Paleo Diet Recipes | Paleo Grubs (2024)

Paleo Grubs is proud to present some of the best Paleo Diet recipes from around the web, as well as from our own Paleo chefs. Discover. Learn. Enjoy!

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When you’re looking to put a specific ingredient to use, look no further than our most popular recipes by ingredient. Pick your protein or go vegetarian, either way you’re close to a great meal.

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Red Meat

Eggplant Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles– It’s no surprise that our eggplant bolognese is a fan favorite. It’s made with beef in addition to the eggplant, and rests on a bed of zucchini noodles so you end up feeling light and energetic rather than stuffed and bloated.

Melt In Your Mouth Slow Cooker Beef Brisket– Our slow cooker beef brisket is a bona fide crowd pleaser, and is the perfect dish to cook up as a weeknight meal or as part of a potluck. The best part is how easy it is to make, with the Crock Pot doing most of the work and you enjoying the results.

– Eat at your own risk! Our Paleo nachos always result in a clean plate and may find it onto your menu multiple times per week once you try them out. No worries on the tortilla chips because they use sweet potato chips instead. Yummo!

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Poultry

Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats– These squash boats are fun to eat because everyone gets their own “boat” to enjoy. They’re loaded up with sausage and kale so you get a balanced meal with protein, fiber, and nutrients. A great dinner idea and great for impressing guests. All aboard!

– Try our chicken tagine and you’ll see what all the fuss is about. It borrows some influence from North African cuisine but revamps it so it’s 100% Paleo. It’s one of our most popular recipes and is sure to become one of your favorites as well.

Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes– Balsamic flavor permeates this chicken and roasted tomatoes meal, and one that makes it onto our top recipe list again and again. The tomatoes are nicely cooked to release extra antioxidants, and the chicken provides a quality protein.

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Pork

Homemade Paleo Breakfast Sausage– Start your morning off right with our homemade Paleo breakfast sausage. Why wonder what’s in your sausage when you can make your own from ground pork and get one of the freshest tasting pork sausages you’ve ever had.

Bacon-Wrapped Roasted Asparagus– We believe in bacon! You will too after you see the flavor upgrade it gives to fresh asparagus spears. It’s the savory flavor that everyone loves that helps increase your consumption of veggies. A perfect side dish to any meaty main you’re cooking up.

Caribbean Pork Chops with Mango Salsa– These pork chops have a beautiful mango salsa on them and give off a flavor of the caribbean. Not only is this meal pleasing to the eyes, but the palate as well with the mango providing a nice sweetness to go along with the savory pork chop.

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Fish and Seafood

Healthy Shrimp Tacos– You can make shrimp tacos instead of beef or chicken for a nice change of pace. Feedback suggests that these shrimp tacos taste even better than traditional tacos, and they’re healthier because they have a special tortilla recipe.

Simple Baked Salmon with Lemon and Thyme– Bake up this salmon recipe and you’ll not only get a healthy serving of omega-3s you’ll also top up on your protein. The combination of lemon and thyme keeps it simple by going with a time tested duo. Enjoy with a side of veggies for a complete meal.

Simple Cod Piccata– A great entry-level fish recipe, our Simple Cod Piccata will find a place on your weekly dinner rotation. It’s a super easy way to make a fish dinner, and is great if you want a no-fuss recipe that comes out great every single time you make it.

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Eggs

Breakfast Sweet Potato Hash– There’s nothing like a nice potato has to start things off in the morning, but white potatoes are a no go with Paleo. Replace them with sweet potatoes and you’re all set. Serve it up with eggs to complete the meal and leave you feeling great till lunch.

Paleo Stuffed Breakfast Peppers– Our stuffed breakfast peppers are sure to please. They’ll give you multiple servings of vegetables with bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach, while at the same time giving you some protein in the form of eggs. A win-win way to wake up!

Green Paleo Shakshuka– There’s never a bad time to have our green shakshuka. It takes traditional shakshuka and makes it even healthier by putting in more green vegetables. Combined with the eggs you’ve got a nice meal that will keep you satisfied for a long time.

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No matter what kind of recipe you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered. From breakfast to dinner to everything in between you’re just a few clicks away from finding the recipe that best suits your needs.

