.
Week 2
Reminder: Check your stock of basic items like rice, eggs, corn tortillas, cheese, etc. before you head to
the store – you may not need everything on this list. Before shopping, it’s also a good idea to read
through the recipes you plan to make – there may be some ingredients you’ll choose to skip or substitute.

The amounts you need to purchase may vary depending on your supply at home and on the size of your
family.

Snacks not included. Don’t forget to look at the Snack Options from Week 1. And pick up enough for the
week!

        WEEK 2                      BREAKFAST                                  LUNCH                               DINNER

                           Mushroom and cheese                    Indian Coconut Vegetable Curry       Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with
       Monday              Quesadillas with corn tortillas        with brown rice                      ground beef and brown rice

                           Omelet with tomatoes,                  Fish tacos with corn tortillas and   Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
                           mushrooms and spinach with
       Tuesday             corn tortillas
                                                                  mango salsa

                           Greek yogurt topped                    Chicken Tinga Tostadas               Sweet potato risotto
                                                                  with cabbage and salsa garnish
     Wednesday             with sliced banana, GF granola,
                           and a drizzle of honey

                           Country Style Potatoes with an         Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon (use      Vegetable Enchiladas stuffed with
      Thursday             egg.                                   GF soy sauce or tamari) with         cheese and beans
                                                                  brown rice

                           GF toast or corn tortilla, tomatoes,   Beef stuffed sweet potato            Teriyaki chicken stir fry with rice
        Friday             and scrambled eggs                                                          and broccoli (use GF teriyaki
                                                                                                       sauce)

                                                                  Indian Aloo Gobi with rice           Tofu Stir-Fry with rice
                           Omelet with tomatoes and
                                                                                                       (use GF soy sauce or tamari)
      Saturday             spinach, with corn tortillas

                                                                                                       Roasted chicken with Garlic
                           GF pancakes with berries               Rice, vegetable, and cheese bake
                                                                                                       roasted potatoes and steamed
       Sunday                                                                                          green beans

Dessert of the Week: Blooming apples with ice cream

On other days, enjoy a piece of fruit to end your meal with something sweet.
Week 2 Shopping List
                                                                                        CANNED/SHELF
        PRODUCE                  MEAT & DAIRY                  DRY GOODS
                                                                                        STABLE/FROZEN

Zucchini (M, Th)             Greek yogurt (W)            GF all-purpose flour (Su)   Tomato sauce (M, F)
Tomatoes (M, W, F, Sa, Su)
                             Eggs                        Corn tortillas              Canned chipotles (W, F)
Red, and any color bell      (M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su)   (M, Tu, W, Sa, Su)
peppers (Th, Sa)                                                                     (confirm GF status)
                             Parmesan cheese (W)         Arborio rice (W)
Green cabbage (M, W)                                                                 Black beans (Th)
Avocado (Tu, W)              Greek yogurt (Th)           Peanuts (Tu)
                                                                                     Kidney beans (Th)
Sweet potato (W, F)          Shredded cheese             Brown Rice
                                                                                     Salsa (W)
Banana (W, Sa)               (M, W, Th, F, Su)           (M, Th, F, Sa, Su)
Onions                                                                               Chicken stock (Su)
                             Tilapia or Cod (Tu)         GF granola (W)
(M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su)
                                                                                     Coconut milk (M)
                             Salmon (Th)                 Long grain rice (Su)
Red onion (Tu, W)
                                                                                     Tomatoes (M)
Broccoli (F, Sa, Su)         Milk (M, Tu, Su)            Black Beans (Th)
Limes (Tu, Th)                                                                       Tomato puree (Th)
                             Lean ground beef (M, F)     Kidney beans (Th)
Mango (Tu)                                                                           Chicken broth (Th)
                             Boneless chicken breast
Spinach (Tu, W, Sa)
                             (W, F, Su)                                              Brown rice flour (Su)
Green beans (M, Sa, Su)
Mushrooms (M, Tu, Su)        Sour cream (Tu, W, F)                                   Frozen mixed vegetables
                                                                                     (Su)
Cauliflower (M, Th, Sa)      Buttermilk (Su)
Green chiles (M, Tu)
                             Ice cream (D)
Potatoes (Th, Sa, Su)
Squash (Tu)                  Queso fresco (W)

