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April 11, 2023 · Leave a Comment

14 Dairy Free Meals You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

30 Minutes or Less· Dairy Free Recipes· Recipe Roundups

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Eating dairy-free doesn't have to be boring or complicated. Try these simple and tasty meal ideas that are perfect for any night of the week.

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If you're looking to cut dairy out of your diet, you may be wondering what meals you can still enjoy. The good news is that there are plenty of delicious and easy dairy-free meal options that you can try. 

What's even better is that all of these recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less! For a complete list of all of our dairy free recipes, please visit the Dairy Free category under our recipe index. 

Benefits of Eating Dairy Free

There are many reasons someone might choose to consume a dairy free diet including allergies, removing excess saturated fats, lowering calories.

Also, some people might experience a dairy free intolerance in which they feel bloated or break out with acne. 

Symptoms

Eating dairy or lactose, can cause any of the following symptoms within 30 minutes to 2 hours of eating.

A few of these symptoms include: 

  • Nausea/Vomiting
  • Gas/Bloating/Stomach Cramps
  • Diarrhea
  • Unexplained Rash/Acne
  • Swelling of the Throat
  • Blurred Vision
  • Difficulty Breathing
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Osteopenia/Osteoarthritis/Osteoporosis

If you are unsure if you have a dairy allergy or tolerance, please check with your doctor. 

14 Dairy Free Meals You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

A plate of food Asian Chili Garlic Chicken over rice.

Asian Chili Garlic Chicken

Asian Chili Garlic Chicken made with boneless chicken breasts pan seared and tossed with a chili, soy, honey and garlic sauce is a quick and delicious weeknight meal. 

A close up of food, with Steak and Beef

Cajun Lime Grilled Rib Eye Steak

Rib eye steak marinated in cajun seasonings combined with fresh lime juice, honey and a light oil; then grilled to your liking. Make it as mild or spicy as you like, either way, it will be your new favorite marinade!

Pasta Nonna, made with your favorite pasta tossed with roasted Kalamata olives, grape tomatoes and garlic is simple to make and bursting with flavor.

Pasta Nonna

Pasta Nonna, made with Kalamata olives, grape tomatoes and garlic is simple to make and bursting with flavor.

Coconut Lime Pork Cutlets on a plate with a fork

Coconut and Lime Breaded Pork Cutlets

Thinly sliced center cut pork cutlets dipped into a lime infused egg wash; then coated with coconut panko breadcrumbs before pan frying until golden brown. 

Boneless chicken breasts dredged in herbs and spices on a white plate.

Herb Crusted Chicken

Boneless chicken breasts dredged in herbs and spices; then pan fried in extra virgin olive oil makes this a quick, easy and delicious weeknight meal. 

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Dijon Mustard Grilled Shrimp Skewers over rice on a white plate.

Dijon Maple Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Dijon Maple Grilled Shrimp Skewers are marinated in maple syrup and Dijon mustard; then skewered with fresh garden vegetables and grilled to perfection.

Pork Fried Rice in a bowl on a table.

Pork Fried Rice

This is a great use for leftover pork roast or chops. You can add your favorite vegetables like bok choy, peas or peppers to make it your own!

Sautéed chick peas tossed with garlic, diced tomatoes, organic spinach, lemon and vegetable broth in a bowl.

Chick Peas and Spinach

Sautéed chick peas tossed with garlic, diced tomatoes, organic spinach, lemon and vegetable broth make a satisfying vegetarian side dish or hearty lunch.

Mongolian Beef {PF Changs Copycat}

Mongolian Beef {PF Changs Copycat}

Enjoy PF Changs Mongolian Beef made with flank steak and scallions in a delicious Asian sauce. 

A close up of plate of food, with Chicken and Artichoke

Skillet Artichoke Chicken with Mushrooms

Skillet Artichoke Chicken made with boneless chicken, artichoke hearts, garlic, rosemary & mushrooms in a light, lemony broth.

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Lemon Basil Grilled Shrimp on skewers

Lemon Basil Grilled Shrimp

Lemon Basil Grilled Shrimp marinated in lemon juice, garlic, basil, vinegar and oil, skewered with your favorite vegetables; then grilled.

Boneless pork chop on a plate with apple raisin chutney.

Cajun Pork Chops with Apple Chutney

Boneless center cut pork loin chops dredged in cajun seasonings; then pan seared and topped with a honey, apple and raisin chutney.

Steak on a wooden cutting board

Tuscan-Style Grilled Rib Eye Steak

This Tuscan-Style Grilled Rib Eye Steak marinated in fresh rosemary, garlic, balsamic vinegar and olive oil is so tender, it will melt in your mouth.

A plate of chicken a la diable with a fork

Chicken a la Diable

Boneless breaded chicken cutlets coated in a cajun seasoning breadcrumb mixture then fried and placed on top of mixed greens. 

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