05 May Three Delicious Raw Vegan Breakfast Recipes

If you thought a raw vegan diet would be difficult to follow, think again. By eating a raw cereal for breakfast and a salad for lunch, you can ensure your diet is at least 70% raw, and start reaping all the health benefits that go with it. To get you inspired, here’s a look at three delicious raw breakfast recipes your family will love – made with natural, unprocessed ingredients and packed with energising goodness.

1. Raw Buckwheat, Apple & Walnut Porridge

This is a sweet and spicy raw cereal that’s so easy to make – no dehydrator required.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Cup raw hulled buckwheat, soaked overnight & drained
• 1 Cup raw walnuts, soaked overnight & drained
• 2 Green apples, cored
• Juice of 1 orange
• ½ Tsp ground cardamom
• ½ Tsp vanilla powder

METHOD

• Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth
• Top with pomegranate arils, cacao nibs and coconut flakes
• Keeps for 3-4 days in the fridge
• Makes 4 servings

2. Raw Vegan Chia Seed Vanilla Pudding

Pudding for breakfast? You bet! This is a delicious and creamy raw breakfast recipe packed with the wholesome power of chia seeds.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Tbsp chia seeds
• ½ Cup almond milk, chilled
• 2 Tsp vanilla extract
• 6 Medium strawberries

METHOD

• Blend the strawberries, almond milk and vanilla in a food processor until smooth
• Pour the mixture over the chia seeds and stir well
• Leave the mixture to sit for 2 minutes and stir again
• Cover the pudding and leave to sit for another 20 minutes; do not refrigerate
• Serve once the pudding has become thick and creamy
• Makes 2 – 3 servings

3. Raw Buckwheat & Mixed Seed Granola

Serve with fresh fruit and almond milk – a delicious, nutrient-packed raw breakfast to start your day!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Cup raw buckwheat, soaked overnight & dehydrated
• 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1/3 Cup sunflower seeds
• 1/3 Cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/3 Cup raisins
• 1/3 Cup dried, chopped apples
• 1/3 Cup maple syrup (or agave)
• 1 Tbsp coconut or flax oil
• 2 Tbsp water
• 1 Tsp cinnamon
• Dash of nutmeg
• Pinch of salt

METHOD

• Mix all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl
• Whisk together the maple syrup, water, coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt
• Pour the mixture over dry ingredients and mix them well with your hands
• Add an extra tsp of maple syrup, or 2 drops of stevia if you want a sweeter mixture
• Dehydrate at 115° for about 10-12 hours, or until granola is sticky but firm
• Keep refrigerated to help maintain crunch and texture
• Makes 3 – 4 servings

Check out this blog post to learn more about the benefits of a raw food diet.