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Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

Spicy Zucchini White Bean Vegan Protein Pasta

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Oil-Free Indian Smoky Masoor Red Lentil Dal

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Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

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Sides & Snacks

How to Cook Simple Oil-Free Brussel Sprouts in a Cast Iron Pan

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How to Make Smoky Roasted Orange Cauliflower

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Simple and Light Vegan Gemelli Pasta with Blistered Tomatoes

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1-pot Green Chickpea Pasta with Broccolini and Oil-Free Vegan Basil Pesto

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Oil-Free Vegan Italian Eggplant Caponata

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Gemelli Pasta with Leeks, Corn, and Zucchini Ribbons

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1-pot Pumpkin Sage Pasta with Chickpea Gemelli Noodles

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  • Breakfast

    Healthy Plant-Based Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Bars

    August 15, 2024December 31, 2025

    These blueberry banana baked oatmeal bars make a delicious vegan breakfast. Hearty oats provide a boost of plant-based energy to get your day started. With no added sugars, oils, or flour, this a wholesome, healthy treat you can feel good about.

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  • Desserts & Baked Goods

    Oat-Rageously Healthy Black Bean Brownies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

    June 18, 2024

    Add some devilish heat to your Halloween with these Mexican Spice Black Bean Brownies. This oil-free, plant-based vegan recipe is the perfect chocolatey treat. Naturally sweetened with dates, they are both nutritious and delicious. With Mexican spices Ceylon cinnamon and chipotle powder.

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    Get Your Greens Vegan Protein Breakfast Smoothie

    May 14, 2024December 18, 2025

    This delicious vegan smoothie is a great way to Get Your Greens for breakfast! Healthy kale and spinach pair with banana and plant-based protein powder for a delicious and nutritious drink.

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  • Mains

    Make the Best Deliciously Spicy Vegan Tahini Noodles

    April 17, 2024July 10, 2025

    Spicy vegan noodles with broccoli make the perfect weeknight meal. This oil-free plant-based recipe comes together with a creamy Asian tahini sauce.

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  • Salads & Slaw

    Simple Balsamic Marinated Mushroom Bean Salad

    July 8, 2022July 8, 2022

    Fresh mushrooms are sliced and marinated with balsamic vinegar for this simple, oil-free salad.  Creamy cannellini beans make this a hearty recipe. This is the perfect cold dish for a summer picnic.

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  • Smoky Roasted Orange Cauliflower - Whole foods, plant-based, oil-free vegan recipe from Plants-Rule

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    How to Make Smoky Roasted Orange Cauliflower

    April 9, 2022April 9, 2022

    Learn how to roast cauliflower oil-free. Helpful chef’s tips teach you how to cook whole foods, plant-based. Plus, add smoky bold flavor.

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  • Why Plants Rule

    Plant-Based Cooking for One Part One: Helpful Chef’s Tips

    March 19, 2022March 19, 2022

    Simple tips for cooking for one on an oil-free, plant-based diet. A vegan chef gives you practical advice for eating healthy

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  • Mains

    Super Veggie Oil-Free Fried Rice

    March 8, 2022March 8, 2022

    Colorful veggies and brown rice come together in this delicious and healthy oil-free stir-fry. This easy, vegan, weeknight dinner takes some shortcuts from the freezer section. A whole foods, plant-based meal that’s loaded with flavor!

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  • 1 Middle Eastern Yellow Lentil Soup - Healthy, Plant-Based Oil-Free Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    How to Make Middle Eastern Yellow Lentil Soup – Oil-Free Vegan

    February 3, 2022September 25, 2025

    A simple, satisfying vegan recipe for Middle Eastern yellow lentil soup. This is a staple in Lebanese cooking, with potato, onion, and Bebir chili powder. Serve with A Plant-Based Salad for a delicious and healthy, oil-free meal.

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  • 1 Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts - Oil-free, plant-based, whole foods, vegan recipe from Plants-Rule

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    How to Make Oil-Free Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    January 9, 2022November 22, 2025

    Brussels Sprouts are one of my favorite winter vegetables. I have a few simple tips for roasting them oil-free. This recipe finishes them with balsamic vinegar for a delicious and healthy whole foods, plant-based side dish. A perfect vegan-friendly addition to your holiday table!

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