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...
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.
Maple cream icing coats the tops of these rich walnut cookies. The warming hint of cinnamon and nutmeg gives layers of flavor to these tempting cookies. This fun and festive recipe is a jovial addition to your holiday cookie tin. Dip one into a...
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...
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...
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...
A savory twist on a typically sweet recipe, this hearty, thick smoothie is as filling as a small meal. While Ayurveda promotes taking the time to sit and savor each meal, it is inevitable you will have to eat on the run at some point. Rushing for your...
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...
When the weekend takeout cravings hit, whip up 'Cold Sesame Cucumber & Tofu Noodle Bowl' for a satisfying but wholesome 'fakeout' experience. Soon, you'll be immersed in the aromas, signature tastes and vibrant colours of Asian street food from the...
A savory twist on a traditionally sweet cookie recipe, 'No Bake Coconut Tahini Cookies' is a satisfying solution to enjoy when the 3pm slump hits. Have a batch prepared (you can store them in the freezer) and take one out as needed to curb afternoon...
Creamier than miso alone, tahini is white, warm, and hearty. It drinks and sleeps like warm milk. Thick and smooth. Traditional seaweed or chopped collard greens fortify the protein and fat rich base for autumn. Lemons make it brighter without taking...
n need of a little umph? Rosemary Lamb Kofta with Tahini will make you feel as strong as a mountain sheep scaling rocks. Let lamb's gamey taste remind you of the strong blood building qualities of red meat which also help you build internal heat....
A warming, nourishing smoothie that makes you feel calm and cozy while strengthening you down to your bones. Tahini strengthens muscles. Goat milk and tahini are both high in calcium. This rustic Tahini Goat's Milk Date Shake is just what the doctor...
"Does a Body Good" Nut and seed butters mixed into warm milk is a nourishing, grounding combination. By adding tahini, you will feel warm and satisfied. Sesame seeds are high in calcium, making this a wonderful drink for healthy bones. ...
Sesame seeds and molasses are rich in iron, making this recipe an excellent tonic for anemia. A single tablespoon of molasses gives you 20 percent of your daily iron intake. Sesame gives strength building ojas. The spiciness of ginger and cinnamon make...
Warming, slightly pungent and sticky, making cereal into a kind of Rice Krispie(tm) treat or energy bar. Experiment with alternatives to milk in cereal. Great for a snack! Discovered by Rose in Albuquerque.
Experiment with creamy, tahini sauce pastas. Add ground coriander seeds for warming flavors. Works well over warm cooked potatoes, or even cooked rice!
Lemon, raw onion and uncooked olive oil are perfect for springtime cleansing of the liver. Beans reduce cholesterol, and provide plenty of fiber for healthy elimination. Parsley is a strong diuretic for cleansing the blood and reducing water weight in...
Chocolate is a natural vasodilator for female reproductive organs. Sesame builds strength. For Kaphas, enjoy as a hot chocolate tea without tahini. If taste is not a concern, consider adding 1tsp damiana and 1 tsp fenugreek for stronger hormonal...
Honey & sesame strengthen and tonify. Cinnamon warms while vanilla makes this recipe soothing. Carob provides bulk fiber and a rustic toasty background. Perfect for building strength.
Awaken your taste buds from the first bite of this sweet, aromatic, pungent dip. Flavor-rich and enticingly vibrant, savor the perfect balance of bold, bright garlic and lemon alongside the oily tahini and sweet beets. It is rich and creamy - a great...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’