Pineapple (Tu)               Tofu (Tu, Sa)
Bean sprouts (Tu)
Carrots (M, Sa)
Berries (Su)
Apples (D)
Garlic (M, Su)
Ginger (M)
Scallions (T, F,Sa)
Cilantro (Tu,Th, Sa)
Shallots (W)
Parsley (Su)
Jalapeño (Tu)

 Miscellaneous: Corn starch, tomato paste, GF teriyaki sauce, tamarind, salsa, honey, maple syrup, sugar, fish
 sauce, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, roasted salted peanuts, chopped pecans, GF bread/corn
 tortillas, curry powder, cinnamon, chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander powder, GF taco
 seasoning, ginger, salt, paprika, turmeric, cardamom, dried basil, rosemary, oregano, parsley flakes,
 black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, dry mango powder, GF salad dressing or make your own
 vinaigrette, olive oil, white wine vinegar.
Week 3
Reminder: Check your stock of basic items like rice, eggs, corn tortillas, cheese, etc. before you head to
the store – you may not need everything on this list. Before shopping, it’s also a good idea to read
through the recipes you plan to make – there may be some ingredients you’ll choose to skip or substitute.

The amounts you need to purchase may vary depending on your supply at home and the size of your
family.

Snacks not included – don’t forget to look at the Snack Options from Week 1 and pick up enough for the
week!

        WEEK 3                     BREAKFAST                             LUNCH                               DINNER

                           Egg and potato scramble and      Chicken quesadilla (corn/GF          Steak and New Potato Toss
       Monday              orange or apple slices           tortilla) with shredded lettuce,     with green salad
                                                            tomato and salsa

                           Greek yogurt with GF             Tuna salad sandwich on               Stuffed Baked Potato with Pesto
                           granola and peach or apple
       Tuesday             slices
                                                            GF bread                             and Eggs

                           Smoothie with frozen             Taco salad: rice, beans (canned      Chicken curry with vegetables
                                                            or cook your own beans), onion,      with rice
     Wednesday             berries, Greek yogurt and milk
                           with peanut butter and banana    tomato, lettuce, salsa, and cheese

                           GF toast or corn tortilla,       Grilled chicken sandwich on GF       Lentil soup with tossed lettuce
                                                            toast, with lettuce and tomato
      Thursday             sliced avocado and fried egg
                                                            (Grill enough chicken to use in
                                                                                                 and tomato salad
                                                            Friday night’s stir fry.)

                                                                                                 Chicken stir-fry with broccoli,
                           GF oatmeal with banana and       Turkey sandwich on GF                onion, mushroom and bell pepper
        Friday             peanut butter                    bread with tomato and lettuce        served with brown rice (use ½ recipe
                                                                                                 of all purpose stir-fry sauce)

                                                                                                 Oven roasted chicken with lemon
                           Scrambled eggs with onion and    Mediterranean Turkey Skillet         slices, onion, zucchini and red
      Saturday             peppers, and orange slices       (use canned beans, or cook your      potato (save leftovers for Sunday
                                                            own beans)                           lunch)

                           Egg and banana pancakes with     Tex-Mex Chicken Quinoa               California-style burger wraps with
       Sunday              peanut butter                    (use chicken leftovers from Sat.     lettuce, tomato and avocado. (No
                                                                                                 bun required)
                                                            night

Dessert of the Week: GF Peanut butter chocolate chunk cookies
On other days, enjoy a piece of fruit to end your meal with something sweet.
Week 3 Shopping List
                                                                                            CANNED/SHELF
        PRODUCE                   MEAT & DAIRY                   DRY GOODS
                                                                                            STABLE/FROZEN

