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soups &
 accompaniments




 yields 2 servings                                                                                 yields 2 servings
 SPICED GAZPACHO  CURRIED LENTIL SOUP
 Originating from Spain, gazpacho is a cold, raw soup made with a variety of vegetables that were   The main ingredient in curry is turmeric. A tropical root related to
 originally enjoyed by harvesters working under the hot summer sun. Today the ingredients are usually   ginger, the vibrant yellow-orange turmeric root is available fresh or in
 poured into a blender or food processor to make a smooth or chunky textured soup. Feel free to create your   powdered form (most common). It has a somewhat bitter taste and
 favorite version of gazpacho, using seasonal ingredients. A typical gazpacho has tomatoes, cucumbers,   is very high in antioxidants, having powerful healing properties.
 garlic, and onion. Nutrient-dense gazpacho can be even more nutrient dense by adding an avocado —   Dulse is a dark, purplish-red seaweed. It’s very high in minerals and
 either blending it with the soup for a creamy texture, or adding bite-size pieces into individual plates.  can be purchased in whole-leaf form, flakes, or granules. Dehydrate
               whole-leaf dulse for a crunchy, crispy snack. Dehydrating is a way
 2 tomatoes, peeled (see recipe note)  ½ teaspoon ground cumin  of preserving food and their vitamins and enzymes by lowering its
 2 stalks celery  2 frozen cubes cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh   moisture content, thereby slowing bacterial growth and curtailing
 1 cucumber  cilantro  spoilage, and also adds variety to a raw-food diet.
 2 cloves garlic  1 cup filtered water
 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice  2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or any   2 cups sprouted lentils or mung beans (see p. 136
 1 tablespoon raw wine vinegar (optional)  unrefined oil  for “Sprouting Know-How”)
 ¼ chili pepper or dash of cayenne pepper  2 tablespoons oats, or 2 slices whole wheat    ½ cup sliced scallions
 bread (optional)  ¼ cup cilantro
 1 scallion, sliced, or 1 cucumber, diced, for garnish  1½ tablespoons dulse flakes (optional)
               1 stalk celery, chopped
               ¼ cup chopped carrots
 1. In a blender, blend all ingredients, except the scallion or   1 clove garlic
 cucumber for garnish, until not quite smooth, for a hearty   1 teaspoon curry powder
 texture. The oats or bread will give the gazpacho a thicker   1 cup water
 texture. Thin to the desired consistency with water.  ½ cup cold-pressed oil or 1 avocado
 2. Ladle the gazpacho into individual bowls. Garnish with   1 tablespoon Bragg liquid aminos or ½ teaspoon salt
 the sliced scallions or diced cucumber.   1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
               ¼ cup chopped scallions (optional)
               ½ tablespoon chopped fresh ginger (optional)


 RECIPE NOTE  To peel tomatoes, bring a   1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of the sprouted lentils or mung beans, sliced scallions, cilantro, and dulse flakes.
 small saucepan of water to a boil. Using a slotted   Set aside.
 spoon, dip the tomatoes one at a time into the   2. In a blender or food processor, puree the rest of the sprouted lentils or mung beans, celery, carrots, garlic, curry pow-
 boiling water for 20 seconds. The skin will now   der, water, oil or avocado, Bragg liquid aminos or salt, lemon juice, chopped scallions, and ginger. Add additional
 come off easily.  salt, if desired, to taste. Allow to stand at least 30 minutes before serving.

               3. When ready to serve, pour the blended soup into 2 individual bowls and spoon the chopped vegetable mixture into
                  the soup.





 222   HEALTHY EVER AFTER  for garnish  chopped, for garnish  aminos  ¼ cup fresh chives, for garnish  10 cucumber slices, for garnish  2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions,    1 carrot, shredded, for garnish  1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper,   ½ teaspoon dried dill or parsley  ½ teaspoon salt or Bragg liquid   1 cup water  hemp seeds (see also recipe for Basic Nut Milk, p. 45).   2 cups filtered water. Blend well and strain. Use raw almonds, Brazil nuts, pumpkin, sesame, or   RECIPE NOTE  To make your own nut or seed












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                                                                                                                or 1 cup chopped scallions
                                                                                                                or onion sprouts, or 2 cloves garlic,



                                                                                                                unpeeled



                                                                                                                (dill, parsley, chives, or basil)












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