Pumpkin curry is the quintessential fall dish as far as I’m concerned. Like many, I love “pumpkin spice", but I prefer savory flavors over sweet ones. This curry is the answer. Plus, it’s a recipe in alignment with Vata season: it’s warm, hearty, and spiced. As the weather cools down and pumpkins become ripe, this dish will bring comfort and nourishment.
Read MoreI love cooking during Vata season (fall and early winter), because produce options are abundant. You’ve got some late summer delights, like tomatoes and other nightshades, and you’ve got an early variety of squashes and pumpkins. Once combined, these ingredients make for vibrant and hearty dishes, which are the perfect compliment to the cold and dry weather of the season.
Read MoreIn the summer, I live off cooling veg + pasta salads. This one is a Tofu + Soba Noodle Salad. It's got all the goods and is perfectly satisfying for the remaining weeks of summer. If you haven’t cooked with soba noodles before, give em a try. They taste more earthy than typical pasta and are a nice way to mix up your typical routine. Plus, soba noodles cook in only 3 minutes! Keep them on hand for nights when you only have a total of 10 minutes to get pasta, leftover veg, and cheese or protein into a bowl for dinner.
Read MoreThis Vata-Balancing smoothie holds sweet, sour, and pungent tastes. It’s a good one for Vata doshas during the summer. You can pair it with a meal, have it in the morning, or as a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up. It’s also a nice one for Pitta dosha, since the herbal rose component cools the body.
Read MoreTempeh Spring Rolls are fun, fresh, and yummy! They're also versatile (use up whatever veggies you have) and great for kids, because you can lay out a bunch of fillings and let them decide how they want to build their roll.
Read MoreTurmeric lattes, also called “golden milk,” are the quintessential Ayurvedic drink. There are many versions of this beverage and I encourage to modify per your tastes. In the Ayuredic tradition, this beverage is best for afternoons and evenings due to its relaxing effect on the body. It’s a great way to unwind after your work day has ended and is particularly supportive in stressful times, or as a gentle sleep aid. For these reasons, vata doshas (or those with a vata imbalance) may find this drink particularly supportive.
Read MoreBoth rose and cardamom are fragrant and cooling in nature. Paired up with chia seeds, this breakfast/snack/dessert is a nutrient-dense and aromatic option. Perfect for pitta dosha in times of excess heat, or for any dosha in the summer months.
Read MoreI lean on soups like this when the weather gets cool and you need something quick and warming. Miso offers great flavor too. Even if you’re a soup novice, you can definitely make this delicious bowl.
Read MoreNourishing curry is bursting with flavor and keeps you satisfied all day. A combination of chickpeas, sweet potato, coconut milk, and spiced seeds create varied textures. This is an excellent one-pot meal to make ahead and bring along to work or have at-the-ready for your evening meal.
Read MoreI need a “crunch” on top of my meals! These seeds are one of my favorite ways to create a nutritious and satisfying crunch. Sprinkle these seeds on curries, soups, salads, smoothies, oatmeals/porridges, yogurts, etc. This is a versatile recipe. You can play with the flavors by adding a dash of your favorite spices.
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