From hearty soups to flavorful enchiladas and comforting casseroles, this collection of gluten-free bean recipes has something for everyone. Warm up with a nourishing minestrone soup, dig into cheesy chicken enchiladas, or whip up a protein-packed casserole for an easy weeknight dinner. Whether you’re looking for quick meal prep ideas or cozy family favorites, these recipes make it simple—and delicious—to enjoy more beans while meeting the latest nutrition recommendations.
Beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas are about to take center stage in the next edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans! In its recent report, the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee proposed increasing the recommended weekly intake of these nutrient-packed powerhouses from 1.5 cups to 2.5 cups per week. Why? Because beans and legumes are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients like iron, folate, and potassium—making them a key ingredient for a balanced, nutrient-dense diet.
For those following a gluten-free lifestyle, beans are a fantastic naturally gluten-free ingredient that adds texture, flavor, and nutrition to meals. Whether blended into soups, tossed into salads, or baked into gluten-free goodies, there are endless ways to enjoy them. To help you incorporate more beans into your diet, we’ve rounded up a delicious collection of gluten-free recipes featuring beans—perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and kid-friendly meals. Let’s dig in and make meeting this new recommendation easy and delicious!
Our Crockpot Taco Casserole recipe is a hearty and easy-to-make dish that combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the irresistible flavors of your favorite taco night. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or hosting a casual dinner party, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
Introducing a delicious twist on the classic walking taco – the Walking Taco Casserole! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines all the flavors you love from the popular portable snack but transforms it into a convenient and comforting casserole. Imagine layers of seasoned ground beef, zesty cheese, crisp Frito chips, and your favorite taco toppings all baked to perfection in one satisfying dish.
Our Healthy Taco Casserole is a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will love! Made in under 30 minutes featuring ground turkey, black beans, and corn, this casserole is packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor. This dish is not only a breeze to prepare but also a surefire way to satisfy those taco cravings.
Beef Enchilada Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or for entertaining guests. This easy-to-make casserole is made with creamy ground beef, soft tortillas, and a rich and flavorful enchilada sauce.
Green chili chicken soup is a 20-minute meal using leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. This flavor-packed soup is made on the stovetop with plenty of green chilies and salsa Verde along with white beans. This is a one-pot soup recipe your family will love.
Oven-Baked Chicken Tacos are an easy dinner recipe that is packed with protein and veggies in a way that has kids going for seconds! Gluten-free.
Our beef chimichanga recipe is simple and delicious, a kid favorite! Made with gluten-free tortillas, ground beef, refried beans, and rice. Try this restaurant favorite right at home.
Crockpot Santa Fe Chicken is a slow cooker meal that cooks while you’re out and is a complete meal ready to serve. Serve chicken breasts topped with cheese and salsa with the corn and bean mixture on the side or shred the chicken and serve all together over a bed of rice or with crushed tortilla chips.
Our oven baked tacos are packed with lean ground beef, refried beans, and diced tomatoes, topped with cheese then baked. A simple dinner that kids love!
Gluten-free chicken enchiladas offer a delightful and straightforward dinner option adored by both children and adults alike. Featuring a hearty combination of chicken, beans, green enchilada sauce, and cheese, these enchiladas are destined to become a family favorite.
Our salmon buddha bowl recipe uses frozen salmon baked with brown sugar and tamari glaze, which perfectly complements the rice and veggies in our kid-friendly buddha bowl. Gluten-free.
Our crockpot chicken enchiladas casserole is a chicken enchilada recipe packed with simple ingredients including raw chicken breasts, black beans, corn, and lots of cheesy goodness!
Introducing Instant Pot Minestrone Soup, a hearty blend of vegetables and beans, garnished with a generous sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese. This wholesome recipe for Instant Pot vegetable soup is not only nutritious but also a family-friendly option suitable for any day of the week. Plus, it’s gluten-free!
Our Camping chili mac casserole is made with just a few ingredients that come together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for camping or for dinner any night of the week! Gluten-free.
Easy crock pot baked beans are a simple and delicious side dish that’s cooked all day. This recipe uses dry beans and makes enough for a large group or you can freeze the extras. Gluten-free.
Our ground beef and bean burrito is a kid-approved delight that caters to both simplicity and taste! Crafted with a blend of savory ground beef, hearty refried beans, and a generous layer of cheese, it’s an easy-to-make dinner that fits seamlessly into various occasions.
