Need a gluten-free side dish for your next potluck? We’ve got you covered with this list of 30 recipe ideas that are sure to be a hit with both gluten-free and gluten-eating guests alike!
The marvelous thing about potlucks is that you only have to make one or two dishes.
Friends, family, and neighbors alike appreciate this convenient arrangement. It makes hosting easier and more cost-effective for festive gatherings, Superbowl parties, or summer picnics.
And it’s also a fun way to add a wide variety of good food. Soon after everyone arrives, your host might need to pull out a second table to fit all the delicious contributions!
It’s a win/win, right?
Not quite.
What if you’re following a gluten-free diet or asked to bring a gluten-free side dish to the next event?
Chances are you’re already sweating.
How do you choose something that’s the perfect complement to everyone else’s dish and gluten-free as well?
We all know each dish is going to be silently judged alongside everyone else’s, so it has to be something that’s going to rock those taste buds!
Below, you’ll find 30 of the most mouthwatering, gluten-free potluck recipes to inspire your next trip to the grocery store.
All follow gluten-free dietary restrictions and offer a good balance with the other meals at your next potluck party!
Best Gluten-Free Side Dishes for Potluck Parties
1
Blueberry & Peach Arugula Salad
This colorful salad is easy to make and full of fresh flavors. With it's beautiful presentation, it's sure to be a hit at any party!
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2
Served From Scratch
Mexican Street Corn Salad
There is no bigger crowd-pleaser than street food. This corn salad is full of flavor from the onions, fresh jalapenos, and pan-seared kernels (pull out your cast iron pan for this one!). But the star of this salad is the cotija cheese, which has the same texture as feta cheese but is made with cow's milk.
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3
The Delicious Spoon
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
This elegant salad uses caramelized cauliflower florets, nutty tahini, and zesty chickpeas to create an authentic Mediterranean delight. If you don't have tahini on hand, you can mix sesame oil with Greek yogurt. It's a lovely side dish but hearty enough to satisfy as an entrée.
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4
xoxoBella
Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin
It's the ultimate comfort casserole: delicate layers of potatoes, heavy cream, and three types of cheese (smoked gouda, white cheddar, and parmesan). Try to slice the potatoes very thinly so your fork goes easily through this delicious, golden brown goodness.
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5
Two Healthy Kitchens
Tomato and Onion Salad with Peppers
When you work with simple ingredients like tomatoes, onions, and peppers, precision is important. Use tomatoes from the vine, local farmers' market, or in your garden. If you can find Hungarian wax peppers, use them. Otherwise, you can substitute with similar yellow peppers. Did you ever massage onions with salt to reduce their zing? You'll do that here!
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6
The Forked Spoon
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Yes, this is a decadent dip. But it will make all celery sticks and tortilla triangles very happy! Start with your favorite type of chicken (poached, rotisserie, or even canned) and soft, full-fat cream cheese. Make sure to use Frank's Red Hot sauce for the most vibrant flavor and aroma everyone loves.
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7
The Toasty Kitchen
Southern Potato Salad
Are you using the right spud for your potato salad? Find out which type of potato works best and how to whip up a batch of sumptuous potato salad for your summer potluck.
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8
Four Score Living
Pineapple Salad
Make no mistake: this is no ordinary salad. It's like a visit to the Hawaiian islands, but you're hanging out in your cousin's suburban backyard instead. The juicy trio of fresh pineapple, strawberries, and cucumbers with a tangy dressing makes the perfect dish to please the pickiest of eaters.
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9
Broke Bank Vegan
Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile foods, finding their way into everything from appetizers to desserts. But we forget how divine they are all on their own, cubed, mixed with spices and air-fried in under 20 minutes. And if you don't have an air fryer, simply toss it in the oven.
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10
Champagne Tastes
Brussels Sprouts Gratin
Here's a great adaptation of one of Julia Child's classic recipes. While the sprouts are roasting, you can stir up a heavenly béchamel sauce. Broil the veggies and sauce for a few minutes to achieve that golden-brown, cheesy topping your guests will drool over.
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11
Watch Learn Eat
Creamy Mushroom Dip
Any dip with cream cheese is going to be delicious but add mushrooms, and it becomes sensational! Bake in a pretty dish, deliver to the host's table, and you've got a potluck winner!
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12
Salt and Spoon
Mashed Potatoes Without Milk
An indulgent mix of heavy cream and butter turns simple mashed potatoes into a rich, fluffy side dish. To ensure the best taste and texture, simmer the sauce but do not let it come to a boil.
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13
Officially Gluten Free
Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
What do you call a recipe that starts with 'loaded' and ends with 'salad'? A beautiful compromise! Instead of a potato, you're crumbling bacon and cheese on top of two yummy vegetables tossed in a light dressing.
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14
Cooking in the Keys
Authentic Spanish Rice
If you've had many failed attempts at making authentic Spanish rice, this step-by-step recipe is filled with photos and lots of ideas on how to get it right. You can also use long-grain brown rice, and there are tips for that as well.
