No-Meat Meatballs (Brought to You by Quinoa)
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Quinoa, a member of the amaranth family, is an annual crop cultivated mainly for its highly nutritious seeds, rich in protein, fiber, B vitamins, and minerals—more than you’ll find in most grains.
These raw quinoa “meatballs” are delicious, whatever your food preferences may be. They offer a smooth consistency, with an intense flavor given by the onion, garlic, coriander, and your chosen seasonings. We use turmeric, which, along with the carrot, provides a lovely color.
Heartfelt Beetroot Gazpacho
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Gazpacho is a traditional cold soup of Spanish cuisine, typically made with ingredients such as cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and onions. Recently, a variation of the recipe has gained popularity, in which some of the tomatoes are replaced with beets, resulting in a vibrant purple dish that is perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day.
Raw Ramen Soup
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Ramen traditionally is wheat noodles served in a warm meat broth. Practically none of the ingredients are on my diet. Let us take a traditional recipe and create something with the spirit of the original recipe but filled with raw healthiness, wholeness, and goodness. “Raw equals cold.” That’s what so many raw food recipes imply. But here’s a scrumptious recipe with an Asian charm and a welcome warmth.
Zucchini Pasta with Pesto Sauce
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
You’ll find zucchini pasta an ideal alternative to traditional pasta. It’s healthier, lighter, and you can enjoy it raw. Use a spiralizer to make your pasta. You can buy these easily and inexpensively on Amazon, eBay, and similar websites. We’ll make a cashew cheese sauce, with nutritional yeast and plenty of basil.
Mushroom Onion Soup
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
If you want to feel more grounded and nourished after a meal, look no further than mushrooms with their earthly flavor combined onions. They pair well with onions and leeks in this creamy warm winter soup.
Radishes ‘n Greens Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Full of flavor and earthly goodness, this recipe is a hearty welcome to the new growing season and to one of the first food crops of the year – radishes.
Munchable Christmas Tree with Basil Avocado Dip
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Lose that old lay-down vegetable tray! Why not arrange the vegetables vertically to make a holiday table centerpiece that doubles as a vegetable and dip dish?
Raw Hungarian Letcho
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
This traditional Hungarian recipe is usually prepared in Eastern Europe using the stove, then canned and eaten during the winter months. Even if you don’t cook it, as in the recipe below, you can still enjoy the flavorful peppers in tomato sauce with a hint of herbs and garlic.
Pesto Pockets
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
No dough in these pockets—Crunchy jicama takes on that role. Here’s a great main dish, giving you lots of variation for both filling and sauce. Use your favorite recipes to substitute for one or both.
Falafel with Mango Sauce
Recipe Author: Beautiful on Raw
Serve this raw version of a famous Middle Eastern dish on lettuce leaves, or accompanied by a fresh salad or cut vegetables.