42 Recipes So Delicious You Won't Believe They're Paleo (2024)

A great loaf for family get-togethers this holiday, this paleo almond flour cranberry bread recipe from The Toasted Pine Nut has all the wintery, fruity flavors of the season without it being too overwhelming sweet. It’s nice and moist and perfectly fluffy, and you can make a big batch at once.

Wake up right with these sweet paleo waffles from The Toasted Pine Nut that are packed with fiber and antioxidants from the sweet potato. You can top with berries, dairy-free whip, and paleo granola for flavor.

These popsicles from The Toasted Pine Nut are rich and chocolatey but approved for the paleo lifestyle. They are a great frozen treat when you have a sugar craving or for a low-calorie, low-sugar dessert.

A great soup recipe from 40 Aprons this seafood gumbo is high in protein and fats, and it’ll warm you up when you need a nourishing, grounding meal this winter. It’s a great recipe as Mardi Gras approaches, too, and it’s super low-carb.

Instead of pasta, go with spaghetti squash for a low-carb alternative that still tastes great with chicken and that rich creamy sauce. This dish from 40 Aprons has good protein and fiber, and it’s filled with the delicious flavors you’d want from traditional Alfredo.

This dairy-free, paleo, and whole30 approved soup from 40 Aprons has a ton of delicious flavor and it’s warm and comforting. Traditional Zuppa Toscana can be high in fat and calories, but this slimmed down version has all you want—the bacon, Italian sausage, coconut milk, kale and potatoes—but with a better nutritional profile.

Whether you celebrate Hanukkah or just want a tasty potato latke as a holiday side, this recipe from Paleo Running Momma is nice and crispy on the outside with a delicious potato filling that’s soft and flavorful. Top with dairy-free yogurt, ranch, mayo, or applesauce, if you like.

If you’re in need of a holiday dessert, this gingerbread cake is perfect. A great recipe from Paleo Running Momma, it’s rich in spices, like cinnamon and gingerbread, and it has good fats from the pecan swirl to fill you up, too.

Paleo and vegan, this dip from Paleo Running Momma is a total crowd pleaser. Use it as an appetizer this holiday season or make a big batch at once to keep in the home for dunking with crackers and veggie sticks or for using as a tasty sauce.

This spicy zucchini dish from One Lovely Life is flavorful and healthy, and it has a ton of fiber to fill you up longer. Use more or less chili to make it as spicy as you like. It’ll go great with some grilled chicken or steak for an easy meal any day of the week.

Pumpkin is right in season and this slow cooker soup from One Lovely Life has all the delicious fall and winter flavors you want and it’s easy to make, since you can just set it in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. Add in avocado for good fats and some creaminess.

These muffins from One Lovely Life are great for an on the go breakfast when you need something fast and easy (and you can make a big batch at once for meal prep!), and they are also rich in fiber, protein, and fats from the use of almond butter and banana.

These candied pecans from gnom-gnom are great for holiday parties, since you can throw them in a bowl for appetizers and snack on them as is, use as a topper on cake or pie, or add into a trail mix or chocolate mix for a fun goody bag people can take home.

These cupcakes from gnom-gnom are super low in carbs, with just 2 net grams a cupcake, and are low in sugar too to prevent blood sugar spikes after dinner. They are great for birthdays and holiday gatherings this year. Feel free to play with toppings—berries, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and more.

Go for this low-carb potato dish from gnom-gnom that is great for paleo dieters who want that extra bit of fats over carbs. Radishes are great for the wintertime, and there’s some good spice, too. They’re also gluten-free.

This sweet, tart, and citrusy bread from Ambitious Kitchen is just what you need to squash a sweet craving when paleo. It has some fiber and antioxidants from blueberries, and it is super soft and moist in the center.

These meatballs from Ambitious Kitchen are rich in Indian spices and have a lovely thick, creaminess from the curry and coconut sauce. Eat them over zoodles or cauliflower rice or pop them on a stick and enjoy as an easy appetizer as is. And pair with veggies, like peppers, for brightness and flavor.

These cookies from Ambitious Kitchen are soft and moist and are totally grain and dairy free. The coconut flour adds good fats, and the chocolate chips satisfy any sugar craving fast. Plus they are ready in 20 minutes.

Toss this rich grilled chicken over zoodles for an easy high-protein meal that is ready in no time. This recipe from The Castaway Kitchen has good fats to hold you over longer, too, and it’s keto and paleo approved. The sauce is made with cashews for that silkiness and satiety boost.

Say no to greasy takeout of egg rolls to these healthier keto and paleo poppers from The Castaway Kitchen. Make it in a skillet for a no-fuss, easy meal. Use shredded, crunchy veggies and meat, like pork or turkey, for protein and fiber.