MUNG DAL KITCHARI (VATA REDUCING)

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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...

ASPARAGUS SAFFRON RISOTTO WITH LEMON

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 6 ratings, 2853 likes

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Asparagus Saffron Risotto with Lemon is a perfect way to celebrate your first picnic in Spring, Italian style. Asparagus, saffron and lemon are naturally refreshing ways to

LEMON RICE WITH CASHEWS, PEAS, GHEE & CUMIN

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 2521 likes

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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.

RED LENTIL DAL

(4.73 out of 5 stars) 11 ratings, 2449 likes

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When I first discovered daal, I ate it every meal for a week in a row. Then I was so sick of daal I didn't eat it again for several months. Now we have a more stable relationship and I enjoy daal once a week.

MUNG DAL KITCHARI (KAPHA REDUCING)

(4.45 out of 5 stars) 11 ratings, 2432 likes

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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. As with Grandma's chicken soup, there...

CUMIN, CORIANDER & FENNEL TEA

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Cumin, Coriander, & Fennel tea (CCF tea) is one of the simplest and most famous Ayurvedic home formulas for detoxification, weight loss, and the burning up of excess water retention. This revitalizing yet mild blend gets right to the point by...

COCONUT CURRY PUMPKIN SOUP

(4.67 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 1501 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?...

GINGER DAL

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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...

APPLE CHUTNEY WITH INDIAN SPICES

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Sweet, sour and savory, a delicious and warm way to enjoy apples during the winter months.

PARSNIP, POTATO & CARROT SOUP WITH TURMERIC

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Experiment with bitter sweet parsnips and soft root vegetables. Inspireded by Grover Stock of Iowa (founder of https://sustainablelivingcoalition.org).

CURRIED CHICKPEA WITH CARROTS

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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,...

SIMPLE CUMIN RICE

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Cumin and coriander give a more rustic feel to nutty basmati.

CURRIED PLANTAINS QUESADILLA

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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...

COCONUT, TURMERIC & TOMATO SAMBAR SOUP

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 682 likes

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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...

SAVORY CORN PANCAKES

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Begin your spring morning right with Savory Corn Pancakes. Moist and hearty, accented with smoky-sharp chipotle and cumin, these rustic pancakes will make you smile first thing in the morning. A dash of apple cider vinegar gives soothing moisture to...

TAHINI SALAD DRESSING WITH CUMIN & HONEY

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 586 likes

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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.

TURMERIC & CUMIN RESCUE TEA

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As your body enters a natural cleanse cycle, the early days of Spring may be critical for your health. The heavy snowfall & dampness characteristic of February is a sure sign that spring is approaching. Winter fat starts to melt, clogging your...

BROWN RICE WITH CINNAMON & LENTIL

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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...

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS WITH RAISINS & CHIPOTLE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 530 likes

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This delicious little seed helps regulate insulin levels, kills parasites, and supports prostate health. Pumpkin seeds are also high in zinc.

POTATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO YOGURT SAUCE

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Ayurveda's version of a backyard barbecue favorite, the minty green yogurt sauce helps beat the summer heat!

CURRIED CHICK PEA WITH COLLARD GREENS

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Made with South Indian style spices like turmeric, mustard, fenugreek and cumin.

OKRA WITH COCONUT MILK

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Coconut milk and okra are heavy, cooling and smooth an irritated digestive tract.

SWEET POTATO FRIES & RED PEPPER HUMMUS

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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...

HOMEMADE HUMMUS

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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...

VEGAN CAULIFLOWER HOT WINGS

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A lively option to share at your next BBQ or among friends on Super Bowl Sunday. These 'Vegan Cauliflower Hot Wings' will add some excitement and flare to the veggie option. Be warned, this recipe is a true crowd pleaser and also slightly addictive!...

POPCORN WITH CORIANDER & CUMIN

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What is your favorite popcorn recipe? We're sharing our favorite flavors for fun, crunchy corn kernals.

BEET SOUP WITH LEMON JUICE & PARSLEY

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Simple, but with a Mediterranean flare.

SWEET POTATO & CHIPOTLE QUESADILLAS

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Serve these vegetarian 'Sweet Potato & Chipotle Quesadillas' at your next Mexican night - they are sure to leave your dinner guests wanting more! The smooth sweet potato mash combined with the crunch of kale and a crumble of feta add an exciting twist...

STAR ANISE & CINNAMON BLACK BEAN CHILI WITH MOLASSES & CHIPOTLE

(3.50 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 351 likes

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Anise, cinnamon, and chipotle chili add a warm, smoky feel, perfuming the beans, while black strap molasses adds a sweet, rich sauciness. We discovered this recipe while cooking over a campfire in northern New Mexico. A bowlful of this warming dish has...

OMELETTE WITH KALE, BEETS & GOAT CHEESE

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

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Warm, comforting with a bitter bite, this 'Omelette with Kale, Beets & Goat Cheese' is a hearty way to start your day. Build Strength & StaminaBoth eggs and goat cheese are heavy and oily. These qualities build tissue and...

POTATO & CAULIFLOWER WITH TOMATO & CUMIN

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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...

SWEET PEA GUACAMOLE

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Do you love creamy guacamole but don't love the digestive heaviness that follows? This lighter, sweeter alternative provides the satisfaction of traditional guacamole without leaving you feeling sluggish, heavy, or bloated. Fresh, springy sweet peas...

GRITS WITH OKRA & GREEN CHILI

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Gritty, savory and a touch spicy, Grits with Okra, Cumin and Cilantro gets your day started with both comfort and invigoration. Early morning in the dusty, sweltering South begins with grits. In fact, the region from Virginia to Texas is referred to...

SWEET POTATO WRAPPED IN KALE DRIZZLED WITH TAHINI

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Bite into Sweet Potato Wrapped in Kale and your lips are met by fibrous, sligthly bitter kale followed by the surprisingly sweet, soft sweet potato center. Rich, heavy tahini sauce warms you down to your bones. A Universal...

CORN SPICED WITH CUMIN & CORIANDER

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Drying recipe suitable for spring.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD WITH PINE NUTS & ARUGULA

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 205 likes

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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...

HOLIDAY SPICE BLEND - CHURNA

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Spice up your life with an Ayurvedic spice blend. Spices not only add flavor and balance to your meal, but act as digestive aids as well. Spices have many medicinal properties, as illustrated by the saying, "Let your food be your medicine and let your...

TOFU SCRAMBLE WITH KALE, FENNEL & TOMATO

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Enjoy 'Tofu Scramble with Kale, Fennel & Tomato' for Sunday brunch. Combine this easy to prepare meal with the weekend newspapers and a hot cup of Body-Kind Coffee. Relax...

CRUNCHY CHIPS IN SWEET & SAVORY SAUCE

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 195 likes

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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...