Gluten-free + Dairy-free Recipes for Memorial Day & July 4th

Get ready to celebrate the red, white, and yum with these Gluten-free + Dairy-free Summer Recipes—perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, and every sun-soaked moment in between. Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ, packing up for fireworks, or just trying to keep meals light and simple through the holiday hustle, this roundup is your go-to for tasty, stress-free eats that skip the gluten and dairy but keep all the flavor.

These Gluten-free + Dairy-free Recipes are designed for real life—think kid-friendly, minimal-prep meals that are made to please a crowd (even the picky ones). You won’t be stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is outside soaking up the sunshine. Many are make-ahead or freezer-friendly too, so you can enjoy more time celebrating and less time cooking.

Got food allergies or specific dietary needs in the mix? You’re covered with options that include nut-free, egg-free, Paleo, and Whole30-friendly recipes sprinkled throughout. Because feeding your family during the holidays shouldn’t mean playing short-order cook.

From juicy grilled mains and crisp, veggie-packed salads to grab-and-go snacks for road trips and chilled treats that beat the heat—these Gluten-free + Dairy-free Summer Recipes keep things festive, flavorful, and allergy-conscious.

Let’s make this Memorial Day and July 4th feel easy, fun, and full of nourishing bites everyone can enjoy!

Mains & Grilled Favorites

Whole30 Blackened Chicken

THE easiest chicken that we make on the regular, because it’s just so easy! Just basic spices you probably already have on hand turned into a rub that creates a flavorful chicken my kids love and goes so well on all the salads, wraps, or by itself!

 

Garlic Ranch Parmesan Chicken Kabobs

An easy but *so flavorful* chicken recipe you can grill, air fry, or oven bake! A big hit with my whole family and a great option for something NEW to your BBQ. Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free. 

 

Whole30 Chimichurri Chicken

Chimichurri makes such a wonderfully flavorful sauce and marinade with just herbs and spices (no dairy or gluten!). Enjoy this wonderfully light chicken that is so full of bright flavor you will love. 

 

Whole30 Chicken BBQ Pineapple Kabobs

A sweet and savory grilling recipe that’s Whole30, Paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, and kid-approved. ​

 

Whole30 Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

This is restaurant-level good without a ton of work. The chicken is marinaded in a cilantro lime sauce and then you make a homemade avocado salsa that is *chefs kiss*. Impress everyone at your table with this dish!

 

Whole30 Pesto Bacon Chicken

I mean, who doesn’t love bacon?! An elevated dish that is easy to make and can be grilled, air fried, or baked!

Memorial Day + July 4th Sides & Salads

Italian Pasta Salad

This Gluten-Free Italian Pasta Salad is a fresh, flavorful, and dairy-free dish perfect for potlucks or meal prep. Packed with crisp veggies and a zesty homemade dressing, it’s a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. Quick to make and can be vegan with a simple swap, it’s a summer must-have!

Whole30 Broccoli Salad

A quintessential potluck or BBQ side that is the *only* way I enjoy raw broccoli. Just as good as your local deli with tons of flavor, but no gluten, dairy, or added sugar. A community favorite!

 

Street Corn Pasta Salad

This Street Corn Pasta Salad is a total flavor bomb—creamy, zesty, and packed with summer vibes. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and comes together fast, making it perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or a quick weeknight side. Also great for cold lunches and road trips!

 

Paleo Fruit Salad

An EASY fruit salad that is super flexible. It uses a natural glaze with just a few whole food ingredients that really elevates this dish. Perfect for any gathering, baby or bridal shower, or party!

 

Gluten-free Dairy-free Buffalo Chicken Protein Pasta Salad

A flavorful EASY pasta salad that’s loaded with protein and veggies but doesn’t taste “healthy”. My husband especially loves this one!

 

Whole30 Kale Salad

This Whole30 Kale Salad is a total game-changer—simple, flavorful, and perfect for any meal. It’s packed with crunchy veggies, tossed in a creamy no-sugar no-egg dressing, and comes together in just 10 minutes. A go-to side that’s anything but boring!

 

Whole30 Strawberry Spinach Salad

A light spinach salad with fruit and a must-try creamy poppyseed dressing. Already Whole30, Paleo, and gluten-free + dairy-free and easy to make nut-free and vegan. The colors make it perfect for Memorial Day and July 4th = red, white, and blue!

Viral Crispy Protein Pasta Salad

Pasta salad, but with a crunch! The pasta is cooked then baked or air fried so that it’s crunchy like a chip. There’s a reason this one went viral!

 

Dairy-free Toffee Apple Dip

An EASY 4-ingredient sweet dip that is the perfect appetizer or grazing platter. Pairs wonderfully with apples, gluten-free pretzels, or graham crackers. Nut-free, egg-free, vegan, gluten-free.

