30 Raw Vegan Recipes - The Plant Based School (2024)

Eating raw food can be easy and satisfying – especially if you’re making recipes that are light,satiating,andprotein-rich. Discover the 30 best raw vegan recipes from around the internet – they will satisfy any craving, vegans and non-vegans alike.

This list includeshealthy, quick, wholesome, and easy-to-prepare raw vegan meals – everything you need to make a light plant-based lunch or dinner.

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This list also includes a selection of raw meals with high-protein content, some are low in carbs, and some are highcarb recipes. If you wanna try eating unprocessed vegan, these homemaderaw vegan meals and sweetswill nourish and energize you.

1. Kale salad

We start this raw vegan list with a quick and beginnerfriendly meal: kale saladwhich is an easy and nutritious dish. Make it in just15 minuteswith simple, fresh ingredients and a refreshinglemon vinaigrette.

Get the recipe here

2. Tomato cucumber salad

Thistomato cucumber onion saladis a crunchy, refreshing, simple dish that you can enjoy as a starter or as a side dish. Pick your favorite tomatoes, a crunchy cucumber, and sweet red onion. Serve it as a raw vegan lunch sprinkled with seeds, almonds, or pepitas.

Get the recipe here

3. Shaved Brussel sprouts salad

Our shaved Brussels sprout salad is easy to make with just3 ingredients for the salad, and4 for a delicious lemon-mustard dressing.

Get the recipe here

4. Fennel orange salad

Fennel and orange salad is acrunchy, fresh, and light saladto be served as a side dish or as a starter. The main ingredients are fennel and oranges, but you can add pomegranate seeds or black olives to make it even more delicious.

Get the recipe here

5. Zucchini salad

Fresh, bright, vibrant, and crunchy, thiszucchini saladis the ultimate summer salad. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, and as a side dish forfamily dinners.

Get the recipe here

6. Guacamole

The easiest, most amazing guacamole recipe that takes only minutes to make. Made with avocado, lime juice, and salt.

Get the recipe here

7. Sundried tomato pesto

Oursun-dried tomato pestois a quick, yet delicious recipe for a rich, nutty, flavourful pesto that you can use as a spread, dip, or condiment for a quick zucchini noodles dish.

Get the recipe here

8. Raw vegan veggie burger

No dehydration is needed with this easy and healthy raw vegan veggie burger. Walnuts, sunflower seeds, and bell pepper make some of the ingredients in this wholesome plant burger, YUM.

Get the recipe @rawfoodrevive

9. Raw pasta puttanesca

Spiralized zucchini and a delightful macadamia parmesan come together in this beautiful raw vegan pasta dish. A simple recipe that is packed with natural flavor.

Get the recipe @therawchef

10. Raw vegan lasagne

A beautiful and satiating meal with plenty of texture and flavor in this raw vegan lasagne. Indulgent and super guest-friendly, you need to try this colorful lasagne

Get the recipe @greenevi

11. Raw falafel wraps

Zucchini, sunflower seeds, and collard greens come together in these scrumptious falafel wraps. We’re big fans of this colorful and vibrant meal that is perfect as a light lunch.

Get the recipe @rachelcarr (Plantcraft)

12. Vegan cucumber and avocado soup

A vibrant and chilled cucumber and avocado soup that is gluten-free, raw and so simple to make. This is definitely a must-eat in the summer months.

Get the recipe @picklesnhoney

13. Raw vegan power zucchini with alfredo sauce

Ashley made an unbelievable dish with zucchini pasta and a hemp seed alfredo sauce, and we’re intrigued. Only 20-mins prep time and healthy omega-3 fats make this meal super appealing and nourishing too.

Get the recipe @blissfulbasil

14. Raw vegan tacos with corn salsa

Raw and vegan tacos? No problem with these corn salsa and cashew sour cream stuffed tacos. Laura’s recipe takes only 30 mins to prep and is a vibrant and protein-rich meal, definitely worth a try.

Get the recipe @thefirstmess

15. Tomato cucumber sandwich on onion and cornbread

Raw vegan sandwich with crunchy veggies and a homemade olive and kale tapenade. With healthy proteins and omega-3 fats from seeds, this is such a nourishing and healthy meal, we’re fans!

Get the recipe @thisrawsomeveganlife

16. Quick raw vegan curry

A perfectly easy and raw vegan meal with just 9 ingredients. This 10-minute raw vegan curry over zucchini noodles is a wonderfully healthy and creamy lunch that we can’t wait to devour.

Get the recipe @thefitchen

17. Raw vegan cashew mozzarella

Another favorite of ours is this raw vegan cashew mozzarella that Evi put together in just 15 minutes. It comes out thick, sliceable, and remarkably close to its Italian original, a definite must-try!

