
Cool and refreshing Hibiscus Blueberry Jello dessert helps you beat the heat. Your summer picnic isn't complete without it. This jello helps you enjoy a little luxury and sweetness that is so needed when the summer heat saps you of energy and...
Simple cherry sorbet. Ices are creamed when they are stirred. This ice is without fats and made from fruits - called a sorbet.
Like an emerald jade, cilantro juice soup is the perfect cooling summer treat. Entirely raw!
Celebrate summer! Raw Zucchini Noodles with Mint Walnut Pesto is a light and fresh way to add excitement to your life. This springtime and summer dish is perfect when your body craves lightness, vitality, and flavor. Pungent garlic and onions combine...
A cooling digestive for Pitta dosha.
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...
The pleasant aroma of rose petal, and the touch of sweetness, soothes and pleases Pitta, making Rose Petal and Mint tea a delectable treat!
Coconut provides an undertone while fresh mint livens. Sunflower seed pesto is perfect as a dip or salad dressing.
Experiment with mint lemonades and other herbs & aromatic drinks. Discovered in Cafe Baraka, Cambridge, MA. Popular in Tunisia & North Africa.
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...
Tart with exotic overtones of saffron, this golden hued lemonade is sure to delight guests at your next summer celebration. Saffron softens lemon's tartness, adding depth and character to this classic summer refreshment. Luxurious to your tastebuds,...
A softer salad with barley, dill, mint, and cucumber. Feel this light and cooling combination refresh the body and calm the mind on a hot summer day. Sweet raisins and perhaps a dab of honey mustard or a sliced radish will add a touch of contrasting...
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...
This cool and refreshing summer drink will have you feeling as cold as the fridge no matter how high the heat.
Experiment with citrus and spicy salads. Ginger and lemon add zest and freshness. Fennel adds a unique tone to oranges. Inspired by an Appetizer at Zerza in New York City.
A great summertime drink!
A rich avocado sauce accompanies crispy zucchini and zesty basil in this fun summertime favorite. Conventional Alfredo pasta simply can't stand up to the fresh vital taste of raw zucchini noodles.You'll receive all the blessings of vegetables from the...
Shake things up and experiment with Coconut & Cilantro Savory Pancakes. These are unlike your average run-of-the-mill pancakes. Sprinkled with chewy coconut and bright cilantro. They're impossible to resist!Appropriate for any meal of the day,...
Ayurvedic kitchari's are India's chicken soup and the congee equivalent of Chinese medicine. This kitchari includes cilantro and coconut and is adapted from Dr. Lad's book Ayurvedic Cooking for Self Healing.
Reduce Water Weight, Puffy Skin, & SwellingBoth watermelon and cucumber are wonderfully cooling remedies for hot summer heat. On hot days you might feel puffy and swollen because dilated capillary beds release more fluid into your...
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...
Bananas with Lemon Juice and Cilantro is a sweet, refreshing and restorative summer snack. Lemon and cilantro add a fresh and zesty taste to your appetite for excitement in the summer. It is common in India to serve fruit with spices. This spicey fruit...
A colorful, festive drink for entertaining guests, watermelon with lime is an exciting and refreshing beverage to enjoy this summer. Cardamom provides a unique accent and lime a twist to an all-time favorite!
Crunchy, fresh and juicy, this 'Spicy Pineapple Slaw' is a true summer dish. Enjoy as a side salad on a hot afternoon and pour yourself some mint cucumber lemonade for...
This cooling, sweet alternative to regular hummus will soothe burning sensations in the body - an innovative choice for pacifying Pitta this summer. Brighten up your next picnic with this dish, or serve as a starter at an afternoon barbecue. As the...
Preheat over to 325. Peel plantains and separate yolks from egg whites. Add 1TBSP olive oil, 1/4c water and 1/4tsp salt, 1TBSP potato starch. 1. Make a meringue with the egg whites by beating them on high with cream of tartar and sugar. The...
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...
Sweet mint limeade is a refreshing, cooling digestive aid for the lazy dog days of summer.
Like a shaded patch of grass, this recipe relieves the body of hot summer heat. Fresh fennel gently activates this recipe, supporting easy digestion while cooling a fiery digestive tract. Although it might seem otherwise, a puree of these "bad"...
Refresh your body and relax your mind this summer with Blueberry Mint Green smoothie. This delicious treat is packed with anti-oxidants and green vitality. Blueberry bursts in your mouth with a tart sweetness that enlivens your tastebuds.
Cilantro and cucumber give this guacamole a refreshing crunch. These ingredients make it extra cool, increasing its soothing capabilities in the summertime. These cool pitta in the summer heat, while offering nutritious fats that combat vata's...
A western twist on the famous Indian lassi. Peach warms cool yogurt, while rosewater adds a sensual soft touch. Light, aromatic cardamom adds depth and complexity to this sweet treat. Best if prepared with fresh-ground...
This middle eastern inspired recipe will cool you down on a hot day.
Soft cooked pears are a balm for the heart and comforting in the tummy. Pear's sweet taste and the relaxing aroma of cardamom make for a light breakfast or soothing mid-day snack. Baking the pears makes them tender and brings out their sweetness....
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