I wanted to work with oat cream to find another way to thicken sauces, dips and other dressings, in addition to full meals often made with coconut milk (which we no longer consume). Oat cream is one great tool to have in your arsenal of an oil free and reduced fat lifestyle. I also enjoy […]
Spicy Salsa Verde recipe that’s not-so-verde (Vegan, Oil free)
I am growing tomatillos this year in the garden, so have a lot that are starting to ripen and are ready for making a bunch of different recipes. Salsa verde is a classic recipe for tomatillos, so this is one of the first things I made using them. Tomatillos are a tangy distant cousin of […]
Oil free Vegan Kale Pesto recipe (SOS-Free option, sunflower seed base)
I love to use a nice and dense pesto that is rich in flavor for sandwiches, mixed into salads, with pasta, or in many other applications. Rich in flavor, and full of nutrients, it’s useful adding some variety to your plant based diet. This oil free vegan kale pesto fits that bill perfectly. This pesto […]
Tomato Jam with goldenberries and chia seeds (Vegan, SOS free)
This Tomato Jam contains both goldenberries and chia seeds. The Goldenberries add a sweet and sour note to the delicious tomato spread that you can use in your sandwiches, vegetable bowls, as a tomato ketchup replacement, or many other plant-based dishes. It’s healthy, and an SOS-free recipe: it’s free of oil, salt, and sugar. Goldenberries […]
Citrus herb chickpea salad sandwich recipe (Oil free, vegan)
I’m always looking for new and interesting lunch options, particularly ones that I can make a big batch of and enjoy for several afternoons or freeze to use later. This recipe for a vegan chickpea salad sandwich (replacing a tuna or chicken salad sandwich) fits that description nicely. The sandwich is healthy and filling, and […]
Lime, parsley and dill creamy salad dressing recipe (Oil Free, Vegan)
This oil free and vegan salad dressing features bright citrus notes of lime, and a lovely herb blend that includes parsley and dill. It is an excellent ranch dressing replacement, perfect for chickpea salad blends (such as our sandwich recipe here), and goes great on any green salad. The lime zest ensures that the citrus […]
Insanely delicious vegan alfredo sauce recipe (Oil free, low sodium)
I have developed this recipe over the past 6 months or so. I just kept making it, revising it, and then forgetting to add it to the site. But we kept making this over and over again because it is so delicious, we always had the ingredients in the house to make it happen, and […]
Creamy Vegan Sour Cream recipe (low fat & oil free with sodium free option)
Vegan sour cream is incredibly easy to make while retaining the creamy texture with a notable dairy tang without using any animal products at all. This dairy-free recipe uses uses a combination of both sunflower seeds and cashews to form the base, while adding tang using lemon, and yellow mustard. Nutritional yeast is optional, and […]
Thai Red Curry Hummus recipe (Oil free, Vegan, low fat)
The texture of your hummus is very important: you want it smooth and creamy, so it spreads easily in your wraps and sandwiches, and it’s easy to dip your vegetables in. There are several ways to make your hummus creamy, but it’s a lot about how much liquid you add, and blending it thoroughly. The […]
Flavor Blast Vegan Tzatziki Spread or sauce recipe (Dairy Free, Oil free, Low Fat)
If you want some vegan Tzatziki that is easy to make, loaded with flavor, and completely dairy free… look no further, this recipe has you set. You don’t even need to strain yogurt for this one. The thick consistency is provided by firm tofu, and you add a whack of flavorings so this sauce adds […]
Creamy Buffalo Chik’n Hot Sauce recipe (Oil Free, Vegan) – Dip, spread, dressing, and more
Buffalo Chick’n hot sauce typically involves adding butter to the sauce to give it that iconic taste, so figuring out a classic recipe for this delicious sauce after going oil-free — without using a vegan butter, the staple ingredient – has been a challenge. Eventually… desperate to make a vegan buffalo chick’n sandwich… I tried […]
Vegan Mushroom Oyster Sauce recipe (Oil Free, Low Fat)
Oyster Sauce is a common ingredient in many Asian dishes, but I have never seen a vegan version of the sauce available at the store (there does seem to be some available online, but contains additives and very expensive!) It’s very easy to make a healthy version at home with whole ingredients that you can […]
Spicy Carrot and Chili Spread or Dip recipe (Oil Free, Vegan)
I always try to make my spreads and dips easy enough to use in a bowl or a sandwich, so I can use what I make all week. I’ll blend up a big batch early in the week or on the weekend, and then use it all week to dip healthy foods in, spread in […]
Ginger and lemon Green Goddess dressing recipe (Oil free, vegan, low fat)
This green goddess dressing is a little bit different. I have made the lemon stand out in this recipe, and then added ginger as a secondary component that stands out. I love the likely health benefits of ginger, and combined with fresh raw garlic this recipe is really a powerhouse of goodness. You can easily […]
