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Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

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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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Gluten-Free Fusilli Winter Pasta with Chard, Mushrooms, and Walnut White Bean Sauce

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  • Tex-Mex Quinoa Stuffed Peppers - Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan Dinner Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Tex-Mex Quinoa Stuffed Peppers – Oil-Free, Plant-Based

    January 27, 2021January 27, 2021

    This recipe for Tex-Mex Quinoa Stuffed Peppers makes a hearty plant-based dinner. Simple spices flavor the satisfying stuffing of beans, corn, and quinoa. This is a vegan crowd-pleaser the whole family will love!

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  • Gluten-Free Vegan Chickpea Noodle Mac and Sweet Potato Geez! - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Dairy-Free, Kid-Friendly Pasta Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Satisfying Oil-Free Vegan Casseroles – Easy Healthy Dinners

    January 20, 2021March 27, 2025

    A collection of healthy, plant-based vegan casserole recipes. These oil-free dishes are satisfying. The the perfect comfort food.

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  • Tender Braised Red Cabbage Apples Cider Vinegar - plant-based, oil-free, vegan recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Tender Braised Red Cabbage with Apples and Cider Vinegar

    January 11, 2021January 11, 2021

    Braised red cabbage is a classic side dish found in Germany during the cold months of winter. Braising the cabbage with apples creates a tender sweetness. Balancing that is the pop from apple cider vinegar. This healthy, plant-based, oil-free recipe is made for cold winter nights!

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  • Simple and Light Vegan Gemelli Pasta with Blistered Tomatoes - Healthy, Oil-Free, Plant-Based Dinner Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Simple and Light Vegan Gemelli Pasta with Blistered Tomatoes

    December 9, 2020December 9, 2020

    This healthy vegan recipe makes the perfect weeknight dinner! Gluten-free Banza Gemelli pasta is packed with protein from chickpeas. Blistered tomatoes and fresh lemon create a light, aromatic sauce. Baby arugula adds a pop of green. You’ll love this oil-free recipe for a simple, plant-based meal!

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  • Garnet Yam and Collard Greens Oil-Free Hash - Healthy Plant-Based Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Plant-Powered Breakfast! Garnet Yam and Collard Greens Oil-Free Hash

    November 30, 2020December 18, 2025

    Sweet Garnet Yams and collard greens come together for a plant-powered breakfast! This oil-free, vegan recipe has subtle smoky flavor. With carrots and zucchini, this dish is also gluten-free and AIP-friendly. Make a batch on the weekend for healthy meals throughout the week.

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  • Vegan Pecan Shortbread Cookies - Gluten-Free, Plant-Based, Whole Foods, Oil-Free, Healthy Holiday Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    How to Make Gluten-Free, Vegan Pecan Shortbread Cookies

    November 18, 2020November 22, 2025

    These cookies are an updated, plant-based version of the shortbread cookies you had growing up. Pecans are the star ingredient! Make batches of the dough ahead of time and store in the freezer. Then, just slice and bake when you need them.

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  • Oaxacan Mole Mexican Vegan Buddha Bowl - Whole Foods, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Healthy Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Oaxacan Mole Mexican Vegan Buddha Bowl

    November 10, 2020November 11, 2020

    This spicy vegan Buddha bowl has Mexican flavor with Oaxacan Mole sauce. With oil-free roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms, black beans, and black forbidden rice. A delicious, plant-based meal!

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  • Perfect Delicata Squash Salad with Apple Cider Dressing - Healthy, Oil-Free, Whole Foods, Plant-Based Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Perfect Delicata Squash Salad with Creamy Apple Cider Dressing

    November 3, 2020July 20, 2025

    If you make just one salad this fall, this is it! This recipe combines roasted Delicata squash, shredded Brussels Sprouts, toasted pecan, and dried cranberries. Top it all with a creamy, oil-free vegan Apple Cider Dressing. This makes the perfect plant-based lunch.

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  • Mexican Date and Black Bean Vegan Brownies with Chipotle and Cinnamon - Healthy, Oil-Free, Plant-Based Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Spiced Up! Mexican Date and Black Bean Vegan Brownies

    October 28, 2020October 28, 2020

    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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  • Winter Squash at Chicago's Green City Farmers Market

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    Types Of Fall and Winter Squash And Healthy, Plant-Based Vegan Recipes

    October 23, 2020October 17, 2024

    Your guide on the many types of fall and winter squash. How to pick one, how to cook it, and what’s the deal with all of the speckled colors? Plus lots of healthy, oil-free, plant-based vegan recipes.

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