Small Farm Big Life logo

menu icon
subscribe
search icon
×

Easy Fresh Pineapple Salsa

· Leave a Comment

a white bowl of easy fresh pineapple salsa next to a small wooden bowl of coarse salt, a bowl of gluten free tortilla chips and a glass of seltzer water.

This recipe for easy fresh pineapple salsa is perfect with fish, chicken, tacos or as an appetizer. This homemade salsa is made with fresh pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro and jalapeno peppers. It has a mild flavor that is perfect for summer barbecues.

a white bowl of easy fresh pineapple salsa next to a bowl of gluten free tortilla chips, a small wooden bowl of coarse salt and a glass with ice of seltzer water.

What do I serve with pineapple salsa?

This easy fresh pineapple salsa is perfect to serve with gluten free tortilla chips as a bbq appetizer. It is also delicious served with fish tacos, over pork tenderloin or with chicken.

Should I use fresh or canned pineapple?

For this recipe I would definitely use a ripe, fresh pineapple. The flavor is completely different and a lot more muted if you use canned pineapple. This salsa will turn out a lot better with a lot more flavor if you use finely diced fresh pineapple.

Easy Fresh Pineapple Salsa Supplies

How do I choose a fresh pineapple?

To choose a fresh pineapple that is ripe you want the outside shell to be firm, but with a bit of give when you gently squeeze it. If the pineapple is completely hard it is likely not ripe. You also want to pull on the center leaves at the top. If there is give to the leaves or if one comes out the pineapple is ripe and ready to use now.

Easy Fresh Pineapple Salsa Ingredients

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Gluten Free Pina Colada Cake
Gluten Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Slow Cooker Hawaiin Pork Tenderloin
Gluten Free Slow Cooker Hawaiin Meatballs
Gluten Free Mango Pineapple Smoothie

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Easy Fresh Pineapple Salsa

  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
Print Recipe

Description

This recipe for easy fresh pineapple salsa is perfect with fish, chicken, tacos or as an appetizer. This homemade salsa is made with fresh pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro and jalapeno peppers. It has a mild flavor that is perfect for summer barbecues.

Ingredients

Scale

1 Fresh Pineapple, diced
2 large Tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small Sweet Onion, diced
⅓ cup Fresh Cilantro, minced
1 large Jalapeno Pepper, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon Lime Juice
1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
½ teaspoon Ground Coriander
½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
½ teaspoon Sea Salt
Gluten Free Tortilla Chips, for serving

Instructions

Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and stir to mix.

Refrigerate in a sealed container for at least 2 hours before serving.

Serve with gluten free tortilla chips, with fish tacos, on chicken or on pork.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers, Dips
  • Method: Chopped
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Keywords: easy, fresh, for fish, for tacos, with cilantro, with tomatoes, without red peppers, homemade, jalapeno, simple, mild, summer appetizer, bbq appetizer, barbecue appetizer, summer dip recipe

Air Fryer Roasted Parmesan Broccoli

· Leave a Comment

a white bowl of air fryer roasted parmesan broccoli next to a cheese grater and block of parmesan cheese.

This easy recipe for air fryer roasted parmesan broccoli is the perfect vegetable side dish! The fresh broccoli florets are air fried with garlic, lemon and olive oil for a healthy meal. This is a quick way to have a side dish on the table for dinner.

a white bowl of air fryer roasted parmesan broccoli next to a small wooden bowl of salt.

Do you have to boil broccoli before frying?

No, there is not need to boil or blanch the broccoli with this recipe. Use fresh, raw broccoli and it will turn out tender and delicious.

Air Fryer Roasted Parmesan Broccoli Supplies

How do I clean my air fryer?

Air fryers are so easy to clean! Remove the basket and break it apart. Using a soap and water wash the two parts and rinse clean. Do not submerge your air fryer unit in water.

If the inside of your air fryer is dirty you can lightly wipe clean with a wet cloth. I rarely notice the inside of my air fryer needing to be cleaned. Usually this only happens if I overfill the basket.

Air Fryer Roasted Parmesan Broccoli Ingredients

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Air Fryer Pesto Baby Potatoes
Air Fryer Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad
Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas
Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites
Gluten Free Air Fryer Turkey Breast

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Air Fryer Roasted Parmesan Broccoli

  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
Print Recipe

Description

This easy recipe for air fryer roasted parmesan broccoli is the perfect vegetable side dish! The fresh broccoli florets are air fried with garlic, lemon and olive oil for a healthy meal. This is a quick way to have a side dish on the table for dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups Broccoli Florets (32 ounce package or approximately 2 heads)
2 tablespoon Olive Oil
2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
½ teaspoon Sea Salt
½ teaspoon Onion Powder
¼ teaspoon Coarse Ground Black Pepper
⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl combine the broccoli, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, onion powder and pepper. Stir to coat the broccoli.

