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Ayurveda's version of a backyard barbecue favorite, the minty green yogurt sauce helps beat the summer heat!
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...
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.
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Warm, sweet, and refreshingly spicy, Mulled Spiced Wine is a traditional toasty remedy for cold winter nights. The dark, alluring burgundy shade of red wine warms you right up, dilates your blood vessels, and relaxes your entire body. Mixed with...
Experiment with "Sabudana Wada" : savory, fried tapioca patties from Maharastra, India. Crunchy on the outside, gooey on the inside. Discovered in Pune, India.
Bright and colorful, Ginger Dal adds a festive highlight to any meal. With its spices, Ginger Dal warms your body from core to limbs. This savory, heartwarming Indian favorite is belly filling. It provides comfort and calm as it satisfies a big...
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,...
Coconut milk and okra are heavy, cooling and smooth an irritated digestive tract.
Sauces, chutneys, relishes, spicy pickles and sauces enhance any meal, giving the eater an opportunity to adjust their plate to their individual taste and craving. Condiments make it easy to eat all six tastes, essential to good Ayurvedic nutrition....
Spicy, sweet and sour Coconut Turmeric Sambar is a spring soup warms your belly on the coldest day. Awaken your senses as you journey to beautiful South India, a landscape palm trees, endless blue skies, and scents of spices greeting your nose. Sambar...
Peas pop, mint makes it sharp, and the fennel adds fragrance.
Be delightfully awakened by the sweet and spicy aroma of coconut curry with basil. Coconut milk satisfies while basil's aromatic qualities lighten this dish while
Experiment with soft root vegetables. Inspireded by Grover Stock of Iowa (founder of https://sustainablelivingcoalition.org).
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.
The buttery rice and sweet peas are complemented by lemon's sourness. Cumin adds a savory note to the luxurious feel. This simple yet exotic dish is topped with crunchy roasted cashews. This is a satisfying dish that feels good in the body.
Zesty, tangy, and bursting with red freshness, cranberries evoke autumn hues and celebration flavors. Sour, sweet, and spicy, this sauce adds color and zing to the holiday table.
Experiment with bitter sweet parsnips and soft root vegetables. Inspireded by Grover Stock of Iowa (founder of https://sustainablelivingcoalition.org).
Pungent, spicy rosemary adds a savory depth and flair to lemon tea.
Ginger, lemon, and honey tea is a remedy for colds and sinus infection. Lemon, like all sours, is a secretagogue which encourages liquidation of mucus and a protective coating of fluids on an otherwise irritated lung and throat. Honey aids...
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...
The tartness of lime juice brings zest to Cucumber and Kale's crunch in this enlivening dish. Quinoa is fluffy and light but nutrient dense, making this recipe hearty enough to satisfy your hunger without burdening your digestion, suitable for any...
Kitchari is Ayurveda's signature healing recipe and a perfect food. A simple, dynamic and heart warming synergy of mung beans, basmati rice, and digestive spices, kitchari is great for times of healing and recovery. Or whenever you suffer from...
Experiment with cream of rice soups. Called "Congee" in Chinese Medicine, cream of rice soups are the "chicken soup" of China. A warm breakfast for the winter season. Discovered in Pune, India while thinking about Southern Grits from Asheville, North...
Orange like the rising sun, wrapped in bitter green crispness, sweet potatoes with kale make you feel brightly alive. Sweet potatoes give this meal substance, while kale's lightness bring this dish into a perfect balance. Ginger adds its pungent...
This soup was developed primarily to relieve acid reflux. Kale and bitters reduce stagnation in the digestive tract and clear heat. Carrot and vegetables with beta-carotene reduce Pitta. Fennel improves digestion without increasing Pitta. Fresh ginger...
A simple favorite with the intention of helping Vata.
Corn on the cob ignites memories of a county fair, childhood summer barbecues, and Fourth of July fireworks! Biting into hot, buttery, juicy corn right off the grill is a treat anyone can enjoy, especially when spiced with coriander and cilantro....
Tangy lime meets silky coconut milk and nurturing sweet potato in a dish that will make your mouth water! Cook up a delicious pot of this soup to combat the mental and physical stresses of the holiday season, or any time you are feeling the need for...
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...
Refresh and revitalize. Hibiscus with mint is particularly refreshing on a hot summer's day, with cooling properties that bring arctic relief. Hibiscus flower improves liver function and restores your liver, which may be taxed by the heat. Mint...
Get cozy this season. Rather than reach for hot cocoa, try sipping this creamy Coconut Curry & Pumpkin soup. Soups are the ideal fall food. They are warming, grounding and easy to digest. Who doesn't love something warm and sweet on a cool fall day?...
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...
Softly cooked cucumber and nourishing potato for comfort. Crunchy string beans for texture. Bold, light and green with sharp cilantro.
Vijay Bhatt was my first introduction to Indian culture. We were both computer programmers at Fidelity Investments in Boston, MA but he was my boss and mentor. We used to take lunch together in Post Office square or at the Indian restaurant at the food...
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.
Soft, mushy yams pop out of their skins when baked or boiled. Peas add texture. Although not sour, sharp ginger brings a tang. I imagine eating this dish in a deep south country home within earshot of the garden (with the exception that fresh ginger...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
