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  • Salads & Slaw

    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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  • Chef Katie Simmons is a Chicago personal chef focused on healthy, whole foods, plant-based vegan recipes

    Why Plants Rule

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

    November 2, 2024November 2, 2024

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

    Soups & Stews

    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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  • Mediterranean Lentil Soup - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Soups & Stews

    Healthy Mediterranean Green Lentil Soup with Spinach

    May 10, 2021September 25, 2025

    This oil-free Mediterranean green lentil soup with spinach makes a delicious, healthy meal. With simple ingredients and basic spices, you want this plant-based vegan recipe.

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  • Gluten-Free Vegan Seeded Oat Bread - Healthy, Vegan, Oil-Free, Whole Food Plant-Based Baking Recipe

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    How to Eat More Seeds: Gluten-Free Vegan Seed Bread

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    Get more healthy seeds in your diet with this hearty, whole grain seeded bread. It is gluten-free and vegan.  The recipe uses oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, chia seeds, and sesame seeds for a delicious, healthy combination. 

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  • Vegan Creole Crab Cakes with Hearts of Palm - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free Recipe

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    Vegan Hearts of Palm Creole Crab Cakes

    March 21, 2021March 25, 2021

    These vegan creole crab cakes use Hearts of Palm and corn for a sweet-spicy base.  Creole flavors come from bell pepper, celery, garlic, paprika, and other key spices.  This makes the perfect spicy plant-based dinner.  Or, enjoy for a tasty appetizer!

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  • Unbelievable Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding - Oil-Free, Plant-Based Whole Foods Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Unbelievably Delicious Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding

    February 3, 2021February 3, 2021

    This Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding is unbelievable! It’s made with whole foods, plant-based ingredients like dates and avocado. A healthy dessert.

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