July 4th is right around the corner and it can be very difficult for everyone who is gluten free. That’s why I’ve put together this list of the best gluten free fourth of July recipes! From appetizers and drinks to sides and main dishes, everyone will find delicious recipes they can actually eat this fourth of July.
Fourth of July Appetizers
Appetizers are so necessary for your Fourth of July party! Guests can graze while you finish up cooking, grilling, or assembling the rest of the food. These gluten free appetizers will keep guests satisfied while the party begins to wind up.
How To Make An American Flag Fruit Charcuterie Board – Cultivating Brilliant Minds
This American flag fruit charcuterie board is the easiest and most festive patriotic food idea! A stunning red, white, and blue spread ready in minutes.
How To Make A Patriotic Gluten Free Charcuterie Board
This patriotic gluten free charcuterie board is a delicious appetizer for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July that all your party guests will love!
How To Make A Fourth of July Fruit Salad
This Fourth of July fruit salad is a healthy, festive, and refreshing option for your Fourth of July parties and barbecues.
How To Make Patriotic Watermelon Feta Salad
This patriotic watermelon feta salad is a delicious appetizer or side dish for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July made with watermelon, feta, and blueberries.
Why My Caprese Salad Suddenly Looks Patriotic
Everyone asked how I got those perfect mozzarella stars in my Caprese. The answer is a simple microwave trick. Paired with cherry tomatoes and blueberries, it becomes a fresh, festive side!
Lemon Herb Chip and Veggie Dip – The Wholesome Spoon
This Lemon Herb Chip and Veggie Dip is packed with garlicky lemon flavor – total Green Goddess vibes! It’s perfect for parties and snacking!
Cherry Tomato Salad with Basil Chive Oil | sweet miscellany
This cherry tomato salad with basil chive oil is super simple to make and packed with fresh, summery flavors. (vegan/gluten free recipe)
Easy Cucumber Dill Salad Recipe
This easy Cucumber Dill Salad recipe is made with thin cucumber slices, red onion, fresh dill, and a simple vinegar dressing.
Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs: Irresistible Flavor Twist | Kitchen Ready Betty
Try dill pickle deviled eggs for a unique and flavorful twist on a traditional favorite. Perfect for any occasion!
Easy Herby White Bean Dip: A Healthy Snack Idea | Kitchen Ready Betty
Make entertaining easy with this easy herby white bean dip. A fresh, healthy appetizer perfect for any gathering.
Chickpea Avocado Salad
Chickpea Avocado Salad, a fresh and healthy salad filled with tender chickpeas, red bell pepper, creamy avocado, fresh lime juice and cilantro. Perfect for a light lunch, vegetarian side, or meal prepping!
Fourth of July Beverages
Fourth of July parties are usually all focused on the food. Many people forget that guests also need great drinks! While most people usually buy drinks I love to make my own! Lemonades and slushies are always great choices to make!
How To Make Strawberry Lemonade
This strawberry lemonade recipe is a deliciously refreshing vegan and gluten free summer drink made with four simple ingredients.
Red, White, and Blue Slushies
Cool off with a festive twist by trying these Red, White, and Blue Slushies that are sure to be a hit at any summer gathering!
4th Of July Mojito – The Perfect Patriotic Drink
This easy 4th of July Mojito is a refreshing cocktail made with red, white and blue ingredients, making it the perfect patriotic drink.
Fourth of July Main Dishes
Here we are! The main dishes are the (food) highlight of Fourth of July parties! These gluten free dishes are so delicious and will be a hit with all of your party guests. From taco dip and brisket to salads and rice bowls, these Fourth of July main dishes are easy to make and will be devoured by guests.
How To Make A Corn and Pinto Brown Rice Bowl – The V/GF Table
This hearty and wholesome brown rice bowl is packed with plant-based goodness! Perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a quick dinner.
Beefy Taco Dip – The Wholesome Spoon
This Beefy Taco Dip features ground beef, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream, and veggies! Lots of protein, with no cream cheese!
BEST Chicken Salad Without Mayo (Easy No Mayo Recipe!)
This chicken salad without mayo is meaty, creamy and super delicious. It’s ready in just a few minutes and uses really simple ingredients too!
Grilled Habanero Marinated Chicken Skewers
Grilled Habanero Marinated Chicken Skewers are made with a blend of herbs, spices, and habanero peppers. Perfect for summer cookouts, camping, or meal prep!
Grilled Chicken Tacos with Cuban Mojo Marinade
Grilled chicken tacos with Cuban mojo marinade made with garlic, lime, and orange juice. Juicy chicken grilled fast and served in tortillas.
Smoked Ribs (Easy Traeger Baby Back Ribs Recipe) – Simple And Fraiche
These slow smoked ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and coated in a hot honey glaze. An easy, flavor-packed recipe perfect for your Traeger grill.
