
Roasted Rice with Dates, Cinnamon & Cardamom
Roasted Rice with Dates, Cinnamon & Cardamom has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 7
Enticing aromatic spices...
Kale & Carrot Soup with Ginger, Fennel & Lime
Kale & Carrot Soup with Ginger, Fennel & Lime has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 6
This soup was developed primarily to relieve acid reflux. Kale and bitters reduce stagnation in the digestive tract and clear heat. Carrot and vegetables with beta-carotene reduce Pitta. Fennel improves digestion without increasing Pitta. Fresh ginger...
Ginger Basil Limeade
Ginger Basil Limeade has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
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...
Almond Date Shake with Cinnamon
Almond Date Shake with Cinnamon has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 5
Frothy Almond Date Shake nurtures and comforts your whole body, making it a the perfect addition to an Ayurvedic diet. Dates add charm and sweetness to the shake, while a slice of fiery ginger and a dash of spicy cinnamon heat up this elegant blend,...
Butternut Squash Soup with Fennel, Ginger & Garlic
Butternut Squash Soup with Fennel, Ginger & Garlic has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 14
Butternut Squash Soup with Garlic, Fennel, and Ginger offers warmth & satisfaction for the season. After a summer of absorbing the sun's energy, farm-fresh Butternut Squash is ripe, sweet, and ready for autumn consumption. It is no wonder that the...
Potato Latkes
Potato Latkes has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 8
Crispy and hot around the edges, sizzling Potato Latkes will be devoured as soon as they leave the frying pan. As this fun & hearty treat sizzles in the pan, it will warms your heart in the cold winter. Bright green scallions sprinkled on top add a...
Cream of Rice Soup with Cilantro, Ginger, Garlic & Ghee
Cream of Rice Soup with Cilantro, Ginger, Garlic & Ghee has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 9
Experiment with cream of rice soups. Called "Congee" in Chinese Medicine, cream of rice soups are the "chicken soup" of China. A warm breakfast for the winter season. Discovered in Pune, India while thinking about Southern Grits from Asheville, North...
Body-Kind Coffee
Body-Kind Coffee has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
Coffee is stimulating and depleting, but adding butter & coconut oil can help mitigate the harmful effects of coffee. Grass-fed butter and nourishing coconut oil contain stable, healthy saturated fats that soothe your nerves and help protect your...
Sweet Potato & Spicy Pecan Crisp
Sweet Potato & Spicy Pecan Crisp has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 9
Country-Home Sweet Potato & Spicy Pecan Crisp is a satisfying way to spend an evening before the fire. Recline in your favorite easy chair as you enjoy soft, comforting sweet potatoes. This treat will fill your home with a nutty aroma of roasted oats &...
Coconut Rice
Coconut Rice has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 11
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...
Asparagus, Ginger & Black Pepper Cream of Rice Soup
Asparagus, Ginger & Black Pepper Cream of Rice Soup has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 5
A simple rice congee great for late spring colds and congestion. Like chicken soup but without the heaviness of chicken. Black pepper stimulates circulation and lightens the step. Discovered at Congee Village, a Chinese Restaurant in Manhattan, NY on...
Vata Balancing Tea with Ginger & Cardamom
Vata Balancing Tea with Ginger & Cardamom has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 4 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 4
Enjoy the pungent and sweet aroma of ginger in this Vata balancing tea. Aromatic cardamom and lime juice bring springtime freshness with your first sip. The spices and the sweetness of the raw sugar brings a festive, smile-inducing flair. This tea...
Potatoes in Roasted Sesame & Coconut with Lime
Potatoes in Roasted Sesame & Coconut with Lime has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 4 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 4
Enjoy the nutty aroma of coconut & sesame roasting in your kitchen. Crunchy, roasted coconut shavings and sesame seeds are sprinkled over soft potatoes. Then, a splash of lime juice makes this tropical treat irresistible. Coconut and sesame offer...
Roasted Coconut Sesame Oatmeal
Roasted Coconut Sesame Oatmeal has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, gooey, and salty. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 12
Enjoy the satisfying creaminess of piping hot oatmeal topped with the nutty aroma of roasted sesame and coconut. As the weather turns cool in early fall, your body seems to crave the hearty warmth of roasted nuts & grains. Here the bold & flavorful...
Coconut Beet Soup
Coconut Beet Soup has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 10
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...
Raw Zucchini Noodles with Basil & Avocado Sauce
Raw Zucchini Noodles with Basil & Avocado Sauce has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 15
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...
Carrots with Lemon & Honey
Carrots with Lemon & Honey has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
Yellow lemon with sweet honey over sweet carrots made pungent by ginger.
Rice Pudding
Rice Pudding has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 70
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.
Fennel Bulb Pesto
Fennel Bulb Pesto has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 8
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...
Asparagus & Mushroom Rice with Black Pepper
Asparagus & Mushroom Rice with Black Pepper has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 6
Snappy green asparagus add freshness to earthy, soft mushrooms in rice. Joyful Belly discovered this recipe as a mushroom risotto in a small restaurant off a dark alley in Venice.
