40+ Gluten-Free Camping Recipes: Ideas for Every Meal

It's true, camping is the best! This is especially true for people with food allergies or on a gluten-free diet due to celiac disease, or gluten-intolerances.

Since you have your home on wheels, you're able to cook gluten-free meals just like you do at home, which means you don't have to rely solely on the local area and restaurants to meet your dietary needs. Sure you can venture out and enjoy the local cuisine, especially in a place like Holland, Michigan where plentiful gluten-free dining options are available. But you don't have to for every meal, which alleviates so much stress!

That's where this list of gluten-free camping recipes comes in. These delicious recipes are designed to spark inspiration for your summer camping trips and make sure you're prepared for any bumps in the road.

Make-Ahead Gluten-Free Dinners

When planning for a camping trip, having a few make-ahead meals can be a game-changer. With these gluten-free camping dinner recipes and a little advanced prep, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the outdoors.

From hearty sandwiches to easy tacos, these make-ahead gluten-free camping meals will satisfy your hunger. Simply reheat when you're ready to eat!

Gluten-Free Camping Breakfast Recipes

When you're camping, it's all about the easy breakfast. Fire up the griddle and make some eggs, hash browns, and French toast or pancakes while you enjoy the view! (Don't forget the bacon!)

Another one of our favorite things is to do is bring along a mini-waffle maker and our favorite gluten-free waffle mix to make waffles for breakfast. There's just something special about camping waffles!

When grocery shopping, be sure to look for dehydrated shredded potatoes and a pancake mix that only needs water. These choices make your camping breakfasts even easier to prepare.

Gluten-Free Camping Lunch Recipes

Lunch can be an afterthought when you're enjoying the sunshine and ladder ball, so make sure to have some of these easy recipes on hand!

Sure you can pop some hot dogs on the grill or make yourself a turkey sandwich, but I also love making up some chicken salad or having some other salad recipes on hand. Bright, refreshing, and easy to grab; a perfect midday meal.

Gluten-Free Dutch Oven Recipes

Go old school and cook a delicious meal right in your dutch oven! Plop it over an open flame or nestle it into the hot coals. Enjoy some conversation while dinner simmers away!

Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes Cooked Over the Campfire

Can you really call it a camping trip if you don't make something over an open fire? Whether you're cooking some chili in a dutch oven, roasting some hot dogs, or cooking an entire meal in a foil packet, you're sure to make some good memories!

Gluten-Free Camping Side Dish Recipes

Every meal needs a side or two! Plus with your friendly campers, you might be invited to a camping potluck! These side dishes are perfect for any camping occasion.

Gluten-Free Camping Snacks

With all the outdoor activity, you're sure going to be hungry for a snack at some point!

Trail Mix is a great camping snack. Create a gluten-free trail mix with a combination of nuts, dried fruits, seeds, and gluten-free pretzels or cereal. Pack in individual servings for easy snacking during hikes or in an airtight container to keep it fresh.

You can also whip up some gluten-free Chex mix or this delicious s'mores popcorn! Also check out this list of high protein snacks that are sure to keep you satisfied while camping!

Gluten-Free Camping Desserts

Of course you can't go camping without making S'mores at least once! Make them with some Homemade Gluten-Free Graham Crackers!

Let's be honest though, the desserts don't have to stop at s'mores. Make up a pan of cookie bars, Rice Krispie treats, or a cherry crisp right over the campfire.

Sample Menus for Gluten-Free Camping Trips

Even with all of these great recipes, you might like even more meal inspiration. Check out a few camping menu ideas for each meal of the day, including snacks.

