MUNG DAL, COCONUT & CILANTRO KITCHARI (PITTA REDUCING)

(4.70 out of 5 stars) 10 ratings, 7918 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.

SWEET POTATO WITH KALE & GINGER

(4.92 out of 5 stars) 13 ratings, 6443 likes

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Orange like the rising sun, wrapped in bitter green crispness, sweet potatoes with kale make you feel brightly alive. Sweet potatoes give this meal substance, while kale's lightness bring this dish into a perfect balance. Ginger adds its pungent...

KALE & CARROT SOUP WITH GINGER, FENNEL & LIME

(4.36 out of 5 stars) 11 ratings, 4486 likes

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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

(4.75 out of 5 stars) 4 ratings, 4178 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...

ALMOND DATE SHAKE WITH CINNAMON

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 14 ratings, 4121 likes

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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

(4.87 out of 5 stars) 15 ratings, 3795 likes

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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...

MUNG DAL KITCHARI (VATA REDUCING)

(4.69 out of 5 stars) 16 ratings, 3758 likes

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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...

POTATO LATKES

(4.50 out of 5 stars) 6 ratings, 3454 likes

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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

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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...

ASPARAGUS SAFFRON RISOTTO WITH LEMON

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 6 ratings, 2839 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

CARROT GINGER SOUP

(4.92 out of 5 stars) 13 ratings, 2812 likes

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Simple and delicious

QUINOA WITH MINT, CILANTRO & RED ONION

(4.60 out of 5 stars) 5 ratings, 2692 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...

BODY-KIND COFFEE

(4.43 out of 5 stars) 7 ratings, 2619 likes

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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...

LEMON RICE WITH CASHEWS, PEAS, GHEE & CUMIN

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 2507 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.

SWEET POTATO & SPICY PECAN CRISP

(4.60 out of 5 stars) 10 ratings, 2487 likes

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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 &...

RED LENTIL DAL

(4.73 out of 5 stars) 11 ratings, 2441 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.

COCONUT RICE

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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...

MUNG DAL KITCHARI (KAPHA REDUCING)

(4.45 out of 5 stars) 11 ratings, 2426 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...

BAKED PEAR WITH CARDAMOM

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 2417 likes

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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....

KITCHARI FOR THE AMERICAN KITCHEN

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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. Think of kitchari as the vegetarian...

POTATO LEEK SOUP WITH FENNEL SEEDS & RED PEPPER FLAKES

(4.80 out of 5 stars) 5 ratings, 2246 likes

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If "fresh bright green" had a taste, it would be Potato Leek Soup with Fennel Seeds. Smooth, rich and refined, this creamy soup is only made more enticing by the spicy sizzle of red pepper flakes.Dairy-Free Creamy SoupCream based...

APPLE LIME SMOOTHIE WITH GINGER & CARDAMOM

(4.60 out of 5 stars) 5 ratings, 2207 likes

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

CINNAMON OATMEAL WITH ALMONDS & MILK

(4.83 out of 5 stars) 6 ratings, 2149 likes

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Warm, rustic, and nourishing, this creamy oatmeal sticks to your ribs. This warming winter breakfast will feel comforting in your tummy, while satiating your appetite all the way to lunchtime.Easy to DigestOats are an ideal...

ASPARAGUS, GINGER & BLACK PEPPER CREAM OF RICE SOUP

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 2113 likes

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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...

LEMON & SPICE WEIGHT LOSS TEA

(4.71 out of 5 stars) 17 ratings, 2051 likes

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Lemon & Spice Weight Loss Tea combines peppy cayenne and zesty lemon with gusto and verve. When celebrations with heavy foods and desserts leave you groggy and tired the next morning, Lemon & Spice addes a sparkle to the eye and an enthusiastic boost.

CABBAGE SOUP DIET

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The Cabbage Soup diet was famous in the faxlore of the 1980s. While Ayurveda does not encourage a cabbage soup mono-diet, cabbage soup can be a healthy addition to a well-rounded diet. Here is the Ayurvedic version.

COCONUT & CILANTRO SAVORY PANCAKE

(2.75 out of 5 stars) 4 ratings, 2003 likes

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Shake things up and experiment with Coconut & Cilantro Savory Pancakes. These are unlike your average run-of-the-mill pancakes. Sprinkled with chewy coconut and bright cilantro. They're impossible to resist!Appropriate for any meal of the day,...

PEPPERMINT COCOA SHAKE

(4.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 1969 likes

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The heavenly Peppermint Cocoa Shake brings a jovial smile to your lips with its smooth and creamy sweetness. Everyone loves milkshakes, but it's hard to find one that loves you back. This dairy-free, naturally sweet treat complete with aromatic spices...

POTATOES IN ROASTED SESAME & COCONUT WITH LIME

(4.67 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 1795 likes

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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...

VATA BALANCING TEA WITH GINGER & CARDAMOM

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 1782 likes

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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...

CUMIN, CORIANDER & FENNEL TEA

(4.92 out of 5 stars) 13 ratings, 1674 likes

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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...

GOLD MILK

(4.92 out of 5 stars) 25 ratings, 1650 likes

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Gold milk is the fabled "milk and honey" of the promised land and provides tremendous nourishment. Its fragrant spices will awaken your appetite for its nurturing satisfaction. In South Asia, people believe milk is sacred because it (along with fruits)...

CARROTS WITH THYME

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 1578 likes

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Fresh herbs season a simple dish perfectly!

BANANA SMOOTHIE WITH LIME AND CARDAMOM

(4.83 out of 5 stars) 18 ratings, 1507 likes

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A great summertime drink!

COCONUT CURRY PUMPKIN SOUP

(4.67 out of 5 stars) 3 ratings, 1492 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?...

BUTTERNUT SQUASH OVER COCONUT QUINOA WITH BASIL

(4.78 out of 5 stars) 9 ratings, 1459 likes

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Nourishing Basil Butternut Squash over Coconut Quinoa will soothe your body and mind. Butternut squash, soaked in coconut milk and ghee, carries a signature of comfort. Silky coconut milk and the freshness of basil form a perfect blend of satisfaction...

SALMON QUINOA BURGER

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 1432 likes

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Vitality, strength, and salty hardiness are the essence of a Salmon Burger. Bright lemon zest awakens your appetite for this hearty meal. Have a long, hard day ahead? A Salmon Burger is just what you need to feel strong at the very end of the day. ...

CHICKPEA WITH COCONUT PESTO

(4.88 out of 5 stars) 8 ratings, 1404 likes

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Never feel bored again. Pesto is the perfect antidote when you have the food blahs. Just add them to your favorite dish.

CARROT GINGER SOUP WITH PARSNIPS & COLLARD GREENS

(4.83 out of 5 stars) 6 ratings, 1381 likes

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This simple soup greets you with sweet and savory notes in a light, nurturing broth. It is a nice way to introduce parsnips if you're unfamiliar with them. Their taste blends nicely with carrots and they look almost the same. Parsnip is the albino...