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Lindsay Cotter, Founder of Cotter Crunch

About Cotter Crunch

Welcome All!

I’m Lindsay Cotter, founder of Cotter Crunch. I’m so happy to have you here!

I created Cotter Crunch in 2009 thanks to my husband and former triathlete. At the time, I was cooking to keep him healthy and fueled for performance and recovery throughout his races. In doing so, I began posting my recipes on his blog, and before I knew it I had created my own to provide a nutrition resource for athletes like him with recipes using REAL FOODS.

Over time, I began developing recipes to help combat my own health problems (more on that later), and my focus began to shift to a gluten-free diet.

So, fast forward a few years to now, and my recipes still focus on including healthy, wholesome ingredients while providing inclusive ingredients for all diet types. It’s my mission to spread knowledge about how each ingredient works while sharing recipes that restore the body, energize, and taste great!

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On a Mission to Provide Gluten-Free, Allergy-Friendly, Wholesome Recipes You’ll Love

I’ve been cooking gluten-free for over 12 years now due to a parasite I contracted in Africa. Unfortunately, that parasite caused a lot of digestive distress on my body, and I fell very ill and lost a lot of weight. Thanks to my background in nutrition (and my obsession with biohacking), I was able to heal the majority of my symptoms by eliminating common allergens such as gluten and dairy from my diet. Yes, I say “majority” because, to me, 100% healed and healthy is unrealistic.

In 2016 I had colon surgery to help correct some of the damage done by the parasite. As a result, I will always have some setbacks.

But we’re human! We ALL have setbacks!  We ALL will have times where we need to honor our mental health. Which might mean letting go of trying to achieve perfect health.

That being said, my passion still remains…. turning all our favorite foods into allergy-friendly meals. Kid-friendly, mom-approved, and more!

Whether you’re gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to find healthy meals to feed your family, I’ve got you covered with simple recipes on The Cotter Crunch!

More About The Cotters

While I love developing recipes and running everything Cotter Crunch, my first love was Nutrition. In fact, I received my Bachelor’s degree in Science Nutrition from the University of Texas at Austin. I also became certified as a nutrition specialist through AASDN and work under a Sports Dietician Nutritionist and am qualified as a fitness instructor and personal trainer.

I met my New Zealander husband (aka kiwi Cotter) while working as a run coach, and together we have traveled the globe as he competed. In our adventures, I was nicknamed “Sherpa wife” for handing out healthy goodies like my Apricot Fig Energy Bites at the end of each race to help the athletes refuel. Today I embrace that title and remain as passionate about nutrition and making healthy foods taste great as ever!

James and Lindsay Cotter

Browse Gluten-Free Recipes You’ll Love

These are some of my favorite gluten-free comfort food recipes! They have all the warm, hearty flavors you love with an allergy-friendly twist so they can be enjoyed by everyone!

  • Lemon Zucchini Bread

    Lemon Zucchini Bread

  • Gluten-Free Chicken Noodle Soup (Crockpot)

    Gluten-Free Chicken Noodle Soup (Crockpot)

  • Baked Oatmeal Cups (3 Ways)

    Baked Oatmeal Cups (3 Ways)

  • Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats

    Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Cotter Crunch Team

Meet the Team!

What began as a one-woman show quickly grew into a team. Cotter Crunch wouldn’t be possible without these wonderful women!

Lindsay Cotter  

Founder/ Owner & Content Creator 

Lindsay is the primary voice and creator behind Cotter Crunch. She started out doing everything as a one-woman show and now runs the entire team, functioning as the primary recipe developer and photographer. She lives in Utah with her husband, James, and their Vizsla, Oakley.

Elle Queen 

Brand Manager

Elle helps maintain and develop relationships with brands we know, love, and trust to help us to continue to bring high-quality content to the blog along with product recommendations and discounts for items our team not only loves but knows you will, too!

