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Is Tortillas Gluten-Free?

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Quick Answer

Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free. Flour tortillas are made from wheat and contain gluten. Always check the label on corn tortillas for shared lines.

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The Full Answer

Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free โ€” they're made from corn (masa harina), water, and lime. They're one of the safest and most versatile staple foods for celiacs.

Flour tortillas are made from wheat flour and contain significant gluten โ€” they are NOT safe.

Some corn tortillas may be produced on shared lines with flour tortillas, introducing cross-contamination risk. Look for corn tortillas that specifically state "gluten-free" on the label. Mission and Guerrero both make GF-labeled corn tortillas. Siete Foods makes excellent grain-free tortillas using cassava and coconut flour.

Hidden Gluten Risks in Tortillas

  • โš Some corn tortillas on shared wheat lines
  • โš Flour tortillas contain wheat
  • โš Restaurant tortillas may be flour-based
  • โš Flavored tortillas may contain wheat
  • โš "Whole grain" tortillas are wheat-based

Safe Brands

  • โœ… Mission Corn (GF labeled)
  • โœ… Guerrero Corn
  • โœ… Siete (grain-free)
  • โœ… La Banderita Corn

Avoid These

  • ๐Ÿšซ All flour tortillas
  • ๐Ÿšซ Whole wheat tortillas
  • ๐Ÿšซ Spinach/flavored flour tortillas

Gluten-Free Alternatives

Corn tortillasSiete grain-free wrapsLettuce wrapsGF wraps

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About the Author

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Sarah Mitchell

Lead Content Writer & Nutritionist, B.S. Nutrition Science

Sarah was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2018 and writes evidence-based guides combining clinical nutrition knowledge with 6+ years of personal gluten-free living experience.

Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or a registered dietitian before making dietary changes related to celiac disease. Read full disclaimer.