 

Dairy-free Ranch Dip

A quick and EASY dip for veggie platters, potato chips, and gluten-free crackers. Takes only 10 minutes to make but is creamy and full of flavor. You’ll love eating your raw veggies with this! Dairy-free, easy, egg-free, gluten-free, keto, kid-friendly, nut-free, plant-based, vegan

 

Easy Memorial Day + July 4th Desserts

 

No-bake Dairy-free Cheesecake

No-bake + allergy-friendly = the ultimate summer dessert win! 🍓 This easy, kid-friendly cheesecake is gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free, and totally vegan—with an optional raspberry swirl for a patriotic twist. Perfect for warm weather celebrations or a fuss-free treat everyone can enjoy. 

Paleo Cherry Crisp

This Paleo Cherry Crisp is an easy, delicious option for a summer dessert or holiday treat. The perfect dessert for your allergen-friendly table! It takes only 15 minutes of hands-on prep. It includes an EASY cherry pie filling you will want to make again and again. Gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, egg-free, plant-based + vegan, with nut-free options.

 

Paleo Fruit Pizza

This Paleo Fruit Pizza is a Paleo version of a summer treat I grew up making. A sugar cookie base, cooked into pan, then topped with frosting and decorated with fresh fruit. I love that this version is gluten-free, dairy-free, with nut-free and keto options!

 

Mini Oreo Cheesecakes

I adore Oreos and cheesecake, and these Mini No-bake Oreo Cheesecakes are SO easy to make yet look beautiful. I love that they are individually sized, perfect for parties, baby or bridal showers, or a fun dessert.  Dairy-free, easy, egg-free, gluten-free, kid-friendly, nut-free, paleo option, plant-based, vegan

 

Strawberry Cheesecake Oreo Truffles

Wow, these Strawberry Cheesecake Oreo Truffles are an amazing no-bake dessert. Perfect for a bridal shower, baby shower, Easter dessert, or summer treat. They are beautiful to gift and not hard to make. Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free, and vegan.

 

Paleo Zucchini Cake

You may not know you needed a Paleo Zucchini Cake in your life, but I am here to tell you do! I never would have thought I wanted anything to do with “zucchini cake” (isn’t that a crime?!), but it won me over. I’m here to do the same with my Paleo Zucchini Cake! Paleo, grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free option.

 

Peanut Butter Pie

Oh my, this Gluten-free Dairy-free Peanut Butter Pie is SO easy and delicious! It’s a new family favorite that only takes 10 minutes to prep. A no-bake dessert you will want to make again and again!

 

Chocolate Cream Pie

My mom told me this Chocolate Cream Pie needed to be entered in a contest the first time I made it. Yes, it’s that good! With a creamy, rich filling and a crunchy gluten-free Oreo crust, it’s the perfect no-bake recipe for any occasion. Dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, egg-free, vegan and Keto option. 

 

 

 

Easy Dairy-free Ice Cream

This 5-ingredient Paleo Ice Cream only takes 5 minutes to prepare and hits the easy button on dairy-free ice cream! This one has ZERO refined sugar – and is only sweetened by honey. That was pretty dang exciting to me as a mom. And this ice cream is creamier than most store bought dairy-free ice creams I’ve tried so far (which is a lot). You’re going to love this one!

 

Paleo Fudgy Brownies

These Paleo Fudgy Brownies are sure to be a new fudgy favorite! Brownies are my all-time favorite dessert. But, I was tired of the paleo versions I tried that weren’t thick and fudgy. I admit it, I’m a bit of a brownie snob?! These will satisfy even the brownie snob! Paleo, grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free.

Cake Mix Raspberry Bars

These Gluten-free Raspberry Bars are EASY: 5-ingredient, Simple and delicious! They take under 10 minutes to put together and hit the delicious “easy” button by using a store-bought gluten-free cake mix. Plus, they make a large 9×13 family-size dessert and are awesome for taking to a party or event. Trust me, no one will know they are gluten-free and dairy-free! Gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, plant-based + vegan options. 

 

Easy Apple Pie Bars

These Easy Apple Pie Bars are all the flavor of apple pie without the lengthy prep? Sign me up! The crust comes together quickly using a gluten-free cake mix to make a simple but crumbly and delicious crust. The filling is an easy apple pie filling, and all of it is made and in the oven with under 25 minutes of hands-on prep. Gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and nut-free with a vegan option!

These Summer Gluten-free + Dairy-free Recipes are all about keeping things light, bright, and nourishing all season long. For more ideas, check out the full collection of Gluten-free Dairy-free Desserts or Main Dishes.