Purple Mandala Hibiscus Smoothie 8 oz purple cabbage ( half a small head), chopped 1 cup frozen blueberries, blackberries or frozen acai berry 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 ripe banana, peeled ( fresh) 1 cup chilled Hibiscus tea, (alternative is 1 cup cranberry or...

Ingredients Serves 4 6 medium-large zucchini 1 small garlic clove 1 large handful fresh basil leaves 1 tablespoon pine nuts (or blanched almonds) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium ripe avocados, pitted (OPTIONAL OR OMIT IF WANTING LOWER FAT...

For the Quickest and Healthiest Mint Chocolate Chip smoothie. Try adding the following ingredients in a high-speed blender or vitamix Seriously you can't go wrong. The more spinach or spiralina you use, the Greener in color. The more cacao or cacao nibs ( for added...

Raw Vegan Chocolate Coconut Cream Torte Recipe. Bottom Layer Crust: - 1 cup raw almonds or pecans, soaked 2 hours, rinsed 1 cup fresh or dried finely shredded unsweetened coconut - 1/2 cup pitted dates - 1/2 cup raw cacao powder - . tsp cinnamon Dash of cayenne In a...

Wild Blueberry Maca Bliss Cheesecake with Crumble topping Chef Ami Beach from G-Zen Restaurant in Branford CT Ingredients: For the crust: 2 cups raw Brasil nuts 1/2 cup dates 1/4 cup shredded coconut 1/4 tsp sea salt For the cake filling: 3 cups cashews, soaked...

  INGREDIENTS • 1 cup dates • 1 cup) raw almonds • 1 heaping tablespoon coconut butter • 1 heaping tablespoon coconut oil • 2 teaspoons matcha powder • ¼ cup desiccated coconut • 2 teaspoons (matcha powder for rolling) INSTRUCTIONS 1 Soak dates in hot water for...

2 Cups Chopped Carrots 4 Dates 4 Dried Figs 1⁄2 Cup Raisins 1⁄4 Cup Shredded Coconut 1 tsp. Cinnamon 1⁄2 tsp. Nutmeg 1⁄2 tsp. Allspice Add all ingredients to food processor. Using s blade, pulverize until carrot cake consistency. Frosting: 2 Cups Coconut Almond Yogurt...

Ingredients: • 1 cup pecans, soaked overnight • 1 cup walnuts, soaked overnight • ½ cup cashews or macadamias, soaked overnight • 1 cup gluten free oats • 1 tablespoon mixed spiced (pumpkin spice) • 2 teaspoons ground ginger • (9ozs) grated carrot • ½ cup raisins,...

Ingredients: 2 cups cashews 3⁄4 cup cacao powder 1 cup cacao butter, grated or chopped small then melted 1⁄2 cup agave nectar 1 cup water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1⁄2 teaspoon tamari 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons coconut oil Cacao powder, pistachios and...

As many of my fans and customers may know, I am away at my Caribbean home and retreat in Culebra PR from a few months resting & recharging! But as always being closer to the equator, in the sunshine and feeling so ALIVE, I am always inspired. I wanted to share the...

Blueberry Goji Maca Parfait with Crumble topping By Chef Ami Beach from G-Zen Restaurant in Branford CT 16 ounces frozen wild organic blueberries 1/2 cup Goji Berries 1 tsp maca root powder 1 Tbs Chia Seeds 1-2 drops of stevia leaf liquid 1 cup raw cashews soaked 1...

My All time Favorite Cure ALL: Who doesn't need a little pick me up after a night of over indulgence, alcohol , sugar and God knows what else. Not only will it help alkalize the blood stream and help hydrate you, it also it a great boost for the metabolism and helping...

Vegan Eggnog serves 2-4 • 2 cups unsweetened cashew milk, coconut milk or other non-dairy milk of your choice • 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk • 1/3 cup raw cashews, soaked for at least 30 minutes (optional)* • 4-6 Medjool dates • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1...