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Baked Goods

Amazing Paleo Banana Nut Muffins– Our banana nut muffins could win an award, and they’re just the recipe to get you into baking with Paleo ingredients. They come out moist and fluffy with all of the flavor of banana bread baked into a muffin with some crunch to it.

My Favorite Paleo Zucchini Bread– Become a zucchini bread fan with our Paleo recipe that shows you just how tasty it can be. It has a texture like banana bread but instead of bananas you get the fresh flavor of zucchini baked right in, plus a serving of vegetables.

Homemade Paleo Sandwich Bread– With our Paleo sandwich bread you open the doors to so much more. Now you can make things like sandwiches and French toast without working about grains or gluten. It bakes up light and fluffy and is made from wholesome, health-supporting ingredients.

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Breakfast

Down-Home Brussels Sprout Hash– You just can’t beat our Brussels sprout hash for a tasty breakfast. It’s an easy way to load up on your cruciferous vegetables first thing in the morning, and comes with some eggs and butternut squash to balance out the meal.

Best Homemade Granola Ever– Once you see how to make homemade granola you’ll never buy it from the store again. It’s a clever combination of almond flour, nuts, and seeds that makes a great breakfast and also works as a between meal snack when you’re really hungry.

Paleo Breakfast Burritos– Our version of breakfast burritos has you using up any leftover fish from the night before, or you can go with a protein of your choice like eggs, chicken, or ground beef. It comes with its own special tortilla recipe for great flavor and no grains.

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Condiments, Dressings and Sauces

Homemade Paleo Ketchup with a Kick– Before long you’ll probably want some ketchup to go along with your other Paleo foods, and the High Fructose Corn Syrup offerings at the store just won’t cut it. Make your own delicious ketchup that comes with a bit of a kick.

Homemade Paleo Honey Mustard from Scratch– If you’re making your own ketchup you may as well make your own mustard. In this case you’re blending up a batch of honey mustard that is sure to top anything you’ve had at a restaurant. Natural honey and mustard powder combine for the win.

Best Homemade Ranch Dressing Ever– Ranch dressing seems to make everything better, and you can make your own with a select few ingredients. It’s always nice when you know what you’re eating, and when it tastes this good it’s a double bonus. Dip on, ranch lovers!

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Desserts

The Best Paleo Brownies– Our brownies are the best around, and it’s not just our opinion it’s documented by how many people love them. Just the right texture and flavor, you’ll love the chocolate flavor these provide, and their craving-killing capability.

Paleo Salted Caramel “Cheesecake” Bars– Get all of the flavor of a caramel cheesecake in portable bar form. No cheese or other dairy is used in these bars so they’re in line with Paleo and provide the awesome flavor of salted caramel to delight your taste buds.

Fruit Dessert Pizza– Our fruity dessert pizza makes a great after-dinner treat that provides both chocolate and fruit for antioxidants and sweet flavor. It also has a great presentation, with a coconut cream “sauce”, nutty crust, and toppings like an actual pizza.

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Drinks

Lemon, Ginger and Basil Iced Tea for Detox– Take time out of your day for a detox with our relaxing lemon, ginger, and basil iced tea. It will help you cool off during the hot summer months, and will help your body flush out toxins it’s been storing. A cool refreshing drink that gets rave reviews.

Homemade Grapefruit Soda– While cola and other store bought sodas are off the menu, our homemade grapefruit soda is a refreshing beverage you can enjoy any time. It’s infused with the vitamins from freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and is nice and bubbly thanks to soda water.

Paleo Banana Chocolate Shake– Our banana chocolate shake is a nostalgic treat that will take you back to the times of ice cream parlors. It’s loaded up with banana flavor and gets its chocolate flavor from dark chocolate cocoa powder. Take a relaxing break, you deserve it!

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Salads

Grilled Veggie Salad Platter with Lime Sauce– See how delicious vegetables can be when you grill them up nice and serve them up with a tangy lime sauce. These make a great salad all by themselves, or can be used as a side dish to accompany any meat you may be having.

