
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...
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.
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.
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.
Warm, pungent and Middle Eastern, tahini might as well be the liquid sands of the sahara. Creamy tahini salad dressing tastes great as a garnish for any leafy greens. This versatile sauce also works well atop vegetables.
Fresh ginger is tridoshic. It burns toxins from the body, stimulates circulation, and is a mild anti-inflammatory and analgesic. Miso is fermented, meaning that it can slightly aggravate Pitta. If using for this recipe, all lemon or vinegar based...
Ayurveda's version of a backyard barbecue favorite, the minty green yogurt sauce helps beat the summer heat!
With literally hundreds of greens to choose from, why limit your pesto to basil? This parsley based pesto is a favorite south of the border, where it's known as chimichurri. I serve it atop Eggs Scrambled in Cumin and Corn. Cilantro & mint based pestos...
Coconut provides an undertone while fresh mint livens. Sunflower seed pesto is perfect as a dip or salad dressing.
Blended dates, warm ghee, and cardamom sauce poured over split bananas. Discovered by Michele Schulz of Alchemy of Tastes, Albuquerque, NM.
This Halloween health treat promises to chase away the goblins of winter. As the crisp temperatures of fall tempt you to long evenings nestled up in front of the fire, baked apples and spices warm your heart. Spicy apricot sauce adds a rustic depth to...
We love salsa but tomatoes are hard to digest. This recipe is our favorite base for 'tomato-less' salsas. Create your own variation by adding green chilies, chipotle, honey, cumin or other flavors. The sharp, raw onions become soft and refreshing when...
This vegan corn chowder is a light & hearty alternative to chowders with heavy cream, and much tastier. The cream sauce consists of mashed cauliflower and coconut butter seasoned with garlic and ginger.
Experiment with crunchy snacks in sweet & savory sauces. Called Dahi Papdi Chaat in India, this recipe often includes tamarind or mint chutney, cumin, chopped raw onions, or cilantro. It may also include exotic 'black salt' which has a deeper, more...
Apricots are sweet and sour, tempering the pungency of the other ingredients. Sourness helps keep the digestive tract moistened. This recipe was chosen as a tasty option for salad dressing. Curry and dill are optional - replace with your favorite...
Tangy and sticky-sweet to the tongue, this chutney has a unique component- the aromatic floral notes of lavender. Light, dreamy lavender essence melting into purple plums turns typically tangy chutney into a delicate, artisan experience.
Experiment with citrus. Lime meets "smooth and rich" coconut for a tangy "South Asian" sour in a Salad Dressing. Discovered at Cafe Gratitude in San Francisco, CA by Joseph. (Additional Keywords: Raw Foods, Organic, Vegetarian)
From "The Dinner Bell is Ringing", page 175, first printed in Charleston, South Carolina in December of 1974.
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...
Corn Cucumber salsa is fresh and bright, delicious on tortilla chips. Bring Corn Cucumber Salsa to the next pot-luck or picnic and watch it disappear to the tune of rave reviews. Chances are, standing over a hot stove in summertime isn't that...
Homemade salad dressings are quick, easy & tasty. Just combine a sweet, sour, salty and pungent. Voila!
Buttery and soft but savory and lighter. Warm, oily & creamy. Also including turmeric, asafoetida, and garnished with cilantro. Discovered in Pune, India eating thali platters.
This bright, sour, spicy pickle will revive sweet-logged taste buds. After a long winter of comfort food, notice how the aromatic ingredients clear the airways while...
Rustic with fresh harbs and sharp flavors.
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....
Raita's are a simple & striking yogurt condiments from India. There are nearly infinite variations of this versatile sauce, dip, salad and side dish rolled into one. This is yogurt as its best. Raitas are creamy & delicious, often taking less than five...
Corn is an ideal grain for spring. The acid in tomatoes helps wake up your body from hibernation in early Spring. Meanwhile, parsley is a strong diuretic to purge spring water weight.
Served over oatmeal and quinoa porridge with cloves and cardamom. Discovered in the candle cafe cookbook by Joy Pierson, Bart Potenza with Barbara Scott-Goodman.
Traditionally from the country of Georgia, the golden walnut oil is expressed by pressing the ground mixture. We invite you to try this excellent sauce for virtually any dish.
My mom always made simple, bright Italian sauce with very few spices. I added oregano and thyme to this recipe but she rarely does. We come from an Italian American family, maybe that's why we like to cook. But I can remember my grandfather...
Achar means pickle in Bengali. Bengali's have a number of different pickles and chutneys using mangoes, tamarind, other fruits and spices. We love the sour, savory spiciness of tamarind achar. It is altogether over-stimulating!
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’