Sweet & Sour RAW Lemon slice
Super Food Slice (PB, GF)
This zesty treat, is packed full of goodness.
Not only is it completely DELICIOUS, it’s also packed with Fresh Lemon Juice and ZEST, TURMERIC, healthy fats and fibre, giving you a real super food, immune boosting healthy treat.
It’s super easy to make, no baking required, just a good food processor or blender to whip everything up together, and its very forgiving too! In my experience of making raw slices, I've always found that you don't need to be particular with measurements they always seem to come together well, even if slightly different each time.
A word of warning however..... This slice is VERY MOREISH, the fats within it are good fats, but fat nevertheless, and it’s so packed with goodness you do only need a small amount.... So you will need to exercise control – Don't say I didn't warn you!
I find this Lemon Slice stores well in the freezer and will keep for a good couple of weeks here (if we forget about). I let it thaw a little before serving. It can also be stored in the fridge for a few days too if you prefer.
This slice ticks all the boxes - its Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free, Plant Based, Raw and darn TASTY. I'm yet to serve it up to anyone and not have them coming back for more!
What you will need:
A good food processor or blender
A shallow lidded container, approx 7”x7”
spatula
Ingredients:
Base
1 cup of dried fruit – Dates, Sultanas and Raisin, I recommend at least ½ or all Dates
½ cup Nuts and/or Seeds
Pinch of Salt (Optional)
Topping
2 heaped cups Coconut Flakes
4 Dates or 1 tablespoon of Agave Syrup
½ cup of freshly squeezed Lemon Juice (2-3 lemons)
Lemon Zest from 2 unwaxed (ideally organic) Lemons
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
½ finger Fresh Turmeric (grated) or ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
* PB = Plant Based (Vegan) *GF = Gluten Free
Method:
Add all the base ingredients to the blender/processor and blitz until it forms a crumbly type dough.
With damp clean hands press the mixture down evenly into your container to form the crust and set aside.
Add the coconut flakes to blender/processor and blitz for a good minute or so (no need to clean in between). Add the remaining topping ingredients and blitz again. If you are using dates to sweeten, it will take a little longer for them to break down.
Smooth the lemon mix over your crust evenly and pop it in the fridge for at least an hour to set. Remove from the container and cut in up into small squares (I find a pizza slice best for this job). Store in the fridge or freezer.... if it makes it back in !!
ENJOY ✌️🌿