Avocado (Th, Su)              Bacon (Tu)                   GF Bread (M, Tu, Th, F, Su)   Beans (W, Sa, Su)
Bananas (F, Su)               Butter (Su)                  GF Cracker (Th)               Pesto (Tu)
Banana Peppers (Sa)           Shredded Cheese (M,W,Su)     GF Flour (Su)                 Tuna (Tu)
Broccoli (M, W, F)
                              Sliced Cheese (F)            GF Granola (Tu)               GF Chicken or Vegetable
Bell Peppers (M, F, Sa, Su)                                                              stock (Th)
                              Boneless Chicken Breast      GF Oatmeal (F)
Carrots (W,Th)                (M, W, Sa, Su)                                             Berries (W)
                                                           Corn/ GF tortillas (M)
Lemon (Sa)                                                                               Coconut milk (W)
                              Eggs (M, T, Th, Su)
                                                           Peanut butter (F, Su)
Lime (W,Su)
                              Beef steak (M)                                             Diced tomatoes (W,Th,Sa)
Lettuce (M, W, Th)                                         Brown rice (F)
                              Ground turkey (Sa)
Bibb lettuce (Su)                                          Quinoa (W, Su)
                              Lean ground beef (Su)
Mushroom (F)                                               Beans (W, Sa, Su)
Spinach (Tu, Su)              Greek yogurt, plain (T, W)
                                                           Lentils (Th)
Onion (M, W, Th, F, Sa,)      Ice cream (dessert)
                                                           Brown rice (F)
Red onion (Su)                Milk (W, Su, dessert)

Summer Squash (Su)            Sliced turkey (F)
Tomato                        Feta Cheese (Su)
(M, W, Th, F, Sa, Su)

Peaches (Tu)

Potato (M, Tu)

Red potatoes (M, Sa)

Zucchini (Sa, Su)

Apple/Orange (M)

Garlic (Th,Sa)

Orange (F,Sa)

Cilantro (Su)

 Miscellaneous: Bittersweet chocolate, peanut butter, Miracle Whip Light, salsa, honey, brown sugar, maple
 syrup, balsamic vinegar, cider vinegar, rice vinegar, GF fish sauce, GF bread, pesto, salsa, red Thai curry
 paste, parmesan cheese, GF salad dressing or make your own vinaigrette, cinnamon, thyme, mustard,
 ketchup, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, ginger powder, cumin,
 chili powder, turmeric, cardamom, dried basil, parsley flakes, black pepper, bay leaves, allspice, nutmeg,
 oregano
Week 4
Reminder: Check your stock of basic items like rice, eggs, corn tortillas, cheese, etc. before you head to
the store – you may not need everything on this list. Before shopping, it’s also a good idea to read
through the recipes you plan to make – there may be some ingredients you’ll choose to skip or substitute.

The amounts you need to purchase may vary depending on your supply at home and the size of your
family.

Snacks not included – don’t forget to look at the Snack Options from Week 1 and pick up enough for the
week!

        WEEK 4                      BREAKFAST                               LUNCH                                DINNER

                           French toast with sliced            Chicken salad with celery             Quinoa and baked chicken
       Monday              banana on top (use gluten-free      sticks and GF crackers                breast with sautéed zucchini and
                           bread)                                                                    carrots

                           GF toast or corn tortilla, sliced   Taco salad: lettuce, beans, rice,      GF Chili Beef Pasta and
                           avocado, sliced tomato and
       Tuesday             egg (scrambled or fried)
                                                               tomato, avocado, and cheese            green salad with spinach

                                                               Lentil soup with GF crackers          Baked salmon with broccoli and
                           GF oatmeal with chopped
                                                                                                     brown rice
     Wednesday             apple and a pinch of cinnamon

