Chips and snacking go hand in hand, dontcha think? Just because you are raw does NOT mean you have to give up salty, yummy chips! Raw chips come in all varieties, from yam to corn, zucchini to kale. And even seaweed! And they all taste oh, so good.

Psst: you DO need a dehydrator for these recipes!

Raw Corn Chips

These Raw Corn Chips are just a little moist & bendy, so they're perfect for dipping. Corn, yellow pepper, flax seed meal, cashews & seasonings combine to make a dee-lish snacking chip!

Serve with guacamole for a total flave sensation!

Raw Zucchini Chips

Somehow the humble zucchini transmogrifies into these scrumptious Raw Zucchini Chips! Just three ingredients: oil, salt and--you guessed it--zucchini!

These chips make for a nice, light snack.

Raw Yam Chips

If you like yams, you'll love Raw Yam Chips! Make a batch of these hearty chips and settle in for a movie. Doesn't get any better!

I do recommend a mandoline slicer for best results.

Raw Kale Chips

For a different taste sensation, try a batch of Raw Kale Chips. They can be addicting, so be forwarned!

If dehydrated really well, these chips keep nicely in ziploc bags. Handy for on-the-go snacking!

Raw Seaweed Crunchies

Well, okay, these Raw Seaweed Crunchies are not officially chips, but they're salty & crispy & tasty. Just what you want in a savory snack, right?

These crunchies pack a flavor punch so a little go a long way. And they store well, so it's a win-win!

Get Snackin'!

Pull out your dehydrator and give one of these raw chip recipes a shot! You will be super surprised at how good they are. In fact, the only problem is that they disappear too fast, so you'll be forced into making another batch, and yet another...

Easter is edging closer (yay!), and Easter chocolate is one of my fave treats! Do you remember scarfing big chocolate bunnies and running around looking for those little foil-wrapped chocolate eggs? Well, just because you're raw doesn't mean you have to miss out on Easter goodies!

I present to you 5 delicious raw vegan recipes that feature, you guessed it, chocolate!

Raw chocolate truffles

Surprise and delight kids and adults alike with these Raw Chocolate Truffles. These delights are both chocolatey and nutty, and oh-so-good. And you can shape them like an egg if you're really creative!

Serve in Easter-themed foil cups for a more festive feel!

Raw chocolate fudge

For a creamy chocolate hit, try this Raw Chocolate Fudge for maximum taste impact. These little morsels are about as chocolatey as you can get!

Mold into little eggies, wrap in festive foil, and voila!

Raw chocolate cake

If you're making Easter supper and need a chocolatey dessert, this Raw Chocolate Cake fits the bill. Guaranteed to be the hit of the party! If you have a bunny-shaped cake pan, better yet!

Ice with Raw Chocolate Icing for maximum chocolate factor!

Raw white chocolate bars

For the white chocolate fans in your life, serve up a batch of Raw White Chocolate Bars and bask in the praise! I used to love those white chocolate Easter bunnies back in the day.

Arrange these lovelies with chocolate truffles or fudge on your favorite Easter serving tray for a festive feel!

Raw chocolate haystacks

Another Easter treat: Raw Chocolate Haystacks! Easy to make and oh so chocolatey-coconutty good! So they are perfect to whip up before your Easter gathering.

Wrap in Easter-themed foil and surprise your guests with these sweet Easter treats!

Simple & sweet

There you have it! This Easter, spoil your partner, kids, friends and family with a collection of raw vegan chocolatey Easter treats. And make sure the Easter Bunny leaves a little something special for you!

Maybe the statement “you are what you eat” is a little worn out. But, hey, that doesn’t make it any less true. Actually it is very true. Food is one of the main essentials in life that sustains us all. Whatever we take into our body becomes a part of us; therefore it “builds” us. So why eat raw? What exactly are the benefits of raw food?

Firstly, raw food is food that is uncooked, unheated, unprocessed, and most ideally organic. Secondly, there are numerous reasons why we should eat raw food, but I won’t overload you with jargon, so don’t worry. That's not my style! Simply put a raw food diet is the consumption of food in its original and natural state. And because the food has not been modified or chemically changed, all the nutrients and the enzymes are still intact. Now let’s list down the major benefits of raw food!

