Fried tempeh, bean sprouts and cucumber slices create three kinds of crunch! First, the fried tempeh is crispy like french fries, but is more textured and grainy like a veggie burger. Second, where tempeh is heavy and dry, bean sprouts are light and juicy

A refreshing recipe with mint may be just what your body is asking for to combat spring-time allergies. It's also perfect to whip up for a spring picnic because it's light and won't spoil while you're out enjoying the sunshine. This dish essentially se

The Cabbage Soup diet was famous in the faxlore of the 1980s. Here is the Ayurvedic version.

Kale, though espoused for its health benefits, is woefully under-appreciated by the taste buds of many. Here, coconut flakes and sweet pungent fennel bring a little pizzazz and appeal to an otherwise bland kale leaf. A bit of oil improves

Sweet, orange butternut squash mixes with the red smokey flavor of chipotle. Cumin, chipotle, and frying all balance the sliminess of okra, giving great flavor and texture to this dish. Discovered in the southwest near Albuquerque, NM.

We love salsa but tomatoes are hard to digest. This recipe is our favorite base for 'tomato-less' salsas. Create your own variation by adding green chilies, chipotle, honey, cumin or other flavors. The sharp, raw onions become soft and refreshing when "c

Red onion brings a purple hue to white and green. A fresh, lively, light summer snack.

History of Amaranth from Wikipedia: Amaranth grain was one of the staple foodstuffs of the Incas, and it is known as kiwicha in the Andes today. It was also used by the ancient Aztecs, who called it huautli, and other Native America peoples in Mexico to

Perfect as a snack or side dish that can be shared at picnics or to give you energy before and after activities. Garlic, lemon and onion add sharp, sour and pungent tastes that are balanced by the smooth texture of chickpeas and the nutty depth of tahini.

Fresh from your yard, dandelion tea is like drinking sunshine in a cup. Use the leaves and the flowers in this delicious, simple recipe.

A tasty variation of a simple American dish.

The sweetness of honey provides a soothing base for the warm heat of the spices. Ginger and black pepper impart an energizing & stimulating lift. This spicy, warm sweet and thick lozenge is delightfully tasty for children and adults alike.

Curried apricots are popular in South African 'Braais' or barbecue. Here turkish apricots sweeten and give a smokey flavor to pungent mustard and dill. Turmeric in the mustard provides slight bitterness that makes this condiment versatile enough to be a s

Warming, grounding and sweet, Sweet Beet Paste has a luxurious purple sheen and surprising spicy finish. The aromatic oils in mint offer a surprising lift to the heaviness of the beet root.

Snappy green asparagus with soft mushrooms in rice to add an earthy depth of flavor. Once I ordered mushroom risotto in the corner of a dark alley in Venice.