28 Raw Vegan Recipes For *All* The Nutrients You’re Craving Right Now (2024)

If you're eating vegan, don't be shy to try all kinds of raw vegan recipes. Some fruits and veggies actually lose their nutrients if they are cooked, so when you're eating them as-is, you maximize on vitamins, minerals, protein, fat and carbs.

These delicious recipes are raw, vegan, and include foods like pasta and brownies, so that you aren't resigned to eating only salads for the rest of your life (even though these winter salads are uh-maze-ing). Keep reading for recipes you'll definitely want to add to your meal plan.

Vegan Avocado Bars

If you are craving brownies on a raw food diet, these creamy avocado-cacao bars are sure to help you get your fix. (via Brit + Co.)

Raw Vegan Coconut Cheesecake Bites

These coconut cheesecake bites are decadent, so you can portion control with these little bites. (via Brit + Co.)

Raw Vegan Blue Majik Nice Cream Bowls

For a raw take on ice cream, blend frozen bananas with Blue Majik powder (a nutrient dense powder derived from spirulina). Your taste buds will be in for a vibrant surprise. (via Brit + Co.)

Two-Ingredient Banana Nice Cream

For those days when you’re desperate for dessert but don’t have the patience to make something elaborate, whip up a helping of two-ingredient vegan banana ice cream. (via Brit + Co.)

Raw Beet Ravioli With Vegan Cashew Cheese

These look like they belong out of a Michelin-starred restaurant, but the trick to homemade, raw beet ravioli is simpler than you think. (via Pickles & Honey)

Creamy Cucumber Gazpacho

Creamy soups aren’t out of the raw equation, as demonstrated by this recipe. Don’t toast the pine nuts in the topping to keep this recipe 100% raw. (via Full of Plants)

Raw, Vegan Caprese Salad

Learn how to make raw cashew-based mozzarella for a simple, diet-compliant Caprese salad. (via Green Evi)

Spicy Thai Salad

We’re used to salad, but this creamy avocado-herb dressing is a revelation. (via The Full Helping)

Raw Zucchini Roll-Ups

Though these green snacks can be consumed solo, they make one righteous party app. (via Green Evi)

Easy Recipe for Raw Vegan Carrot Cake

You’ll start making up reasons to celebrate after your first bit of raw vegan carrot cake. Top it with a layer of fluffy vegan cream cheese frosting. (via Minimalist Baker)

Spicy Strawberry Mango Salsa

You'll find a bit of culinary magic, where spicy meets sweet. (via The Edgy Veg)

Raw Vegan Banana Pecan Paletas

If you’re craving something cold and creamy, you can sate your sweet tooth with one of these three-ingredient banana pecan paletas. They’re refined-sugar-free and receive sweetness from the bananas themselves. (via Dora’s Table)

Lasagna Raw VeganMeal

On the savory side, raw vegan food doesn’t just mean salads. Lasagna made with ribbons of zucchini instead of noodles and filled with a variety of sauces is just as worthy of adoration as the traditional baked version. (via Green Evi)

Carrot and Zucchini Pasta with Avocado-Cucumber Sauce

The recipe name says it all. Make this when you need pasta, stat. (via Downshiftology)

Raw Key Lime Pie

This won’t taste much different from the original version. The creamy coconut-avocado filling is an utter delight. (via Hello Veggie)

Vegan Broccoli Salad

Don't sacrifice any flavor when eating raw vegan foods. This recipe makes sure to infuse tons of fun, savory tastes! (via Crowded Kitchen)

“Raw”maine Taco Boats

Taco Tuesdays won’t be a thing of the past. Eat the colors of the rainbow with these assembled beauties. (via Minimalist Baker)

Raw Vegan Fruit Cake

Think of this raw vegan fruit cake as the most loaded-with-goodness granola bar ever. A mix of dried fruits and nuts give it an irresistibly crunchy, chew texture, with a sweet flavor that’s like a celebration on your tongue. (via A Virtual Vegan)

Creamy Beet Detox Soup

Avocado is the secret ingredient to make this soup silky. (via Hello Glow)

Vegan "Crab" Melts

Hearts of palm take the place of crab in this raw vegan recipe that's perfect for lunch or brunch. (via This Wife Cooks)

Black Bottom Raw Cheesecake

When your need for chocolate becomes unbearable, try your hand at a silky raw, vegan cheesecake with a decadent chocolate crust. (via Connoisseurus Veg)

