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    Home » Recipes » Pantry Essentials

    34 Healthy Lunch and Dinner Recipes Using Pantry Staples

    Published: Mar 20, 2020 · Modified: Dec 11, 2020 by Vanessa Vickery · 2 Comments

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    34 Gluten Free Dairy Free Lunch & Dinner Recipes Using Pantry Staples - These recipes all use pantry staples that you should keep on hand to help you during times of crisis. Included are recipes that use tinned tomatoes & passata, quinoa & rice, tinned tuna or beans & lentils.

    34 Healthy Lunch and Dinner Recipes Using Pantry Staples - These recipes all use pantry staples that you should keep on hand to help you during times of crisis. They are all gluten free and dairy free.

    Included are recipes that use tinned tomatoes & passata, quinoa & rice, tinned tuna or beans & lentils.

    34 Gluten Free Dairy Free Lunch & Dinner Recipes Using Pantry Staples - These recipes all use pantry staples that you should keep on hand to help you during times of crisis. Included are recipes that use tinned tomatoes & passata, quinoa & rice, tinned tuna or beans & lentils.

    During times of crisis or when there is a shortage of food available for purchase, it is great to have a selection of really tasty gluten and dairy free lunch & dinner recipes that you can rely on.

    Recipes that use pantry staples that you should always have in your pantry, which generally have a long shelf life that you can stock up on.

    But when I say stock up, I don’t mean go crazy and buy months and months worth. I recommend having at least 2-3 weeks worth in your pantry. You can always restock if needed.

    These recipes are group according to one of the main ingredients, so either tinned tomatoes & passata, quinoa & rice, tinned tuna or beans & lentils (either canned or dry).

    They are all gluten free and dairy free or have the option to modify. If you see a recipe that uses cheese you can either omit or substitute with a vegan cheese or lactose free cheese.

    Table of Contents

    • 1 MORE RECIPES
    • 2 Recipes That Use Tinned Tomatoes & Passata
    • 3 Recipes That Use Quinoa & Rice
    • 4 Recipes That Use Tinned Tuna
    • 5 Recipes That Use Beans & Lentils

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    11 Gluten Free & Dairy Free Breakfast Recipes Using Pantry Staples

    21 Sweet and Savoury Snack Recipes Using Pantry Staples

    Recipes That Use Tinned Tomatoes & Passata

    Fish in Tomato Sauce (Quick and Easy) with Pasta

    Photo Credit: www.christinascucina.com

    Fish in tomato sauce is so quick and easy to make and although I’ve served it with pasta, it’s a dish that can stand on its own.

    Garlic Pasta- Gluten Free & Vegan

    Photo Credit: www.livingfreelyglutenfree.com

    This amazing Garlic Pasta is gluten free and vegan. I am always looking for healthy and delicious dinners that are easy, inexpensive and that the entire family will love.

    Vegan Tomato Soup

    Photo Credit: www.allergyfreealaska.com

    This satisfying vegan tomato soup is creamy and delicious. Made with canned tomatoes and other items normally stocked in one’s pantry, this recipe is easy to prepare and thoroughly comforting.

    Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe (Less than 5 Minutes)!

    Photo Credit: joyfoodsunshine.com

    Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe! 5 minutes and 9 ingredients results in the best pizza sauce you will ever have! Gluten-free, paleo-friendly, dairy-free, & vegan! 

    Basic Italian Tomato Sauce

    Basic Italian Tomato Sauce – this is my family recipe which has been passed down from generation to generation. It is made with 4 simple ingredients – diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic and olive oil. You can serve it with pasta, rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, use it as a pizza base or serve with sweet potato fries or corn chips. It really is that versatile. 

    Recipes That Use Quinoa & Rice

    One Pan Mexican Quiona

    Photo Credit: veganhuggs.com

    This One Pan Mexican Quinoa is a hearty flavor-packed meal and it’s a breeze to make. It’s a total weeknight winner that takes about 30 minutes on the stove, and you’ll only have to clean one pan!

    Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

    Photo Credit: irenamacri.com

    Inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours, these quinoa stuffed peppers are filled with delicious vegetables, spices, nuts and dried cranberries. It’s a nutritious meal that is vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free.

    Perfectly Fluffy Coconut Rice (Instant Pot)

    Photo Credit: thishealthykitchen.com

    Instant Pot coconut rice is a great side dish, no matter the meal. Comes together quickly, using wholesome ingredients, and big flavour!

    Quinoa Fritters with Healthy Garlic Aioli

    Quinoa Fritters make a great appetizer or as a light meal plus they are gluten free and dairy free. They go really well with healthy garlic aioli!

    Quick And Easy Instant Pot Rice and Beans

    Photo Credit: thebellyrulesthemind.net

    Easy Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans makes a delicious and quick vegetarian lunch, dinner, or side dish. Loaded with the bold flavor of salsa and spices, this hearty dish is a delicious addition to taco night. This  Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans recipe also would be the perfect base for a burrito or burrito bowl. 

    Red Lentil & Quinoa Soup (includes Thermomix method)

    Red Lentil & Quinoa Soup is the perfect soup for winter and is packed full of healthy ingredients. I have included Thermomix method also.

    Fluffy Soaked Quinoa In The Instant Pot

    Photo Credit: allthenourishingthings.com

    Cook perfectly fluffy quinoa in just 3 minutes in your pressure cooker! Soaked first to reduce phytic acid and saponins for better digestion, this is the easiest and best way to cook quinoa! This Instant Pot Fluffy Soaked Quinoa makes a great side dish, or meal prep it to use throughout the week!

    Recipes That Use Tinned Tuna

    Mediterranean Tuna Antipasto Salad

    Photo Credit: confessionsofanover-workedmom.com

    This easy Mediterranean Antipasto Salad is the perfect healthy lunch.

    Dairy Free Tuna Casserole from Scratch

    Photo Credit: www.tessadomesticdiva.com

    This from scratch tuna casserole is comfort in a dish!!  You won’t believe how easy it is to make a rich and creamy sauce with no dairy and only clean ingredients!  This casserole is especially flexible as it can be adapted for paleo, keto, AND Whole30 diets!

    Zucchini Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce

    This zucchini pasta with tuna and tomato sauce has become one of my favourite go-to recipes. It is super healthy and takes less than 15 minutes to make and is perfect for keto, low-carb, paleo and whole30 lifestyles.

    Recipes That Use Beans & Lentils

    Healthy InstantPot Minestrone Soup

    Photo Credit: profusioncurry.com

    Healthy InstantPot Minestrone Soup is a perfect square meal in a bowl. Loaded with seasonal vegetables, kidney beans and pasta, it is wonderfully hearty and comforting one pot wonder. Best part, it hardly requires any prep or hands-on intensive cooking.

    Pumpkin Curry Soup

    Photo Credit: www.frieddandelions.com

    Pumpkin Curry Soup is the cozy meal you’re craving!  Packed with flavor, and loaded with potatoes and garbanzos, it’s a complete meal in a bowl! 

    Vegan 3-Bean Chili

    Photo Credit: www.hauteandhealthyliving.com

    This Vegan 3-Bean Chili makes a quick, easy and healthy meal that’s perfect for those busy weeknights! You can also make up a batch and store it in the freezer for a meal in a pinch!

    Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Photo Credit: www.seasonalcravings.com

    This Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with spicy flavors and tender shredded chicken. It’s ready in under 30 minutes and tastes great as leftovers the next day. Your family will thank you for this one!

    Smoky Baked Black Beans

    Photo Credit: girlheartfood.com

    Hearty, flavourful and nutritious, this healthy black bean recipe using black turtle beans makes for a delicious dinner or filling side. The black beans are infused with lots of flavour from chipotle powder and smoked paprika.

    Instant Pot Mexican Casserole

    Photo Credit: thishealthykitchen.com

    This Instant Pot Mexican casserole just might combine all of my favourite things! An easy recipe, made even easier in a set it and forget it appliance made using healthy, wholesome ingredients. It’s filling, flavourful, and SO satisfying.

