~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Prickly Pear Cheesecake. Never in a million years would I have ever thought that I would be making a raw cheesecake with a cactus as the star ingredient! How can a plant that is so vicious to the touch offer such a delicate sweet flavor? … read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Difficult to imagine what prickly pear ice cream might taste like? I guess I had no clue either… well, that was until I got my hands on some while living in Tucson, Arizona. Before then, I had no clue such a fruit existed. They have… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Loaded with nutrient-rich cashews, this isn’t your average sweet topping. They are an excellent source of manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and vitamin K, and happens to be bursting with antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties, thanks to the coconut oil. This proves to me that we literally… read more »
~ raw, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ It’s getting close to that time of the year… Halloween! My husband and I are throwing our 3rd annual Halloween Party this year, and it is always my goal to serve a lot of raw, healthy foods! This healthy cookie is disguised as an ole’… read more »
Mexican Cheese Kale Chips ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ After reading through the ingredient list here, you might think that I might have fallen off my rocker. Five lines down in the list you will find quinoa! Yep, it’s true; I used quinoa as my base to create this… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Homemade granola can be a healthy, comforting, and delicious treat. Keywords “can be”… Most of the store-bought granola is high in refined sugars, contain unhealthy fats, and is packed full of fillers and unnecessary ingredients. Take control… Creating your own at home is super easy, quick, and… read more »
Here are some recipe ideas that you can make ahead and eat throughout the week. Keep in mind I am not suggesting that you make all of these, and there are so many other options to keep a strong rotation going. I just wanted to pull this list together to… read more »
Monthly Raw Food Staples – make ahead recipe ideas This post could get rather long…. the possibilities are endless! And if not careful, I would end up copying all my site recipes into this post. These are just some ideas that might help you get prepared for the busy weeks… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ What in tarnation is bloomed rice? Well, I am glad that you asked. It’s a simple preparation technique in which the rice kernels open up like a beautiful flower, making it more palatable. There are several ways to go about it. The first way is to… read more »
Wild Rice is a not a raw ingredient. But it comes with many health benefits. Wild rice is high in potassium and phosphorus; it compares favorably to the nutritional content of wheat, corn, and oats. It is gluten-free, high in fiber, high in protein, folate, B vitamins (niacin, riboflavin, and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Ok folks, it doesn’t get any easier or healthier than this… Banana Ice Cream is free of gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, food coloring, and artificial ingredients! Technically, it only takes one ingredient – bananas. But I tend to add a little almond milk. Raw Food Staple… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Sometimes I just crave corn. I love the fresh, sweet, pop that it has when you bite down. As the summer temperatures rise I aim for dishes that are refreshing and light. This recipe fits that bill to a “T.” If you make this… read more »
I want to share some exciting news with all of you. Today, we released a very special eBook called “Make your own Edible Veggie Bouquet”. After months of designing, working on the layout, collecting photos, writing the step-by-step instructions and endless nights of editing…it is done. I created this eBook… read more »
Did you know that there are different types of cinnamon? I never really gave it any thought, until now. As of late, I have been eating it daily. Craving is more like it so I had to do some research on it to see just what the heck “my body”… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Walnut Banana Bread Granola ….. Do I need a better description than those four little words? When I slid the trays into the dehydrator and turned on the fan, the immediate aroma of baking banana bread filled the room. I found myself sneaking into the… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ A family feast just isn’t complete without a side of cool and creamy Apple-Cabbage Slaw. It’s refreshing, crunchy and healthy! I prefer to shred my cabbage into bite-size pieces, and the apples give it a nice crunch. The sweetness of the apples brings a new and… read more »
CNN, New York Times, The Daily News, Oprah and Google News have released a front page story… Read all about it – Nouveauraw.com now has a PRINT BUTTON feature!!! Ok, so maybe it’s not really an above-the-fold headline or national news but to me it’s pretty darn exciting! haha Bless… read more »
Can people diagnosed with Celiac Disease or Gluten Intolerance eat OATS? Some studies suggest they can be raw, and others say they can’t. So who is right? The short answer is, they both are. Do you remember growing up, and perhaps your mother or a loved one said to you, “It’s whats on… read more »
Chocolate Banana Wraps ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Chocolate banana wraps are a great raw food staple to keep on hand. Whether you decide to spruce them up by sprinkling nuts, seeds, chopped dried fruit, coconut, or cacao nibs on top or not… you can enjoy them as a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Hmm, let’s see… chocolate, banana, and peanut butter (ponders), could this possibly taste good? YES! I even did a nutritional count on this dish, which you will find below. A recipe filled with whole food goodness and nutrition, a sure-fire win to start your day. … read more »
Cracked Pepper, Sour Cream and Onion Kale Chips ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Cracked Pepper, Sour Cream, and Onion Kale Chips havec some amazing flavors that really fool your taste buds. You first get this incredible hint of sour cream, then you get a hit of onion, but then just… read more »