Felix has been wanting to try caramel popcorn for ages, and thanks to this healthier, oil-free recipe, he finally got some and loved it! Each batch uses just 1/4 cup maple syrup, a little tahini, and unsweetened plant milk.

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Easy Chia Jam and Gel

Any fruit melds beautifully with nutrient-packed chia seeds, and jam is sooo simple to whip up—without all the refined sugars or artificial colors or preservatives, what’s to stop you from trying all your favorites? And, following the same train of thought, the sky’s the limit when it comes to varying with chia gels, too.

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Vanilla Tea Cake with Chia Berry Jam and Cashew Icing

Light and perfectly balanced between fluffy and tender, this vegan, gluten-free, nearly oil-free and low sugar treat is lovely on its own. Topped with a luscious layer of berry chia jam and creamy cashew yogurt frosting? Exquisite.

Vegan Nicoise Salad with Steamed Tofu

Fresh, light, and satisfying--this meal is a nourishing, versatile time-saver. Steamed tofu lends a lovely silky-firm texture to this vegan nicoise, and perfectly absorbs the flavors of the simple lemon dijon dressing. Best part is, you can change this dish up with whatever’s left in the fridge and toss it on a platter for deceptively fancy appeal.

Roast Vegetable Sandwich with Spinach Pesto

You don’t really need a recipe for this inviting roasted veggie sandwich. Just be sure to spread a layer of the elevating spinach pesto. It’s super forgiving, dairy free, and packed with savory flavor.

Key Lime Avocado Popsicles

Avocado and limmmmmmmmmmmme…These creamy key lime pops are richly refreshing, so easy to make, and burst with indulgent flavor and packed with wholesome goodness.

Sweet Potato Brownie Bars (V, GF, Oil-free)

These aren't exactly the sugary sweet, crispy on the top, chewy-gooey in the center (awesome, yes!) classic, but they are what these are is STILL oh so AWESOME (too!), brownie lovers!! If you are up for fudgy, rich, silky texture bursting with brownie flavor AND also oil-free, naturally sweetened, gluten-free, vegan, and nutrient-packed, these are for you.

Pineapple Turmeric Smoothie

Bright as sunshine but light and refreshing, this Pineapple Turmeric smoothie is just what summertime calls for, with every sip a restorative taste of the tropics.

BBQ Tofu Bowls

Baked tofu coated with a flavorful spice rub pairs well with whatever you please in this simple, nutritious, and tasty BBQ tofu bowl. Drizzled (or smothered) with a healthy homemade BBQ sauce brings kicks up a little nourishing heat that is both homey yet festive.

Chocolate Almond Smoothie with Ashwagandha

Literally bursting with nutrients, this frosty-style concoction derives extra thickness from a secret ingredient–frozen cauliflower! Brimming with fiber, vitamins, and other beneficial plant compounds, mild, hydrating cauliflower lends extra wholesomeness and enhanced texture without noticeably contributing to calories or taste.

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Vegan Strawberry Shortcake with Vanilla Cashew Cream

Tender, light biscuits filled with fresh strawberries and a delectable cashew cream filling—this wholesome take on the classic is dreamily berrylicious!

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Berrylicious Beet Smoothie with Shatavari

Loaded with iron and antioxidants, this gem-colored smoothie brings balance, strength and vitality.

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Chia Jamberry oatmeal squares (GF, V, refined sugar free)

These berryliscious chia jam bars make for a scrumptious, chia-powered bite before school, and serve as a jammy afternoon snack as well. Plus, you don’t have to put in ANY added/refined sugar if you don’t want to.

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Best flexible trail fuel: Vegan Energy Ball Variations

Easy to pop into your mouth, smooth on digestion, and super fuel, these energy balls sustain a day’s adventures. Plus, they’re easy to make, and the variations are limitless. Try this quick base and flavor addends.

Easy Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

Just blend up a baked sweet potato with a little plant milk and some warming spices, then top to your heart’s desire. You can practically feel the delicious, bright burst of betacarotene, alongside a wealth of antioxidants and other nutrients helping to promote a healthy gut, vision, immune function, and more.