Ten healthy treats for right around $10

For the week leading up to my wedding in August 2010, my sweet friend Noel Quinnelly created a large gift basket of gluten-free, dairy-free treats for me and my bridesmaids (a couple of whom share my same allergies). It will always go down as one of the best gifts I've ever received. It was thoughtful, it ensured that I ate during that crazy-busy week, and it was FUN.

I've had multiple people ask me, "What can I cook for my gluten-free [friend/family member]?" Inspired by Noel and these questions, I've brainstormed some ideas for treats, dinners, and groceries that you can gift your gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free friends: for the holidays, a birthday, a wedding week, a mom-with-new-baby, or just for fun!

Ten healthy treats for right around $10

1. Small tin of raw cocoa/cacao, carton of almond milk, small jar of honey (hot cocoa fix!)
2. Bottle of sparkling water and a lime; can of Zevia; bag of Teeccino (fun drinks!)
3. Fruit basket with small carton of almond-milk yogurt for dipping
4. Veggie basket: snap peas, carrots, celery, cucumber, etc.
5. Gluten-free, juice-sweetened loaf of bread, jar of all-fruit jam, tea bags (toast and tea time!)
6. Can of black beans, jar of salsa (no sugar), ground turkey, romaine lettuce, brown rice tortillas
7. Bag of frozen chicken, bag of frozen veggies
8. Freeze-dried fruits and a nut mix
9. Bag of gluten-free pasta ($2 at Trader Joe's) and a jar of pasta sauce (without cheese or sugar)
10. Bag of gluten-free oats; raisins, pecans, and an apple (happy breakfast!)

I'd love your ideas too! What are the best treats and meals you've given and received?