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Holiday entertaining doesn’t have to be a pain when it comes to special diets. Nowadays there are plenty of options out there that everyone can safely enjoy stuffing their faces with. These gluten-free and paleo recipes can be served for Easter brunch and beyond. Whether you avoid the tricky protein (and grains in general) 100 percent of the time or not, there’s a recipe here to satisfy every palate.
1. Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Egg Boat: Roasted sweet potatoes, eggs, and the toppings of your choice (bacon and avocado, for example) create a hearty base for your day. (via Brit + Co)
Hashbrown Egg Cups
Opt for only shredded sweet potatoes in this dish to keep it paleo and GF. (via Siriously Delicious by Siri Daly / Time Inc., Books)
3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes
Use a paleo-friendly protein powder with an egg-white or collagen base, beaten eggs, and a banana to form paleo pancakes. Garnish with a slather or coconut cream and arrange some berries on top with a pretty pattern. (via Brit + Co)
Pressure-Cooked Ramekin Eggs
Swap out heavy cream for coconut cream, and you can pressure cook your way to an indulgent egg breakfast loaded with mushrooms. Serve it alongside some paleo toast, of course. (via Brit + Co)
5. Paleo, Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins: Who knew cassava flour was so versatile? The root-based flour does a beautiful job replacing flour in paleo, GF treats like these muffins. (via Brit + Co)
Green Egg Shakshuka
Getting a balanced selection of veggies and eggs on the table has never been easier. Keep it paleo and GF by cooking the greens in ghee over butter and serving it with toasted paleo bread. (via Brit + Co)
Spring Chicken Salad
Chicken, potatoes, and greens are always a choice grouping. Here, the addition of a pesto dressing transforms them into a vibrantly flavored dish. (via Brit + Co)
Halibut en Papillote
Made with halibut, shiitake mushrooms, and a touch of sesame oil, this homemade fish dish is sure to delight. (via The Clean Plate: Eat, Reset, Heal by Gwyneth Paltrow)
Pesto Zucchini Noodles
Arugula-laced pesto is nestled inside delightful zoodles, but it doesn’t stop there. Asparagus makes it a true celebration of spring. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Waffles
Don’t forget the nest of bacon and “cotton” poached egg to complete your adorable bunny-shaped paleo waffles. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Shepherd’s Pie
No white potatoes, no problem. Get the taste and “feel” of mashed potatoes using cauliflower. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Almond Joys
Don’t let being paleo suck the joy out of a candy-laden holiday. Serve a big batch of these for a crowd. (via Brit + Co)
Salmon Avocado Salad
You might be shocked by just how fast this sumptuous salad comes together. Serve it over butter lettuce cups. (via The Whole Smiths Good Food Cookbook by Michelle Smith)
Millet Breakfast Cereal
Some people are divided about whether or not pseudo-grains like millet (which is technically a seed) should be consumed on a paleo diet. However, this gluten-free ingredient can be steamed up like rice for a comforting hot cereal option. (via Brit + Co)