Get out the baking sheet and cookie cutters because we’ve got the best vegan sugar cookie recipe around! These classic-yet-customizable holiday treats—which can be made into any shape (hello, snowflakes)—are brightened with the addition of natural colorings such as...

While this recipe is not Raw, its too good not to share with you! What You Need:1-1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats3/4 cup brown rice flour1/2 cup sugar or Sugar replacement like xylitol, coconut sugar, maple sugar 1/4 cup flax meal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2...

For the Lasagna 1 zucchini 5 tomatoes Olive oil, Himalayan salt, black pepper and coriander 1 cup spinach leaves For the Cashew Herb Cheese 1 cup cashews 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried dill 1/4 cup water (more or less, as needed) Dash of turmeric, paprika and...

Raw Sunburgers Yield: 7 to 8 servings can be served on a Raw flax bread ( a version of this flax bread can be found within my recipes in this blog) Or can be served on any bread of choice! Ingredients: 2 ½ cups sunflower seeds, soaked & dehydrated ½ red onion,...

Ingredients: 2 cups wheat berries 1 cup raisins 2 tbsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt Handful additional nuts or seeds, optional Directions: The first thing you need to do, is soak and sprout your wheat or spelt berries. 1) Place 2 cups of berries in two large glass jars, and...

Nothing says summer more than a Strawberry Shortcake. But how about trying a Raw, Vegan, NO cook, No grain, NO sugar version? Look for a version of this at G-zen this summer! Ingredients: Cake 1/2 cup almonds 1/2 cup cashews 1/2 cup dates 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1...

Avocado Lime Soup ( This is a regular favorite that we serve at G-zen my restaurant in Branford CT 2 avocados 3/4 of a medium cucumber 1 stalk celery Juice of 1 lime Small handful of fresh coriander (cilantro) 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon...

Easy, homemade fruit leather "These are perfect for when you're on the go - I'd suggest keeping some in the fridge for whenever you need a quick and healthy snack. Most fruit leathers available out there are full of processed sugars and preservatives, but if you make...

  I had the hugest blessing this past weekend to spend Three glorious days with RAW FOOD legend Mimi Kirk, Voted Sexiest Vegan over 50 by PETA and the most world renowned RAW FOODS Health & Longevity expert. She gave an inspirational and SOLD OUT talk on the...

Some of my Best recipes happen by accident and this is one of them. This is absolutely the easiest recipe ever and the most delicious "Onion Ring" I ever ate. Hope you enjoy! Ingredients: 4 large organic white onions 1/4 cup raw organic coconut oil 3 Tablespoons raw...

I wanted to share one my favorite anti-aging, anti-stress tonic drinks! For those of you that don't know, I just turned 45 Years young and the above pic was taken literally today. Aside from my raw foods diets and clean lifestyle, I firmly believe in the super of...

Ok Beauties. This is one of my all time favorite Super foods DIY Raw Organic Ice cremes. This baby can be made in 10 minutes or less so long as you have all the ingredients on hand. 3-4 frozen bananas 1/2 cup dates pitted and chopped 1/4 cup organic pecans 1...

Ingredients: All organic preferably! -2 cups shredded coconut -1 cup almond flour -2 teaspoons lemon zest -2 tablespoons raw honey (vegans, use maple syrup or coconut nectar) -2 tablespoons melted coconut oil -2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice -1/2 teaspoon...

INGREDIENTS 3 Medium oranges prepared according to illustrations below to make 1 1/2 cups 3 tablespoons Lime juice from 2 to 3 limes 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin 4 tablespoons raw coconut oil ( optional) 1 Medium jicama (about 1 pound), peeled...

Although my beautiful husband and vegan chef will be working Valentines at ION to prepare delicious & sublime food for all you love birds, I will be at home perfecting my lentil stew which will keep me warm and satisfied until he gets out of work. This recipe...