I must say we have a pretty cool raw, vegan community in the greater Triangle area of NC. Last night we had a snack potluck and watched Supercharge Me. The documentary was great but the conversation and fellowship with others on the raw journey was the best part. Whether you've been raw for 2 decades, 2 years, 2 months or 2 days we all face challenges and triumphs in our quest for optimal health. I am always surprised at the paths that brought people to raw and the different approaches people take on their journey.
So, on to the good stuff.....recipe! I whipped up this little hors d'oeuvre to contribute to the potluck. Basically, I took a zucchini and cut it to make rounds. Then I took a basic nut cheese recipe (see below) and added in about a quarter cup of fresh basil and 4 chopped sundried tomatoes:
1 ½ cups raw cashews
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
½ teaspoon sea salt
Process in food processor
On top of the zucchini I put small piece of argula or a small piece of cilantro, a dollop of cheese and then topped with half a cherry tomato. And yes, they were a hit! Nary a left over made it home.......
