Showing posts with label Ayurveda. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ayurveda. Show all posts

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Zesty Cilantro Pesto Sauce

Ingredients:
1 cup packed fresh Cilantro Leaves (1 bunch)
2 tablespoons roasted Sunflower Seeds
2 tablespoons Ghee or extra-virgin Olive Oil
4 tablespoons plain Yogurt
1/4 teaspoon Sambal Sauce (to spice things up)
2 tablespoons Lemon juice (1/2 lemon)
2 tablespoons water
Salt to taste

Directions:
Toss everything in a food processor or blender for about a minute and blend.
Serve with pasta or sautéed veggies.
Can be used as a dip for spring rolls or hot wings.

This is a pitta approved meal per the Ayurveda food guidelines.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Spiced Oatmeal

Ingredients:
1/3 cup sliced soaked Almonds
3 cups water
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons raisins
1/4 teaspoon ground Cardamon
1/4 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
1 tablespoon Chia seeds
1 Banana, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons Maple Syrup

Directions:
Bring the water to a boil.
Add the oats, raisins, spices and chia seeds, reduce heat.
Simmer for 10 minutes.
Drizzle with maple syrup and almonds.
Serve with a sliced banana.

NOTE: This is an Ayurvedic meal that is recommended for people that have the Vata-Pitta Dosha.