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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.

  • Sides & Snacks

    European Soldier Bean Bell Pepper Salad

    November 6, 2018March 17, 2019

    Medium  |  Servings: 4  |  Ready In: 75 minutes + soaking  |  Yield: 3 1/2 cups Heirloom European Soldier Beans pair beautifully with colorful bell peppers and Mexican seasonings in this vegan gluten-free, fat-free recipe.  Packed with healthy protein, use this easy side as a hearty filling for Easy Vegan Lentil Tacos, spoon over rice, or simply

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    Oil-Free Roasted Bell Pepper Salad

    November 2, 2018February 11, 2025

    A colorful mix of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers come together in this easy, healthy recipe for Oil-Free Roasted Bell Pepper Salad.  Enjoy this as a healthy side dish for a summer picnic, spread over toasted Whole Wheat Flatbread, or top Southwestern Black Bean Burgers for a plant-based weeknight dinner.

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  • Lentil Tacos - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan Mexican Dinner Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Easy Vegan Lentil Tacos

    November 2, 2018June 13, 2025

    Hearty lentils are cooked with flavorful Mexican spices for these easy, oil-free vegan tacos.  Serve these on a busy weeknight with salsa and diced avocado. These are crowd-pleasers!

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  • Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

    Oregano Sunflower Seed Pesto – Oil Free

    October 31, 2018

          Easy  |  Servings: 8 |  Ready In: 5 minutes |  Yield: 1 cup This healthy, oil-free recipe uses fresh oregano for Greek flavor on a classic Italian pesto.  Roasted sunflower seeds keep this condiment nut-free, making it a tasty spread on Quick Whole Wheat Flarbread, Portabella Burgers or a delicious topping for Greek Giant

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    Gigantes Plaki: Greek Giant Lima Beans with Stewed Tomatoes

    October 31, 2018

              Medium  |  Servings: 6  |  Ready In: 130 minutes + soaking |  Yield: one 9-inch dish This gluten-free recipe is a vegan take on a classic Greek recipe featuring Giant Lima Beans.  These hearty beans bring healthy plant-based protein along with satisfying, substantial texture.  This is the perfect meal for

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  • Soups & Stews

    Smoky Sweet Braised Giant Lima Beans

    October 30, 2018March 17, 2019

    Medium  |  Servings: 8  |  Ready In: 60 minutes + soaking |  Yield: about 4 cups Giant Peruvian Lima Beans bring hearty, satisfying texture to this vegan recipe.  Infused with Spanish flavor from smoked paprika, this gluten-free, fat free recipe is satisfying easy comfort food any night of the week. Ingredients 1 cup dried Giant

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  • Sides & Snacks

    Apricot Almond Whole Wheat Couscous

    October 24, 2018

      Easy |  Servings: 4 |  Ready In: 15 minutes |  Yield: 4 cups Whole wheat couscous takes just minutes to cook, making it a quick and easy go-to side dish for weeknight dinner.  Combined with crunchy carrot and toasted almonds adds healthy texture while fresh parsley, mint, and lemon make this vegetarian recipe pop

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  • Vegan Nacho Geez! Sauce on Roasted Brussels - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Vegan Pumpkin Nacho “Geez!” Sauce

    October 23, 2018February 19, 2019

    Easy |  Servings: 12  |  Ready In: 5 minutes + soaking cashews |  Yield: 3 Cups This ain’t your typical cheese…this is Nacho “Geez!”  This healthy, oil-free vegan sauce uses soaked cashews for rich creaminess.  Kid-approved and comfort food for adults, it’s great in a Cheezy Pasta Bake, over Roasted Brussels, or  Twice-Baked Potatoes.  No

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    Oil-Free Roasted Rosemary Garlic Potatoes

    October 19, 2018May 6, 2025

    This simple recipe for Oil-Free Roasted Rosemary Garlic Potatoes combines the flavors of roasted garlic and rosemary.  Use any colors of potatoes for a beautiful, healthy presentation.  This healthy, plant-based vegan side dish is great with veggie burgers or served at brunch.

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