Whole food, plant-based recipes
A “whole food, plant-based” way of eating involves focusing your diet on plant foods i.e. vegetables, fruits, beans, grains, nuts and seeds. Foods are eaten close to their natural state so are either not processed or are minimally processed thereby avoiding highly processed foods. My version of these recipes excludes oil with the rare exception of a “transitional” recipe since there are some diseases where it is likely best to avoid oil and there are pros/cons to each of the multiple oils on the market. I eat a whole food, plant-based vegan diet so my recipes do not include animal products. Regardless of the dietary pattern you choose to follow, adding more plant-based foods and avoiding highly processed foods is a good idea based on the science. Making a change, especially from the standard American diet, is not easy yet is worthwhile and does not require perfection. Small steps towards a healthier way of eating is better than no steps at all. Your taste buds and food preferences will change as your body is exposed to healthier food. I promise that you will find some amazingly delicious recipes here. Always discuss any major dietary changes with your medical provider. You can find a list of various plant-focused dietary patterns towards the bottom of this page and my “Services” page, each with links so you can learn more about them.
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Examples of Dietary Patterns Which Focus on Plant-Based Foods
Baltic/Nordic
DASH
Esselstyn
Flexitarian
Greger
Health-Conscious American Omnivorous
Healthy Vegan
Healthy Vegetarian
Macrobiotic
McDougall
Mediterranean
Nutritarian
Ornish
PCRM (Physician’s Committee For Responsible Medicine)
Pescatarian
Plant-Based Paleo
Portfolio
Vegan Keto
Whole Food, Plant-Based
SPICY CHIPOTLE QUINOA
A friend found this recipe and wanted me to help her put it together. It was so quick and easy that she realized she could have done it without me…
ROASTED CHILES RELLENOS WITH BLACK BEANS
This spicy, flavorful dish is a must try if you like Mexican food…
ENGINE 2 HUMMUS (no oil, no tahini)
Hummus is delicious but those who need to reverse medical issues are best to avoid olive oil and tahini…
BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER TOTS with CREAMY BUFFALO SAUCE
I was surprised to find this recipe online in the Men's Journal. Real men admit to liking tots…
CAULIFLOWER RISOTTO
WOW. Although I was not intending to start my list of recipes for Christmas dinner, this one for cauliflower risotto is a MUST..
CASHEW TZATZIKI
My family and I really enjoy wraps with hummus, vegetables, and vegan tzatziki sauce…
MCDOUGALL CORN BUTTER
I was pleasantly surprised that something this simple and healthy could taste good…
OIL-FREE HUMMUS (contains tahini)
My family and I love hummus. It’s so delicious and versatile…
OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES
I love these cookies. They have the perfect amount of sweetness…
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PIE
For all you pumpkin pie lovers out there who want to indulge in a creamy, delicious dessert that is healthier than traditional, this recipe is for you…
NOT-SO-FAT GUACAMOLE
Guacamole is one of my weakness. I came across this recipe and just had to give it a try…
NUT “MILK”
I have a high speed blender so it is so easy to make my own “milk” and I like the flavor better…
PEANUT BUTTER TART
This delicious dessert has a secret ingredient that will surprise your family and friends…
ITALIAN STUFFED PEPPERS
Now don't judge. I made the executive decision to use Beyond Sausages in this recipe…
COCONUT ALMOND MACAROONS
I am so excited to share this macaroon recipe with you because it is exceptional…
SEARED LIMA BEANS WITH ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS
This recipe is amazing! I have never cared for lima beans but this recipe has changed everything…
CHOCOLATE COCONUT COOKIES
These wonderful cookies are very easy to make and have the flavor and consistency of brownies…
3-INGREDIENT NUTTER BUTTER COOKIES
I am encouraging my son to transition to a whole food, plant-based diet. Peanut butter cookies are one of his favorite cookies so this simple recipe caught my attention…