Get the recipe @greenevi

18. Raw vegan coffee cupcakes

Wow, these coffee cupcakes are perfect for summer, endlessly creamy and just beautiful. Kat from the loopy whisk really outdid herself with these coffee-filled delights.

Get the recipe @theloopywhisk

19. Raw vegan carrot cake with frosting

This wonderful vegan carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is a delight. Raisins and dates are used as natural sweeteners and help make this cake an indulgent but healthy treat.

Get the recipe @minimalistbaker

20. Almond cacao cookies

These raw almond cacao cookies with salted caramel and dates are fantastic. It’s a bite sized snack and dessert and a good alternative to store-bought granola bars.

Get the recipe @thisrawsomeveganlife

21. No bake caramel slice

Three delicious layers in these caramel slices make them a perfect, dessert, snack or breakfast. Healthy ingredients such as dates, nuts and maple syrup make these caramel treats a natural and nutritious sweet.

Get the recipe @becomingness

22. Gluten-free raw raspberry bars

Raspberries, oats and blueberries come together in this summer-friendly and festive snack. These gluten-free raspberry bars are fun and delightful to eat, definitely worth a try.

Get the recipe @petiteallergytreats

23. No bake turtle brownies

Calling all chocolate-lovers, here’s a soft and chewy dessert with dates, pecans and chocolate chips. A perfect sweet treat and it’s naturally sweetened.

Get the recipe @purelykaylie

24. No-bake vegan blueberry cheesecake

Free from refined sugars and with wholesome ingredients, this no-bake cheesecake is a refreshing dessert. It slices perfectly and it’s a highly guest-friendly cake.

Get the recipe @delicious-plants

25. Homemade chocolate truffles

This recipe is100% glutenfree, raw and vegan, and is truly delicious. The truffles are sweet, soft, chocolatey, and with a bit of crunch.

Get the recipe here

26. Easy tomato salad

We combine the tomatoes withthinly sliced onionandbasil, then season them with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This makes asummer salad with tomatoesthat’stasty,nourishing, and the perfect side dish for most meals.

Get the recipe here

27. Avocado salad

Creamy avocado, ripe and juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, and fresh parsleymeld together to perfectionto create atasty, nutritious, and fulfilling summer salad.

Get the recipe here

28. Easy avocado spread

Learn how to make thecreamiest,most delicious avocado spreadto eat in sandwiches and on raw toast orserve as a dipwith veggie sticks.

Get the recipe here

29. Shirazi salad

Salad-e Shirazi is an easy recipe with a few simple ingredients and auniquely minty flavor.You can serve it as atasty appetizer or side dish.

Get the recipe here

30. Carrot salad

Ourraw carrot salad recipeis inspired by aclassic French carrot salad(carottes râpées). We make it with crunchy rawshredded carrots, or grated carrots, and asimple mustard vinaigrette.

Get the recipe here

More vegan salads and healthy meals:

Try these bright and easy salads and veggie ideas for a colorful and fiberrich meal:

  • 25 best vegan salads
  • 40 vegetable sides for any main
  • 30 best vegan mushroom recipes
  • 35 best plant-based beginner recipes

Important note about a raw vegan diet

Although the benefits of following a strict raw vegan diet may include weight loss and general health benefits, please always consult a doctor before starting a new diet. Note that if you follow a diet solely with raw vegan meals, there may be risks involved, such as low consumption of calcium, vitamin d, and other health risks too.

How to store raw vegan recipes

Store these meals in air-tight containers in the fridge. Eat within 2-3 days of making them, but they are best and freshest on the day of preparing them

If you made any of these raw vegan recipes, leave us a star rating and a comment below. Feedback really helps us improve our content and help other people too.

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Author: Nico Pallotta

Feeling like a fresh, healthy and light vegan meal? We've got you covered with these 30 Raw Vegan Recipes that will satisfy your cravings and feed you a wholesome plant-based meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course raw

Cuisine American Italian

Servings 4 people

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pick your favorite raw recipe from the list, try something new
  • Read the recipe for ingredients required
  • Make your new raw vegan recipe!

Instructions

  • How to store: Most of these meals can keep for2-3 days in the fridge, if stored in an air-tight container.

  • NOTE: It is important to limit airflow to the meals in order to preserve their freshness.

Video Recipe

Fennel Orange Salad is a perfect autumn salad

Notes

STORAGE:Store these meals in air-tight containers in the fridge. Eat within 2-3 days of making them, but they are best and freshest on the day of preparing them.

