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...
Enjoy the nutty aroma of coconut & sesame roasting in your kitchen. Crunchy, roasted coconut shavings and sesame seeds are sprinkled over soft potatoes. Then, a splash of lime juice makes this tropical treat irresistible. Coconut and sesame offer...
Fresh herbs season a simple dish perfectly!
To all people who don't like beets: they get sweeter the longer you cook them. I add a dash of turbinado or raw sugar to help them along. Coconut also cuts the bitterness and adds a smooth, rich flavor. Pungent ginger complements and freshens the...
Enjoy the satisfying creaminess of piping hot oatmeal topped with the nutty aroma of roasted sesame and coconut. As the weather turns cool in early fall, your body seems to crave the hearty warmth of roasted nuts & grains. Here the bold & flavorful...
Capture spring freshness with this perfect & easy to prepare pesto. A lightness distinguishes this pesto from others. The crispy, vivacious texture of fennel bulb is tempered by a cool quality the calms the mind and increases clarity. Pumpkin seeds...
Cauliflower and Fennel with Pumpkins seeds is fresh vegetarian breakfast that gets down to bare essentials. The crispness of lightly steamed veggies and nature's goodness are all that's needed to flavor this simple and wholesome start to your day. The...
Buttery soft warm carrots are creamy and comfortable for cold weather days.
This recipe will open you up to a new perspective on the culinary possibilities of plantain. This versatile member of the banana family is often used in place of potatoes due to its starch content and relatively neutral flavor. Not as sweet or soft as...
Peas pop, mint makes it sharp, and the fennel adds fragrance.
Coconut mint chutney is an Indian classic and one of our favorites. Used as ubiquitously as our beloved ketchup, coconut mint chutney is a refreshing garnish on dosas (fried savory pancakes), curries, potato, chick peas and just about any dish.
If you're looking for simple & easy smiles, try this 'Coconut Milk, Chia Seed & Vanilla Bean Pudding'. Sweet coconut milk & chia seed pudding is the ultimate soothing & nourishing dessert. With not much more to do than combine the ingredients and let...
This delicious little seed helps regulate insulin levels, kills parasites, and supports prostate health. Pumpkin seeds are also high in zinc.
Ayurveda's version of a backyard barbecue favorite, the minty green yogurt sauce helps beat the summer heat!
This "bread" is free of gluten, using Millet Flour and Sorghum Flour instead of traditional wheat flour. Soothing to the mind and palate. Anya Sapritsky found this idea baked by David Bouley, refined french chef of Tribeca, NYC...
Coconut milk and okra are heavy, cooling and smooth an irritated digestive tract.
By late January, as temperatures reach a low point, the body is already preparing for spring. Corn should replace wheat as the primary grain this time of year. Here, corn tortillas not only warm up your senses this time of year, corn's mild diuretic...
Pureed with almonds, cream of asparagus soup is rich, creamy, and dreamy for the coming colder months.
The pleasant aroma of rose petal, and the touch of sweetness, soothes and pleases Pitta, making Rose Petal and Mint tea a delectable treat!
Salty, buttery amaranth with black pepper has a warm hearty and healing taste. Tamari adds a sour twist, a surprise. Sticks to the ribs.
Warming, grounding and sweet, Sweet Beet & Mint Soup 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.
Refresh yourself this summer with a Cucumber & Coconut Cooler. Ever hear the phrase, "Cool as a cucumber?" Cucumber is known as an herbal refrigerant, which means it naturally cools you down. Coconut water also cools while rebuilding electrolytes. Sip...
Sweet mint limeade is a refreshing, cooling digestive aid for the lazy dog days of summer.
Buckwheat tea cakes with raspberry and orange are a dainty treat for socializing with friends. Buckwheat flour is lighter and drier than wheat flour, so that after eating this tea cake you'll feel as clear as the August skies. You and your friends will...
Parsley and ginger give sweet carrots a kick!
Inky velvet blended beets with fennel and sweet orange yams. Or take a completely different flavor route with warmer spices like cinnamon and cloves. Serve with rice and greens on the side.
Coconut provides an undertone while fresh mint livens. Sunflower seed pesto is perfect as a dip or salad dressing.
This cool and refreshing summer drink will have you feeling as cold as the fridge no matter how high the heat.
Light, fresh and cooling, 'Grapefruit, Quinoa & Fennel Salad with Mint' will help you beat the heat this summer. Unwind with friends outside on a warm June afternoon with a generous bowl and feel the stress of your day start to melt away. Quinoa leaves...
Light yet HeartyCozy up next to your wood stove with this comforting breakfast before you dash out the door. Amaranth with Almonds, Apple & Raisins is a soft and nurturing option while traveling or on a day with a jam packed...
A tart, onion sautee with greens.
Quench your thirst with this sparkling ruby elixir, a delightful marriage of tart summer berries and refreshing garden mint. Sweetened naturally with coconut water and kissed with cardamom, this beverage is as revitalizing as it is vibrant. Berries,...
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...
Warming, grounding and sweet, Sweet Beet Paste has a luxurious purple sheen and surprising spicy finish. Fennel and cardamom add the true magic. Their aromatic oils lift up the heaviness of the beet root.
Rosemary Mushroom Gravy is the finishing touch you always dreamed of. Deep, earthy, and smooth, this gravy is a grounding addition to any meal. This vegetarian recipe is full of flavor. What no gravy?! This phrase was exclaimed at a family...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’