When figuring out how to start the raw food diet youve got to have a plan for what you will do when faced with cravings and awkward social situations that revolve around food. Have you given any thought to what you will say or do in these situations Start with a plan so that youre ready to execute your plan when faced with these situations. Vegan Smoothie Diet Plan' title='Vegan Smoothie Diet Plan' />21DAY MEAL PLAN. DAY 1. Green Apple Oatmeal. Serves 2. Rolled oats are steamed and flattened, creating a flaky texture that easily absorbs cooking liquid. PETAs chefs have created a sample vegan meal plan featuring simple, easy recipes that anyone can follow no cookbooks or creativity requiredWhat do you need to buy in order to start the raw food diet Lets get to the nitty gritty, right If youre wondering how to start the raw food diet you are probably looking for some basic information, such as what do you need to buy and what will you need to succeedTheres a lot of hype about superfoods and fancy equipment. Some raw fooders will tell you that all you need to get started on the raw food diet is a fridge full of fresh fruits and veg. Sounds simple enough, right However, I think thats a little too simple. Clam Chowder. Most raw recipes that actually taste good require a high speed blender and a food processor, so if youre wondering how to start the raw food diet I recommend A cutting board. Sharp knives. A fridge full of raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. A high speed blender. A food processor. Many people also use dehydrators when eating only raw vegan foods. However, if youre just getting started you dont need a dehydrator. You can always get one at a later date. Next comes the important part the food Raw Vegan Grocery List. All items on this raw grocery list should be organic and raw where possible. It is not always feasible to buy everything organic, and I dont even always buy organic. However, aim for the gold standard when it comes to your raw grocery list where possible Raw grocery list Fruits. Apples. Oranges. Bananas. Grapefruits. Lemons. Limes. Grapes. Strawberries. Raspberries. Cantaloupe. Raw grocery list Vegetables. Onions. Carrots. Leafy greens spinach, kale, romaine lettuce, etc. Parsley. Fresh mint. Green bell pepper. Red bell pepper. Cucumber. Garlic. Celery. Tomatoes. Raw grocery list Nuts and Seeds. Almonds. Walnuts. Sunflower seeds. Sesame seeds. Chia seeds. Cashews. Macadamia nuts. Hemp seeds. Raw grocery list Oils and condiments. Extra virgin olive oil EVOOCoconut oil. Apple cider vinegar. Herbs and spices thyme, basil, curry, cinnamon, cloves, allspice etc. Sea salt not regular table saltVanilla pods or pure vanilla extract. Dried dates. Dried coconut. Raisins. Cacao. This is a sample basic raw grocery list to give you a general idea of what might be found in a typical raw foodist or raw vegan kitchen. Raw Appliances. Now, wondering what raw appliances to buy for your raw food kitchen Blender. Your blender is the most crucial part of being a raw vegan. Blenders are used to make smoothies, puddings, sauces, and much more. I recommend the Vita. Mix. Its the best blender you can get, its large, but it isnt cheap There is no alternative to a good blender. If you must, you can use a cheaper, personal blender but I guarantee that your existing blender will not blend as well and the motor will burn out over time. Dont feel bad if you cant afford one right away. But plan on buying a Vita. Mix at some point soon. At least put it on your Christmas listFood Processor. You need a blender and a food processor. This here is a great food processor, but you do not need such a good one. My honest recommendation is to use the food processor that you have at home. If you do not have a food processor then simply go to your local big box store and choose a medium priced food processor perhaps in the 5. Invest any extra money into the Vita. Mix blender above, please NOTE Yes, you need a blender AND a food processor. Blenders do smooth, liquidy stuff smoothies, soups, sauces and food processors do chunkier stuff think raw cookie dough, pizza dough, raw pie crusts, etc. I suggest buying a crappy cheap food processor and an awesome expensive blender. Also, check out my handy recommended raw food products list here. The list includes a wide variety of raw appliances, from blenders and food processors to manual juicers and spirooli slicers. The list also includes some great idea for edible raw food specialty items, including chia seeds, nutritional yeast, kelp noodles and much more. Daily Raw Food Diet Menu. Wondering what youre going to eat on a raw food diet plan Curious whats in a typical raw food diet menu Much like regular eaters who eat standard American diet fare, raw food diet menus can vary per person based on different food preferences and dietary needs. Raw food diet menus can also vary hugely based on how much time you want to dedicate to preparing your raw meals If you are anything like me, odds are youre busy running errands, working, spending time with family and keeping your life on track. While cooking or uncooking can be a pleasurable hobby, most of us dont want to spend hours creating complicated items for your daily raw food diet menu. I advocate making simple, satisfying raw food diet menus to ensure your success with the raw food lifestyle. Heres a simple example of whats on a typical raw diet menu Sample Daily Raw Food Menu Breakfast Raw diet menus tend to include a green smoothie for breakfast. Alternatively, breakfast may include a large serving of fruit, or even raw granola or raw oatmeal made from sprouted grains. Morning Snack For a mid morning snack, a raw diet menu may typically recommend a few pieces of fruit and a small serving of raw nuts or seeds. Lunch A raw diet menu may include a variety of options for raw vegan lunch, including salads with some healthy fat such as avocado, extra virgin olive oil or crushed nuts, a soup, andor a raw vegan entree such as raw noodles, raw veggie burgers, raw vegan meatloaf, etc. Afternoon Snack Most raw vegans snack during the afternoon. An afternoon snack on your raw diet menu might include raw crackers, some fruit, vegetables and dip, or even a piece of raw vegan cake or a bowl of raw vegan pudding.