Posts in the ‘Raw’ Category

A plant-based Thanksgiving feast: Lentil loaf, stuffed acorn squash, maple-Dijon roasted brussel sprouts topped with mushroom gravy.

Giving Thanks

At the beginning of the year, I made a commitment to go “Plant-based” (yes, completely vegan…no animals or animal products) for at least a year. I had been gradually reducing any animal products and most processed foods from my diet. I naturally eat fresh, local and whole foods, so going “all-the-way” was pretty easy. I’m

Vegan Sour Cream

Vegan Sour Cream Prep Time: 5 minutes Servings: 3/4 cup Ingredients1 cup raw cashews, soaked 1/2-3/4 cup water, as needed 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1/4-1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, to tasteInstructionsPlace cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Soak for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight

Green Harissa Sauce

Green Harissa Sauce Rating: 51 Prep Time: 15 minutes This is an amazing sauce and versatile for other dishes. I drizzle over grilled fish topped with corn relish. Also wonderful with [roasted whole carrot placed on top of black lentils and of course as a dressing for your tacos. Will keep refrigerated for about a

Corn-Tomato Salad

Corn-Tomato Salad/Salsa

Corn-Tomato Salad/Salsa Rating: 41 Prep Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 15 minutes Servings: 3 cups Ingredients2 ears of fresh corn off the cob or 2 cups frozen defrosted corn 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped cilantro approximately juice of one lemon 1/4 cup of olive oil salt and pepper

Raw, Vegan, Orange-Chocolate Mousse Parfait

Orange-Chocolate Mousse Parfait

Orange-Chocolate Mousse Parfait Rating: 51 IngredientsMousse: 2 large avocados, or more as needed 2/3 cup (53 g) cacao powder 3/4 cup (255 g) agave nectar or coconut nectar 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest Vanilla Cream: 1 1/2 cup (180 g) cashew, soaked 2 hours 1/3 cup (80 ml) coconut oil, warmed to liquid 1/3