40 Delicious SIBO Christmas Recipes
Are you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of figuring out what you're going to eat during the holidays? Never fear, I'm sharing my Top 40 SIBO-friendly Christmas recipes with you. I do not believe that a SIBO diagnosis should mean bland, boring food. That's why I've taken traditional holiday recipes and put a SIBO twist on them.
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Beautiful Breakfasts
These sensational breakfast recipes will start your Christmas morning off with a bang and leave you in the festive spirit.
Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie
This smoothie is a great way to incorporate the flavours of seasonal pumpkin and it's the perfect snack or breakfast without much fuss. Recipe by Riley Wimminger from Bridgetown Nutrition.
Big Brekkie Fry Up
If you're looking for a breakfast fit for a King or Queen, you can't go past the Big Brekkie Fry Up. Crispy bacon, scrambled eggs, creamy avocado, roasted tomatoes and smoky salsa make the perfect Christmas breakfast dish. Get the recipe here.
Spinach Soufflé Pancakes with Roasted Tomato and Crispy Bacon
These light and airy spinach pancakes are a fun play on the more traditional heavy pancake. Using egg whites to get their light texture, they look so pretty on your plate when combined with roasted tomatoes and crispy bacon. Get the recipe here.
Low FODMAP Smoked Salmon and Spinach Frittata Cups
Filled with fresh dill, lemon, and salmon, these flavorful egg muffins will make a great addition to your Christmas morning breakfast. Recipe by Emily from Fun without FODMAPs.
Pancakes with Berry Compote and Coconut Yoghurt
Who doesn't love pancakes on Christmas morning? Using our Basic Pancake Recipe, we have topped them with a luscious warm berry compote and a dollop of 24-hour coconut yoghurt. Get the full recipe here.
Sensational Starters and Appetizers
Start Christmas off on the right note with these sensational starters and appetizers. They are the perfect way to get into the Christmas mood and whet your taste buds for the taste sensations to come.
Prawn Cocktail
The humble shrimp (prawn) cocktail has been gracing Christmas feasts for years. Done right, there is no reason why it shouldn't be included in this year's menu. Succulent prawns are paired with a zesty salsa, topped with a creamy homemade mayonnaise to make this appetizer simply irresistible. Get the recipe here.
Smoked Salmon Blinis
These bite-sized treats make for a delicious canapé. Small enough to serve on a platter as your guests arrive, and pretty enough to seriously wow them, they will leave your guests going back for more. The blini is a mini pancake which is topped with puréed avocado, smoked salmon and a sprinkling of mini herbs. This recipe is available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook. You can also get the recipe here.
Coconut crumbed shrimp with ruby grapefruit salad
When it's time to sit down, there's nothing better than starting the formal dining with a sensational shrimp dish. The zesty goodness from the ruby grapefruit pairs perfectly with the salty crunch from the coconut crumb on the shrimp. Get the recipe here. It is also available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Spiral Vegetable and Pesto Quiche
If you're looking for a more filling appetizer, or need to feed a vegetarian, this beautiful Spiral Vegetable and Pesto Quiche is perfect. It's also large enough to feed a small army, and the added pesto really lifts the dish. This recipe is available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Spicy Roast Pumpkin soup
Nothing says comfort like a warm bowl of pumpkin soup. A hint of chilli and the crunch of the roasted pumpkin seeds take this humble soup to the next level. This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Mouthwatering Mains
When it's time for the main event, you can't go past a range of perfectly roasted meats and a wide selection of side dishes.
Roast turkey roll with cranberry stuffing
Dry turkey is a thing of the past! This mouthwatering turkey roll is moist and full of flavour. The festive addition of cranberry stuffing makes it not only delicious, but adds a pop of colour that makes the dish a beautiful spectacle on your Christmas dinner table. This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Succulent lemon and thyme roast chicken
If you're looking for something smaller than a turkey, you can't go past my Succulent Lemon and Thyme Roast Chicken. Basting in its own delicious juices, this chicken is the most tender, succulent bird you can eat. Perfect when cooking for 4 people. Cooking for more? Then double the ingredients or swap it for a turkey. Grab the recipe here or get it in the SIBO Family Favourites Cookbook.