Get to eat live food

Yes, "live" food, as in "alive!" This is because raw food, like fruits and vegetables, naturally have live enzymes which are very sensitive to heat. Basically you are killing the enzymes or the life force when you cook food at temperatures above 118 degrees. These enzymes help break down the food you eat and also help your body to absorb the nutrients from the food.

Convenient

Most raw food recipes are very quick and easy to make so it’s actually time-saving, especially since you don’t have to spend your time standing and waiting in front of your stove or your oven. And because you don’t have to cook, you also save gas/electricity! Moreover, one of the convenient benefits of raw food recipes is that you don’t need to use too many kitchen tools or utensils! Certainly that’s a plus to those who don’t like washing the dishes. Generally, if you have a blender and a food processor (and optionally a dehydrator) you're good to go.

Better Digestion

Plant-based food have natural fiber and contain antioxidants. These fibrous raw foods help in digestion by cleaning your intestines and regulating your bowel movements. That means you don’t have to worry about constipation at all! Another benefit of raw food is the antioxidants. Our bodies have accumulated lots and lots of toxins over time because of the cooked food we have consumed in our lives. Because the enzymes have already been destroyed, nothing is aiding our body in the digestion of the food we eat. So our body takes more time to digest and all the toxins it could not eliminate build up. The antioxidants work to remove all these toxins that are slowly poisoning our bodies.

Extra Energy

One of the benefits of eating raw food that you will notice is that you will feel less tired and sleepy. You get to wake up in the morning ready to take on the day without that feeling of wanting to sleep in. With a proper raw food diet, it feels like you’re energized the entire day. One reason is because with a proper raw food diet, your body won’t have to use more energy and work harder at digesting the food that you eat. Protein that comes from plant-based foods are also much easier for your body to digest and absorb. And even when you’re full, you won’t feel heavy. You will also be able to sleep well because you won’t be constipated.

Sustained Weight Loss

You can eat substantially when you’re on a raw food diet. You will lose weight mainly because your body will get rid of all the toxins it has accumulated. Yet once you adapt to the raw food lifestyle, you won’t have to worry about storing toxins anymore because your body will regularly get rid of them everyday. A lot of fresh fruits and vegetables and other raw food are also low on calories but packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, so you will be able to sustain weight loss without going on a hunger strike! These weight loss benefits of raw food are actually healthy and natural.

There are still numerous other benefits of raw food and I could go on with the list. Eating raw organic food means avoiding more toxins and absorbing more nutrients. And nutrients are what we need to sustain life. The raw food diet is ideal because it doesn’t only benefit us in our health, but also our time, resources and environment. Therefore, if we are indeed what we eat, it’s better if we eat healthy!

Wondering what you could be chowing down on for a raw lunch? This sample lunch menu includes a few creamy, spicy and sweet recipes for you to choose from.

Get started with a bowl of raw spinach avocado soup. Then chow down on veggies or raw crackers dipped in scrumptious (chickpea-free!) raw hummus. Then the icing on the cake: raw chocolate mousse for dessert!

Raw Spinach Avocado Soup

This simple and creamy Raw Spinach Avocado Soup is delicious and super easy to whip up in your blender. Feel free to tweak the spices in this recipe.

For extra flave and texture, toss in some finely sliced spinach, shredded carrots, or chopped celery to your bowl of soup.  

Raw Chickpea-Free Hummus

For some garlicky love, check out this Raw Chickpea-Free Hummus recipe. I use zucchini instead of chickpeas - and voila! a perfect creamy dip or spread - yum!

This hummus is great for dipping raw veggies into, or for spreading on crackers.

Basic Raw Crackers

These Basic Raw Crackers are the perfect partners for your bowl of soup, or for slathering your favorite spread on.

I always keep a batch of these tasty crackers on hand for snacks and meals. Or you can sub your fave vegan cracker instead.

Raw Chocolate Mousse

To finish off your delish raw lunch, how 'bout a light fluffy Raw Chocolate Mousse? This recipe is oh-so-chocolatey good!

Avocados are the surprise ingredient in this recipe!

Say yes to raw lunch!

It's easy to skip lunch when you're too busy or tired or dare I say it... just not in the mood! But these options for a raw lunch are so simple and delicious and good for you! You'll feel better the rest of the day if you take the time to nourish your body, trust me.