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    Smoky Tofu Black Bean Plant-Based Protein Tacos

    April 27, 2025April 27, 2025

    These simple, smoky plant-based tacos combine crumbled tofu and black beans with Mexican spices and salsa. The oil-free vegan recipe uses the broiler to add extra flavor. This is the perfect recipe for a weeknight family meal!

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    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Smoky Un-Beetable Beet and Black Bean Burgers - Plant-Based Vegan Veggie Burger Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Smoky Un-Beetable Beet and Black Bean Veggie Burgers

    May 28, 2020May 13, 2021

    These smoky veggie burgers are un-beetable! With a hearty plant-based base of brown rice and black beans, they pack big flavor. Make a batch for a satisfying vegan dinner.

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    “Tartas Pastores”: Vegan Mexican Shepherd’s Pies with Smoky Sweet Potato Crust

    February 18, 2019January 23, 2025

    This vegan “Tartas Pastores” gives a Mexican twist to the traditional Shepherd’s Pie recipe. An oil-free, plant-based filling of black beans and corn is topped with a smoky plant-based sweet potato crust for a comfort food dinner your family will love. 

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    Shiitake Mushroom Miso Soup with Black Beans and Spinach

    December 20, 2018October 25, 2024

    Shiitake mushrooms bring rich, deep flavor to a classic Asian dashi broth in this healthy plant-based miso soup.  Black beans add vegan protein while a touch of spinach adds color and nutrition.  This spicy-savory broth is a favorite recipe for cold winter nights and boosting immunity.

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  • Southwestern Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free Hearty Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Southwestern Sweet Potato Black Bean Veggie Burgers

    October 2, 2018August 27, 2019

    These healthy, plant-based veggie burgers celebrate Southwestern flavor. Sweet potatoes, peppers, and cilantro and lime combine with paprika and cumin for smoky-sweet flavor. Protein-packed black beans and corn create a hearty, gluten-free base. Make a batch of these for plant-based dinner. Or, throw a few on the grill for a summer party.

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  • Jicama, Corn, and Black Bean Avocado Salad - Healthy, Easy, Vegan, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Guacamole Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Guaca-Jica: Quick Corn, Bean, Jicama, and Avocado Salad

    September 29, 2018

      Easy |  Servings: 8  |  Ready In: 10 minutes |  Yield: 6 cups Crunchy, creamy, spicy, sweet – this salad has it all!  Take your typical guacamole recipe and give it a boost with crunchy jicama, sweet corn, and healthy black beans.  This oil-free, gluten-free vegan recipe is full of healthy plant-based Mexican flavor.

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