Herb crusted roast beef
Nothing says Christmas dinner like a roast beef, and this tender roast beef is a true Christmas miracle because your guests won't be able to stop talking about it for weeks. The herb crust imparts a wonderful flavour to the meat. Get the recipe here.
Sensational Sides
Pick and choose from your favourite side dishes. I love nothing more than having a little taste of a lot of different things. The hardest part is choosing which sides to cook!
DUCK FAT ROASTED POTATOES
Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, these duck fat roast potatoes will have your guests coming back for more and asking for the recipe. A perfect side dish for your Christmas feast. Get the recipe here.
Thyme Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
It took me a long time to be able to tolerate roast potatoes, and I longed for a good alternative. That's when my thyme roasted carrots and parsnips were born. The added thyme adds a lovely depth of flavour to the vegetables and they make an excellent alternative to potatoes. This recipe is available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Buttery Pan Fried bacon Brussels sprouts
I love nothing more than biting into perfectly pan-fried Brussels sprouts. Cooked in bacon fat and sprinkled with chopped roasted hazelnuts, they take the humble sprout to the next level. This recipe is available here and in the SIBO Family Favourites Cookbook.
Mashed Rutabaga (Swede)
Looking for an alternative to mashed potatoes? Mashed rutabaga (otherwise known as swede) is a tasty substitution that mimics the texture so well you might as well be eating potatoes! Recipe by Elena Wistey from Journey Through SIBO.
Carrot and Parsnip Gratin
There's nothing more delicious than biting into a creamy, cheesy gratin. This SIBO friendly version uses a surprising ingredient to achieve a luscious creamy texture. And for those who can tolerate it, a sprinkling of parmesan cheese is the perfect topping. This recipe is available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Roasted Pumpkin with a Sage and Walnut Drizzle
I love roasting my pumpkin until it caramelises and has a lovely deep flavour. Drizzling a sage and walnut dressing on it is next level stuff. This recipe is available in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Pomegranate Celeriac Salad
This fresh Pomegranate Celeriac Salad is a refreshing way to use celeriac, while adding in some pomegranate for extra crunch. Not only is this salad delicious, but it's also super nutritious as celeriac is packed with a variety of nutrients. Recipe by Riley Wimminger from Bridgetown Nutrition.
Tomato Salad with Basil Dressing
For those celebrating the holidays south of the equator, this recipe is perfectly seasonal for your holiday dinner. Fresh tomatoes take center stage in this recipe, with an herby basil dressing on top. This recipe is featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Cheesy Cloud Bread Rolls
I'll be honest. These aren't exactly like bread rolls, but when you have to steer clear of all of the ingredients that make bread, these are a good alternative. Shape them like a roll and you won't be feeling left out with these on your plate. This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Delectable Desserts
I always make room for dessert at the end of my Christmas meal. Depending on how many people you are cooking for, you can make one, some or all of the following SIBO desserts.
Christmas Meringue Tower
A towering showstopper of a dessert, this SIBO-friendly meringue tree is not only gorgeous, but tasty too. Plus, dairy and gluten free! Get the recipe here. This recipe is also featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Gingerbread cookie ice cream sandwich
What happens when you mix two of the best things on earth? Naturally, you get a gingerbread cookie and ice cream sandwich! This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Pumpkin Pie
How good is pumpkin pie? I'm completely in love with the creamy filling which is offset with the nutty crunch of the pecan base. This version is best served cold, as it helps it set the filling, but it most definitely doesn't detract from the spectacular flavours. This recipe is available here and also featured in the SIBO Family Favourites Cookbook.
