MUNG DAL, COCONUT & CILANTRO KITCHARI (PITTA REDUCING)

(4.78 out of 5 stars) 9 reviews, 4448 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.

GINGER BASIL LIMEADE

(4.67 out of 5 stars) 3 reviews, 2055 likes

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Sour lime mixes with spicy-sweet fresh ginger in this chilled beverage that will wake up your mind as it delights your palate. A refreshing glass of this Ginger Basil Limeade will help you feel as light and bright as the summer day. Pour yourself a...

QUINOA WITH MINT, CILANTRO & RED ONION

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 1462 likes

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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...

COCONUT RICE

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 1167 likes

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Cool, soothing, and nourishing, it's no surprise that Coconut Rice is a staple of so many tropical cuisines. Your digestion is much weaker when the weather is warm than when it is cool. Luckily, coconut rice is easy enough for your body to break down...

APPLE LIME SMOOTHIE WITH GINGER & CARDAMOM

(4.50 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 1112 likes

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Explore your creativity with sour smoothies. Apples with Ginger and Cardamom. Discovered in Albuquerque, NM.

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 & CILANTRO SAVORY PANCAKE

(1.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 878 likes

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Shake things up and experiment with Coconut & Cilantro savory pancakes. Unlike your average run-of-the-mill pancakes, it's impossible to resist Coconut and Cilantro Savory Pancakes as you hear them sizzle in the pan. Sprinkled with chewy coconut and...

BANANA SMOOTHIE WITH LIME AND CARDAMOM

(4.81 out of 5 stars) 16 reviews, 755 likes

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A great summertime drink!

BANANA WITH GHEE & CINNAMON

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 694 likes

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When you're hungry and in need of a quick snack, simply heat up some ghee, toss in some bananas, and watch them sizzle. A dash of spices, cinnamon and ginger, make these morsels quite delicious! This rich, nourishing snack couldn't be easier to make or...

RICE PUDDING

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 518 likes

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Rice pudding is sweet and delicious. It's also simple to make and liked by all. Traditional Indian rice pudding includes exotic spices like saffron and cardamom. It can be enjoyed both warm or chilled.

RAW ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH BASIL & AVOCADO SAUCE

(4.33 out of 5 stars) 3 reviews, 504 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...

BANANA & APPLE SMOOTHIE WITH GINGER

(4.29 out of 5 stars) 7 reviews, 497 likes

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On hot & lazy summer mornings, start your day with a refreshing, thirst quenching breakfast that replenishes your strength and vitality. This delicious smoothie is loved by kids and adults alike, and it's easy enough to blend up when friends and...

CAULIFLOWER & FENNEL BULB WITH ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 473 likes

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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...

COCONUT BEET SOUP

(4.80 out of 5 stars) 5 reviews, 472 likes

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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...

BANANAS WITH LEMON JUICE & FRESH CILANTRO

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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...

GRAPE JUICE CHAI WITH CARDAMOM, GINGER, TURMERIC

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 398 likes

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Herbal juices nourish as they heal. Sweet spices add stimulation to the rejuvenating fruits of the vine. This simple recipe was inspired by Dr. Vasant Lad's "The Textbook of Ayurveda".

HIBISCUS MINT SUN TEA

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 359 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...

COCONUT MILK, ALMOND BUTTER, DATE & VANILLA BEAN SMOOTHIE

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Rich and smooth, this 'Coconut Milk, Almond Butter, Date & Vanilla Bean Smoothie' provides some much needed, sweet comfort during a long, exhausting day. Its thick consistency and nut butter protein content makes it all the more filling and satisfying...

SALAD WITH BLOOD ORANGES & LEMON FENNEL DRESSING

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 318 likes

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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.

BLUEBERRY MINT GREEN SMOOTHIE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 278 likes

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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.

QUINOA STUFFED RED BELL PEPPERS WITH TARRAGON

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 276 likes

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Bright, warming red bell peppers are filled to brim with quinoas soft texture in this colorful late summer entree. You'll take comfort in the pleasantly soft, earthy goat cheese, spiced with black pepper and sprinkled with sea salt. Crunchy toasted...

CURRIED PLANTAINS QUESADILLA

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 3 reviews, 273 likes

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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...

BANANA ICE CREAM WITH ALMONDS

(4.60 out of 5 stars) 5 reviews, 272 likes

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Kids love ice-cream even when their parents eat Ayurvedically. In fact, we have a sneaking suspicion that parents love ice cream too! Banana ice-cream is much healthier than commercial ice-creams. This recipe promises to make your kids go ape. Plus,...

BARLEY SALAD WITH MINT, DILL, CUCUMBER, RAISINS

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 261 likes

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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...

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS WITH TAHINI & SPRING GREENS

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 260 likes

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Celebrate the joy of spring with Grilled Cauliflower Steak. Cauliflower steak is lighter and leaner than a traditional steak. Roasted on the outside, but soft on the inside, this vegetarian work of art will delight your palate. Served on a bed of...

RAW ZUCCHINI NOODLES & MINT WALNUT PESTO

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 259 likes

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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...

WATERMELON & BASIL SMOOTHIE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 4 reviews, 257 likes

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Watermelon invites children and adults alike to step out of the heat and enjoy a refreshing treat on a summer day. Full of delicious juice, watermelon cools your body and restores balance to overheated blood. Late June and early July is the perfect...

BANANA SMOOTHIE WITH KALE, LIME & CARDAMOM

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A great summertime drink!

CILANTRO JADE SOUP WITH CRUNCHY CUCUMBER & LIME

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 225 likes

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Like an emerald jade, cilantro juice soup is the perfect cooling summer treat. Entirely raw!

MANGO LASSI

(4.80 out of 5 stars) 5 reviews, 220 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, 221 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...

WATERMELON & CAYENNE PEPPER

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 213 likes

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Fruits are frequently garnished with cayenne pepper in tropical countries, where summer heat makes digestion sluggish.

QUINOA CUCUMBER & KALE SALAD

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 reviews, 209 likes

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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...

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...

CORN ON THE COB WITH CILANTRO & CORIANDER BUTTER

(3.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 191 likes

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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....

AVOCADO CUCUMBER GUACAMOLE

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Cool, smooth avocado cucumber guacamole cools pitta in summer heat, while offering nutritious fats that combat vata's dryness. It is also heavy, which calms vata's anxiety and pitta's temper. Kapha should enjoy avocado cucumber guacamole in...

PEACH BLACKBERRY BAKE WITH NUT CRUST

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Sticky, sweet, and satisfying, Peach Blackberry Bake with Nut Crust decadently invites you to slow down, relax, and enjoy a still moment of sensuality. An aromatic dash of fresh mint is a bright surprise to the nose and taste-buds. Enjoy this dish...

PITTA BALANCING TEA WITH ROSE PETALS & MINT

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 178 likes

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The pleasant aroma of rose petal, and the touch of sweetness, soothes and pleases Pitta, making Rose Petal and Mint tea a delectable treat!

RAW SOAKED OATMEAL WITH PUMPKIN SEEDS AND APRICOTS

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'Raw Soaked Oatmeal' is the perfect 'go to' morning meal for those busier times in life, especially if you tend to rush out the door on the way to work. It takes just a couple of minutes to combine the ingredients the evening before and voila! First...