Gluten-Free Vegan Indian Recipes - 30 Naturally Plant-Based Classics

Discover Naturally Gluten-Free Vegan Indian Cuisine

Indian cuisine offers hundreds of naturally gluten-free and vegan recipes that have been enjoyed for centuries. These 30 authentic dishes prove that dietary restrictions don't mean sacrificing flavor or tradition.

Why Indian Food is Perfect for Gluten-Free Vegans

• Naturally GF: Rice, lentils, and chickpea flour are staples
• Plant-Based Tradition: Centuries of vegetarian cooking
• Protein-Rich: Dals provide complete nutrition
• Diverse Options: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts
• Authentic Spices: All naturally gluten-free

Essential Gluten-Free Vegan Spices

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• Premium Garam Masala - 17 pure spices, no fillers
• Pure Turmeric Powder - Single ingredient, certified pure
• Premium Cumin Seeds - Whole spice, naturally GF
• Panch Phoran - Bengali 5-spice blend
• Indian Spice Starter Kit - Complete gluten-free collection

Gluten-Free Vegan Dal Recipes (High Protein)

1. Dal Tadka - 18g Protein

Yellow lentils with turmeric and cumin tadka. Naturally GF and vegan.

2. Dal Makhani - 24g Protein

Black lentils with coconut cream and garam masala. Rich, creamy, GF comfort food.

3. Chana Dal - 22g Protein

Split chickpeas with garam masala and coconut. Bengali-style, naturally GF.

4. Masoor Dal - 18g Protein

Red lentils with turmeric. Quick-cooking, gluten-free protein.

5. Sambar - 16g Protein

South Indian lentil stew with vegetables and turmeric. Tangy and GF.

Gluten-Free Vegan Rice Dishes

6. Vegetable Biryani

Fragrant basmati rice with vegetables and Biryani Spice Kit. Naturally gluten-free!

7. Jeera Rice

Cumin-scented rice with cumin seeds. Simple, GF side dish.

8. Lemon Rice

Tangy South Indian rice with turmeric and peanuts. Refreshing and GF.

9. Coconut Rice

Aromatic rice with coconut and cumin. Naturally vegan and GF.

10. Tamarind Rice

Tangy-spicy rice with South Indian spices. Perfect GF meal.

Gluten-Free Vegan Curries

11. Aloo Gobi

Potato-cauliflower curry with turmeric and garam masala. Classic GF dish.

12. Baingan Bharta

Smoky eggplant with cumin. Naturally gluten-free and vegan.

13. Bhindi Masala

Okra curry with garam masala. No gluten, all flavor!

14. Palak Aloo

Spinach-potato curry with turmeric. Nutritious and GF.

15. Mixed Vegetable Curry

Seasonal vegetables with garam masala. Customize and keep GF!

Gluten-Free Vegan Breakfast

16. Poha (Flattened Rice)

Light breakfast with turmeric and peanuts. Naturally GF!

17. Upma (Semolina - Use GF Version)

Use rice rava instead of wheat. Season with cumin and curry leaves.

18. Idli (Rice Cakes)

Steamed rice cakes - 100% gluten-free. Serve with coconut chutney.

19. Dosa (Rice Crepes)

Crispy rice crepes with turmeric. Naturally GF and vegan!

20. Uttapam (Rice Pancakes)

Thick rice pancakes with vegetables. GF South Indian breakfast.

Gluten-Free Vegan Snacks

21. Roasted Chickpeas

Crunchy chickpeas with garam masala. Perfect GF protein snack!

22. Masala Peanuts

Spiced peanuts with turmeric and chickpea flour coating. GF and addictive!

23. Bhel Puri (GF Version)

Use GF puffed rice with Jeeravan Chat Masala. Mumbai street food, GF style!

24. Corn Chaat

Roasted corn with Jeeravan Chat Masala. Naturally gluten-free!

25. Masala Papad

Crispy lentil wafers with toppings. Check labels for GF papad.

Gluten-Free Vegan Sides & Condiments

26. Coconut Chutney

Fresh coconut with cumin tempering. Naturally GF and vegan.

27. Tomato Chutney

Tangy tomato with turmeric. Perfect GF condiment.

28. Mint Chutney

Fresh mint with cumin. Cooling and gluten-free.

29. Raita (Vegan Version)

Coconut yogurt with cucumber and cumin. GF and refreshing!

30. Pickle (Achar)

Mango or lime pickle with spices. Check labels for GF versions.

Gluten-Free Vegan Baking with Indian Flavors

Use these GF flours for Indian-inspired baking:

• Chickpea flour (besan): For pakoras, dhokla
• Rice flour: For dosa, idli, appam
• Millet flour: For roti, bhakri
• Sorghum flour (jowar): For flatbreads

Hidden Gluten in Indian Food - What to Avoid

• Wheat-based breads: Naan, roti, paratha (use GF versions)
• Some spice blends: May contain wheat as anti-caking agent (Phoran Masala is 100% pure!)
• Fried foods: May use wheat flour coating
• Some chutneys: May contain wheat-based thickeners
• Soy sauce: Contains wheat (use tamari instead)

Why Choose Phoran Masala for Gluten-Free Cooking

• ✅ 100% Pure Spices: No fillers, no wheat, no gluten
• ✅ Single Ingredients: Our turmeric is just turmeric!
• ✅ No Cross-Contamination: Dedicated gluten-free facility
• ✅ Transparent Sourcing: Know exactly what you're getting
• ✅ Vegan Certified: All products 100% plant-based

Gluten-Free Vegan Meal Plan Example

Breakfast: Poha with turmeric
Lunch: Dal Tadka + Jeera Rice + Coconut Chutney
Snack: Roasted Chickpeas with garam masala
Dinner: Vegetable Biryani + Raita (vegan)

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Conclusion

These 30 gluten-free vegan Indian recipes prove that dietary restrictions don't limit delicious eating. With authentic, pure spices from Phoran Masala, you can enjoy traditional Indian flavors while staying true to your gluten-free vegan lifestyle.

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