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  • Healthy Vegan Black Rice Veggie Stir-Fry - Whole Foods, Plant-Based Dinner Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Plant-Based Oil-Free “Happy” Black Fried Rice

    May 19, 2025

    This healthy vegan stir-fry uses black forbidden rice for the perfect texture. Full of colorful veggies, this makes a delicious plant-based meal!

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    Cozy Plant-Based Wild Rice Mushroom Soup

    February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

    This plant-based recipe for Cozy Wild Rice Mushroom Soup is a warm bowl of comfort. Hearty mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and kale combine with wild rice for a deliciously, satisfying vegan meal. This is a one-pot wonder that you’ll crave when the weather gets cold.

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  • Healthy Chickpea Rice Orzo Pasta Salad with Dill, Tomatoes, Cucumber - Oil-Free Vegan Plant-Based Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Chickpea Rice Pasta Salad with Dill, Cucumbers, and Tomatoes

    April 7, 2021April 7, 2021

    This simple rice pasta salad gets a gluten-free upgrade with chickpea pasta. A simple, light plant-based salad with dill cucumbers, and tomatoes. Enjoy for a healthy vegan lunch.

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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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  • Vegan Butternut Squash Brown Rice Risotto - Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan Recipe - Healthy Whole Foods Recipe by Plants-Rule

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    The Most Satisfying Vegan Butternut Squash Brown Rice Risotto

    October 12, 2020October 12, 2020

    Butternut squash risotto is a classic fall dish. It’s creamy texture makes it a satisfying, hearty meal. This oil-free, plant-based, vegan recipe uses brown rice for a healthy version of the original.

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    The Plant-Based Food from Africa and Slavery That We Eat Today

    June 8, 2020June 10, 2020

    The history of early African American Slavery included many plant-based foods we still eat today: rice, okra, sweet potatoes, corn, and greens. Discover the importance of these foods in our history.

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  • Gallo Pinto -- Costa Rican Beans and Rice - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Whole Foods Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Gallo Pinto: Costa Rican Rice and Beans

    May 11, 2020May 11, 2020

    Gallo Pinto, or “spotted rooster,” is the national dish of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. This plant-based rice and beans recipe is so satisfying. Authentic flavor comes from an oil-free sofrito that flavors the rice. A budget-friendly dish that makes a hearty dinner!

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  • Ultimate Plant-Based Thanksgiving Dinner Holiday Recipes

    November 13, 2019November 11, 2020

    The holidays are here! I’ve compiled some of my favorite dishes for the Ultimate Plant-Based Thanksgiving Dinner. Vegan sides like mashed potatoes, gravy, and sweet potato casserole will fill the table. Plus, enjoy some awesome appetizers and incredible desserts. Classic, delicious flavors for you to savor!

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    Black Forbidden Rice Asian Bowl with Tofu and Miso Cashew Sauce

    May 14, 2019November 7, 2024

    Black Forbidden Rice sets the stage for colorful vegetables and roasted tofu in this healthy Asian plant-based bowl.  An oil-free vegan Cashew Miso dressing brings salty-sweet flavor.  You’ll love all of the interesting tastes and textures! 

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