Green Wraps with Herb and Nut Cheeze

In this recipe healthy collard greens are used to wrap a creamy nut and herb spread and fresh vegetables. Blanching the collards beforehand softens the tough greens for wrapping, but you can use them raw if you like.

Ingredients

• ½ cup raw cashew pieces, soaked 1 hour
• ¾ cup whole raw macadamia nuts
• 2 Tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice + more to taste
• 1 cup fresh herbs (dill, basil, cilantro, etc.)
• 1 clove garlic
• Pinch salt and pepper
• 2 Tablespoons water + more if needed
• 1 bunch collard greens
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cucumber, sliced into sticks

Instructions

1. To make the Nut Cheeze: Measure the cashew pieces into a large bowl. Cover with water and let soak 1 hour. Drain off water before using.
2. Blend cashews and macadamia nuts in a food processor until mostly smooth. Add lemon, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until well combined. Add water as needed to make a creamy but thick texture.
3. To make the wraps: Wash greens, and slice leaves at the stems, leaving two big pieces from each leaf.
4. Using tongs, dip each leaf in boiling water for just a second to blanch - it should turn bright green and visibly soften. Set on towels to cool and dry.
5. When leaves are cool, place flat and add 2 Tablespoons Nut Cheeze, then cover with carrots and one slice of cucumber. Roll and enjoy!

Yields 20 small wraps

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