MUNG DAL, COCONUT & CILANTRO KITCHARI (PITTA REDUCING)

(4.78 out of 5 stars) 9 reviews, 4483 likes

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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.

BAKED PEAR WITH CARDAMOM

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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....

COCONUT CURRY PUMPKIN SOUP

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 774 likes

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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?...

ROASTED COCONUT SESAME OATMEAL

(4.73 out of 5 stars) 11 reviews, 720 likes

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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...

RAW ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH BASIL & AVOCADO SAUCE

(4.33 out of 5 stars) 3 reviews, 506 likes

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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...

ASPARAGUS & MUSHROOM RICE WITH BLACK PEPPER

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 8 reviews, 493 likes

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Snappy green asparagus add freshness to earthy, soft mushrooms in rice. Joyful Belly discovered this recipe as a mushroom risotto in a small restaurant off a dark alley in Venice.

HIBISCUS MINT SUN TEA

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 361 likes

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Luscious, vibrant Hibiscus Mint Sun Tea delights your eyes as well as your taste buds. You will feel soothed by this tea, which is nothing short of beautiful. Hibiscus with mint is particularly refreshing on a hot summer's day, with cooling properties...

ACORN SQUASH WITH GHEE & MAPLE SYRUP

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 313 likes

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Affectionate Acorn Squash with Ghee & Maple Syrup comforts your heart with its abundant coziness, bringing the bounty of the autumn harvest to your home. As the sweetest of the squashes, this seasonal staple is sure to satisfy your appetite for fall...

OATMEAL WITH CLOVES, CARDAMOM & MAPLE SYRUP

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 5 reviews, 293 likes

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Satisfying, sticks to the ribs, and warming. A perfect holiday winter breakfast. Reported by Ysha Oakes, Ayurvedic Doula.

FENNEL, CABBAGE, COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY SOUP

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Looking for a menu to suit the whole family? This 'one pot wonder' meal is tridoshic, meaning it is suitable for all body types. It's easy to prepare and a stress free option for a weekday night. Plus, it has all the makings of a traditional curry. If...

MANGO LASSI

(4.80 out of 5 stars) 5 reviews, 221 likes

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Sweet, rich and tropical, mango lassis are a favorite in India. They make for a great afternoon snack when you feel tired, so make this simple recipe at home for a relaxing, energizing treat.

ROSEWATER LEMONADE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 222 likes

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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...

LEMONGRASS CARROT SOUP

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The fragrant essential oils of lemongrass will fill your kitchen with the scent of Asian cooking as you prepare this 'Lemongrass Carrot Soup'. Put some relaxing music on and allow the aromatic nature of this meal calm the mind as you unwind. The...

PEACH ROSEWATER LASSI WITH CARDAMOM

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 157 likes

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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...

RED CABBAGE & VINEGAR

(3.50 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 156 likes

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Red cabbage & Vinegar Stew's tangy flavor and rustic heartiness will make you pine for the Ukrainian grandmother you never had. Perfect for a dark winter night, stimulating vinegar gets your blood moving when the cold leaves you feeling constricted....

SPAGHETTI SQUASH PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON ZEST

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Light, fresh Spaghetti Squash Pasta Primavera exudes a zesty, exuberant presence on the table and on your palate. Pasta Primavera, Italian for springtime, is a traditional dish for passionate Italian food lovers. This recipe includes only one slight...

BARLEY WITH BASIL & AVOCADO

(4.50 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 155 likes

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Like eating jade marbles, yellow green, smooth and comforting but basil makes it bright and slightly sharp.

AVOCADO VEGETABLE SUSHI ROLL

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It's inevitable that vegetarians will struggle to find good sushi from time to time. While most restaurants offer a veggie or vegan option, often the variety is limited as fish fillings takes centre stage. The solution? Create your own personalised...

BANANAS WITH DATE SAUCE

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Blended dates, warm ghee, and cardamom sauce poured over split bananas. Discovered by Michele Schulz of Alchemy of Tastes, Albuquerque, NM.

HONEYDEW SMOOTHIE WITH ALOE VERA JELLY

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Sweet and cooling, bright green, honey dew smoothies with aloe vera jelly are perfect for St. Patty's in Hong Kong! My eyes feel cool and ready for another 12 hours of flying. But get a thick straw, the jelly is like drinking gummy bears. (

VIRGIN MOJITO WITH MINT & LIME

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 109 likes

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Sweet mint limeade is a refreshing, cooling digestive aid for the lazy dog days of summer.

CUCUMBER PEAR JUICE SMOOTHIE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 105 likes

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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"...

YOGURT & CUMIN DIGESTIVE LASSI

(4.33 out of 5 stars) 3 reviews, 98 likes

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A lassi is simply yogurt and water usually blended with some spices. Warm cumin mixes with sour and salt for an excellent after dinner digestive. This lassi is specific for Vata dosha. Search on yogurt for Pitta and Kapha pacifying lassis.

POMEGRANATE COCONUT PUNCH

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 62 likes

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This fruity combination offers a ripe pucker of juicy refreshment on a hot summer day. Coconut's nourishing sweetness and pomegranate's tart red 'pop' is a balm for summer heat and irritation. You'll feel gently cleansed of reactive summertime...

ACORN CRUSTED CORN BREAD DIPPED IN HONEY

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Break off a steaming hunk of Acorn Crusted Cornbread, dip it into sticky-sweet honey, and take a delectable bite. Oops! There's a little honey stuck to your nose! Sweet, nutty, and steeped with buttery goodness, this recipe is sure to bring out...

CUCUMBER & COCONUT COOLER

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 159 likes

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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...