Chunks of dried fruit, nuts, and seeds pack this delicious recipe for Raw Vegan Trail Mix Energy bars. Gluten-free oats, dates, and apple give you plant-based energy without any refined flours or sugars. These make the perfect healthy snack for breakfast, after school, or before a workout.
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Quinoa Fiesta Bowl with Beans, Pico de Gallo, and Avocado Lime Dressing
Mexican toasted quinoa, black beans, Pico de Gallo and oil-free Avocado Lime Dressing come together in this delicious bowl. This is an explosion of flavors and textures! Serve over crunchy Romaine lettuce for a satisfying, gluten-free, plant-based meal.
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Breakfast
Blueberry Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Quinoa, cinnamon, and frozen blueberries come together in this easy, plant-based recipe. Simmer a pot early in the week for healthy whole grain breakfasts throughout the week.
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Easy Oil-Free Spiced Tahini Dressing
Easy | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 5 minutes | Yield: about 1/2 cup Tahini is made from ground sesame seeds. If offers a creamy base for this simple oil-free dressing. Spiced with bold flavors from cumin, chili powder, and cayenne, this easy plant-based recipe will become your go-to for quick sauces. Use it on a Quinoa Buddha Bowl, Easy Oil-Free Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges or a 5 Minute Lemon Tahini Potato Bowl. Ingredients 1/4 cup (56 g) tahini 1/2 teaspoon each: chili powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin dash of cayenne (optional) 1/2 lemon, juiced 1/4-1/2 cup hot water, as needed How it’s Done: To make the Easy Oil-Free Spiced Tahini Dressing: In blender, combine all ingredients, starting with 1/4 cup of water. Puree to combine, adding more water, as needed, to reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Continue to let the blender run another 1-2 minutes, until there is some warmth coming from the motor. The heat will help activate the spices for a more intense flavor. (You can also throw everything in the microwave for 45 seconds to warm). Chef’ Katie’s Tips Oil-Free Mission: I’m on a mission to get rid of empty calories, and oil is the most calorie-dense food. For this recipe, tahini adds rich, nutty flavor, while also bringing healthy fiber and key nutrients. You can substitute with other roasted nut or seed butter (like almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or even peanut butter). For a less calorie-dense option, swap out the tahini for 1/2 cup chickpeas. Make
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Quinoa Kale Buddha Bowl with Crunchy Chickpeas and Spiced Tahini Dressing
This Buddha Bowl is loaded with all of your favorite plant-based superfoods. Quinoa, kale, and roasted sweet potatoes set the stage for Crunchy Chickpeas and an Easy Oil-Free Spiced Tahini Dressing. A delicious blend of flavors and interesting textures, this gluten-free vegan meal hits all the right notes.
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Desserts & Baked Goods
Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oatmeal and No Sugar
Full of warm spices and a hearty raisin oat filling, these Easy Baked Stuffed Apples with Oatmeal and No Sugar will satisfy your sweet tooth craving. Make a batch of this vegan, gluten-free recipe for a dinner party or enjoy for a weeknight dessert. This is a crowd-pleaser for all!
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Salads & Slaw
Green Goddess Silken Tofu Dressing – Oil-Free, Vegan
Green Goddess Dressing is a classic recipe, celebrating the first flavors of Spring with a mixture of fresh herbs like tarragon, parsley, and chives. The traditional recipe uses mayonnaise and sour cream. This healthy, plant-based vegan version swaps out for silken tofu. Fresh lemon adds brightness while Dijon adds a subtle tang.
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Quinoa-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Green Goddess Dressing
Green Goddess dressing celebrates the first flavors of Spring with a mixture of fresh herbs like tarragon, parsley, and chives. It makes the perfect cool, creamy topping for these quinoa-stuffed sweet potatoes Make a big batch of these on the weekend for healthy, gluten-free vegan lunches the whole week.
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Why Plants Rule
Step Three: 4 Fruits a Day, An Easy Change towards a Healthy, Plant-Based Life
An easy change towards a healthy, plant-based lifestyle? Eat more fruit. Fruit is a healthy , whole foods source of vitamins, fiber, and natural sweetness. It is full of antioxidants and satisfies that sweet craving.
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Indian Cooking: Delicious, Oil-Free Recipes any Cook Can Master
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to cooking Indian food. Many of use didn’t grown up learning the five different types of Masala and using ingredients like asafetida and mustard seed. Here are Indian recipes that any cook can master. From dal to chutney, these dishes will help you understand the fundamentals of Indian cooking. The bright colors and intoxicating smells will transport you to the beautiful land of India. Easy Chana Masala: Indian Chickpea Stew Chana Masala literally translates to “Chickpea Spices”. A warming, comforting mix of aromatic spices like cumin, ginger, and turmeric flavor this classic Indian dish. This oil-free vegan recipe is full of healthy protein for hearty satisfaction. Use this easy recipe to start exploring Indian flavors – and also enjoy a delicious gluten-free, plant-based vegan dinner. Khichdi: Curried Indian Mung Beans and Rice Hearty mung beans and brown basmati rice come together with aromatic spices for traditional Indian Khichdi. This recipe makes an easy gluten-free, vegan side dish. Indian Red Lentil Dal The aromatic flavors of India come together with the healthy vegan protein and fiber in red lentils. This vegan, fat-free, gluten-free healthy recipe will brighten up a dreary day and is a must for getting over a cold. Baked Indian Curry Samosa Cakes with Oil-Free Curry Roasted Cauliflower and Yukons These gluten-free chickpea and potato cakes take a flavor trip with Indian curry spices. This healthy, fat-free vegan is loaded with fiber and protein. Serve with Dill Avocado Dip for your next
