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Healthy, plant-based, oil-free vegan main entrée recipes. Featuring whole foods ingredients, naturally sweetened with dates and other fruits for no refined sugars or syrups. Includes one-pot dinners, cooking for one, budget-friendly meals from Italian, Mexican, Asian, and American comfort food.

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    Weeknight Lablabi – Spicy Tunisian Chickpea Stew

    July 10, 2025July 10, 2025

    Lablabi is spicy Tunisian Chickpea Soup or Stew. Coming from Northern Africa, this soup gets its flavor from warm spices like cumin, coriander, and harissa. Naturally vegan, it makes a hearty and comforting meal.

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    Thai Vegan Yellow Potato Tofu Curry

    July 4, 2025

    With hearty potatoes and tofu, this Thai Vegan Yellow Potato Curry is a hearty and comforting plant-based meal. An easy, one-pot recipe, this is the perfect weeknight dinner.

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  • Garden Veggie Burger with Baked Russet Chili Fries - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Essential Oil-Free, Vegan Dinner Recipe

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    How to Build the Best Plant-Based Oil-Free Veggie Burger

    May 30, 2025May 28, 2025

    How to build the ultimate plant-based oil-free veggie burger. Overcome any vegan recipe mistakes. Chef’s tips and tricks for better cooking.

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  • Healthy Vegan Black Rice Veggie Stir-Fry - Whole Foods, Plant-Based Dinner Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Plant-Based Oil-Free “Happy” Black Fried Rice

    May 19, 2025July 17, 2025

    This healthy vegan stir-fry uses black forbidden rice for the perfect texture. Full of colorful veggies, this makes a delicious plant-based meal!

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    Smoky Tofu Black Bean Plant-Based Protein Tacos

    April 27, 2025April 27, 2025

    These simple, smoky plant-based tacos combine crumbled tofu and black beans with Mexican spices and salsa. The oil-free vegan recipe uses the broiler to add extra flavor. This is the perfect recipe for a weeknight family meal!

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    Spicy Vegan Eggplant Lasagna – Plant-Based Oil-Free

    March 27, 2025March 27, 2025

    This plant-based recipe for Spicy Vegan Eggplant Lasagna layers pasta with oil-free marinara, eggplant, and tofu ricotta. This healthy take on the Italian classic dish is whole foods and oil-free. The perfect meal for a comforting, weeknight dinner. Also, it’s a freezer-friendly recipe that works great for dinner parties.

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    Simple Plant-Based Baked Sesame Tofu

    January 26, 2025July 17, 2025

    This recipe for Simple Plant-Based Baked Sesame Tofu is a delicious way to get your family to eat tofu. Tofu is a healthy source of vegan protein, perfect for serving with a side of brown rice and steamed broccoli.

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    Oil-Free Vegan Sesame Tofu Green Bean Stir-Fry

    January 10, 2025

    This vegan recipe for sesame tofu and green beans is a delicious and healthy weeknight meal. A simple Asian sesame marinade does double-duty as a sauce for the stir-fry. This colorful, plant-based meal will soon become one of your favorites.

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    Creamy and Warming Coconut Curry Chickpea Stew

    December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

    There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a warm, curry chickpea stew. This one-pot plant-based dinner is full of soothing Indian spices. A simple, yet delicious, dinner for a chilly night.

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