– Give our cauliflower tabbouleh a try and you’ll be hooked. If you’ve never had tabbouleh before, you’ll love it. And if you’re a tabbouleh pro you’ll be impressed with how closely it mimics a traditional tabbouleh in terms of texture and flavor, but without the wheat.

Paleo Taco Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing– Taco salad typically rank as one of the tastiest, and ours takes a different approach that ditches the deep-fried shell and keeps it extra healthy. Beefed up with ground beef and cooled off with a creamy avocado dressing, we think you’ll like it.

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Sides

Paleo Cauliflower “Rice”– Replace regular rice with cauliflower rice in your Paleo cooking and you’ll be missing out on a ton of carbs while at the same time getting a serving of cruciferous vegetable. The perfect side dish to hundreds of different main entrees.

– We provide not just one but three different ways to make a Paleo friendly guacamole. Whether you like it sweet, spicy, or want to go with the original, you are covered here. Each one just makes a small tweak to make it a new flavor.

Garlic Roasted Broccoli– This is one side dish that surprisingly never gets boring. If broccoli isn’t your favorite vegetable get ready to have it go from worst to first. It’s the garlic and the roasting that makes it so tasty, and it’s a smart way to get your fiber intake up.

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Snacks

– Kale chips provide the crunch of potato chips and at the same time will leave you feeling great after you eat them. They’re also full of the nutrients in kale, so you’re getting fiber, protein, and phytonutrients just by having a craveable snack.

Easy Homemade Gluten-Free Energy Bars– Make these gluten-free energy bars whenever you need to charge up or are feeling run down. They’re designed not only to taste great, but to nourish the body with real energy, not the fake stuff found in caffeinated beverages and sugary snacks.

Addictive Parsnip Fries with Truffle Oil– Knock out your french fry craving with these tasty parsnip fries. They closely mimic the texture of potatoes, and that’s half the battle. With the truffle oil they’re cooked in they have an unfair advantage on most fries out there.

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Soups and Stews

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup– Settle into a bowl of our chicken enchilada soup and you’ll swear you’re at a restaurant. All of the flavor of chicken enchiladas in soup form, and done for you in the slow cooker. An easy easy and healthy light meal or meal starter.

Vegetable Saffron Stew– Get to know saffon a little better in our delectable vegetable saffron stew. It’s a stew you’ll need a fork for, with hearty pieces of vegetables that can’t be ignored. The saffron is the main highlight but gets help from cumin and cinnamon.

Stovetop Sweet Potato, Kale and Turkey Chili– Our delicious sweet potato, kale and turkey chili is worth slowing down for. It has all of the savoriness of a beefy chili thanks to the turkey, with sweetness from the sweet potatoes and plenty of nutrition from the kale.

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If you’re following a specific diet plan you need recipes that measure up. Choose one of our fan favorites that adheres to your specific requirements.

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Low Carb

Low Carb Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps– Get great flavor from real chipotle peppers in our low-carb chicken lettuce wraps. They’re low-carb thanks to the lettuce taking the place of a wrap, and are a source of protein from lean chicken breast. A great lunchtime option.

Spicy Sausage Skillet with Zucchini Pasta– A bed of zucchini pasta holds delicious spicy sausage pieces in this low-carb skillet. Using zucchini instead of traditional pasta helps you sidestep a boatload of carbs, while doing a good job of filling in for noodles thanks to its texture.

Paleo Shrimp Fried “Rice”– Fry up some rice with shrimp and marvel at how good cauliflower is at replacing rice. Shrimp, peas, bell pepper, and more combine for a flavor extravaganza that is perfect at replacing your local takeout place when fried rice is called for.

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FAQs

Why is the paleo diet hard to follow? ›

Possible Cons of Following the Paleo Diet: Cost, Difficulty, and Limited Evidence. But a hunter-gatherer diet can be difficult to maintain, especially long term. Because most foods are eaten plain, following the eating approach can get boring after a short time.

What foods are on the menu for a person who follows the paleo diet? ›

A modern paleo diet includes fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds. These are foods that in the past people could get by hunting and gathering. It doesn't include foods that became more common when small-scale farming began about 10,000 years ago.

