7 Days Down - 7 to Go!

It's been one week since I started my raw trek! You guys are totally awesome and so supportive- thank you!!! I just had to laugh, though, when some asked me if I was finding enough to eat or was becoming peckish. hehe! Well, to tell the truth - it was slightly frustrating at first (so true!), but I think I'm in a groove now.

I really believe that it has a lot to do with perspective. If you're constantly thinking, "I can't have that" of course you're going to feel deprived! But, if you have specific goals and know WHY you're doing something it creates a drive that helps to stick it through.

Did you know they actually make raw desserts that you can buy?! These little guys (Laugh Giraffe Organics) are amazing - thanks Mom! 

Ok, so this next part - I have to share with you! I made this on Sunday for dinner and it was absolutely incredible and completely raw, too. :) 

You start by soaking 1 cup of raw cashews for at least 1 hr. This removes the protective covering the nut has (to keep it safe so it can grow) so your body can absorb the nutrients. 

The dressing is refreshingly delicious with a hint of lemon!  

Veggie mix:

spiralized zucchini noodles (click here on how to make - it's SO easy!)

4 large carrots, grated

sugar snap peas, cut into thirds (about 1 cup) 

baby tomatoes, halved (1-2 small plastic containers)

broccoli, tops of 1-2 crowns

Lemon sauce:

1 cup cashews, soaked

1/4 cup nutritional yeast 

agave, to taste (1-2 tsp)

1/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

3/4 cup water

Directions:

Wash and prepare all your veggies and throw them in a bowl while you prepare the sauce. For the sauce, rinse and drain the cashews. Toss everything in a food processor or powerful blender. Mix well! Taste and perfect seasonings and then drizzle over your fresh vegetables. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes and then enjoy!

{Recipe credit goes to Choosing Raw}

Putting some aside for lunch the next day. :) That's the great thing about making a healthy dinner - you can just make a little extra and save the leftovers for lunch. Takes little to no additional time and you're good to go!

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Do you normally make extra to have leftovers for lunch?

What have you been eating for lunches this week?

What's one fresh food prep tip that you know I could use? :)