Breakfast burritos are a great make-ahead camping meal. This easy camping breakfast is made at home, wrapped, and frozen. Simply pack in your cooler then reheat over the fire for a delicious, simple breakfast at your campsite. Works great for quick and simple breakfasts or pack in a lunchbox. Gluten-Free.
Whip up a fuss-free dinner with our Chicken Tostada Recipe —easy, fun, and good for you! Packed with ground chicken and refried beans, these tostadas put a tasty spin on regular tacos.
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our crock pot pumpkin soup, a fusion of beans, tomatoes, and pumpkin that harmoniously melds flavors, similar in flavor to chili. This hearty, meatless soup simmers effortlessly all day, ready for serving at dinner without any fuss. Plus, it’s gluten-free, making it accessible to all.
Our crockpot chicken quinoa recipe is a healthy slow cooker recipe your family is sure to love. Bright Mexican flavors blend perfectly forming a delicious family-friendly healthy crockpot meal.
Our Williams chili recipe is thick and flavor-packed. It features plenty of beef, tomatoes, and beans and makes enough to handle chili for a crowd. It’s a Midwest favorite. Gluten-free.
Experience the delightful simplicity of Taco Cups, a perfect handheld tacos for kids that effortlessly combines ease with delectable flavors. Crafted with tortillas, ground beef or turkey, refried beans, diced tomatoes, and a blend of seasonings, these savory delights are then baked to cheesy perfection.
Leftover Tortilla Chip Casserole is a family favorite that’s perfect for using up those extra tortilla chips. This hearty dish is made with rotisserie chicken, salsa, green chilies, and plenty of melted cheese for a flavorful, comforting meal. It’s a quick and easy way to repurpose leftovers into a delicious casserole that everyone will love!
Chicken Tortilla Soup with Rotisserie Chicken is a quick and simple dinner cooked in a crockpot. Using a rotisserie chicken makes this recipe incredibly easy and quick to prepare, while the slow cooker ensures that all the flavors meld together beautifully.
Gluten-Free Minestrone Soup in the crockpot is a simple and nutritious meal that cooks all day. Made with a variety of dry beans, chicken stock, carrots, and spinach, this is a hearty dinner your family will love.
Nacho Bowls are a healthy dinner idea that’s also a fun family recipe to make – and even more fun to eat! Packed with beans, veggies, cheese, and salsa this is a dinner everyone can individualize to their liking. Gluten-free.
Taco dip with ground beef is an easy layered taco dip that comes together quickly. Made with meat, beans, and lots of veggies and cheese.
Ranch Hummus is easy to make for any occasion. This homemade hummus recipe is simple to make, tastes amazing, and can be served with fresh veggies, crackers, or chips! It’s a great summer snack for kids, appetizer for parties, and tastes amazing spread on wraps or pitas.
Crockpot Refried Beans are made from dry beans in your crockpot or slow cooker. These vegetarian refried beans work as a side dish or used in your favorite recipes. Gluten-free.
Baked 7 layer dip is made with just 10 ingredients & takes less than 10 minutes to put together. It’s light in fat and calories but packed with flavor – perfect for game day! Gluten-free.
Taco dip with refried beans is a quick and easy layered taco dip. It’s made with refried beans, avocado, salsa, and plenty of cheese. It has a creamy layer made with Greek yogurt seasoned with spices that makes it extra delicious!
Black bean brownies are a healthy dessert that your kids will actually want to eat. Made with fiber-rich black beans instead of flour, these brownies are a delicious and nutritious treat that your kids will love!
Helping Kids Learn to Love Beans
Getting kids to eat more beans can be easy with the right approach. This recipe collection is the perfect place to start to incorporate delicious recipes into their week. Here are some other fun and practical ways:
- Start Small and Mix In – adding a few beans here and there to recipes they already enjoy can make things easier. Also, mashing into sauces or blending into soups can ease kids into the texture.
- Use Familiar Flavors – cooking beans in kid-approved seasoning such as taco seasoning, garlic, or bbq sauce can enhance the taste and provide encouragement for kids to try.
- Get Them Involved – let kids rinse and sort beans, mash for dips or add to their own plates. When they are involved, the more likely they are to try a new food!
- Showcase The Benefits – talk as a family about how beans help everyone to grow strong, boot their energy and keep tummies happy. Making food fun can spark curiosity, especially among younger kids.
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