What foods are eliminated in a paleo diet? ›

Foods to avoid on the Paleo diet:

Grains, such as oats, pasta, and cereal. Dairy products, such as cheese, milk, and yogurt. Legumes, such as beans, peanuts, and soy. Potatoes (except sweet potatoes)

What is the paleo diet plan? ›

The paleo diet is an eating plan that mimics how prehistoric humans may have eaten. It involves eating whole foods that people could theoretically hunt or gather. Advocates of the paleo diet reject modern diets that are full of processed foods.

What is the controversy with the Paleo diet? ›

This diet can put you at risk for deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D, which are critical to bone health. At the same time, you may consume saturated fat and protein far above recommended levels due to eating so much meat. This can cause an increased risk of kidney and heart disease and certain cancers.

What carbs can you eat on paleo? ›

What carbs can you eat on paleo ?
  • Cassava Root / 1 cup (206g) = 78g carbs.
  • Plantains / 1 cup (148g) = 47g carbs.
  • Taro Root / 1 cup (132g) = 46g carbs.
  • Yam / 1 cup (136g) = 37g carbs.
  • Acorn Squash / 1 cup (205g) = 31g carbs.
  • Parnsips / 1 cup (178g) = 27g carbs.
  • White Potato / 1 cup (122g) = 27g carbs.
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Is peanut butter paleo? ›

Peanuts are technically legumes, which are not paleo compliant, and that means peanut butter is off limits for paleo eaters. All other nuts and seeds are fair game, so if nuts and seeds are the only ingredients, snack away!

How to speed up weight loss on paleo? ›

A Simple Approach to Successful Weight Loss when eating Paleo
  1. Nothing processed.
  2. Lean protein + healthy fats.
  3. Go low carb.
  4. Hydrate.
  5. Stay active.
  6. Make a meal plan and stick to it.
  7. Don't forget the snacks.
  8. Avoid eating at restaurants.
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What to drink on a paleo diet? ›

Plant-based drinks that are made with fruits, vegetables and other plants combined with water are paleo-friendly. For example, that includes tea (although the caffeine content is controversial), fruit juices including pulp, smoothies, and sparkling waters.

Is coffee paleo? ›

Technically, no. Removing the caffeine from the plant is usually done through chemical processing that we consider too far from a natural, mechanical process. Our Paleolithic ancestors would not have had the ability to remove caffeine from coffee beans.

Can you eat rice on paleo? ›

Strict paleo dieters exclude all grains from their diets — including rice — primarily due to their high phytate content. Although it's technically prohibited, many people still consume small amounts of white rice while following a paleo diet because it's lower in phytates, compared with other types.

Are bananas paleo? ›

If you're Paleo because you're a Crossfitter or you're restoring your gut health, bananas are an excellent part of your diet. Athletes can benefit from several bananas daily, especially long distance runners as bananas have been found to be as effective at replacing electrolytes as non-Paleo sports drinks.

What foods should I avoid to reduce inflammation? ›

Foods high in added sugar, such as candy, jelly and syrup. Sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda, bottled or canned tea drinks, and sports drinks. Trans fats, found in margarine, microwave popcorn, refrigerated biscuits and dough, and nondairy coffee creamers.

Why do I feel weak on paleo? ›

Any poorly planned diet can cause you to feel “off” and have lower energy than usual. If a paleo diet is too restrictive, it could lead to low energy levels and feelings of tiredness. Too restrictive means it doesn't provide enough calories or certain nutrients, such as carbs.

How long does it take to feel the effects of a paleo diet? ›

How long does it take to see results from the paleo lifestyle? There's no universal answer to this question. If you start eating a very healthy paleo lifestyle, you'll likely see quick weight loss in the first week or two - this may be mostly water weight, and your losses could slow after this initial period.

How strict do you have to be on paleo? ›

The strictest form of the paleo diet includes only water, fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, meats and fish -- and excludes what many would call whole foods, such as rolled oats, beans and legumes. Other paleo dieters deem healthy oils, eggs, milk, some whole grains, beans and legumes okay.

Why can't I lose weight on paleo? ›

There are several reasons you might not lose weight on the paleo diet. Maybe your carbs are too high, you're eating too much protein, or your food was toxic. Read on to find out why you're not losing weight eating paleo diet foods, and what you can do to make paleo work for you.

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