
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...
Kitchari is Ayurveda's perfect food, indicated in times of recovery as well as cleansing. Kitchari can even be the centerpiece of a mono-diet or fast, as it is a simple food that supplements the healing process. Think of kitchari as the vegetarian...
Never feel bored again. Pesto is the perfect antidote when you have the food blahs. Just add them to your favorite dish.
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...
Complex, spicy, sweet, sour, savory, you name it- every flavor you can dream up has its place in Indian curry. Spice up mild chickpeas and sweet carrots with pungent ginger, cayenne, cinnamon, and cumin, bitter fenugreek, aromatic cloves and cardamom,...
Mashed broccoli has a softer feel. Olives and lemon bring the taste and sours alive.
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...
This is a variation of the popular Middle Eastern Dish 'Mujadarrah'. The astringency of lentils cleanses the GI. Onions and garlic add a hearty feel. Sours and spices improve the digestibility of the lentils, which might otherwise be gasey. To pacify...
The French are known for their salads. Every French person I've met knew how to make their own, homemade, salad dressing. Dressings are often made of sweet, savory, sour and pungent. There are many substitutes. To experiment with your own salad...
If you've got the munchies for something crunchy, Kale delivers. Kale chips are a refreshing treat to wake up your taste buds and satisfy your craving for a light, crunchy snack. The secret to vibrant Kale dishes is in the preparation! With a little...
This delicious little seed helps regulate insulin levels, kills parasites, and supports prostate health. Pumpkin seeds are also high in zinc.
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...
Add a splash of color to your homemade hummus with some warming roasted red bell pepper. Spice things up and create this smooth dip to serve along side freshly cooked sweet potato fries. Despite the rich and creamy texture of this hummus, it is...
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...
Earthy, sweet blood red beets brighten the cloudy days of early spring with their vibrancy. Smooth texture with light oil, the rich sour flavor of balsamic glaze awakens your senses just as the nearing sun awakens nature in early springtime. An...
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...
Earthy, crunchy asparagus brightens your plate with its declaration of springtime. Drizzled mustard sauce awakens you with its spicy attitude. Aromatic and earthy, tarragon adds a layer of rustic complexity to entice the palate. What a dish for...
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....
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...
Rosemary lends a rustic feel to the sweet, orange butternut squash.
An easy to digest meal.
Hearty wild rice is paired with twangy cranberry and rustic rosemary in this warm holiday favorite. Add hearty almonds for a satisfying dish that will please your guests both in taste and effect- Wild Rice with Cranberry and Almonds makes you feel...
In February you naturally crave stimulating foods to wake up your body from a long winter of hibernation. Parsley's crunchiness is uniquely satisfying after a long winter of comfort foods. Parsley green goodness refreshes and purifies your blood. It...
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...
This quick and flexible vegetarian recipe serves 1 to 10! Garlic and parmesan cheese provide savory flavors and balance the bitterness of Kale.
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...
Light, fresh and cooling, 'Grapefruit, Quinoa & Fennel Salad with Mint' will help you beat the heat this summer. Unwind with friends outside on a warm June afternoon with a generous bowl and feel the stress of your day start to melt away. Quinoa leaves...
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...
The hearty warmth of rosemary olive oil is a stirring contrast to the bright and cheery essence of peach in this dashing adaption of peaches & cream. The aromatic rosemary is sharp & full of invigorating passion. It's warmth collides vividly with the...
Light yet hearty, arugula brings a fresh peppery flavor to the sweet satisfaction of butternut squash. This vibrant dish will help you feel as fresh and bright as an early spring garden. Toss some toasted pine nuts in the mix to finish this recipe with...
Red onion brings a purple hue to white and green. A fresh, lively, light summer snack.
Bring back the bitters! In nature the predominant taste is bitter. Every time you eat bitters you are bringing your body back to nature, the diet we ate in paleolithic times. Not so great for Vata but Kapha pacifying.
A traditional roast leg of lamb with a smooth mint and pistachio sauce. Serve this dish on a Sunday afternoon to bring the whole family together. Use this quality time at the table to catch up and share stories of the week passed. Walk off the...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’