44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (2024)

[Last updated 3rd September, 2023]

Do you suffer from symptoms of food intolerance?

Or have you been diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?

If so, a low FODMAP diet is the only proven method to discover what foods trigger your symptoms.

I’ve rounded up 44delicious low FODMAP recipes to help you get started. Recipes are categorised under breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts.

Click the recipe photo or name below for the full instructions and more photos.

Would you like more information on how to start a low FODMAP diet?

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Tap the blue button below to download our “Eat This, Not That” list as well as additional resources for IBS and digestive issues (it’s free!)

Contents

Low FODMAP Breakfast Recipes

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (2)Low FODMAP Muesli

Slightly sweet but nice and crunchy.

If you can tolerate oats then they are a nutritious addition in place of corn flakes. Oats are naturally gluten-free also.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (3)Low FODMAP Green Kiwi Smoothie

Think green smoothies are just about nutrition?

The FODMAP Everyday Green Kiwi Smoothie is super tasty too and very easy to make.

Easy Chocolate Chip Scones44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (4)

Basically identical to scones made with wheat flour… nobody will know the difference.

Can also swap out chocolate for pecans, walnuts or other low FODMAP nuts.

Low FODMAP Strawberry Banana Smoothie44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (5)

Satisfies hunger and your sweet tooth.

Be sure to use maple syrup rather than honey.

Coconut Oat Granola With Dark Chocolate44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (6)

Crunchy coconut oats with rose water and dark chocolate.

Go for chocolate with 85%+ cocoa.

A little bit fancy, so perhaps not an everyday breakfast.

Low FODMAP Blueberry Smoothie44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (7)

This one uses protein powder and soy ice cream for something a bit different.

Low FODMAP Overnight Banana Chocolate Oats44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (8)

Batch prepare this to grab on the go.

Also a filling lunch option.

Blueberry and Lemon Buttermilk Pancakes44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (9)

These FODMAP-friendly and Gluten-free pancakes are fluffy and light-as-cloud.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (10)Poached Eggs On Yogurt and Garlic Infused Oil

Serve with spelt bread or corn tortillas and low FODMAP veggies.

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Quinoa Porridge with Berries and Cinnamon

Quinoa is a high-protein alternative to oats, but costs a lot more.

One cup of cooked quinoa is low FODMAP.

Low FODMAP LunchRecipes

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Low FODMAP Egg Shakshuka

Shakshukacan either be a lazy weekend breakfast or lunch.

Remember to divide the recipe into 4 serves to keep it low FODMAP.

Fresh Spring (Rice-Paper) Rolls44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (13)

Select a maximum of 3 veggies, and add a protein if you like.

Omitavocado and scallions.

Easy One-Pan Ratatouille44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (14)

Delicious low FODMAP veggies and a thick sauce.

Add a protein source for a complete meal.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (15)Low FODMAP Tomato and Leek Frittata

Leek leaves are a great replacement for onions.

They go really well with eggs.

Low FODMAP Minestrone44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (16)

Classic minestrone soup is great for lunch or a light dinner.

Uses canned chickpeas, but they need to be soaked again even out of thetin to keep the FODMAP content low.

Slow Cooker Chicken & Wild Rice Soup44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (17)

Rich and creamy, soups are perfect for batching and then freezing the leftovers in portions.

Then you’ve always got a quick and tasty go to snack or meal.

Carrot, Coconut and Ginger Soup44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (18)

Delicious and nutritious, it only takes 30 minutes from start to finish.

Simple Low FODMAP Potato & Egg Salad44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (19)

Heavy on nutrients, light in calories.

We should all aim to eat more salads at lunch.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (20)Low FODMAP Carrot & Corn Fritters

According to Monash, 1/4 cup of corn kernels per person is low FODMAP.

This works out to be 3 fritters total, so it’s not a big lunch.

Baked Eggs with Spinach & Labneh44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (21)

Make sure the eggs look slightly under-cooked when removed from the oven because they continue to cook in the hot tomatoes.

Low FODMAP Dinner Recipes

Maple-Marinated Salmon with Sesame-Spinach Rice44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (22)

Simple enough for a weeknight, and the marinade is delightful.

Low Fodmap Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken and Roasted Tomatoes44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (23)

With sweet cherry tomatoes, oregano chicken and dairy-free pesto, this Low FODMAP Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken is a meal-in-one you won’t want to miss!