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15
The Bella Vita
Italian Potato Salad With Green Beans and Red Onions
This mayonnaise-free dish is a lighter version of your usual potato salad and just as delicious! The extra steps are worth it: soaking the onions ahead of time to cut the sharp taste and checking the boiling potatoes often to make sure you don't overcook them.
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16
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits
Chickpea Broccoli Salad
Salads are popular at potlucks because they travel well; this healthy salad is no exception. Lightly-steamed broccoli, chickpeas, and a few unique Mediterranean-inspired ingredients result in a great side dish.
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17
MOON and spoon and yum
Creamy Gluten-Free Macaroni Salad
Who says you can't have macaroni? This gluten-free pasta salad boasts big flavor, and most of these ingredients are already in your fridge and pantry. Try different pasta shapes, but rinse the noodles after boiling to stop the cooking process.
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18
No Frills Kitchen
Green Beans and Mushrooms with Crispy Shallots
Here's an intriguing recipe that shows you how to prepare a crispy shallot topping. It's a robust addition to the fresh green beans and mushrooms, but the flavors are simple enough to blend well with all the other potluck dishes on the table.
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19
Meaningful Eats
Gluten-Free Corn Casserole
Cornbread is one of our favorite foods, and this recipe turns it into a spoonable casserole, equally delicious and easy to make. Sour cream, two kinds of corn, and a lovely dry mix blend will ensure potluck success. You can also prepare ahead of time – just reheat in the oven before serving.
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20
My Gluten-Free Kitchen
Simple Coleslaw Recipe
This year, skip the deli because you're making the coleslaw yourself! There's hardly any prep work to be done. Simply grab a bag of shredded cabbage and matchstick carrots, add a few essential ingredients, and your dish is ready to go.
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21
Texanerin
Gluten-free Mac and Cheese
Converting a popular food to gluten-free can be tricky – sometimes, you end up with a mushy mess. This easy gluten-free recipe shares tips on avoiding the gummy, over-cooked texture and tells you when and how much salt to use when boiling the pasta.
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22
iFoodReal
Sweet Kale Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
If your party-goers are hesitant to try a kale salad, there's no way they can refuse a salad that has festive pepitas, sweet dried cranberries, and a glorious poppyseed dressing. Feel free to add the suggested toppings to vary it next time because, YES, you will be asked to bring this again to future potluck events!
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23
Savory Sweet Spoon
Air Fryer Potato Skins
Don't confuse these with bland baked potatoes. The insides are scooped out, replaced with tempting cheese and bacon, and then cooked in the air fryer until crispy. Depending on what you're craving, you can also fill with broccoli, chili, beans, or shredded BBQ chicken.
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24
Food Sharing Vegan
Easy Mediterranean White Bean Salad
This Mediterranean salad is a breeze to put together. Tomatoes, seedless cucumbers, your choice of white beans, and red onions make a delicious salad in under 10 minutes! It's perfect on its own or as a base for enticing additions like
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25
Eating Works
Garlic Butter Brussels Sprouts
Pan-frying brussels sprouts is a superb way to cook them quickly. This recipe uses butter and garlic to infuse flavor into these cute veggies. Be sure to let them sit in the pan for 1-2 minutes to caramelize before you flip them over.
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26
Mae’s Menu
Balsamic Pasta Salad
This refreshing salad includes gluten-free pasta, crunchy veggies, fresh mozzarella, balsamic dressing, and one secret ingredient to give huge bites of flavor. It's best made ahead of time, so all the seasonings have plenty of time to do their magic!
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27
Small Farm Big Life
Cheesy Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
Here's a recipe that's convenient AND made from scratch. Toss a few tantalizing ingredients into your slow cooker and check back in one hour. You'll find a tasty side dish that's gluten-free, cheesy, and perfect for creamed corn lovers everywhere.
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28
Seasonal Cravings
Cauliflower Broccoli Bake with Alfredo
The powerful duo of fresh broccoli and frozen cauliflower rice is coated with rich alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese to create an incredible casserole! It's a fun mix of textures and is sure to be scooped up quickly at your party.
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29
Aussie Home Cook
Four Bean Salad
This colorful salad uses a variety of beans with a few crunchy additions for a zesty side dish. And on hot summer days, the only cooking involves a few minutes for the green beans to boil.
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30
Cooking With Elo
Green Salad Without Lettuce
Try this delightful recipe if you prefer heartier salads with chunks of fresh vegetables and fewer leaves. There's not a bit of lettuce in this distinctively green salad plate! You'll enjoy the chewy edamame, crunchy pine nuts, and firm avocado wedges.
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If you are looking for gluten-free food for your upcoming potluck party, you might have a long shopping list now with all of these amazing ideas! Nothing is too extravagant or complicated, and the party guests will be excited to dig in.