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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.

  • Oil-Free Caramelized Sweet Onions - Healthy, Fat-Free Vegan Recipe

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    Caramelized Sweet Onions: How to Cook Oil-Free Plant-Based

    June 4, 2019June 4, 2019

    Caramelization is a classic cooking technique for naturally developing sweet flavor. This healthy recipe shows you how to caramelize onions without any oil or butter.

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  • Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread - Healthy, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegetarian Protein, Vegan Dip Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread

    June 2, 2019March 25, 2020

    Roasted garlic and creamy white cannellini beans come together for this healthy, oil-free dip. Use it as a plant-based substitute for mayo or sour cream. Or serve with veggies for an easy vegan snack.

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  • Carrot Spice Muffins - Healthy, Whole Food, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan Baked Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Gluten-Free Carrot Pecan Spice Muffins

    June 2, 2019June 15, 2020

    These vegan Gluten-Free Carrot Pecan Spice Muffins are incredibly moist and deliciously sweet. You won’t believe they’re 100% whole foods, plant-based. There’s no refined sugar, syrup, flour, or oil!

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  • Peach, Plum, Blueberry Crisp - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, No Sugar Added, Oil-Free Vegan Summer Dessert Recipe

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    Summer’s Best Fruit Crisp: Peach, Plum, Wild Blueberry

    May 29, 2019July 10, 2024

    Summer’s delicious flavors burst in this easy, healthy plant-based vegan fruit crisp. A crumbly gluten-free oat topping adds crisp texture for the juicy filling. Mix and match with any stone fruit and berries. Free of refined sugars and syrups, this WFPB dessert is indulgence without the guilt.

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    Spicy Calabrian Style Whole Wheat Plant-Based Pasta Shells

    May 28, 2019January 9, 2025

    This Spicy Calabrian Style Whole Wheat Pasta recipe gets it classic Italian flavor from small red cherry peppers. Whole wheat pasta shells add satisfying texture and healthy plant-based, vegan protein. Enjoy this for a quick and easy, oil-free 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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    The Best Veggie Burger Sauces and Toppings

    May 27, 2019June 21, 2021

    What are the best sauces and toppings to put on your veggie burgers? These healthy, plant-based recipes are full of flavor. Oil-free, vegan, and simple.

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  • Baked Green Chickpea Falafel Bites - Healthy, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Middle Eastern Vegan Recipe

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    Baked Green Chickpea Falafel

    May 22, 2019September 22, 2022

    These oil-free baked falafel are a cinch to make and are a healthy source of vegan protein. Bright flavors from parsley, cumin, and coriander are mashed with chickpeas for an authentic taste of the Middle East. They also make tasty gluten-free appetizers.

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  • Mayan Raw Cacoa Chia Energy Balls - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan Dessert Snack Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Mayan Raw Cacao Chia Energy Balls

    May 22, 2019April 8, 2020

    Healthy, plant-based ingredients like chia seeds, cocoa, almonds, and dates come together for this easy, vegan recipe. Based on local Guatemalan and Mayan traditions.

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  • The Ultimate Best Veggie Burgers Recipe Collection - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free Vegan Recipes

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    The Best Veggie Burger Recipes

    May 22, 2019June 24, 2020

    These are the best veggie burger recipes ever! These healthy, plant-based recipes are gluten-free and full of flavor. Garden Chickpea Burger, Southwestern Black Bean, Ultimate Portobello, Korean Teriyaki and more

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