Follow the Hashtags, Find the Recipes

Instagram's hashtag system is like a directory for finding specific content. Whether you're hunting for your next recipe inspiration or looking to share your own creations, knowing the right hashtags matters.

Top General Food Hashtags

• #FoodTok - Cross-platform trending content
• #Foodie - The classic, still powerful
• #HomeCooking - Home-made meal content
• #RecipeOfTheDay - Fresh recipe inspiration
• #EasyRecipes - Quick, accessible cooking
• #HealthyEating - Nutritious meal ideas
• #ComfortFood - Cozy, satisfying dishes

Meal-Specific Hashtags

• #BreakfastIdeas - Morning meal inspiration
• #LunchPrep - Midday meals and work lunches
• #DinnerTime - Evening meal content
• #MealPrepSunday - Weekly prep content
• #WeekdayDinners - Quick weeknight ideas
• #BrunchVibes - Weekend late breakfast

Diet and Lifestyle Hashtags

• #PlantBased - Vegan and vegetarian
• #GlutenFree - Gluten-free recipes
• #Keto - Low-carb, high-fat content
• #DairyFree - No dairy recipes
• #CleanEating - Whole, unprocessed foods
• #HighProtein - Protein-focused meals

Cuisine-Specific Hashtags

• #ItalianFood - Pasta, pizza, and more
• #MexicanCooking - Tacos to tamales
• #AsianCuisine - Pan-Asian inspiration
• #MediterraneanDiet - Healthy Mediterranean dishes
• #IndianFood - Curries and more
• #MiddleEasternFood - Hummus to shawarma

Trending 2025 Hashtags

• #GirlDinner - Snack plates and low-effort meals
• #ProteinGoals - High-protein eating
• #30MinuteMeals - Quick cooking
• #BudgetMeals - Affordable cooking
• #AirFryerRecipes - The appliance craze continues
• #ViralRecipe - Internet-famous dishes

How to Use Hashtags Effectively

For discovery:

• Follow hashtags directly to see content in your feed
• Search hashtags when you want specific recipe types
• Check the "Recent" tab for fresh content

For creators:

• Use a mix of popular and niche hashtags
• Keep hashtags relevant to your specific post
• Aim for 5-15 hashtags per post
• Include location-based food hashtags

Save Those Recipes

Found an amazing recipe through a hashtag search? Don't just save the post—use ReelToMeal to extract the actual recipe. That way you'll have the ingredients and steps ready when you want to cook.