40 Raw Vegan Recipes That Are Easy To Make

Imagine a meal prep that wasn’t followed by any cooking. That's what a raw vegan diet looks like. A raw vegan meal is void of much more than just animal products. It also gives up the heating process. To eat like a raw vegan, one must eat foods uncooked or exclusively heated below 118°F.

Sound kind of archaic? Maybe. But there's reasoning behind consuming foods in their purest form. "Eating things in the raw state helps to protect the nutrient contents," says Debbie Petitpain, MS, RDN, a media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. When some foods are cooked or boiled, they can often lose water-soluble nutrients, like vitamin C and potassium. Keeping heat to a minimum can help preserve them.

Aside from preserving nutrients, Petitpain also says that a raw vegan diet can encourage you to add more nutrients and veggies to your diet, which are full of fiber that can aid your satiety levels and digestive health.

On the other side, though, living completely on a raw vegan diet can bring its own set of issues, too. Eating raw forces you to exclude a lot of foods, and that can put you at risk of unhealthy weight loss that can often lead to other health issues, like menstrual cycle irregularity and vitamin deficiency. For example, vegans should be extra vigilant of getting enough vitamin B12, since it's a nutrient that's often found in foods excluded from a vegan diet, like fish, poultry, and eggs.

That doesn't mean you should quit on your raw vegan dishes completely, though. Incorporating them into a balanced diet regularly is a pretty great way to experiment with your veggie creativity and level up your intake. If you want to add a few dishes to your menu this week, here are 40 raw vegan recipes you and your dinner guests will love.

Avocado Caprese Salad

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So simple, so classic, and so good. This dairy-free alternative to your typical caprese salad replaces mozzarella cheese with creamy avocado slices, creating these tiny juicy bites.

Per one serving: 197 cal, 17 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 12 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 11 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 2 g protein

Key Lime Pie Smoothie

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This easy key lime pie smoothie recipe can be made vegan with just one substitution: Use maple syrup instead of honey as your sweetener. The creamy, decadent, dessert-like taste of this smoothie makes it the perfect pick-me-up for any day.

Per one serving: 242 cal, 23 g fat, (17 g saturated fat), 8 g carbs, 3 g sugar, 14 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 2 g protein

Healthy Popsicles

Popsicles scream summertime fun (but really any-time) to me. These popsicles are sweetened with fruit, instead of artificial sweeteners. Swap these out for your store-bought ones and trust your family will not notice the difference.

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Per one serving: 54 cal, 1 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 13 g carbs, 10 g sugar, 1 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 1 g protein

Banana Ice Cream

Healthy banana and peanut butter ice cream that can be made in five minutes?! Sign me up. Chef this up when you're craving a sweet snack after a long day.

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Per one serving: 302 cal, 12 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 47 g carbs, 29 g sugar, 85 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 6 g protein

Rainbow Pad Thai Zucchini Noodle Salad

This rainbow zucchini noodle salad recipe throws a veggie-filled twist on the classic pad Thai. Plus, it's pretty 'grammable too. Look at all those pretty colors.

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No Bake Protein Balls

This dish reminds me of my childhood days when I’d sneak a taste of cookie dough from my mother while helping her bake. Now with this recipe, I can enjoy my cookie dough without the risks of eating uncooked eggs.

For an added energy boost, this recipe adds in protein powder— but before throwing yours in, just make sure it's vegan.

Per one serving: 72 cal, 4 g fat, (1 g saturated fat), 5 g carbs, 3 g sugar, 42 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein

No Bake Blackberry Cheesecake

You won't need to deal with hot pans and ovens to make this decadent cheesecake. To prep it, just blend the ingredients, build your layers, and freeze it for 3-4 hours.

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Rainbow Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Mango Sauce

If you’re anything like me when it comes to spring rolls, it’s all about the dipping sauce, and luckily here's a recipe for both—colorful veggie springs rolls and a tasty sweet chili mango sauce full of flavor. Yum.

