Salads are a big part of a healthy, plant-based diet. Yet, you want to make delicious, interesting salads. Some boring lettuce and cucumber just won’t do. I’ve put together my Chef’s Tips for creating the best vegan salads. Plus, some hints on making the ultimate oil-free salad dressing. No more boring salads!
Sauces, Dips, & Dressings
Oaxacan Tomatillo Serrano Guacamole – Oil-Free, Authentic Mexican
Medium | Servings: 8 | Ready In: 10 minutes | Yield: 2 cups Based on a classic Oaxacan recipe, charred tomatillos, garlic, and serrano pepper give a different twist on guacamole. Use this to top oil-free Baked Tostados, vegan Stewed Black Beans, or plant-based vegan Black Bean Cakes. Ingredients 4
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Soups & Stews
African Curry Sweet Potato Plant-Based Peanut Butter Soup
Spicy curry powder, creamy sweet potatoes, and rich peanut butter come together for comforting and satisfying African Curry Sweet Potato Plant-Based Peanut Butter Soup. Inspired by the groundnut stews of Ghana in West Africa, you’ll love those balance of flavors in this healthy, vegan recipe.
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Soups & Stews
Asparagus Tarragon Pea Soup – Oil-Free Vegan Recipe
The flavors of Spring shine in this simple Asparagus Tarragon Pea soup. The trick to this dairy-free, oil-free recipe is using green peas and potato to create creamy texture. A light and delicious recipe!
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Soups & Stews
Smoky Yellow Split Pea Soup
Smoky, creamy , and completely satisfying… this vegan recipe is a cinch to make and freezes well. Yellow split peas offer healthy nutrition, rich in fiber and protein. This easy, gluten-free soup will feel like a warm hug.
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Soups & Stews
Creamy Vegan Potato Leek Soup
This Creamy Vegan Potato Leek Soup is so simple and, yet, so satisfying. Smoked paprika balances the comforting flavors from seeks, potatoes, and garlic. An updated, oil-free plant-based version of the French classic, vichyssoise, this will soon become a part of your regular soup repertoire.
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Vegan Pumpkin Nacho “Geez!” Sauce
Easy | Servings: 12 | Ready In: 5 minutes + soaking cashews | Yield: 3 Cups This ain’t your typical cheese…this is Nacho “Geez!” This healthy, oil-free vegan sauce uses soaked cashews for rich creaminess. Kid-approved and comfort food for adults, it’s great in a Cheezy Pasta Bake, over Roasted Brussels, or Twice-Baked Potatoes. No
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Easy Oil-Free Dill Avocado Dip
Easy | Servings: 12 | Ready In: 5 minutes | Yield: 3 cups This creamy Dill Avocado dip is a healthy, oil-free way to cool off spicy Red Lentil Dal or serve with Baked Curry Samosas. Rich avocados replace yogurt with bright dill flavor in this vegan, dairy-free recipe. Ingredients 1 bunch dill
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Stewed Zucchini with Basil and Mint
Cooked low and slow, stewed zucchini and yellow squash melts to sweet, simple goodness. Fresh basil and mint add bight herbal flavor. Great summer garden recipe. Oil-free, whole foods, plant-based.