Oil Free

I personally think oil makes everything taste better. However, I know some people avoid oil for health reasons. Therefore, I try to save recipes that do not use added oil in this collection of oil-free recipes for you.

If you’re trying to reduce your consumption of added fats while still enjoying delicious foods, this collection showcases over 50 oil-free recipes. From sautéing with water or broth to replacing oil with seeds and nuts, these recipes demonstrate that flavorful meals can be achieved without sacrificing taste or texture.

2 glasses of pink sangria with heart shaped watermelon and strawberries in the glasses

Olive Garden Watermelon Sangria

Olive Garden Watermelon Sangria is a lightly sweetened, fruity drink that’s perfect for summertime celebrations or brunch with friends.

Posted in Drinks, Gluten Free, New Years Eve, Oil Free, Picnic, Soy Free, and Valentines Day, with other Recipes

a spiral of dehydrated rainbow apple chips

Dried Apple Slices

Dried apples, or apple chips, are a healthy snack that’s easy to make in the dehydrator or the oven and a great way to use up extra apples.

Posted in Gluten Free, Oil Free, Picnic, Rainbow, Snacks, and Soy Free, with other Recipes

dipping a vegan black tahini bat cracker into dip

Oil-free Crackers

Easy vegan homemade crackers have a flaky, buttery flavor without any oil, making them a healthy after-school snack for kids or fun Halloween party horror d'oeuvres.

Posted in Appetizers, Halloween, Oil Free, Picnic, Snacks, Soy Free, and Tea Party, with other Recipes

stack of mini colored burritos

Colored Tortillas

Homemade tortillas are easy, vegan, and healthier than store bought tortillas. You can also make them organic and colored!

Posted in Appetizers, Entrees, Oil Free, Rainbow, Sides, and Soy Free, with other Recipes

vegan chocolate peanut butter hello kitty sandwich cookies

Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies

These vegan peanut butter cookies are quick and easy with only 5 mandatory ingredients. Elevate them by adding a ganache filling for hello kitty sandwich cookies.

Posted in Cookies, Dessert, New Years Eve, Oil Free, Picnic, Sanrio, and Tea Party, with other Recipes

loaf of black and blue swirl bread with one piece sliced showing the spiral

Spiral Swirl Bread

This vegan bread is a savory swirl bread with a colorful spiral running through the center. This pretty bread will brighten up your picnic, potluck, or tea party.

Posted in Oil Free, Soy Free, and Tea Party, with other Recipes

vegan chocolate peanut butter pretzels decorated like butterflies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzels

This recipe for vegan chocolate peanut butter pretzels has 2 ways to make them: a quick and easy method, and a more detailed one that turns them into butterflies.

Posted in Dessert, Easter, New Years Eve, Oil Free, Picnic, Snacks, and Tea Party, with other Recipes

a bite of split pea risotto with a can of split pea soup and 2 bowls of risotto in the background

Vegan Risotto (Instant Pot)

This vegan instant pot risotto is a filling meal for meatless monday or any weeknight when you need an easy dinner, because it only takes 5 minutes of your time.

Posted in Entrees, Gluten Free, Oil Free, and Soy Free, with other Recipes

vegan hot dog on a stick wrapped in basket-weaved garlic knot dough with a bite missing

Vegan Garlic Hot Dog Buns (on a stick)

Better than a corn dog, these vegan hot dogs are basket weaved in a colored garlic knot dough, baked in the oven, and served on a stick to brighten your picnics.

Posted in Entrees, Oil Free, Picnic, Rainbow, and Soy Free, with other Recipes