Pour the broccoli into the basket of your air fryer and spread evenly.

Air fry at 350 degrees for 3 minutes.

Pour into a serving bowl and sprinkle with finely grated parmesan cheese. Stir to coat the broccoli with the cheese.

Serve immediately.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Air Fried, Vegetables, Side Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Keywords: garlic, lemon, fresh broccoli, air fried, florets, side dish, vegetable, cheesy

Gluten Free Zucchini Squash and Corn Casserole

· Leave a Comment

a white baking dish of gluten free zucchini squash and corn casserole next to a plate of the casserole.

This simple recipe for gluten free zucchini squash and corn casserole is the perfect summer side dish! It's a healthy summer squash recipe full of vegetables with a crispy topping. The easy casserole is baked with sweet corn, a cheesy topping and sour cream.

a plate of gluten free zucchini squash and corn casserole next to a small wooden bowl of salt.

What can I do with too many zucchinis?

This is the perfect recipe for when you have an abundance of zucchini and summer squash. This recipe is great with just zucchini or if you have it yellow summer squash too.

I also have recipes for Baked Kale and Zucchini Pilaf, Gluten Free Summer Squash Casserole and Gluten Free Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies that are all great options for your extra zucchini.

Zucchini Squash and Corn Casserole Supplies

Should you peel zucchini?

Fresh zucchini should have a very soft skin that doesn't need to be peeled. If your zucchini has a hard skin it is likely old or over ripe. If possible, I would choose a different zucchini to cook with and compost the over ripe zucchini with tough skin.

Most of the nutrition is in the deep green skin of the zucchini squash, which makes it a great reason to leave the peel on.

Zucchini Squash and Corn Casserole Ingredients

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Baked Kale and Zucchini Pilaf
Gluten Free Chocolate Breakfast Cookies (with zucchini in them)
Air Fryer Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad
Gluten Free Summer Squash Casserole
Easy Gluten Free Zucchini Brownies

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Gluten Free Zucchini Squash and Corn Casserole

  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
Print Recipe

Description

This simple recipe for gluten free zucchini squash and corn casserole is the perfect summer side dish! It's a healthy summer squash recipe full of vegetables with a crispy topping. The easy casserole is baked with sweet corn, a cheesy topping and sour cream.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ pounds Yellow Squash, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 ½ pounds Zucchini, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 large Sweet Onion, chopped
2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
32 ounce bag Frozen Corn
2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
½ cup Sour Cream
½ cup Mayonnaise
2 large Eggs, beaten
1 ½ tsp Sea Salt
1 tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper
2 cups Gluten Free Bread Crumbs
¼ cup Unsalted Butter, melted
½ cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl stir together the yellow squash, zucchini, onion, garlic, corn, cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs, salt, pepper and 1 cup of gluten free bread crumbs.

Pour the squash mixture into a 9x13 baking dish or 3 quart baking dish.

Mix together 1 cup gluten free bread crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over the squash mixture in the baking dish. Top with finely grated parmesan cheese.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Notes

If you don't have yellow squash you can substitute with zucchini and just use zucchini in this recipe.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish, Vegetables
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Keywords: healthy, simple, cheesy, recipe, easy, baked, crispy, vegetables, sweet corn, side dish, sour cream, summer squash recipe, zucchini and squash casserole

Air Fryer Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

· Leave a Comment

a bowl of air fryer grilled vegetable orzo salad next to a bottle of olive oil and a small bowl of coarse sea salt.

This easy cold air fryer grilled vegetable orzo salad is the perfect summer side dish! It's a healthy pasta salad loaded with veggies and a simple Italian dressing. I like to make this salad a day ahead to serve at barbecues and with meals.

a bowl of air fryer grilled vegetable orzo salad next to a bottle of olive oil.

How do you make orzo salad?

For this gluten free grilled vegetable orzo salad I used Jovial Grain Free Cassava Orzo Pasta. I cooked the pasta per the pasta instructions being sure not to overcook it. Then, I cut up the veggies and coated them with the olive oil mixture.

