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.
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.
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Oil-Free Vegan Italian Eggplant Caponata
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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Why Plants Rule
Cook This Now: Spring 2020 Oil-Free, Plant-Based Vegan Recipes to Make
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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Desserts & Baked Goods
PF Chang-ed Raw Walnut Asian Lettuce Wraps
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 Veggie Burgers
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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Desserts & Baked Goods
Five Spice Poached Pears and Figs
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
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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Soups & Stews
Plant-Based Portobello Mushroom Lentil Bolognese
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 Rice and Beans
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!