Today’s Meat Free Monday menu is adapted from the Healthful Pursuit’s Leanne Vogel. Her Raw Tomato Basil Zucchini Pasta can be made completely raw or lightly warmed in a sautee pan, as we did at home. This recipe proves that healthful vegan eating can be just as decadent, rich, and flavorful as even traditional Italian fare, without all the refined carbohydrates. This version also has tons of fresh, nutrient and enzyme rich vegetables, protein, and fiber.

Whether you are on a cleanse or are looking for a summery light, yet savory option to add in your dinner rotation, this one will do the trick. It gave us the comforting, home made Italian fix we were craving, made completely with nutrient dense whole foods.