No-cook, vegan snack made with dates, coconut oil, shredded coconut, cashews, pistachios and almonds.
Something sweet in the middle of the day?
Yes please.
Make it guilt-free.
Start with a smooth, silky, EASY date caramel.
(Taste this…..YUMMMM, right?)
Stir in nuts.
Shape. Chill. Slice. Store.
If you are using the firmer Noor date variety then, soak dates (equal weight) in hot tap water for about 15-30 minutes, discard water and use in recipe. You might have to stop, re-distribute ingredients often to get to a creamy consistency.
Skill level – Easy
Raw Date & Nut Salami
Ingredients:
6 large medjool dates, pitted (3.1 ounces by weight, pitted)
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted until warm
1/2 cup raw cashews
1/4 cup raw pistachios
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons raw almonds
Preparation:
1. Into a food processor, place dates and coconut oil, process for 20 seconds, scrape the sides of the processor and process again for additional 1 minute, until it very smooth.
2. Transfer mixture into a medium bowl and all remaining ingredients. Stir with a spatula or hands (more convenient), until evenly combined.
3. Shape dough into a 6-inch thick log. Roll in a parchment paper or plastic wrap, press again to a form a tight log. Place in refrigerator for at least 6 hours or up to 2 days.
4. Unwrap and cut into slices with a sharp knife. Store slices in the refrigerator. Alternatively, shape mixture into a square or rectangle, chill and cut into small bars / squares.
Mmmm! I love this salami for those afternoon sweet cravings! A healthy snack you can feel good about eating (plus looks amazingly delicious)!!!! Happy Monday Maria! 😘
This looks divine! I always crave something sweet in the afternoon and I hate to reach for refined sugar because of the inevitable crash afterward. This is the perfect solution! Happy Monday, Maria!
i’m always craving something sweet in the afternoon (okay let’s be real, i crave sugar all day everyday), but i need protein and some sort of crunchy texture to make me feel satisfied. this would be perfect!!
What a great idea! They look so yummy and fun. This would be so cute for holiday spreads too. Pretty much anything with dates and nuts is a winner 😉 Can’t wait to try this! Thanks!
Nuts, coconut AND dates? Free of refined sugars? Gluten free? Oh, boy, I’m in 7th heaven! Absolutely perfect snack, and I know several children who’ll be very happy with it, too 🙂
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Mmmm! I love this salami for those afternoon sweet cravings! A healthy snack you can feel good about eating (plus looks amazingly delicious)!!!! Happy Monday Maria! 😘
Thank you Kelly, have a fabulous week:)
This looks divine! I always crave something sweet in the afternoon and I hate to reach for refined sugar because of the inevitable crash afterward. This is the perfect solution! Happy Monday, Maria!
This looks so cool!
i’m always craving something sweet in the afternoon (okay let’s be real, i crave sugar all day everyday), but i need protein and some sort of crunchy texture to make me feel satisfied. this would be perfect!!
Yesss, thanks Heather:)
This is so perfect yet so healthy! I love this it makes such a great snack 🙂
Totally! Thanks Pam:)
Such pretty slices of heaven! 🙂
Thank you Kim:)
This is such a delicious snack loaded with good stuff Maria!
Totally!!!
What a great idea! They look so yummy and fun. This would be so cute for holiday spreads too. Pretty much anything with dates and nuts is a winner 😉 Can’t wait to try this! Thanks!
Thank you Deryn:)
Can this be frozen before it’s sliced?… hope so then I can make several salamis at once.. B
Hi Bex, It might be much harder to slice when frozen. I’d recommend defrosting in the refrigerator for few hours before slicing. Hope it helps:)
Thanks Maria… agreeabout slicing, only wanted to know it could be frozen at all.. thankyou for answering my doubt…
Bex
Thanks Maria… agree about slicing, only wanted to know it could be frozen at all.. thankyou for answering my doubt…
Bex
Nuts, coconut AND dates? Free of refined sugars? Gluten free? Oh, boy, I’m in 7th heaven! Absolutely perfect snack, and I know several children who’ll be very happy with it, too 🙂
Thank you Joyce, it tastes good too 🙂
How do I replace coconut oil ?
Hi Sonika, ghee is a very good substitute. Hope it helps:)
Thanks a lot Maria 🙂