Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter

Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter is a free, open-source boilerplate that connects Nuxt.js 3, Tailwind CSS v4, and Flowbite's component library in a single Vue project.

What is Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter?

Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter is a starter project and installation guide published by Flowbite. It takes a fresh Nuxt project as input and outputs a development environment where Tailwind CSS v4 utility classes and Flowbite components (modals, navbars, tables, dropdowns) work together. The project runs on Node.js with the Nuxt development server at localhost:3000. The repository includes instructions for both JavaScript and TypeScript versions.

Key Features

• Nuxt 3 base — The starter scaffolds a project with npx nuxi init, giving you the latest Nuxt 3 structure.
• Tailwind CSS v4 integration — Tailwind is added through the @tailwindcss/vite plugin and a single input.css file that imports Tailwind.
• Flowbite component library — The setup registers Flowbite's default theme, plugin, and source files so you can use components like modals, navbars, tables, and dropdowns.
• TypeScript option — The guide explains how to use the TypeScript version of the setup alongside the standard JavaScript configuration.
• Open-source and free — The repository is publicly available as an open-source project and currently has 42 stars.
• Step-by-step installation — The README walks through each terminal command and configuration change, from npm install to running the dev server.

Who is it for?

• Nuxt developers — Anyone starting a Nuxt project who wants Tailwind CSS v4 styling without manually wiring Vite plugins.
• Vue UI builders — Developers who rely on Flowbite's ready-made components (modals, navbars, tables, dropdowns) and want them pre-configured.
• Beginners — People new to Nuxt or Tailwind who need a working example and explicit commands to copy.

What can you do with Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter?

• Build an admin dashboard — Combine Flowbite's navbar, table, and modal components to create a functional interface.
• Prototype a marketing page — Use Tailwind utility classes to style layouts and Flowbite dropdowns for navigation menus.
• Learn the integration pattern — Follow the guide to understand how Tailwind v4 and Flowbite attach to a Nuxt 3 app.

How does Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter work?

The setup follows a three-phase process: first create a Nuxt project with npx nuxi init and start a dev server on port 3000; second, install Tailwind CSS v4 and register its Vite plugin in the Nuxt config file; finally, install Flowbite and import its theme, plugin, and source paths in the main CSS file. After those steps, Flowbite components are ready to use in any Vue template.

Pricing

The starter is free and open-source. There are no paid tiers or usage fees.

FAQ

Is Tailwind 4 Nuxt Starter free?

Yes, the project is free and open-source. You can use it without paying for a license, and the repository is publicly available.

What versions does it support?

It targets Nuxt 3, Tailwind CSS v4, and the current Flowbite library. The guide also covers the TypeScript configuration.

What can I build with it?

You can build any Nuxt-based interface that uses Tailwind for styling and Flowbite for interactive components, such as dashboards with modals, tables, and dropdowns.

Do I need Node.js installed?

Yes, Node.js and NPM are required. The setup commands use npm install and npx nuxi init, which depend on Node.js.