
Celebrate the joy of spring with Grilled Cauliflower Steak. Cauliflower steak is lighter and leaner than a traditional steak. Roasted on the outside, but soft on the inside, this vegetarian work of art will delight your palate. Served on a bed of...
This is a variation of the popular Middle Eastern Dish 'Mujadarrah'. The astringency of lentils cleanses the GI. Onions and garlic add a hearty feel. Sours and spices improve the digestibility of the lentils, which might otherwise be gasey. To pacify...
A wonderful, refreshing substitute for iced tea. It is inspired by a Tunisian drink with lemons and orange blossom water. Rosewater is the water leftover from the production of rose essential oil. It has an uplifting rose fragrance. As Ayurveda...
Warm & relaxing. Aromatic cardamom balances the grounding tones of nutmeg and poppy seeds. This recipe is a gentle sedative if you are having a hard time falling asleep.
Brown with green dust has a mossy look, or a brown jewel. Sharp anise makes it sensual. Discovered deep in the shadows of the walled city of Fes, Morocco.
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...
A thick and sweet stew served traditionally on special occasions and holiday in Iran.
Dates are the tropical fruit of the first decade in millenium 2000. Coconut brings texture and fats.
As a healthy dessert, snack, or hors d'ouvres, stuffed dates are a multifaceted treat. This is a great dish to add to an occasion at a friend's house or for something a little special. Better make a double batch! The soft, sensual texture of dates...
Smooth, luxurious, decadent. Saffron & Rose Whipped Cream is ever-so-lightly sweet, sensuously emitting aromas of exotic saffron and heady rose. Creme-de-la-creme and creme-of-the-crop, the best cream rises to the top! Of all whipped variations...
n need of a little umph? Rosemary Lamb Kofta with Tahini will make you feel as strong as a mountain sheep scaling rocks. Let lamb's gamey taste remind you of the strong blood building qualities of red meat which also help you build internal heat....
Sticky peach fingers are the joyful and juicy abundance of summer. As peach stands pop up in your local neighborhood, capture the opportunity to enjoy one of nature's healthiest and refreshing desserts. Mint cleanses the palate. Peaches with...
Oranges with cinnamon are heating. Cinnamon and sours aid expectoration. Cinnamon pushes heat to the exterior.
This middle eastern inspired recipe will cool you down on a hot day.
"He who rushes is already dead." Berber Proverb related to the Moroccan Mint Tea ceremony. Moroccan Mint Tea is gently sweet, aromatic with a touch of bright bitterness. It's a traditional recipe...
Rather than snacking on nuts or seeds by themselves, Ayurveda always recommends adding a little salt and spice to everything that is eaten for digestibility. Oil adds a feeling of satisfaction.
A warming, nourishing smoothie that makes you feel calm and cozy while strengthening you down to your bones. Tahini strengthens muscles. Goat milk and tahini are both high in calcium. This rustic Tahini Goat's Milk Date Shake is just what the doctor...
Experiment with mint lemonades and other herbs & aromatic drinks. Discovered in Cafe Baraka, Cambridge, MA. Popular in Tunisia & North Africa.
"Does a Body Good" Nut and seed butters mixed into warm milk is a nourishing, grounding combination. By adding tahini, you will feel warm and satisfied. Sesame seeds are high in calcium, making this a wonderful drink for healthy bones. ...
Flavorful rice wrapped in a grape leaf then baked. From the Greek Mediterranean.
Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Lingonberry Jam is the creamy, oily satisfaction you've been craving since the turn of the season. As the leaves begin to change and summer becomes a memory, you naturally start to crave heavier, sweeter foods to warm you...
Discovered by Natalie Immel, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Egyptian Dukkah is a popular dish served in Cairo. Experiment with warm, digestive stimulants and nuts.
Called Sellou, Sfouf or Zmita in Morocco.
The apache plumes of the desert have gone to seed. Sunsets are still red, the chilis hanging on our neighbors porch are dry. The tumbleweeds are attached to their stalks but getting ready to take flight. But we've left Albuquerque behind. Here in...
There is a science to fruit smoothies and the Moroccans have perfected it. Orange juice or bananas make the base of most smoothies (avocado or milk as well). Then they add the flavors on top. But be careful with food combinations - dairy and fruit do...
Experiment with creamy, tahini sauce pastas. Add ground coriander seeds for warming flavors. Works well over warm cooked potatoes, or even cooked rice!
These refined spices add a elegant touch in meat dishes, rice or any mild dish.
Lemon, raw onion and uncooked olive oil are perfect for springtime cleansing of the liver. Beans reduce cholesterol, and provide plenty of fiber for healthy elimination. Parsley is a strong diuretic for cleansing the blood and reducing water weight in...
Looking for a hearty vegetarian option to satisfy even the most insatiable of appetites? Try 'Grilled Eggplant Steaks in Mint Pistachio Cream Sauce'. On those Friday evenings after a long week of work when you're craving something to really sink your...
Roasted Beet Puree is like the cool spring afternoon sun gently cooking the moist earth. Sweet and pungent aromas of garlic and cumin rise as jewels of rich magenta beets bring delightful color to your day. All senses are stimulated by lemon's tart...
The crisp crunch of 'Seaweed and Baby Kale Tabouli' will refresh and revitalize the body on a warm afternoon. Prepare for lunch and enjoy outside under an early summer blue sky, or bring to work and brighten up a long day. You'll feel light and...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’