Raw, vegan hor d’oeurvres

A while back a client of mine read my post on turmeric, and emailed me this recipe found on Rawmazing.  I filed it away in my extensive recipes library as I knew it was a special one for a special occasion.  I love how it is dairy-free and packed full of my favorite spice: turmeric.

So, if you are entertaining tonite or wondering what you can bring to this evening’s NYE house party, consider this – because what better way to ring in the next decade than with healthy snacks?

Turmeric Veggie Dip and Appetizer

• 1 C Soaked Cashews
• 1 C Young Coconut Flesh (1 – 2 young coconuts)
• 1/4 Coconut Water (from young coconut)
• 2 T Olive Oil
• 1 Clove Garlic
• 2 t.  Turmeric
• 1 t. Ginger
• 2 T Agave
• 1 Sliced Cucumber
• Optional: other dipping veggies (celery, carrots, etc)

Place all ingredients in food processor and process until smooth. This will take a bit and you will need to stop and scrape down the sides occasionally. Slice Cucumber and pipe the dip onto rounds. Alternatively, cut up veggies and use as a dip.

* Sometimes its hard to find young coconut – I think this recipe will work with a substitute of something else….maybe zucchini?

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