Bowl of spiralized raw zucchini noodles with creamy avocado dressing
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Rawesome Zucchini Salad

When making this salad, I try to just make just enough dressing for the amount of zucchini “noodles” I sprialize. Because the dressing has avocado, which oxidizes very easily, it may only stay fres...
Live tacos in raw corn tortillas with sunflower seed taco meat, salsa fresca and avocado
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Live Tacos

Sunflower seeds have a mild, nutty taste, and can be a great canvas for all sorts of different flavor profiles. They are also a fantastic source of Vitamin E, magnesium and selenium.
Glass of Spring Green Juice made with Granny Smith apple, fennel, cucumber and celery
Beverages

Spring Green Juice

Chef Rich says, “I really love using fennel in different cooked and raw dishes, but had never tried it in juice until now. The subtle, fragrant anise notes that the fennel gives the juice are abso...
Tempeh lettuce wraps with fermented black beans
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Tempeh Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps are always one of my favorite things to order at Asian restaurants that have a vegetarian version on the menu. The crisp, refreshing lettuce is such a great vessel for the savory, spi...
Bowl of sesame pickled cucumber, thin cucumber half-moons with black sesame seeds
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Sesame Pickled Cucumber

1 large English cucumber, peeled and sliced into thin half-moons 3 T. rice vinegar 1 T. Ume plum vinegar (optional) 1-2 T. agave nectar ¼ tsp. sea salt, or to taste 1-2 T. toasted black sesame seed...
Glass of mango pineapple milkshake blended with coconut milk
Beverages

Mango Pineapple Milkshake

Dubbed “king of the fruits,” mango has become one of the most popular fruits in the world—combining rich nutrition and a unique flavor. Mangos are said to aid in weight loss, digestion, and alkaliz...
Bowl of creamy raw cauliflower curry
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Live Cauliflower Curry

We have been serving a cooked Cauliflower Curry at the Health Retreat for years now, and it’s become a huge favorite on our menus.
Bowl of watermelon summer gazpacho with tomato, cucumber and red bell pepper
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Watermelon Summer Gazpacho

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, so it’s the perfect time to get your hydration levels up with watermelon!
Bowl of Moroccan Chickpea Stew with chickpeas, tomatoes, carrot and butternut squash
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Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Regardless of the season, there’s always the perfect moment to eat a hearty stew, whether you’re home on a chilly night or want a filling lunch mid-day.
Barbeque tempeh sandwich on toasted whole grain bread with cabbage slaw and dill pickle
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Barbeque Tempeh Sandwich

My barbeque sauce is smoky, spicy and sweet, and it contrasts perfectly with the creamy, tangy slaw and the sour crunch of the dill pickle. Who said you can't have BBQ on a plant-based diet?!
Bowl of sesame kelp noodles with Napa cabbage, bell pepper, carrot and almond butter sauce
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Sesame Kelp Noodles

Sesame Kelp Noodles are a breeze to make since there's no cooking involved! That also means it’s mostly raw and, therefore, excellent for your health.
Sublime summer rolls filled with carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, avocado and kelp noodles
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Sublime Summer Rolls

Serves 7 This recipe is gluten free Ingredients 2 Portobello mushroom caps, thinly sliced 1 small carrot, julienned ½ of a red bell pepper, julienned ½ of a cucumber, julienned 1 avocado, thin...
Raw gluten-free Live Lasagna
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Live Lasagna

A satiating Italian dish seems like something you’d save for an indulgent “cheat” day, but that certainly doesn’t have to be the case!
Glass of Can’t Stop the Beet Juice made with carrot, beet, apple and celery
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Can’t Stop the Beet Juice

Serves 2 This recipe is gluten-free This recipe is gluten free 3 large carrots 1 medium to large beet 1 Granny Smith apple, cored 3 celery stalks ½ of a lemon, peeled Small bunch of parsley or c...
Bowl of Mexicali black beans with poblano pepper, onion and garlic
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Mexicali Black Beans

  Serves 4 This recipe is gluten free In a deep sauté pan or medium-sized pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and poblanos, and sauté for about 5 min. Add in beans, honey and ...
Bowl of miso tahini dip made with tahini, white miso, lemon and parsley
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Miso Tahini Dip