Fresh Summer Salad with Arugula, Corn, + Spicy Cashew Dressing

Happily crunch away on this delicious raw vegan salad recipe! Finishing it off with the spicy dressing is supreme. (via The First Mess)

Raw Vegan Pad Thai Recipe

This lovely dish can be meal-prepped in mason jars so you can keep up with your raw diet even on busy weekdays. (via Fit Living Eats)

Raw Pecan Sandies

Yep, you can even have cookies. It’s as easy as adding the ingredients to the food processor, rolling the mixture into balls, and topping with pecan halves. (via The Full Helping)

Raw Southwest Zoodle Bowl

Come for the colors, stay for the flavorful nutrients. (via Chef Bai)

Spiralized Raw Beet Salad with Blood Oranges

Beets and blood oranges combine for a salad that let’s you get your sweet fix healthfully. (via Salt & Lavender)

Raw Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffles

Decadent and rich Mexican hot chocolate truffles will ensure you don’t reach for sugar-laden bonbons instead. (via Hummusapien)

Raw Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles

Pesto zoodles make a quick meal when hanger strikes. Thank goodness for that. (via Simply Quinoa)

What raw vegan recipes have you been making recently? Let us know in the comments and follow us on Pinterest for more recipes.

This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

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FAQs

How do you get full on a raw vegan diet? ›

Followers tend to fill up mostly on fruit, with moderate portions of vegetables, and consume only small amounts of plant foods rich in protein and healthy fats, such as avocado, nuts and seeds. This works well for some, while others find that they require more protein and fat to feel satiated after meals.

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How can I be healthy on a raw vegan diet? ›

To follow the raw food diet, ensure at least 75% of your food is raw. Most raw food diets are made primarily of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Grains and legumes are often permitted but usually need to be soaked or sprouted before eating.

What is a vegan who only eats raw and slightly cooked plant food? ›

Raw veganism has rarely been practised in history, but it became a fad in the 21st century. A raw vegan diet consists of unprocessed, raw plant foods that have not been heated above 40–49 °C (104–120 °F). Typical foods included in raw food diets are fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouted grains and legumes.

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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.

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Is oatmeal raw vegan? ›

Steel-cut rolled oats, soaked in liquid (preferably distilled water, but fruit juices or milks from nuts or seeds are also allowed) are permissible, on the raw vegan diet.

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.

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How fast do you lose weight on raw vegan diet? ›

Vegan diet to lose weight

Studies have shown that a vegan diet can reduce your weight by an average of 5.6 pounds in 18 weeks, or less or more than a third of a pound per week! In theory, you can lose up to 63 pounds in a year. However, the amount you lose depends on several factors.

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How do raw vegans get enough protein? ›

Start your day with raw vegan oatmeal and top it off with hemp seeds, flax meal, or just a handful of nuts. If you have enough time to plan in advance, try a batch of homemade sunflower and flax bread, topped off with homemade nut butter, or protein balls.

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Is hummus raw vegan? ›

I like using celery, snow peas and red bell peppers for their crunch and color. Yum! This homemade raw hummus recipe is vegetarian, vegan, suitable for a raw food diet, and gluten-free.

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Is raw vegan anti inflammatory? ›

Along with colorful fruits and vegetables, healthy fats such as avocado, nuts and olive oil, and plenty of whole grains, the plant based diet has powerful anti-inflammatory effects.

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What is a super vegan? ›

Super vegans are committed to a plant based diet and look for products certified by The Vegan Society, Cruelty Free International and other reputable organisations. There are multiple benefits of veganism but most people are attracted to the impact it has on farmed animals and fish.

Can you eat canned beans on a raw food diet? ›

Avoid foods that have been “roasted” or “baked” as these are not raw. Canned foods are also not raw. On a traditional diet, whole grains and legumes are usually cooked, but they can be compliant on a raw diet if they are soaked or sprouted.

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What are the best vegetables to eat raw? ›

10 vegetables that can be eaten raw (and how to eat them properly)

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Zucchini Zucchini can be spiralized or thinly sliced to add to salads or enjoyed as zucchini sticks with dips. ...
Tips to know. Make sure you are not allergic to consuming raw vegetables.

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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!

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What are examples of raw food? ›

Raw foods include some cheeses, eggs, fish, fresh herbs, fruits, meats, nuts, fresh spices, seaweeds, seeds, sprouts, vegetables and yogurt.

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What do raw vegans eat for protein? ›

The following healthful, plant-based foods have a high-protein content per serving:

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