Grain-Free Raw “Stir-Fry” with Parsnip Rice

Serves 4
Get a stir-fried taste without the “fry”. This mock Asian raw stir-fry replaces rice with pulsed parsnips. The addition of tahini and a little extra honey help to balance any bitter, raw flavors.
Nutrition Tip: Massaging fibrous or hearty vegetables breaks them down and “wilts” them slightly without cooking. This saves precious nutrients and enzymes, [...]

Steamed Beets with Miso, Mustard and Clove Dressing

Serves 4
A sweet and tangy dressing with a hint of clove enhances and enlivens the flavors of sweet steamed beets in this healthy side dish. It makes a showy presentation too, with the stark contrast in colors. For a raw version, grate or thinly slice the beets with a v-slicer and drizzle with the dressing.
Nutrition [...]

Cleansing Grapefruit Salad with Bananas and Coconut

Serves 2
A refreshing and tangy breakfast salad with sliced banana to balance the sour flavors of seasonal grapefruit. Serve with yogurt for protein. Also makes a healthy, not-too-sweet dessert.
Nutrition Tip: Late winter and spring is the time to kick-start fat metabolism and cleanse the body to prepare for season changes. According to Ayurvedic physician, [...]

Raw Jicama Salad with Curried Macadamia Dressing

Serves 4
Warming curry spices counter the clean crispness of jicama in this simple, flavorful, all-season salad. The sweet, tropical taste of macadamia nuts and coconut water bring it all together. Served with an edible green sprout garnish.
Cooking Tip: Jicama (HIH-kuh-ma) is a sweet, watery root native to Mexico. Its crisp, refreshing taste is  reminiscent of [...]

Honey-Kissed Fennel and Orange Salad with Candied Almonds

Serves 2-4
Lemon, orange and fennel give this refreshing salad a tangy hit, while raisins and honey balance the act with their delightful sweetness. Candied almonds bring it over the top. Makes a perfect dinner party salad or appetizer. Some of the honey can be replaced with liquid stevia, if desired.

Cooking Tip: Ever wonder how to [...]

Maple and Lemon Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Serves 4
An easy sweet and sour side highlighting browned Brussels sprouts and toasted cashews. Sauteed garlic adds a pungent note. Brussels sprouts are in the cruciferae family, making them some of the best cancer- and disease-fighters on Earth.

Cooking Tip: Steaming is a great way to retain nutrition and flavor to many foods. I use a [...]

Wilted Spinach Salad with Curried Dressing and Spiced Walnuts

Serves 4
This curried dressing warms the body in the winter months. Pungent spices are rounded with honey, fresh apples and candied nuts.
NUTS
3/4 cup walnut or pecan halves
Pinch each: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger
Dash salt
1 tablespoon maple syrup
DRESSING
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon garam masala spice blend
Pinch salt
SALAD
1 tablespoon olive [...]

Red Leaf with Shaved Persimmon and Pomegranate-Balsamic Vinaigrette and Glaze

Serves 4

A festive salad highlighting seasonal Fuyu persimmons for a showy presentation and a taste of sweetness. Add richness and elegance with the optional pomegranate-balsamic glaze.
Cooking Tip: There are two basic types of persimmons. One is the hayicha (almond shaped) which needs to be very soft and ripe in order to enjoy. Hayichas [...]

Carrot, Parsnip and Cranberry Salad with Tahini-Ginger Sauce

Serves 4-6
A colorful salad for any autumn or holiday spread. Ginger and tahini add depth of flavor to an otherwise simple salad.
SAUCE
1/4 cup tahini (sesame butter)
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2-inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced
1-3 drops liquid stevia extract or 1 teaspoon honey
Pinch salt
SALAD
3 medium carrots, grated
1 medium parsnip, grated
2 green onions, sliced into [...]

Massaged Kale with Apple, Pine Nuts and Creamy Tahini Dressing

Serves 2
Soft, creamy kale with a crunch of apple and toasty pine nuts makes a perfect accompaniment to any meal. Tahini adds a touch of ethnic flair. Don’t worry… you don’t need to be a licensed massage therapist to make this fabulous raw salad.
Cooking Tip: Eating vegetables raw is one of the best ways [...]

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