Breakfast Options:

• Gluten-Free Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Chia Seeds
• Yogurt Parfait with Gluten-Free Granola and Mixed Berries
• Scrambled Eggs with Leftover Grilled Veggies and Shredded Cheese
• Gluten-Free Pancakes with Maple Syrup and Sliced Bananas
• Gluten-free French Toast Sticks
• Gluten-Free Waffles with Gluten-free Whipped Cream and Strawberries
• Make-Ahead Gluten-Free Breakfast Burritos
• Quinoa Porridge with Dried Fruits and Nuts

Lunch Options:

• Grilled Chicken Skewers served with a side of Fresh Salad Greens and Gluten-Free Dressing
• Chicken Caesar Lettuce Wraps with Grilled Chicken, Romaine Lettuce, and Caesar Dressing
• Turkey Avocado Wraps with Gluten-Free Tortillas, Sliced Turkey, Avocado, and Mixed Greens
• Gluten-Free Chicken Salad Wraps using leftover grilled chicken and lettuce leaves

Snack Options:

• Gluten-Free Trail Mix with Nuts, Seeds, and Dried Berries
• Fresh Fruit Slices with Nut Butter
• Veggie Sticks with Hummus
• Rice Cakes with Sliced Cheese and Cherry Tomatoes

Dinner Options:

• Campfire Foil Packets with Gluten-Free Sausages, Assorted Veggies, and leftover Roasted Potatoes
• Gluten-Free Chili with Ground Turkey, Beans, and Veggies
• Lemon Herb Salmon Foil Packets served with a side of Grilled Asparagus
• Grilled Steak with Baked Sweet Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli
• Gluten-Free Burgers and Hot Dogs

Dessert Options:

• S'mores with Gluten-Free Graham Crackers
• Campfire cones with gluten-free sugar cones, mini marshmallow, and milk chocolate chips. Get creative and offer other fillings too, such as Reese's pieces or mini peanut butter cups, fresh fruits, banana slices, Nutella, or sundae toppings.
• Grilled Pineapple Slices with Cinnamon and Honey
• Campfire Banana Boats with Gluten-Free Chocolate Chips and Marshmallows
• Roasted Cinnamon Apples with Almond Butter Drizzle

Gluten-Free Camping Shopping List

The worst part of camping is the packing! It's almost mind-melding trying to remember all the things you'll need to bring with you. This gluten-free grocery list will help you get your list started.

Proteins:

• Chicken (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks)
• Ground turkey or beef
• Gluten-Free Hot Dogs
• Gluten free lunch meat
• Bacon and/or sausage
• Eggs

Fruits and Vegetables:

• Assorted fresh fruits (berries, apples, bananas, etc.)
• Assorted fresh veggies (bell peppers, onions, zucchini, broccoli, asparagus, etc.)
• Salad greens (lettuce, spinach, etc.)
• Garlic
• Onions
• Potatoes

Pantry Staples:

• Gluten-Free Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns
• Gluten-Free Bread
• Gluten-free Wraps or Corn Tortillas
• Condiments: Ketchup, Mustard, Mayonnaise, and BBQ Sauce
• Potato Chips
• Tortilla Chips
• Gluten-Free Pasta
• Jarred Pasta Sauce
• Gluten-Free Crackers or Rice Cakes
• Nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter, etc.)
• Canned beans (black beans, kidney beans, etc.)
• Gluten-free salad dressing
• Gluten-free marinades or seasonings
• Olive oil or cooking oil of choice

Breakfast Essentials

• Gluten-Free Pancake Mix
• Gluten-free Oats
• Gluten-free Granola
• Gluten-free Granola Bars
• Gluten-Free Breakfast Cereal
• Maple Syrup
• Dehydrated Hashbrowns

Dairy or Dairy Alternatives:

• Milk
• Yogurt
• Cheese slices or gluten-free shredded cheese
• Coffee Creamer

Gluten-Free Snacks:

• Gluten-Free Graham Crackers
• Marshmallows
• Chocolate Bars
• Gluten-Free Snack Bars Or Energy Bars
• Gluten-Free Cookies Or Treats
• Dried Fruits (Raisins, Cranberries, Etc.)
• Nuts And Seeds
• Gluten-Free Trail Mix
• Gluten Free Beef Jerky

Beverages:

• Water
• Juice
• Tea or Coffee
• Other Beverages of Choice

Miscellaneous:

• Aluminum Foil
• Ziplock Bags or Food Storage Containers
• Disposable Plates, Cups, And Cutlery

Cookware:

• Frying Pan
• Saucepan
• Cast-Iron Skillet
• Dutch Oven
• Instant Pot
• Air Fryer
• Griddle
• Waffle Maker
• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board

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