Higher Power Raw Foods RAW VEGAN Manicotti Recipe

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and this is one of our favorite dinners for that special day. Whether you're dining with a loved one, family, or just treating yourself, this recipe is sure to deliver both nutrition and love!

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Maria explains how to make this Collards Manicotti.

Ingredients:

• 3 stalks of celery, chopped
• 1/2 onion
• 1 cup Higher Power Raw Foods Raw Sprouted Walnuts
• 1 cup Higher Power Raw Foods Raw Sprouted Sunflower Seeds
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup water or lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (soaked and chopped)
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
• 1/3 cup basil, finely chopped
• 1/4-1/3 cup parsley, finely chopped
• Collard green leaves or chard
• 1/2 jalapeño (optional)
• Sprouts (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 1 medium-sized pepper
• 1/2 onion
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup cashews
• Sprinkle of paprika

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   1. Chop the celery and onion, and mix with walnuts and sunflower seeds.
   2. Add salt, water or lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, basil, parsley, collard greens, jalapeño, and sprouts (if using).
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   1. Blend the pepper, onion, lemon juice, salt, cashews, and paprika until smooth.
3. Assemble the Manicotti:
   1. Spread the filling onto the collard green leaves or chard.
   2. Roll the leaves, and top with the sauce.
   3. Serve and enjoy!