Veggie Slaw with Creamy Cashew Dressing - The Whole Food Nut

Ingredients

• 2 small heads broccoli
• 1 lb brussels sprouts, (ends trimmed)
• 4 carrots
• 1 cup raisins, (figs or dried currants (optional))
• 1/2 cup sunflower (and sesame seeds)
• 1/2 cup red onions (chopped)
• 3/4 cup cashews (soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes to soften. Then drain.)
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 1/2 tsp pure maple syrup
• 3/4 tsp sea salt