This recipe is gluten-free ½ cup tahini paste (recipe follows) 1 ½ T. white miso 1/3 cup water 2 ½ T. lemon juice 1 tsp. raw agave nectar 1 clove garlic ½ cup chopped parsley Pinch of sea salt Das...
Glass of Protein Power Smoothie blended with banana, blueberries, pineapple and spinach
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Protein Power Smoothie

This recipe is gluten-free 1 frozen banana ½ cup frozen pineapple ½ cup frozen blueberries 1 cup spinach 1 scoop Hallelujah Diet Essential Protein powder 1½ cups non-dairy milk
Bowl of Summer Quinoa Salad
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Summer Quinoa Salad

This recipe is gluten-free 2 cups uncooked quinoa, rinsed well 3 ½ cups veggie broth 1 red bell pepper, finely diced ½ cup red onion, finely chopped ¾ cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped 1-2 av...
Portobello BLT sandwich on whole grain bread with lettuce, tomato and mashed avocado
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Portobello BLT Sandwich

Equally satiating, dripping with flavorful goodness and bursting with nutrients, this hearty BLT alternative will keep your stomach and taste buds happy—not to mention the rest of your body!
Bowl of Gado Gado Salad with red cabbage, broccoli, carrot and spiralized zucchini
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Gado Gado Salad

One of the best things about raw, plant-based dishes is their versatility. Not only can you easily add your favorite fruits, veggies and spices to any recipe to satisfy your personal tastes, but yo...
Carob Coconut Bars made with pecans, dates, carob and shredded coconut
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Carob Coconut Bars

Featuring shredded coconut, this snack is packed with gut-friendly dietary fiber; iron to promote healthy circulation and tissues; and a dose of healthy fats!
Jalapeño cornbread muffins made with cornmeal and corn kernels
Breakfast

Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins

Makes 12 muffins. You can leave out the jalapeño if you wish. Helpful Hint: Gluten Free Version - Substitute Gluten Free Rice Flour for the Spelt Flour. Use Aluminum / Gluten Free Baking Powder
Bowl of veggie chili with kidney beans, peppers and corn, topped with cashew sour cream
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Veggie Chili with Cashew Sour Cream

This delightful chili features kidney beans, which are packed with protein, fiber, vitamin b9, magnesium, potassium and tons of damage-repairing antioxidants to help protect you from heart disease,...
Glass of pumpkin pie smoothie blended with pumpkin puree, banana, almond milk and cinnamon
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Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Now you can have pumpkin pie in a flash, any time you want! Here's an easy and tasty recipe both dinner guests and kids will love.
Orange Ambrosia
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Orange Ambrosia

This recipe was sent to us by Madeleine Sutherland who lives in Western Australia: Experience the heavenly delight of Orange Ambrosia, a tantalizing raw dessert that will transport you to a realm o...
Raw carrot cake with cashew cream cheese frosting, made with carrot, dates and walnuts
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Raw Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

This Carrot cake satisfies your sweet tooth in the healthiest way possible, and it's also fun to decorate. I could eat an entire bowl of the frosting!
Glass of hazelnut milk made from raw hazelnuts
Beverages

Hazelnut Milk

Pair this amazing, simple-to-make hazelnut milk with this week's Raw Carrot Cake recipe - a heavenly combo!
Bowl of summer melon salad with watermelon, cantaloupe, mint and lime
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Summer Melon Salad

There’s nothing better on a warm summer day than a cool, refreshing melon salad. 
Glass of iced green tea with ginger, mint and lemon
Beverages

Iced Ginger Mint Green Tea

Combining the nutrition and health benefits of ginger with the refreshing taste of green tea and mint, this drink is a perfect treat on a hot summer day.
Bowl of spinach pasta salad with brown rice pasta, sweet potato, red pepper and ranch dressing
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Spinach Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is a dish that we serve quit often at the Health Retreat, and is both a crowd and staff favorite. 
Raw peach cobbler
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Raw Peach Cobbler

This is a raw version that contains no added sugars. It’s full of living enzymes, and only sweetened with peaches and dates. It tastes indulgent, but is actually good for you!
Peach blueberry cheesecake with a cashew filling
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Peach Blueberry Cheesecake

Everything is just peachy this week.
Crunchy crisp kale chips coated in a cashew and nutritional yeast seasoning
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Crunchy Crisp Kale Chips

A crispy, flaky alternative to nacho chips that kids (and grown-ups) love!
Apple / Banana / Strawberry Smoothie
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Apple / Banana / Strawberry Smoothie

A classic Hallelujah smoothie!