Berry Crumble
Fresh berries aren't in season in December in the northern hemisphere (but they are here in Australia), so I use good quality frozen berries when I can't get them fresh and get excellent results. The nutty topping adds a lovely crunch to this dessert. And if you can tolerate it, a scoop of homemade ice cream is perfect. This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Lemon tart
Lemon tart is one of my all time favourite desserts. I love the citrus tang from the lemon juice and zest, paired with the crisp pastry base. It's delicious served as it is, or with a scoop of whipped coconut cream on the side. This recipe is available exclusively to participants of the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Mini Christmas puddings with warm custard
For years, I have made a traditional Christmas pudding with warm custard for the pièce de résistance on Christmas Day. When I stopped eating gluten, sugar and dairy I was devastated that I would never eat a Christmas pud again. These mini puddings use the aromatic spices from a traditional pudding but skip the fruit, making them a SIBO friendly version that you can enjoy once again. Get the recipe here. This recipe is also featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Ruby Grapefruit and Custard Trifle
The flavours of delicious citrus combine with creamy layers of almond cake, custard, sweet ruby grapefruit and whipped coconut. If you miss trifle, you'll be thrilled to bring it back into your repertoire this Christmas. This recipe is featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Vanilla panna cotta
Don't want to fuss for hours in the kitchen? This 5-ingredient recipe is easy to make and quick. Free from sugar, gluten, dairy, nuts and eggs, this dessert is suitable for even the most restricted SIBO diets. This recipe is featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Party Favourites
Smoked Trout Dip
Serve up this tasty smoked trout dip at your holiday party instead of commercially made dips. Not only will it taste nicer, you will know exactly what has gone into it and that it is safe on your SIBO diet. Get the recipe here.
Cracker Snacks
These SIBO-friendly crackers are a great alternative to the real thing. Skip the dried currants if you're unable to tolerate them. Recipe by Elena Wistey at Journey Through SIBO.
Beetroot, Carrot and Parsnip Chips
Don't serve commercially made chips this Christmas when you can easily make your own. These beetroot, carrot and parsnip chips are the perfect salty crunchy snack for Christmas Day. Get the recipe here.
Chunky Roast Pumpkin and Macadamia Dip with Fresh Vegetables
You will never go back to eating store bought dips once you’ve tasted this taste sensation! Make sure you have people to share it with as you won’t be able to stop at just one bite. Get the recipe here.
Walnut Wafers
A simple cracker that melts in your mouth with a gentle crumble, these Walnut Wafer Crackers are a great addition to the Chunky Roast Pumpkin and Macadamia Dip. Recipe by Elena Wistey at Journey Through SIBO.
SIBO Chocolate Bark
Chocolate doesn’t have to be off the list with this SIBO-friendly chocolate bark. It is most definitely worth the effort! Once you have mastered this version, play around with different flavour combinations with different nuts, seeds and freeze-dried berries. Get the recipe here.
Strawberry Shortbread Cookie
Buttery shortbread cookie pairs perfectly with a strawberry filling in these thumbprint cookies. Get the recipe here. This recipe is also featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Gingerbread Cookies
What says Christmas better than a cute Christmassy shaped gingerbread cookie? Take a batch to your next Christmas party. Get the recipe here. The recipe is also featured in the SIBO Holiday eCookbook.
Chocolate Coconut Bites
I love chocolate, and I love coconut and so it was only natural that I would combine the two to create these sensational chocolate coconut bites. They are just sweet enough to keep your cravings at bay, and because they are in little bite-sized portions, it is easy to monitor how many you are eating. Get the recipe here. This recipe is also featured in the SIBO Family Favourites Cookbook.
Drinks
Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
If you're able to tolerate chocolate, this hazelnut-infused hot cocoa is a must-have for the holidays. Recipe by Elena Wistey at Journey Through SIBO.
What Will You Be Cooking?
I hope my Top 40 SIBO Christmas Recipes have given you some inspiration for your own Christmas meal. Head to the comments section below and tell me what you will be cooking. And if you need some extra help, don't forget to sign up to the Christmas Cooking Class. Get instant access here.
Need more Christmas Recipe Inspiration?
The SIBO Holiday eCookbook is jam-packed with delicious SIBO friendly recipes that are perfect for your Christmas celebrations. Enjoy delicious appetizers and entrées, perfect vegetable sides and accompaniments, mouth-watering desserts and gorgeous gifts and baked goods. All recipes contain AU and US ingredient names, temperatures and measurements. Available immediately via email download.
