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Healthy, plant-based, oil-free vegan recipes. Featuring whole foods ingredients, naturally sweetened with dates and other fruits for no refined sugars or syrups. Includes gluten-free, chef’s tips, cooking videos, budget-friendly meals, cooking for one, and more.

  • Grilled Corn, Asparagus, Red Quinoa Salad with Charred Bell Pepper Dressing - Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Vegan Recipe Plants-Rule

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    Grilled Corn, Asparagus, and Red Quinoa Salad with Charred Bell Pepper Dressing

    June 17, 2020September 4, 2025

    Sweet corn on the cob, tender asparagus, and red bell pepper celebrate simple, fresh flavor. Grilling them adds a smoky char, reminiscent of summer. Plus, red quinoa adds healthy, plant-based protein. It all rests on a bed of baby greens. The colors of the garden come to the plate.

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  • Oil-Free Vegan Italian Eggplant Caponata - Plant-Based Tomato Sauce Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Oil-Free Vegan Italian Eggplant Caponata

    June 15, 2020June 16, 2020

    This oil-free vegan eggplant caponata recipe is a must-have for Italian foodies. With chunks of eggplant, olives, and capers in a thick tomato sauce, it is perfect for plant-based eating. A great dish for summer!

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    Cook This Now: Spring 2020 Oil-Free, Plant-Based Vegan Recipes to Make

    June 11, 2020June 12, 2020

    Spring 2020: My list of oil-free plant-based vegan recipes to cook right now. Using asparagus, berries, beets, rhubarb, cherry tomatoes, and more

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  • 1 Raw Asian Walnut Lettuce Wraps with Hoisin - Whole Foods, Plant-Based Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    PF Chang-ed Raw Walnut Asian Lettuce Wraps

    June 4, 2020July 28, 2025

    These raw Asian Lettuce Wraps are filled with a plant-based walnut filling. A homemade Chinese Hoisin sauce and quick vegan slaw add bold flavor and crunchy texture. The perfect recipe for when you don’t want to turn on the oven!

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  • Smoky Un-Beetable Beet and Black Bean Burgers - Plant-Based Vegan Veggie Burger Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Smoky Un-Beetable Beet and Black Bean Veggie Burgers

    May 28, 2020May 13, 2021

    These smoky veggie burgers are un-beetable! With a hearty plant-based base of brown rice and black beans, they pack big flavor. Make a batch for a satisfying vegan dinner.

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  • Five Spice Poached Pears and Figs - Whole Foods, Plant-Based Vegan Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    Five Spice Poached Pears and Figs

    May 25, 2020May 25, 2020

    Sweet pears and figs are poached with Chinese Five Spice Powder. Five Spice includes star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel. This easy, plant-based recipe makes a delicious dessert.

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  • Creamy Spiced Carrot Fennel Soup with Ginger, Turmeric, and Coriander- Vegan, Plant-Based Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    Creamy Spiced Carrot Fennel Soup with Ginger, Turmeric, and Coriander

    May 20, 2020September 25, 2025

    This simple plant-based carrot soup is full of warm, satisfying flavor. Spicy ginger balances the delicate sweetness of fennel. Coriander adds a subtle herbaceous flavor. And, turmeric adds golden color. This healthy vegan recipe is full of immunity-boosting ingredients.

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  • Plant-Based Portobello Mushroom Lentil Bolognese - Oil-Free Italian Vegan Sauce Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Soups & Stews

    Plant-Based Portobello Mushroom Lentil Bolognese

    May 17, 2020May 17, 2020

    Hearty lentils and Portobello Mushrooms create a satisfying, plant-based version of Italian Bolognese. This oil-free sauce is full of delicious flavors and chunky textures. Serve over whole grain pasta for a delicious vegan dinner.

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  • Gallo Pinto -- Costa Rican Beans and Rice - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Whole Foods Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Gallo Pinto: Costa Rican Rice and Beans

    May 11, 2020May 11, 2020

    Gallo Pinto, or “spotted rooster,” is the national dish of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. This plant-based rice and beans recipe is so satisfying. Authentic flavor comes from an oil-free sofrito that flavors the rice. A budget-friendly dish that makes a hearty dinner!

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