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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.

  • Desserts & Baked Goods

    Banana Chocolate Chip Chunky Monkey Mini Muffins – Gluten-Free, Vegan

    December 11, 2018August 21, 2025

    Bananas and chocolate chips come together in this irresistible recipe for vegan Chunky Monkey Mini Muffins. Kids and adults will find it hard to keep their hands off these healthy, plant-based muffins. Using dried dates instead of refined sugar, this a treat you can feel good about baking.

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  • Oil-Free Banana Spelt Bread with Walnuts - Healthy, Plant-Based, Whole Food, Vegan, No Refined Sugar Baking Muffin Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    Spelt Banana Walnut Bread – Oil-Free, No Refined Sugar or Syrup

    December 9, 2018August 12, 2020

    Whole grain spelt flour adds nutty flavor and plant-based protein to this healthy, oil-free Banana Walnut Bread.  Dates bring natural sweetness without any refined sugar or syrup. This oil-free vegan recipe is a great go-to for healthy snacking or a breakfast .

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  • Zucchini Oat Bread - Healthy, Whole Food, Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan, No Sugar Added, Baking Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Breakfast

    Zucchini Oat Bread – Oil-Free, No Refined Sugar or Syrup

    December 9, 2018April 15, 2020

    This delicious, plant-based zucchini oat bread is perfect for summer. The vegan recipe adds spice with cinnamon and nutmeg add interesting spice while oat flour creates a fluffier texture. Enjoy for a whole grain, oil-free healthy breakfast or snack

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  • Easy Irish Brown Bread - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, No Sugar Added, Vegan Baking Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    Easy No-Yeast Irish Brown Bread – Whole Grain, Vegan Recipe

    December 5, 2018March 22, 2020

    This easy Irish Brown Bread doesn’t require any yeast, making for a quick loaf. Traditionally using white flour, this healthy version uses whole grain oat flour for a slightly nutty flavor. Vegan buttermilk adds a slight bite while flax replaces the standard eggs.

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  • Asparagus Tarragon Pea Soup - Healthy, Plant-Based Oil-Free, Gluten-free, Dairy-Free, Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Soups & Stews

    Asparagus Tarragon Pea Soup – Oil-Free Vegan Recipe

    December 4, 2018April 16, 2026

    The flavors of Spring shine in this simple Asparagus Tarragon Pea soup.  The trick to this dairy-free, oil-free recipe is using green peas and potato to create creamy texture. A light and delicious recipe!

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  • Salads & Slaw

    Grilled Asparagus Kalamata Olive Meyer Lemon Salad

    November 30, 2018May 26, 2021

    Grilled asparagus is a quick and easy healthy vegetable side dish. This oil-free recipe is low-fat, with delicious flavor from salty kalamata olives and a bright Meyer lemon. Enjoy this plant-based vegetarian recipe from the first Spring stalks of asparagus until the summer season runs out.

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  • Roman Chickpea Tu-No Salad - Healthy, Whole Foods, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Easy Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Salads & Slaw

    10-Minute Roman Chickpea “Tu-No” Salad

    November 28, 2018April 20, 2020

    Mashed chickpeas replace tuna in this quick vegan Roman “Tu-No” salad recipe. Mediterranean flavor comes from a colorful mix of sun-dried tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, and more. With an easy, oil-free dressing. This whole foods, plant-based salad is a snap to make, and it gets even better the next day.

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  • Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

    Lemon Tahini Dressing – 5 Ingredient Oil-Free Recipe

    November 28, 2018

      5 Minute Lemon Tahini Potato Bowl – Healthy, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Quick, Easy, Microwave, Vegan, Dinner for One Recipe Easy |  Servings: 8  |  Ready In: 5 minutes |  Yield: 1 cup This creamy, oil-free, nut-free dressing pairs the bright flavor of fresh lemon with the roasted richness of tahini.  Use it flavor on a

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  • Oil-Free Caesar Dressing - Healthy, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based Salad Recipe with Creamy White Cannellini Beans from Plants-Rule

    Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

    Oil-Free Vegan Caesar Dressing – Using White Beans

    November 26, 2018April 26, 2021

    An easy, oil-free recipe for Vegan Caesar Dressing. Creamy white cannellini beans create rich texture and healthy vegan protein in this healthy salad dressing.  Based on traditional Caesar flavors, this gets a plant-based, dairy-free twist with ingredients like nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, and vegan Worcestershire.

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