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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.

  • Curry Chickpea Un-Chicken Salad - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Vegan Easy Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Plant-Based Curry Chickpea Un-Chicken Salad

    April 22, 2020July 28, 2025

    Mashed chickpeas replace chicken in this quick plant-based Curry “Tu-No” salad recipe. Delicious flavors and textures comes from a crunchy celery, roasted cashews, and sweet golden raisins. With an easy, oil-free dressing. This whole foods, vegan salad is a snap to make, and it gets even better the next day.

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  • Vegan Pineapple Coconut Pina-Col-Nada Smoothie - whole foods, plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free drink recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Vegan Pineapple Coconut Piña Colada Smoothie

    April 20, 2020December 30, 2025

    This vegan pineapple coconut Piña Colada smoothie has all the flavors of your favorite tropical cocktail…but none of the alcohol. With natural, whole foods sweetness from frozen pineapple, banana, and dates, this makes the perfect summer drink. Make up a batch and get the plant-based party started!

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  • Gemelli Pasta with Leeks, Corn, and Zucchini Ribbons - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Gemelli Pasta with Leeks, Corn, and Zucchini Ribbons

    April 15, 2020April 16, 2020

    Sweet corn and leeks play with delicate zucchini ribbons in this light, fresh pasta dish. Using chickpea gemelli pasta, this plant-based dinner recipe is gluten-free and full of vegan protein. A quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

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  • African Black Barley Salad with Coconut Berbere Dressing - Healthy, Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Whole Foods Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    African Black Barley Salad with Coconut Berbere Dressing

    April 9, 2020July 28, 2025

    Black barley is a whole grain, traditional to African cooking, namely Ethiopia. It has a chewy texture, with nutty flavor, making it ideal for a hearty vegan salad. With flavors from spicy Berbere seasoning and sweet potatoes, this delicious oil-free healthy recipe is a must for spice-lovers.

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  • Gluten-Free Date Fig Oat Bars – Plant-Based, Whole Foods, Dessert Kid-Friendly Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Gluten-Free Date Fig Oat Bars – Plant-Based, Vegan Recipe

    April 7, 2020August 26, 2021

    These Fig Oat Dessert bars are a plant-based recipe of a classic childhood snack. A gluten-free, vegan oat crust holds a sweet fig filling. Whole food healthy treats!

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  • Cold Brew Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica) with Herb Variations - Easy, Healthy, Plant-Based Refreshing Vegan Drink Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Cold Brew Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica) with Herb Variations

    March 30, 2020March 30, 2020

    Hibiscus Tea is a common drink in many Latin American countries, where it’s called Agua de Jamaica. It’s naturally full of bright, fruity flavor and beautiful crimson red color. Plus, it has health benefits and no caffeine. How to brew hibiscus tea plus four easy variations.

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  • Blueberry Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, No Added Sugar, Easy Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Quinoa Recipes: Oil-Free Whole Foods, Plant-Based Collection

    March 26, 2020March 26, 2020

    Quinoa Recipes: Oil-Free Whole Foods, Plant-Based Collection

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  • French Socca - Chickpea Flatbread Pizza - Healthy, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    French Socca – Gluten-Free Chickpea Flatbread Pizza

    March 25, 2020September 22, 2022

    French Socca is a flatbread made using chickpea flour. Top socca with a vegan Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread and steamed spinach for a delicious dinner for one. Naturally gluten-free and full of plant-based protein!

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  • Llapingachos con Salsa de Mani Vegan Ecuadorian Stuffed Potato Cakes made with Warm Peanut Sauce - Healthy, Plant-Based Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Llapingachos con Salsa de Mani: Vegan Ecuadorian Stuffed Potato Cakes made with Warm Peanut Sauce

    March 23, 2020March 23, 2020

    This plant-based recipe for Ecuadorian Llapingachos con Salsa de Mani takes potato cakes and stuffs them with vegan cheese. The cakes are baked and served with a warm peanut sauce. This make an impressive appetizer or enjoy for a satisfying meal!

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