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How To Stock a Vegan Pantry (Full Ingredient List!)

These easy and simple guide will teach you How to Stock a Vegan Pantry to make vegan pantry recipes and staples for delicious vegan and gluten-free recipes that are all oil-free. This beginner guide will include everything you need from grains to nuts to baking essential ingredients. Most of these ingredients I keep in my…

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (Oil Free!)

This is the best tasting roasted red pepper hummus recipe ever and it’s also oil-free and just 7 ingredients! Such a bold flavor and incredibly creamy! Is is smoky, tangy and nice kick that is the perfect healthy snack! *This post was originally published on 6-3-2012 and has been updated with better instructions and new…

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Vegan Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins (Oil Free!)

These are the Best Vegan Gluten-free Blueberry Muffins ever, truly! They are also dairy-free, oil-free, yet incredibly soft, light, fluffy & just 8 ingredients and made in 1 bowl! *This post was originally published on 6-3-2014 and has been updated with better instructions and new photos. VEGAN GLUTEN FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS These are seriously some…

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Vegan Potato Soup Recipes

It’s always soup season to me! I’m a soup fiend year-round, no matter the weather. Soup is the perfect meal to me. Filling, comforting, warm and full of so many possibilities. Well, most of y’all know that potatoes are pretty much my favorite food. So, when you combine my favorite meal and my favorite food…

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Vegan Creamy Zucchini Soup (7 Ingredients!)

This Vegan Creamy Zucchini Soup is only 7 ingredients and is oil-free! It is loaded with flavor and is super creamy and smooth, thanks to pureed zucchini, bell peppers and a kick from jalapeno! *This post was originally published on 8-23-2012 and has been updated with better instructions and new photos. VEGAN CREAMY ZUCCHINI SOUP…

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Vegan Lentil Soup Recipe (8 Ingredients!)

This Vegan Lentil Soup recipe is so incredibly easy to make using very basic pantry staple ingredients! It is a 1 pot meal and 8 easy to find ingredients. This lentil soup recipe is packed with plant-based protein, low-fat, oil-free and is simple to make, not to mention loaded with delicious flavor! VEGAN LENTIL SOUP…

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Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup

This is the perfect Vegan Red Lentil Spinach Soup for when you are feeling lazy or pressed for time, but still want something healthy, hearty and filling! This soup is SO easy and fast to make and very delicious, using plant-based ingredients. It is vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, dairy-free and high in protein!  *This post was…

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Asian Ramen Noodle Salad

This Asian Ramen Noodle Salad is vegan, oil-free and ready in about 15 minutes! It is very easy and simple to make and tossed with the most delicious Tahini Asian-style sauce ever! Made with crispy carrots, broccoli and crunchy sesame seeds and almonds. ASIAN RAMEN NOODLE SALAD I love, love me some ramen noodles. My…

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Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea BBQ Wraps

These Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea BBQ Wraps are loaded with wholesome whole foods,  plant-based protein, healthy carbs and amazing flavor! The homemade BBQ sauce, spicy poblano peppers and sweet potatoes are the perfect veggies alongside the chickpeas. So much flavor and texture for a delicious lunch or dinner! VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHICKPEA BBQ WRAPS I…

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Healthy Vegetable Soup (With Rice)

The absolute most delicious and flavorful healthy vegan vegetable soup out there! This vegan soup has a rich tomato broth and hearty rice texture to fill you up. It is oil-free and incredibly healthy and good for you. Originally posted 1-26-2018. Updated with clearer instructions and content. HEALTHY VEGETABLE SOUP Meet my new favorite soup!…

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