                           Banana and peanut butter            Chicken quesadilla, with              Loaded Baked Potato Soup
                                                               lettuce and tomato
      Thursday             smoothie                                                                  with tossed green salad

                                                                                                     Chicken stir-fry with onion, bell
                           Breakfast scramble with             Cauliflower bowls                     pepper, and zucchini served over
        Friday             egg, mushroom and spinach                                                 Asian rice noodles (Use ½ recipe of
                                                                                                     all-purpose stir-fry sauce)

                           Pancakes, with a dollop of yogurt   Grilled chicken, corn, bell pepper,   Hamburger on GF bun with
      Saturday             and berries on top.                 and avocado on a green salad          lettuce, tomato, and avocado.

                           Scrambled eggs with sautéed bell                                          Shepherd's Pie with tossed
                                                               Quinoa and Black Bean-Stuffed
                           pepper, onion and mushroom.
       Sunday              Serve with sliced avocado on top
                                                               Peppers
                                                                                                     lettuce, cucumber, and tomato
                                                                                                     salad
                           and orange slices on the side.

Dessert of the Week: Chewy gluten-free brownies
On other days, enjoy a piece of fruit to end your meal with something sweet.
Week 4 Shopping List
                                                                                       CANNED/SHELF
        PRODUCE                 MEAT & DAIRY                    DRY GOODS
                                                                                       STABLE/FROZEN

Avocado (Tu, Sa, Su)       Bacon ( Th, F)                 Cocoa (dessert)           Beans (Tu, Su)
Bananas (M,Th)             Butter (W, Th, dessert)        GF Bread (M, Tu)          Corn (Sa)
Broccoli (W,Sa)            Shredded Cheese                GF Cracker (M)            Lentil Soup (W)
Bell Peppers (F, Sa, Su)   (Tu, Th, F, Su)
                                                          GF Flour (Sa, dessert)    Pesto (Th)
Carrots (M)                Shredded Monterey Jack
                                                          GF Oatmeal (W)            Tomato juice (Tu)
Celery (M)                 cheese (Su)
                                                          GF Spiral pasta (Tu)      Tomato paste (Tu, Su)
Cucumber (Su)              Sliced Cheese (Sa)
                                                          Corn Tortillas (Tu, Th)   Chicken or Vegetable
Cauliflower (F, Su)
                           Chicken Breast                                           stock (W)
Lemon (W)                  (M, Th, F, Sa)                 Almond butter (Th)
                                                                                    Chicken broth (Th)
Lettuce (Tu, Th, Sa,Su)                                   Rice (Tu)
                           Eggs (T, F, Sa, Su, dessert)
                                                                                    Can diced tomatoes (W)
Limes (M, F)                                              Brown rice (W)
                           Lean ground beef (T, Sa)
Mushroom (F,Su)                                           Xanthan gum (dessert)     Beef stock (Su)
                           Ground beef or lamb (Su)
Scallions (F)                                             Quinoa (M, Su)
                           Greek yogurt Vanilla (Su)
Spinach (F, Sa)
                                                          Lentils (W)
                           Milk (W, Th, Sa)
Onion (M, F, Su)
                                                          Asian rice noodles (F)
Oranges (Su)               Salmon (W)
                                                          GF hamburger buns (Sa)
Tomato (Tu, Th, Sa, Su)    Sour Cream (W, Th, F)
                                                          Beans (Tu, Su)
Peas (W)                   Yogurt (Sa)

Potatoes (Th, Su)          Reduced fat ricotta cheese
                           (Su)
Scallions (Th,F)

Zucchini (M, F)

Apple (W)

Berries (Sa)

 Miscellaneous: Salsa, honey, maple syrup, sugar, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, cornstarch, GF
 Worcestershire sauce, arrowroot powder, vanilla, peanut butter, GF salad dressing or make your own
 vinaigrette, cinnamon, salt, paprika, oregano, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, parsley,
 bay leaves, thyme, allspice, nutmeg.
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