The Best Greek Chicken Marinade
Bring all the classic Greek flavors to your kitchen table with this easy and delicious Greek Chicken Marinade. Made with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, this chicken marinade takes just minutes to whip together and calls for only a handful of fresh and healthy ingredients.
BEST Gluten Free Chicken Salad Recipe (Fried Chicken Style!)
This gluten free chicken salad recipe tastes SO.GOOD! With crispy chicken, fresh veggies and a creamy dressing to bring everything together.
Vegan and Gluten Free Mexican Lettuce Cups – The V/GF Table
These flavorful Vegan & Gluten-Free Mexican Lettuce Cups make the perfect healthy weeknight meal! Fresh lettuce, zesty seasoning, and plant-based protein come together for a light, low-carb twist on Mexican tacos. Easy to make, meal-prep friendly, and packed with fiesta flavor—click for the full recipe!
How To Make A Kale Salad With Apples – The V/GF Table
This kale salad with apples is an easy salad with a lemon miso vinaigrette. It’s an easy lunch, dinner, or side dish that is ready in 10 minutes.
The Best Smoked Brisket (Traeger Pellet Grill Recipe) – Simple And Fraiche
This Traeger smoked brisket recipe is low and slow BBQ at its best, juicy, smoky, and perfect for holidays or weekend cookouts. Step-by-step with tips!
Japrak – Traditional Bosnian Baked Stuffed Grape Leaves
Japrak recipe – delicious traditional Bosnian oven-baked stuffed grapevine leaves with meat and rice in tomato sauce.
Bell Pepper Nachos: The Must-Try Low-Carb Snack
Bell Pepper Nachos are a tasty, low-carb twist on classic nachos! Crispy mini peppers, melty cheese, and tasty toppings make them a must-try.
Bacon Wrapped Dill Pickles: The Ultimate Party Snack
Bacon Wrapped Dill Pickles are crispy, tangy, and easy to make — the perfect bite-sized snack for game day or parties.
Easy Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad without Bacon (Low Carb) – Chelsea Joy Eats
Easy vegan, Whole30, & gluten free Mediterranean cauliflower salad features steamed cauliflower, roasted red peppers, & a simple dressing.
Grilled Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs – Chelsea Joy Eats
Saucy and simple Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs make a delicious weeknight meal or meal prep staple — on the grill or roasted in the oven.
Fourth of July Sides
Don’t forget about sides! No Fourth of July party is complete without potato salad, coleslaw, and allll the sides! Honestly, I could eat a bunch of sides as my meal instead of having a main course (and I do a lot!) In this list we have all the classic sides that are perfect for your Fourth of July party.
How To Make The Best Potato Salad
This gluten free potato salad recipe is an easy make-ahead party dish. Made with simple ingredients, your guests will love this delicious recipe!
How To Make The Best Coleslaw Recipe
This vegan and gluten free coleslaw recipe is delicious and so easy to make. It’s the perfect recipe for holiday, parties, or everyday sides.
Roasted Red Potato Salad
Roasted red potato salad features bacon and a dijon and dill dressing. This is a perfect recipe for a potluck or picnic.
Corn Salad
Fresh corn, bright veggies, tangy lime, and fresh cotija cheese come together to make this great light summer side. This is a perfect side to take to a summer cookout!
Fruit Kabobs with Cream Cheese Dip
Looking for an easy, delicious, & healthy snack? These Fruit Kabobs & Cream Cheese Dip are always a hit. Made with fresh fruit and cheese, then served with an easy fruit dip are a tasty party treat.
Crispy Smashed Potato Salad (Easy Side Dish for BBQs) – Simple And Fraiche
This Crispy Smashed Potato Salad is the perfect warm-weather side dish! Roasted baby potatoes are smashed, baked until golden, and tossed in a creamy herby dressing. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or summer dinners.
Classic American Macaroni Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
The best Classic American Macaroni Salad now with a gluten-free, vegan, & allergy-free recipe! Summer isn’t complete without this traditional side dish!
Cold Italian Pasta Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)
A Classic Italian Pasta Salad that’s gluten-free, vegan, & allergy-free! Cold pasta salad with tri-colored pasta, veggies, & homemade Italian dressing!
Crispy Homemade Potato Chips | Peak to Plate
Once you make your own potato chips, you’ll never go back to the store-bought ones! These chips are so light, crispy, and flavorful. They make a great side dish for sandwiches or a delicious snack!
Fourth of July Desserts
Finally, it’s time for my absolute favorite food – dessert! These gluten free desserts are scrumptious and will literally be devoured by guests (I know I say devoured a lot, but trust me, these will all be gone). From ice pops and fudge to tarts and cookies, you will be back next year looking at this list of gluten free Fourth of July desserts.