    Lentil Soup with Roasted Red Peppers & Harissa 

    Photo Credit: instantveg.com

    This satisfying vegan lentil soup is quickly made in the Instant Pot. Broiling the red peppers beforehand brings out extra flavor.

    Smoky Tomato and White Bean Soup

    Photo Credit: veganhuggs.com

    Smoky Tomato White Bean Soup – the perfect weeknight meal! Loaded with fire-roasted tomatoes, tender white beans, sautéed veggies, and warm seasonings – this soup is packed with flavor and done in no time!

    Quinoa Enchilada Soup

    Photo Credit: shwetainthekitchen.com

    Quinoa Enchilada Soup is a healthy, protein packed one pot meal that is full of Mexican flavors!! It’s a vegetarian, vegan, gluten free recipe that is extremely easy to make and freezer friendly. Serve it with a range of toppings for everyone to customize their own! 

    Instant Pot Ranchero Beans

    Photo Credit: allthenourishingthings.com

    Every Mexican-inspired meal needs a side of Instant Pot Ranchero Beans! Soaking for 36 hours eliminates the phytic acid that causes gas and bloating, so you can savor the smoky flavor of these nourishing beans without paying for it later!

    Vegan Instant Pot Chili Recipe 

    Photo Credit: thekitchengirl.com

    This Vegan Instant Pot Chili is a hearty chili made with everyday vegetables, canned beans, canned tomatoes, and chili seasonings. It has a rich, deep, flavor with lots of texture. This plant-based chili can be made in the Instant Pot, stove, or crockpot.

    Vegan Pasta e Fagioli

    Photo Credit: watchlearneat.com

    Made in just one pot, this Vegan Pasta e Fagioli features two types of beans, chickpea pasta and a touch of fresh rosemary for a delicious and robust flavor.

    The Ultimate Best Chickpea Tikka Masala

    Photo Credit: www.savorybitesrecipes.com

    The best recipe of Chickpea Tikka Masala you need to try- its easy, creamy, vegan and delicious! Under 30 mins you can fix dinner with this easy vegetarian tikka masala which is superbly delicious and healthy- tastes amazing makes this the authentic chickpea tikka masala.

    Vegan Chili Mac

    Photo Credit: delightfuladventures.com

    If you’re looking for a quick, simple, and filling vegan dinner idea that’s also family-friendly, then this vegan chili mac recipe is for you! It can be made gluten-free (if you use gluten free macaroni) and it can be made in either your Instant Pot / pressure cooker or on the stove top.

    5 Minute Lentil Soup

    Photo Credit: www.christinascucina.com

    5 Minute Lentil Soup literally takes 5 minutes to put all the ingredients into a pot. Then just let it simmer and you’ll have one of the most delicious, and easiest, soups you’ll ever have!

    Smoky Slow Cooker Baked Beans

    Photo Credit: thishealthykitchen.com

    These homemade baked beans are slowly cooked to absorb all the delicious smoky, savoury sauce, loaded with so much flavour that you will not miss the meat. Easy to make, even easier to eat.

    Chipotle Spiced Black Bean Vegan Chili

    Photo Credit: thiswifecooks.com

    Chickpea Coconut Curry in InstantPot

    Photo Credit: profusioncurry.com

    Delicious creamy Chickpea Coconut Curry is so easy and packed with healthy ingredients like turmeric and spinach. Plus it’s made in the pressure cooker or InstantPot.

    The Best White Bean Soup

    Photo Credit: theclevermeal.com

    If you ever thought that beans are boring, this creamy flavor-packed white bean soup will blow your mind!

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    1. Christina Conte

      March 22, 2020 at 3:10 pm

      Great recipes for times when we just don't have all the ingredients we may need! Thanks for including my recipes!

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      • Vanessa Vickery

        March 22, 2020 at 8:24 pm

        Thanks for an amazing recipe Christina

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