Recipes — grain free

Looking for a unique plant-based side dish? Tired of steamed veggies or bland rice? Try these protein packed, fiber-rich, whole food plant-based garlic tahini crusted green beans. Loaded with vitamin C, calcium and iron, this easy-to-make dish provides both creamy and crunchy textures, savory and tart flavors, and will keep you full and satisfied.   Prep Time: 5 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 3 cloves of garlic, minced 12 oz of green beans, ends trimmed   2 TBSP of Tamari ½ a lemon 1 TBSP of sesame seeds 3 TBSP of tahini Water (a few TBSP to prevent sticking) Instructions: In a stovetop pan, sauté...

Ever wish you could just eat a tub of cookie dough and not feel sick? Well, now you can! This super simple plant-based cookie dough is made with chickpeas, believe it or not! And because it doesn't have eggs, it can be enjoyed raw! A quick and easy plant-based dessert for the whole family.  Prep Time: 5-10 minutes Yield: 2 servings (1 cup each) Ingredients: 1 can or drained and rinsed chickpeas 1 dash of sea salt 1 TBS of vanilla extract a few TBS of water 1 TBS of all natural peanut butter 3 TBS of maple syrup or date syrup  ¼ a cup of...

So you've just gone plant-based but you're stumped at breakfast time? Move over oatmeal...there's a new plant-based breakfast in town. This chickpea scramble makes the perfect vegan brunch, especially for those who typically opted for eggs before transitioning to a plant-based way of life. Have this chickpea scramble with avocado toast, toss in a burrito, or enjoy as a breakfast taco. The possibilities are endless. Prep Time: 5 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Yield: 2 servings Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 tsp turmeric ¼ cup water 2 handfuls spinach OPTIONAL: green onion ½ sliced...

A quick, easy, and delicious oil-free hummus recipe is must have for anyone who's living the whole food plant-based lifestyle. Enjoy this recipe with your favorite raw veggies, smeared on toast with avocado, or any dang way you want! Prep Time: 5 minutes  Yield: 6 Servings Ingredients: 1 15-oz can of chickpeas 1-2 cloves of garlic, minced or chopped 2 TBSP lemon juice 2 TBSP Tahini 2 TBSP almond milk pepper to taste Optional: add 1/2 red pepper for red pepper hummus Instructions:  Rinse chickpeas and toss them in your high-speed blender or food processor with garlic. Pulse until chickpeas are broken up finely. Add...