Make Your Own: 120+ Minimally Processed, Oil-Free, Wheat-Free, Sugar-Free, Plant-based Recipes

by Javant Benton

Genres: Cookbooks, Vegan, Nonfiction

304 pages, Hardcover

Published March 17, 2026

Reviews

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love following Javant's recipes on Facebook so when I heard he was writing a cookbook , ordering it was a no brainer. It doesn't disappoint for someone who follows a nutritarian diet like me. This cookbook has so many great recipes and I love that his sweetener of choice is dates...mine also.
I am just starting to cook from it but I already love his section on recipe staples. His sweet dijon salad dressing has already become my new favorite. One of the more challenging things about eating oil free is creating salad dressings ...so it is always good to find one that is flavorful and versatile.
I Highly recommend this cookbook for anyone that follows Dr Fuhrmans "Eat to Live" plan...it embodies all the principles while delivering appealing and tasty plant based recipes that can easily be incorporated into weekly meal planning.

[Rochelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Proceed with caution. On one hand, the non-chocolate and non-date recipes are delicious, easy to make and healthy. I never thought food made without meat, dairy, wheat, sugar and oil could taste so good. I am making at least a few of these recipes every week for the next several months. On the other hand, Javant Benton mentions Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Dr. Joel Furman and Dr. Michael Greger in his cookbook. They are outstanding doctor-authors of books and cookbooks about body-healing food. However, I do not recall any of them promoting sugar in the first meal of the day, and all of them suggest eating chocolate (caffeine) and/or sugar in moderation. Mr. Benton does not suggest eating sugar in the first meal of the day, but he has a recipe for breakfast cookies that are made with chocolate and dates. Therefore, my non-medical suggestion is to read at least one book by any of these doctor-authors (and check with your doctor) before making any of Mr. Benton’s recipes that contain dates/date sugar and/or chocolate. That way, you would know what to avoid, what to avoid in your first meal of the day and what to eat in moderation.

[Leona · Rating 4 out of 5]

I give this man credit for creating these recipes as healthier options for familiar foods. I’m personally not going to soak nuts and attempt to prepare any of these dishes that substitute ingredients in familiar foods. The recipes are mostly rated *easy* and the ebook format included some photographs. I appreciated the comments and tips with each recipe. I borrowed this cookbook from the library, which I recommend if you’re at all interested in this type of food prep.

[Marveen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you for an interesting inspiring cookbook! Versions of food that you would want to make and eat. Ingredients not in a regular kitchen but you are not cooking mainline recipes. My niece and sister had given me some of the ingredients at a recent visit and now I know what to do with them. Very encouraging! Felt comprehensive for someone who feels ignorant.

[Britt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Make it yourself made easy!

This cookbook is a super tasty collection of recipes that are easy to follow and brighten up standard plant based recipes to an elevated meal or sauce. Highly recommend!

[BETSY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed it!!!

Overall I really enjoy these recipes. I do have sensitivities to almonds and would love to see more alternatives other than almond flour. But overall greatful for what Javant is doing.
Looking forward to your next cookbook