Coconut Milk, Almond Butter, Date & Vanilla Bean Smoothie
Coconut Milk, Almond Butter, Date & Vanilla Bean Smoothie has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 12
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...
Ginger Rice with Carrots & Zucchini
Ginger Rice with Carrots & Zucchini has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 17
A simple favorite with the intention of helping Vata.
Simple Cumin Rice
Simple Cumin Rice has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 5
Cumin and coriander give a more rustic feel to nutty basmati.
Banana & Apple Smoothie with Ginger
Banana & Apple Smoothie with Ginger has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 9
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...
Nature's Fudge (Almond Butter Stuffed Dates)
Nature's Fudge (Almond Butter Stuffed Dates) has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
Smooth almond butter and sweet dates combine in "Nature's Fudge" to satisfy your belly and your soul. Rich & creamy, almond butter adds heartiness and satisfaction to this simple snack. Cinnamon's warmth is sprinkled in to delight you with the flavors...
Idly
Idly has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 2 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 2
Experiment with fermented batters. Rich, complex flavors, easier to digest and more nutritious. Fermented foods are rich in vitamin B12.
Vegetable Soup with Carrots & Limes
Vegetable Soup with Carrots & Limes has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 17
Experiment with soft root vegetables. Inspireded by Grover Stock of Iowa (founder of https://sustainablelivingcoalition.org).
Ginger Glazed Salmon with Dijon Mustard
Ginger Glazed Salmon with Dijon Mustard has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 12
Sweet and spicy glazed salmon is the creamy, restorative tonic you naturally crave after a stressful day's work. Salmon is a rich protein full of nourishing fats and oils that calms the mind and brings you back to earth. Fresh ginger and a bit of fiery...
Coconut & Sweet Potato Soup with Nettles
Coconut & Sweet Potato Soup with Nettles has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 15
Tangy lime meets silky coconut milk and nurturing sweet potato in a dish that will make your mouth water! Cook up a delicious pot of this soup to combat the mental and physical stresses of the holiday season, or any time you are feeling the need for...
Hibiscus Mint Sun Tea
Hibiscus Mint Sun Tea has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
Refresh and revitalize. Hibiscus with mint is particularly refreshing on a hot summer's day, with cooling properties that bring arctic relief. Hibiscus flower improves liver function and restores your liver, which may be taxed by the heat. Mint...
Acorn Squash with Ghee & Maple Syrup
Acorn Squash with Ghee & Maple Syrup has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 8
Affectionate Acorn Squash with Ghee & Maple Syrup comforts your heart with its abundant coziness, bringing the bounty of the autumn harvest to your home. As the sweetest of the squashes, this seasonal staple is sure to satisfy your appetite for fall...
Pumpkin Waffles with Pecan Maple Syrup
Pumpkin Waffles with Pecan Maple Syrup has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 24
Treat yourself to the sticky-satisfying sweetness of Pumpkin Waffles drizzled with crunchy Pecans & Maple Syrup this weekend. Autumn-harvested pumpkin softens your mood and offers the rustic coziness you naturally crave as fall sets in. Topped with the...
Baked Apple with Rosemary
Baked Apple with Rosemary has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 10
Comfort is KeyWhen you're curled up in front of the fire and craving a comforting treat, look no further than 'Baked Apple and Rosemary'. Its nourishing sweetness gives the same joy as a warm hug and helps calm the nervous system,...
No Bake Almond, Date & Ginger Cookies
No Bake Almond, Date & Ginger Cookies has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 11
Soft and chewy, these 'No Bake Almond, Date & Ginger Cookies' will evoke memories of your childhood Christmases. The warming qualities and pungent taste of ginger stokes the digestive fire and supports the body to digest the heavy almond butter, oats...
Coconut Mint Chutney
Coconut Mint Chutney has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 3 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 3
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.
Sesame Seed Treats with Ginger & Ghee
Sesame Seed Treats with Ginger & Ghee has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 4 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 4
Rich and decadent to the tastes, this nutty morsel even delivers a delightful ginger zing. Don't let their small size fool you- this sweet treat is heavy and filling, making it a perfect small dessert or an energy packed bite on the hiking trails.
Ginger, Salt & Lime Appetizer
Ginger, Salt & Lime Appetizer has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 1 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 1
A classic Ayurvedic recipe to prepare digestion before a meal. Red ginger pickle is also used in Japan; there it is made with vinegar and shisho leaves.
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...
Coconut Milk, Chia Seed & Vanilla Bean Pudding
Coconut Milk, Chia Seed & Vanilla Bean Pudding has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing, pitta balancing, and gooey. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 33
If you're looking for simple & easy smiles, try this 'Coconut Milk, Chia Seed & Vanilla Bean Pudding'. Sweet coconut milk & chia seed pudding is the ultimate soothing & nourishing dessert. With not much more to do than combine the ingredients and let...
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Raisins & Chipotle
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Raisins & Chipotle has qualities that may be beneficial to you. It received 5 out of 5 stars in your Dry Summer diet because it is vata balancing and pitta balancing. For your current diet, these effects were desirable.
Relevancy Score: 5
This delicious little seed helps regulate insulin levels, kills parasites, and supports prostate health. Pumpkin seeds are also high in zinc.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’