A note about raw vegan diet: Although the benefits of following a strict raw vegan diet may include weight loss and general health benefits, please always consult a doctor before starting a new diet. Note that if you follow a diet solely with raw vegan meals, there may be risks involved, such as low consumption of calcium, vitamin d, and other health risks too.

Nutritional Values

Nutrition Facts

Best Raw Vegan Recipes

Serving Size

150 g

Amount per Serving

Calories

350

% Daily Value*

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

Can raw vegans drink alcohol? ›

The subject of alcohol for raw vegans is an interesting and controversial one. For me - wine is totally acceptable, especially red wine. We get ours from a local U-Brew. Also, sake is raw and quite tasty!

Can raw vegans eat rice? ›

The raw vegan diet permits whole grains, such as quinoa, buckwheat, and wild rice, if they are sprouted or germinated.

What is the 28 day vegan challenge? ›

“Hansen's 28-day plan is a thoughtfully crafted diet and exercise regimen for those starting a plant-based diet. Hansen explains the logistics behind weight loss or weight gain, and what to expect from one's body when it transitions to performing on plant-based fuel.

Can raw vegan drink coffee? ›

Yes. Black Coffee will, inevitably, be your best option if you're vegan. Less so, admittedly, if you're a raw vegan, however, seeing as it's most commonly served hot. What's more, whether you're choosing Black Coffee, Cold Brew Coffee, Iced Coffee or any other variety, the beans must still be roasted.

Can raw vegan be bad for you? ›

It may not be nutritionally adequate in the long-term

Studies have shown that raw vegan diets tend to be low in vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin D.

Is peanut butter raw vegan? ›

Yes, peanut butter is also vegan. But sometimes, some types will add honey, which makes it not vegan. But this is pretty rare.

Can I lose weight going raw vegan? ›

The raw vegan diet can be an effective way to lose weight while also providing a wide range of health benefits. However, it is important to be aware of the potential side effects and to plan your meals carefully to ensure that you are getting enough nutrients.

What does a raw vegan eat for breakfast? ›

Raw Vegan Breakfast Recipes
  • Mango Pineapple Smoothie.
  • Apple Spinach Smoothie.
  • Raw Buckwheat Porridge.
  • Blackberry Parfait.
  • Cashew Yogurt Recipe.
  • Homemade Muesli with Orange & Pomegranate.
  • Raw Buckwheat Breakfast with Apple & Raspberries.
  • Peach Melba Overnight Oats.

Is almond milk considered raw? ›

Is almond milk raw? Yes it is, if you make it yourself using almonds that are raw. Store-bought almond milk is generally not raw, as it is usually pasteurised before being bottled.

Do raw vegans eat potatoes? ›

By necessity, you're likely to eliminate foods that can't be eaten raw – including some healthy grains and legumes (although some can be eaten sprouted) and potatoes, inedible in their raw state. Fruit like rhubarb and quince would be off the menu too.

Why don't raw vegans eat potatoes? ›

Lectins are known as an "antinutrient" because they can potentially inhibit the absorption of essential nutrients like calcium and iron. Eating too much lectin at one time from foods like raw potatoes or uncooked grains could lead to nausea, upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea.

What is the dirty vegan trend? ›

In essence, dirty vegans are vegans looking for comfort food with a vegan twist: things like cauliflower fried chicken, dairy-free ice cream, and plant-based hamburgers. They are trying to make ribs out of seitan and buffalo wings out of eggplant or zucchini.

What is the 80 20 vegan diet? ›

Tom Brady said he follows the 80/20 rule, meaning 80% of his plate is plant based and 20% is meat. This is one of Brady's lifestyle habits that have allowed him to play in the NFL at the age of 44. Nutritionists say that following the 80/20 rule might be even healthier than being fully vegan.

How to go 100% vegan? ›

You could start by removing meat or dairy one day a week and go from there. Or you could try changing one meal at a time, having vegan breakfasts during your first week, adding a vegan lunch during week two and so on.

What can you drink as a raw vegan? ›

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What alcohol can vegans have? ›

Fortunately for all you G&T lovers, nearly every type of spirit and liqueur — vodka, gin, whisky, rum etc — is vegan! This comes down to the production process. Spirits are distilled by taking a grain or sugar and fermenting it to make alcohol.

What can you drink on a raw diet? ›

Aside from water, several other drinks are permitted on a raw diet.
  • Barley grass juice.
  • Raw vegetable or fruit juice.
  • Young coconut water.
  • Wheatgrass juice.
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What alcohol is raw? ›

Any beverage alcohol that is a Class I flammable liquid and that is stored, handled or used prior to distilling it at a distillery. Raw alcohol is typically transported in intermediate bulk containers.

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