Shyanne Gregg

Editorial Manager

Shyanne helps translate Lindsay’s thoughts into written words by assisting with content planning, SEO research and analysis, and copy. From blog posts to newsletters, if you’re reading it, there’s a good chance Shyanne wrote it! In addition, she assists Lindsay in the studio with recipe testing and creation, managing studio events, and more!

Ana Ankeny

Data Analyst and Project Manager

A true lifesaver, Ana helps keep the entire team on track by analyzing data and trends. She also helps tackle large products that may come up, assisting with blog organization, edits, and anything else we may need.

Sammi Rickie

Community Manager and CC Test Kitchen 

The backbone of the Cotter Crunch community, Sammi makes sure we stay well-connected with all of you! In addition to answering reader recipe inquiries, Sammi helps plan social media content, film reels, and helps Lindsay triple test all the recipes on Cotter Crunch!

Ryan Townley 

Web Developer

Our go-to guy, Ryan, is responsible for developing and maintaining our website. He’s a master web developer and not only helps make our blog beautiful but also handles backend systems and answers our never-ending questions

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The Gluten-Free Family Cookbook

100 Allergy-Friendly Recipes for Everyone Around Your Table

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IT'S LAUNCH DAY!!🥳 The Gluten Free Family Cookbook
The Gluten-Free Family Cookbook
Nourishing Superfood Bowls Cookbook cover

Nourishing Superfood Bowls Cookbook

75 Healthy and Delicious Gluten-Free Meals to Fuel Your Day

Take fresh, real food ingredients and create mind-blowing breakfasts, lunches, dinners and desserts that can be enjoyed at any time. Filled with delicious and nutritional ingredients, these healthy and balanced bowls will help you take on your day, whether it is for weight management, food allergies, convenience or taste.

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Dessert Recipes

Whether you’re looking for a bite-sized treat or planning for a party, these desserts are guaranteed to please!

  • Gluten Free Brownies

    Gluten Free Brownies

  • Almond Butter Cookies (Gluten Free)

    Almond Butter Cookies (Gluten Free)

  • Peppermint Chocolate Muffins (Gluten Free)

    Peppermint Chocolate Muffins (Gluten Free)

  • Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes (Vegan Option)

    Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes (Vegan Option)

Top Dairy-Free Recipes

Being lactose intolerant doesn’t mean you have to skip out on all your favorite foods thanks to easy swaps and simple substitutions!

  • Flourless Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

    Flourless Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

  • Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower (Vegan & Whole30 option)

    Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower (Vegan & Whole30 option)

  • Vegan Jalapeño Chickpea Mac and Cheese

    Vegan Jalapeño Chickpea Mac and Cheese

  • Creamy Tomato Gluten Free Pasta + 5 Other Recipes

    Creamy Tomato Gluten Free Pasta + 5 Other Recipes

New to gluten free eating?

Check out our beginner’s guide!

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Work with Me

Throughout my journey, I’ve been lucky to be featured in magazines, develop a cookbook, create videos, and more. It’s been a wild ride! Hopefully, you’ll stick around for the rest of it. If you’re interested, here’s a list of some of the incredible opportunities we’ve had over the years.

Join the Community

I’d love to stay connected! Please feel free to join me over on Instagram and Facebook where I’m always whipping up new recipes, sharing cooking tips, and giving you glimpses into my everyday life. Also, don’t forget to join our email list to be the first to know about exciting updates. Cheers!

Reader Favorites

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  • a bowl of curried cauliflower rice soupCurried Cauliflower Soup with Kale
  • Collage of 4 saucepans and skillets filled with 4 different varieties of gluten free roux.How to Make Gluten Free Roux for Keto Sauces + Soups
  • stack of dried orange slices on white backgroundDried Orange Slices (Oven or Dehydrator)
  • meal prep containers with overnight oatmeal and superfoodsSuperfood Overnight Oatmeal {Healthy Meal Prep 2 Ways}

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