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    Weeknight Lablabi – Spicy Tunisian Chickpea Stew

    July 10, 2025July 10, 2025

    Lablabi is spicy Tunisian Chickpea Soup or Stew. Coming from Northern Africa, this soup gets its flavor from warm spices like cumin, coriander, and harissa. Naturally vegan, it makes a hearty and comforting meal.

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    Creamy and Warming Coconut Curry Chickpea Stew

    December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

    There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a warm, curry chickpea stew. This one-pot plant-based dinner is full of soothing Indian spices. A simple, yet delicious, dinner for a chilly night.

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  • Simple Lemon Mint Freekeh Salad with Chickpeas - Easy, Oil-Free, Plant-Based Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Simple Lemon Mint Freekeh Salad with Chickpeas

    July 6, 2020July 30, 2025

    Freekeh is a young green wheat that has been roasted and cracked. Traditionally found in Middle Eastern cuisine, it makes a satisfying base for this simple, plant-based grain salad. With fresh mint and an oil-free lemon dressing, this makes a delicious vegan lunch.

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  • Curry Chickpea Un-Chicken Salad - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Vegan Easy Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Plant-Based Curry Chickpea Un-Chicken Salad

    April 22, 2020July 28, 2025

    Mashed chickpeas replace chicken in this quick plant-based Curry “Tu-No” salad recipe. Delicious flavors and textures comes from a crunchy celery, roasted cashews, and sweet golden raisins. With an easy, oil-free dressing. This whole foods, vegan salad is a snap to make, and it gets even better the next day.

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  • French Socca - Chickpea Flatbread Pizza - Healthy, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    French Socca – Gluten-Free Chickpea Flatbread Pizza

    March 25, 2020September 22, 2022

    French Socca is a flatbread made using chickpea flour. Top socca with a vegan Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread and steamed spinach for a delicious dinner for one. Naturally gluten-free and full of plant-based protein!

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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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  • The Ultimate Best Veggie Burgers Recipe Collection - Healthy, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free Vegan Recipes

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    The Best Veggie Burger Recipes

    May 22, 2019June 24, 2020

    These are the best veggie burger recipes ever! These healthy, plant-based recipes are gluten-free and full of flavor. Garden Chickpea Burger, Southwestern Black Bean, Ultimate Portobello, Korean Teriyaki and more

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  • Quinoa Buddha Bowl with Sweet Potatoes, Chickpeas, Kale, Spicy Tahini Dressing - Healthy, Vegan, Oil-Free Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Easy Oil-Free Spiced Tahini Dressing

    March 31, 2019April 3, 2019

    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

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  • Quinoa Buddha Bowl with Sweet Potatoes, Chickpeas, Kale, Spicy Tahini Dressing - Healthy, Vegan, Oil-Free Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Quinoa Kale Buddha Bowl with Crunchy Chickpeas and Spiced Tahini Dressing

    March 30, 2019April 1, 2020

    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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