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (24)Low FODMAP Pumpkin & Carrot Risotto

Creamy rice and sweet roast veggies combined with fresh lemon flavours.

Quinoa Crusted Chicken Parmesan44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (25)

This is a baked (not fried) version of traditional Chicken Parmesan.

But with quinoa which is low FODMAP, high protein and high fiber.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (26)Salmon and Swiss Chard Loaded Potatoes

Loaded potatoes are easy to make, filling, healthy, and totally low FODMAP!

Thai Green Chicken Curry44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (27)

This recipe omits the problematic ingredients of traditional curries while maintaining all the wonderfully aromatic and tasty flavors, keeping the authentic Thai essence.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (28)Low FODMAP Spaghetti Bolognese

Comfort food that’s easy to throw together at the last minute.

Serve with a side of low FODMAP veggies.

Maple Garlic Glazed Salmon44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (29)

Serve with low FODMAP veggiesand 2/3 cup of brown rice (for the fiber).

Low FODMAP Chicken Nachos44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (30)

Always a weekend favourite for the family.

Leave out taco seasoning unless you can find one without garlic and onion.

Bibimbap Nourishing Bowl44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (31)

A Korean favourite.

It’s a mixed rice bowl packed with veggies, a protein source and a fried egg, sunny side up.

Chilli Coconut Crusted Fish with Salad44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (32)

A unique and delicious twist on classic pan-fried fish.

Low FODMAP Lasagna Bolognese44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (33)

Real comfort food to enjoy without upsetting your tummy.

Low FODMAP Snack Ideas

We’ve since created a roundup of 77 low FODMAP snacks, both simple and from recipes. You can see it here.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (34)Sweet and Spicy Nuts!

Rich in protein, fiber and magnesium, a nutrient many of us are lacking.

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (35)Cheesy Baked Quinoa And Zucchini Cups

Super simple to make and enjoy as a quick snack.

Banana Nut Quinoa Muffins44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (36)

Unique muffins that use quinoa flour.

Low-FODMAP Kettle Popcorn Recipe44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (37)

This recipe will quickly become your favorite treat for family movie nights, entertaining, kids parties and more!

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (38)Homemade Trail Mix

Made with banana chips, dark chocolate chips, low FODMAP pretzel sticks and pumpkin seeds.

Low FODMAP Banana Chocolate Walnut Bread44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (39)

Delicious and very closeconsistency to regular banana bread.

Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (40)

Only 5 ingredients needed, or 6 if you want chocolate chips.

Low FODMAP Dessert Recipes

Low FODMAP Blueberry Crumble Slice44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (41)

Classic comfort food, great with ice-cream.

Fudgy One-Bowl Brownies44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (42)

Moist fudgey-style brownies with a shiny top.

Creamy Coconut Milk Quinoa Pudding44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (43)

Make a batch and keep in the fridge.

FODMAP Friendly Ferrero Rocher44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (44)

The healthiest and tastiestchocolate and hazelnut truffles you’ll ever eat.

About 20 hazelnuts (30 grams) is a bit high in FODMAPs,but you are fine if you don’t eat more than two at one sitting.

Low FODMAP Strawberry & Rhubarb Crumble44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (45)

Divide this recipe into 3 serves to keep it low FODMAP.

Would you like more information on how to start a low FODMAP diet?

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (46)

Tap the blue button below to download our “Eat This, Not That” list as well as additional resources for IBS and digestive issues (it’s free!)

44 Mouthwatering Low FODMAP Recipes For IBS (+ Printable PDF) (2024)

FAQs

What is the best breakfast for IBS sufferers? ›

You can not beat oats as a breakfast option when you have IBS - low FODMAP, high fibre and so versatile. You can add any type of milk and you can add a protein powder to increase the protein content.” Add to basket.

What is the best food to eat when you suffer from IBS? ›

Choose easier-to-digest proteins, such as eggs, chicken, turkey, fish, extra-firm tofu, and plain lactose-free greek yogurt. Lower-fat cooking methods, such as baking, roasting, steaming, boiling, and sautéing, can also help you avoid uncomfortable symptoms.

What is the easiest IBS diet? ›

The best foods for IBS depend on your individual symptoms and needs. In general, you may benefit from adding to your diet foods like berries, oatmeal, gluten-free options, lean meats, low fat dairy products, and stevia. Possible diets for IBS include low fat, gluten free, and low FODMAP.

