The ingredients in this recipe are both nutritious and delicious! This recipe has a clever way to combine the flavors and boasts a variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats. The collard greens used for the wrap are a good source of folate, Vitamins A and K, minerals, fiber, and phyto nutrients. When can you try this recipe in the next week? Enjoy!
Raw Thai Wraps with Cilantro Pumpkin Seed Pâté adapted from www.nourishingmeals.com
Yields: 8 to 10 wraps
Pâté:
2 cups raw pumpkin seeds, soaked for about 8 hours
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic
3 to 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 to 4 tablespoons water
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
Wraps:
8 to 10 small to medium collard greens
2 carrots, cut into strips
1 large cucumber, cut into strips
mung bean sprouts
fresh chives or green onions
fresh mint leaves
Sauce:
1/2 cup water
6 tablespoons raw cashew butter
1 serrano or thai chile, stem removed
1 small clove garlic
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon coconut aminos or wheat-free tamari
To make the pâté, start by adding the pumpkin seeds to a medium-sized bowl and cover with an inch of water. Let them soak for about 8 hours on the counter. Then drain through a colander and rinse with water. Place seeds into a food processor fitted with the “s” blade. Pulse a few times then add remaining ingredients and process until you have a fairly smooth pâté.
To make the wraps, cut the thick bottom part of the stems off of the collards. Spread a few tablespoons of pâté down the center of each leaf. Then add some carrot strips, cucumber strips, bean sprouts, chives, mint leaves, and whatever other veggies you desire. Fold over the edges and set on a plate, seem side down.
To make the sauce, add all ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into small bowls for dipping.
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Be Well ~Meg @REJOOVwithMeg
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