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  • Roasted Garlic Shallot Plant-Based “Buttah”: Vegan Butter Substitute - Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Sauce, Dip, Condiment Recipe

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    Roasted Garlic Shallot Plant-Based “Buttah”: Vegan Butter Substitute

    June 12, 2019July 31, 2025

    Roasted garlic, shallots, and creamy cashews come together for this Plant-Based “Buttah”: Vegan Butter Substitute. Use as a dairy-free option. Spread it onto toast, slather on corn, or toss it into sauteed veggies.

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  • Grain-Free Cauliflower Couscous - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free Vegan Side Dish Recipe with Almonds and Golden Raisins

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    Oil-Free Cauliflower Couscous with Rosemary and Lemon

    June 10, 2019September 18, 2025

    This healthy, plant-based dish uses grated cauliflower to replace couscous for a grain-free, gluten-free recipe. Combined with fresh lemon, crisp apple, and toasted almonds. This makes an impressive, satisfying vegan side dish!

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  • 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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    How to Avoid the Diet Craze and Get Real Results

    June 2, 2019June 2, 2019

    How to avoid diet crazes and achieve real results. Making healthy lifestyle changes is challenging. From Keto to Paleo to vegan, here are some practical tips and advice from professionals. An action plan to get you started on your weightloss journey.

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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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