I places the chopped veggies into my air fryer basket and cooked at 360 degrees for 5 minutes. Next, I combined the veggies, pasta, apple cider vinegar and olive oil in a serving bowl. Refrigerate for at least one hour and serve cold.

Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad Supplies

Should orzo be rinsed after cooking?

Yes, after you have cooked the gluten free orzo per the package instructions be sure to rinse the pasta in cold water. Removing the extra starch will help the pasta not to clump together. If the pasta starts to clump before you get it mixed into the salad rinse it with cold water again and let drain.

Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad Ingredients

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Oven Baked Steak and Potato Kabobs
Air Fryer Grilled Peaches
Gluten Free Green Goddess Pasta Salad
Oven Baked Marinated Steak Kabobs
Classic Margarita Mocktail

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Air Fryer Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
Print Recipe

Description

This easy cold air fryer grilled vegetable orzo salad is the perfect summer side dish! It's a healthy pasta salad loaded with veggies and a simple Italian dressing. I like to make this salad a day ahead to serve at barbecues and with meals.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces Jovial Gluten Free Orzo Pasta
10 ounces Grape Tomatoes, cut in half
1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
1 small Red Onion, chopped
1 Red Bell Pepper, seeded and chopped
1 Yellow Bell Pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups Zucchini, seeded and chopped
1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Sea Salt
¼ tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper
1 tsp Dried Basil
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
3 Tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions

In a large pot cook the gluten free orzo pasta per the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

In a large mixing bowl add the tomatoes, garlic, onion, bell peppers, zucchini, olive oil, salt, pepper, basil and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.

Pour the vegetable mixture into the basket of your air fryer and cook at 360 degrees for 5 minutes. Carefully drain the excess liquid from the air fryer basket.

Pour the cooked orzo, vegetable mixture, apple cider vinegar and olive oil into a serving bowl. Stir to combine.

Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish, Salads
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Keywords: cold salad, best, easy, Italian, pasta salad, summer salad, healthy, veggies, side dish

Gluten Free Green Goddess Pasta Salad

· Leave a Comment

a white bowl of gluten free green goddess pasta salad next to a wooden serving spoon.

This easy recipe for gluten free green goddess pasta salad is a healthy side dish option. The cold gluten free salad is made with peas, pesto and mayonnaise. It is a creamy salad packed with veggies that is perfect for summer barbecues.

a white bowl of gluten free green goddess pasta salad next to a wooden serving spoon.

What is green goddess dressing made of?

This dressing combines pesto, mayonnaise, salt and pepper for a super simple green goddess dressing recipe. To make this salad really quick I like to purchase the pesto, but you could also use my Gluten Free Homemade Walnut Pesto in this recipe.

Green Goddess Pasta Salad Supplies

How long does gluten free pasta salad last in the fridge?

You can keep your gluten free green goddess pasta salad in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Since there is mayonnaise in this salad you will want to make sure it isn't left out and gets refrigerated after serving.

Green Goddess Pasta Salad Ingredients

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Air Fryer Pesto Baby Potatoes
Easy Gluten Free Bow Tie Pasta Salad
Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Soup
Gluten Free Homemade Walnut Pesto
Gluten Free Creamy Beef and Mushroom Pasta

I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Gluten Free Green Goddess Pasta Salad

  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
Print Recipe

Description

This easy recipe for gluten free green goddess pasta salad is a healthy side dish option. The cold gluten free salad is made with peas, pesto and mayonnaise. It is a creamy salad packed with veggies that is perfect for summer barbecues.

Ingredients

Scale

12 ounce box Jovial Gluten Free Caserecce Pasta
6.5 ounce jar Pesto
½ cup Mayonnaise
12 ounce bag Frozen Peas, cooked
5 Green Onions, finely diced
2 cups Asparagus, chopped and cooked
½ tsp. Sea Salt
¼ tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
8 ounce package Mozzarella Cheese Pearls, drained

Instructions

In a large pasta pot, cook the pasta per the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

While the pasta is cooking fry the asparagus. In a frying pan add a tablespoon of olive oil. Over medium heat cook the chopped asparagus until it's tender.

In a large serving bowl add the cooked pasta, pesto mayonnaise, cooked peas, green onions, cooked asparagus, salt, pepper and mozzarella cheese pearls. Stir to combine.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 1 hour to serve cold.

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Keywords: with peas, easy, healthy, pesto, cold salad, gluten free, summer, picnic, barbecue, side dish