Looking for simple, satisfying meals that don’t require hours in the kitchen? This collection of light dinner ideas is packed with easy recipes that are full of flavor and perfect for busy weeknights. From savoury tomato pie and fresh orange chicken stir fry to salsa fish, ham and cheese quiche, pizza, and many more delicious options, you’ll find plenty of family-friendly meals to add to your weekly menu.
Light Dinner Ideas
Whether you're craving a protein-packed dinner, a veggie-filled favorite, or a comforting homemade classic, these easy recipes are sure to inspire. Save this roundup for quick meal planning and discover new light dinner recipes that make weeknight cooking both effortless and delicious.
Beef and Tomato Pie is a delicious dinner recipe filled with ground beef, cheese, tomatoes and spices.
Tomato Pie is a versatile and tasty recipe that can easily be made gluten free with your choice of pie crust. This cheesy, tomato dish can stand alone or complement any main course.
This Orange Chicken Stir Fry sparkles with fresh citrus flavor thanks to real orange juice.
Ground beef zucchini boats are a colourful and hearty dish that combines comfort with freshness.
Salsa Fish is all about fresh, vibrant flavour meeting tender, flaky fish. This dish feels both light and satisfying, making it perfect for weeknights or warm weather meals.
Caputo Pizza Dough is an easy and delicious recipe. This gluten free dough really satisfied my craving for a traditional doughy pizza crust!
Crock Pot Sloppy Chicken is a tasty slow cooker recipe. Canned, boneless chicken and gluten free soups make this a quick choice for a week night dinner.
Stroganoff Pot Pie is a delicious dinner recipe filled with ground beef, vegetables and seasonings. Gluten Free condensed mushroom soup creates a flavourful sauce to complement the other ingredients.
Ground Beef Quesadilla Casserole is an easy way to make quesadillas for the whole family. This casserole recipe is loaded with flavour and is also a recipe that you can easily modify to suit your tastes.
Rutabaga Soup is a simple and hearty recipe that is loaded with chunks of sausage and mixed vegetables.
If you are looking for an easy quiche recipe, for your next brunch or light dinner, this is the perfect recipe for you! This tasty Ham and Cheese Quiche is easy to make gluten free with your choice of pie shell.
If you are looking for an easy quiche recipe, for your next brunch or light dinner, this is the perfect recipe for you! This tasty Seafood Quiche is a great variation to serve up any time and make it gluten free with your choice of pie shell.
Instant Pot Crustless Quiche is a delicious breakfast or brunch option. This pressure cooker recipe is loaded with ingredients and can easily be modified to suit your own tastes.
Gluten Free Pizza Dough is an easy and delicious recipe. This gluten free dough really satisfied my craving for a softer pizza crust!
Buffalo Chicken Salad is a delicious recipe using rotisserie chicken, chopped green onions and shredded cheddar cheese all tossed in mayo, Buffalo sauce and ranch dressing.
Crock Pot Sloppy Joes is a tasty slow cooker recipe. This popular main course, done in a slow cooker allows you to let the ingredients slowly simmer while you take care of other things.
Gluten Free Biscuits and Gravy makes a hearty breakfast any day of the week. This versatile recipe does not need to be limited to breakfast and we enjoy it for lunch or dinner as well.
Chicken and Gnocchi Skillet Dinner is an easy, gluten free recipe that is loaded with flavour.
Sweet Chili Thai Tuna Casserole is an easy stove top recipe that provides lots of flavour and a bit of heat.
Craving pizza but don't have ingredients for pizza dough? This may be the right recipe for you! Pizza Crepes create nice light gluten free pizzas that can be made easily and quickly.
Salmon Casserole is a staple in our home. This gluten free version of a classic dish is prepared on top of the stove and is a great meal served hot or cold!
Venison Sausage and Eggs is a very easy recipe for a quick breakfast or lunch. If you don't have venison on hand you could use any type of gluten free spicy sausage meat.
Tuna Bakes are an easy, versatile recipe that can be quickly mixed up for a hearty lunch.
Gluten Free Tuna Casserole is an easy dinner recipe that combines canned tuna with cheesy pasta and frozen peas. This gluten free version of a family staple will not disappoint!
Instant Pot Beef Nachos are loaded with beef, cheese and salsa. With cheese and salsa blended throughout everyone will get their fill of toppings. This recipe can be served as a meal or an appetizer.