Why is the low FODMAP diet not working? ›

One reason the low-FODMAP diet may not work is that you may not have IBS but actually have another disorder. Your healthcare provider may need to do more tests, or you may need to go to a specialist. Other possible diagnoses include: Inflammatory bowel disease.

Is peanut butter ok for IBS? ›

If you have IBS and love peanut butter, good news! Peanut butter is a low FODMAP food. In its simplest form, it is just made of dry roasted peanuts, salt and oil, all of which are allowed on a low FODMAP diet. However, some brands add refined sugar and flavourings to enhance the peanut butter's taste.

What foods help calm IBS? ›

You can ease your IBS symptoms by eating a balanced diet that is low in FODMAPs and saturated fat. These include lean meats, eggs, fatty fish, leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and fruits that are lower in sugar. Fermented foods may also be good for the gut flora in you have IBS.

Is cheese bad for IBS? ›

Whilst lactose in cheese can trigger IBS symptoms, it may also be down to the high fat content. Even a low lactose cheese can cause IBS flare ups if eaten in excess. But cheese may be ok in small portions for many people with IBS. You don't need to go completely dairy free.

What is the biggest trigger for IBS? ›

Trigger #1: Eating the wrong foods
  • Sugary foods: dried fruit, apples, mangoes, watermelon and high-fructose corn syrup.
  • Foods with polyols: apples, apricots, avocados, cherries, nectarines, peaches and cauliflower.
  • Foods with lactose: milk, cheese, ice cream and yogurts.
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How do you empty your bowels with IBS? ›

A combination of lifestyle changes and medications make stools softer and easier to pass, which helps prevent incomplete bowel movements.
  1. Exercise. Staying active is good for the whole body, including the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. ...
  2. Diet. ...
  3. Fiber. ...
  4. Laxatives and stool softeners. ...
  5. Antidepressants. ...
  6. Medications for IBS-C.
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Is salad good for IBS? ›

As many of you know, salads are a nutritious powerhouse chock full of antioxidants, healthy fats, and lean proteins. They are also a great source of fiber, a nutrient that is essential to gut health whether you have IBS-C, IBS- D, or IBS-M. Fiber not only helps you stay regular, but it also helps bind stool.

Is tuna good for IBS? ›

Tuna, mackerel, and salmon are some of the many types of fish that contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are great for your heart health and reduce inflammation linked to IBS. Add more fatty fish to your diet.

What happens if you stay on the low FODMAP diet too long? ›

If you skip these foods for too long, you may starve helpful bacteria colonies and cultivate unhealthy bacteria. Over time, if you follow only strict low FODMAP eating, you might notice yourself getting more tired, having more headaches, constipation, muscular weakness, or getting sick more easily.

Why do I feel worse on a low FODMAP diet? ›

You may also be eating more starches and sugars from hyper-processed gluten free, low FODMAP packaged foods than usual, which may overwhelm the absorption capacity of a sensitive, hyper-active gut. If you suspect this, try eating more fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds and see how you feel.

Is Greek yogurt low in FODMAP? ›

The Facts: FODMAP Friendly gave full-fat, Greek Yogurt the pass at 200grams. This can be attributed to the fermentation combined with the straining process. Monash list Greek yoghurt as moderate FODMAP at 93g and high FODMAP at 170g.

Are scrambled eggs good for IBS? ›

People look at foods such as fruits, vegetables, and certain grains, thinking they're eating healthy—however, in an IBS patient, some of these foods can trigger symptoms. Some of the best foods for IBS include: Eggs. Eggs are easy to digest and don't upset the colon.

Can you eat bacon and eggs with IBS? ›

In comparison, fatty and processed meats can cause inflammation and worsen your IBS symptoms. Avoid sausage, bacon, pepperoni, salami, and marbled cuts of meat. Examples of lean meats you should add to your diet if you have IBS include white-meat chicken, white-meat turkey, and cuts of beef like sirloin and top round.

How can I calm my IBS down fast? ›

While it's important for your healthcare provider to diagnose and treat IBS, there are things you can do at home to help provide fast pain relief. Some people with IBS apply soothing heat to the belly using a heating pad or hot water bottle. They may try sipping herbal teas that help with stomach pain.

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