Craving Something Crunchy, Savory & Salty? This Raw Emerald “Rice” Salad Will Hit the Spot

Ever have one of those days that seems like you go non-stop from start to finish without a break? Of course you have! Whenever I have a day like that, I like to whip up something easy like this rice for dinner.  I originally came up with this recipe when I was craving tabouli, but only had a head of cauliflower, some herbs, kale and a few other veggies… to become the Raw Emerald Rice Salad. I love this salad and don’t hesitate to eat mostly the entire batch myself because of its’ fresh, light and delicious flavour- similar to tabouli!

Ingredients:
Serves 2-3

• 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped
  
  
• 1 bunch kale, cut
  
  
• 1/4 cup basil, chopped
  
  
• 1/4 cup oregano, chopped
  
  
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
  
  
• 1/3 cup raw shelled hemp seeds
  
  
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
  
  
• 1 carrot, peeled and cut julienne
  
  
• Himalayan salt to taste
  
  
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, optional
  
  

Directions:
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[*]Place the cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until it resembles rice (but not too long or it will become mush).  Place in a large bowl.

[*]Next, place the kale in your food processor and pulse until finely chopped (it may take two batches).

[*]Add kale and all your other ingredients to the cauliflower and mix together well.  Serve and enjoy!

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