How To Make Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Popsicles
These red, white, and blue patriotic popsicles are a refreshing snack or dessert for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July. They are vegan and gluten free.
How To Make Firecracker Fudge for the Fourth of July – Cultivating Brilliant Minds
This firecracker fudge is packed with red and blue Pop Rocks, giving a fun, crunchy, fizzy sensation with every bite that kids and adults will love.
How To Make The Best Frozen Yogurt Cups (V/GF)
These vegan and gluten free frozen yogurt cups are a deliciously refreshing vegan and gluten free snack. Use them for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack.
Greek Yogurt Dessert Parfait
This cool and refreshing Greek yogurt dessert parfait is built with perfect red, white, and blue layers for a festive summer treat that comes together with little effort.
Star Shaped Meringue Shells
Star shaped meringue shells are “spangled” with a dazzling display of fresh berries. They are a perfect patriotic holiday dessert.
Frozen Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites (TikTok Viral Recipe!) – Foodess
The viral TikTok Frozen Strawberry Yogurt Bites have healthy ingredients (fruit, greek yogurt and dark chocolate) and are 10/10 delicious!
Red, White, and Blue Dessert: Grain-Free Berry Fruit Tart
This red, white and blue dessert idea is perfect for your summer celebrations! The colorful, berry fruit tart is made with grain-free or graham cracker crust.
Healthy Strawberry Crumble Bars (Gluten-free)
These Healthy Strawberry Crumble Bars are the most delicious dessert! They’re perfectly oaty, jammy, and have just the right amount of sweetness. Plus, these bars are easy to make and gluten-free!
Watermelon Pizza {Whole30}
A fun twist on classic fruit salad – fresh watermelon slices topped with homemade dairy free coconut whipped cream, fresh berries, and mint. The perfect summertime Whole30 and vegan party food!
4th of July Sugar Cookies – Lane & Grey Fare
These 4th of July Sugar Cookies are made with zero mixer! They’re gluten free, eggless, nut free and easily can be made vegan!
Patriotic Red White & Blue Strawberries!
Try these Red White & Blue Strawberries for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or Labor Day! A fun, easy dessert for any summer celebration. 🇺🇸🍓
Berry Red White and Blue Popsicles
Red White and Blue Popsicles are the perfect 4th of July treat that kids and adults will love! A simple recipe that’s fabulously refreshing.
Gluten Free Strawberry Angel Food Cake Trifle
Summertime is all about strawberries! And this strawberry angel food cake dessert recipe is no exception. My gluten-free berry trifle is made with soft and moist cake, strawberries, blueberries, and layers of dairy-free cream cheese whipped topping.
Red, White and Blueberry Cake Roll | Red, White and Blue Dessert Recipe
This Red, White, and Blueberry Cake Roll is a fabulous red, white and blue dessert from gluten-free baking superstar Kyra Bussanich.
Red White and Blue Candy
Try this easy recipe for Red, White, and Blue Candy, a no-bake dessert that is perfect for summer celebrations and parties.
Berry Cheesecake Salad
This creamy berry cheesecake salad is packed with fresh summer berries and fluffy cheesecake filling.
4th of July Cookies – Lane & Grey Fare
These 4th of July Cookies are red velvet with sprinkles and cream cheese frosting! They’re gluten free, nut free, eggless and easily vegan!
No-Bake Vegan S’mores Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Easy no-bake Vegan S’mores Pie made with a gluten-free graham cracker crust, a rich dairy-free chocolate pudding, & allergy-free homemade marshmallow fluff!
Strawberry Candied Fruit Skewers (Strawberry Tanghulu)- A Fresh Sweet Treat – Mommy Valentine
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s equal parts beautiful, fun, and delicious, Strawberry Candied Fruit Skewers, also known as Strawberry Tanghulu, are the
Gluten Free Fruit Pizza
This Gluten Free Fruit Pizza is the perfect summer dessert made with a soft gluten-free sugar cookie crust, creamy frosting, and fresh colorful fruit on top. Easy to customize for holidays, parties, and cookouts, this beautiful fruit pizza is also easily made dairy-free!
No Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie – Chelsea Joy Eats
Gluten free pretzel crust and creamy peanut butter filling make this No Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie a unique summertime dessert!
Gluten Free Cornbread
Corn may be a classic side, but baked into bread it’s next level. This Gluten Free Cornbread is light, chewy and so satisfying.
Gluten Free Strawberry Basil Cobbler (Easy Summer Dessert) | sweet miscellany
Ready in about an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, this gluten free strawberry basil cobbler is the perfect spring and summer dessert.
Gluten Free Angel Food Cake
Celebrate with this gluten-free angel food cake topped with berries and whipped cream. Perfect for Fourth of July or any family gathering!