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Vegan Hemp Seed and Greens Smoothie

This green smoothie isn't only refreshing, but it offers a digestion reboot, thanks to the the hemp seeds and bananas you'll throw in. Hemp seeds are full of fiber to get things going along, and bananas contain prebiotics, which are essential for a healthy gut.

Per one serving: 229 cal, 11 g fat, (1 g saturated fat), 21 g carbs, 11 g sugar, 145 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 11 g protein

Crunchy Cashew Cabbage Salad with Toasted Sesame Dressing

This 10-minute dinner feels like a life hack. Not only is it quick and easy to make, but it's a sweet and crunch combo you'll definitely be craving from now on.

Grapefruit Smoothie with Berries and Mint

This berry and mint smoothie somehow strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart, and it throws in some mint to give it a refreshing boost. Sounds like the perfect drink to get your day going.

Per serving: 116 cal, 2 g fat, 24 g carbs, 15 g sugar, 164 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 2 g protein

Mojito Energy Balls

These mojito balls (yes, mojito balls) are the epitome of food that excites. They're designed to give you a boost of energy and a buzz, but the alcohol is optional.

Per serving: 145 cal, 7 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 18 g carbs, 12 g sugar, 27 mg sodium, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein

Vegan Jalapeno Popper Dip & Havarti Dip

This recipe comes with both a cooked or raw option, depending on your mood and preferences. It requires a bit of prep time (about 2 hours), but the final product is an appetizer guests will love, or one you can store in the fridge and enjoy by yourself for days.

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Per one serving: 199 cal, 13 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 14 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 556 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 7 g protein

Easy Vegan Broccoli Salad

Let’s talk lunch. This broccoli salad only takes minutes to prepare, making it an awesome option for a work week meal. Steaming the broccoli is completely optional, but make sure to add grapes, apples, and cranberries, since they will give the salad a sweet burst of flavor.

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Per one serving: 332 cal, 22 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 26 g carbs, 13 g sugar, 593 mg sodium, 4 g fiber, 7 g protein

Double Decker Black Bean and Corn Salad Tacos

Hard taco shells don't get the love they deserve, but this recipe gives it to them. Nisha Vora, the author of this black bean and corn salad taco recipe, recommends heating your taco shells slightly to make them more pliable and prevent cracking.

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Vegan "Chicken" Salad

Well not chick-en, but chickpea, though you could’ve fooled me. This chickpea salad makes a great sandwich filler that’ll still satisfy your craving for your family’s traditional chicken salad. Plus, it only takes 15 minutes!

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Per serving: 293 cal, 18 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 24 g carbs, 591 mg sodium, 7 g fiber, 8 g protein

Cold Watermelon Soup (Gazpacho)

Here's a twist on your traditional gazpacho, a cold soup made of raw, blended veggies. In addition to tomatoes, you'll throw frozen watermelon into this blend, and trust me, it works.

Per serving: 273 cal, 12 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 38 g carbs, 276 mg sodium, 23 g sugar, 7 g fiber, 8 g protein

Tomato, Basil, and Artichoke Picnic Sandwich

Think of this as a caprese sandwich minus the cheese. Instead, you'll slather your bread with an edamame dressing that'll become a regular staple in your fridge.

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Easy Vegan Egg Salad

Is there anything tofu can't do? Probably not. In this recipe, you'll turn it into an egg substitute. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how much the texture and taste of this vegan egg salad parallels the real deal.

Per serving: 140 kcal, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 2 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 658 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein

Raw Vegan Sushi

People often forget that sushi contains more than just raw fish; raw veggies are likely what give your favorite roll that crunch you love. This sushi recipe relies on veggies to make it completely vegan. With yummy sunflower seed pâté mimicking the fish’s texture and bell peppers serving as the crunch, you really won't miss your fave traditional roll.

Per serving: 189 cal

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