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Saag Paneer

Saag Paneer

SERVES: 4 | ESTIMATED TIME: 45 MINUTES | SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: NONE Saag, also known as sag or saga, can be made with a variety of dark leaf vegetables, though in this recipe, plenty of spinach is in the spotlight. Saag paneer is a dish that somehow manages to be both decadent yet exceptionally nutritious. Also often used are mustard greens, collards, fenugreek, etc. The spinach is wilted down until it’s meltingly soft in a variety of fragrant spices and studded with marinated paneer. INGREDIENTS 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder, divided (substitute: cayenne powder) Kosher salt 2 tbsp...

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Chai Spice Bliss Balls

Chai Spice Bliss Balls

YIELD: 25 - 30 | ESTIMATED TIME: 45 MINUTES | SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: FOOD PROCESSOR Whether it’s a quick breakfast or mid-day snack, these bliss balls offer quick and easy nutrition for a mighty health kick. Made with whole, raw superfood ingredients, no added sugar, and a warm homemade chai-inspired spice blend, these convenient bite-sized balls are a perfectly satisfying snack to curb any sweet tooth. Our bliss balls offer a range of health benefits from their great source of gut-friendly fiber and prebiotics, a boost of antioxidants and omega 3, plant-based protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. In addition, we...

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Roasted Cauliflower

Whole Roasted Spiced Cauliflower

Serves: 2 main courses, 4 sides | Estimated time: 1 ½ - 2 ½ hours | Special Equipment: mortar and pestle Whether you’re a meat-eater looking for a side dish or a vegetarian searching for an entrée, this whole roasted cauliflower is a satisfyingly healthy meal addition. Coated in seasoned ghee and roasted until golden, the cauliflower becomes infused with spice and lemon. To ensure a fork-tender roast, an oven-safe container of water is placed on the oven floor to generate steam. Once the water has evaporated, the outer florets become slightly-charred and crispy for extra flavor and texture. Serve...

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Butternut Squash Soup

Cocurcumin Butternut Squash Soup

SERVES: 4—6 | TOTAL PREP TIME: 1 HOUR 15 MINS | SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: STANDARD OR IMMERSION BLENDER When the temperatures drop and the skies are blanketed in grey, when the leaves brown and descend from their branches, cozy up with a bowl of butternut squash soup this autumn. Roasted and caramelized squash gets friendly in the blender with warm, earthy spices and a broth of your choice for a creamy and hearty soup though without the cream. Simple, comforting, and nourishing, this soup is a quintessential autumn staple. INGREDIENTS 4 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 large butternut squash (about 4...

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Vegan Mango Honey Ice Cream

Vegan Mango Honey Ice Cream

SERVES: 4—6 | TOTAL PREP TIME: 20 MINS | SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: BLENDER Enjoy homemade vegan ice cream made simply with just 5 ingredients and a blender. This healthy dessert is naturally sweetened with fresh mangoes and honey, warmly spiced with cardamom and our proprietary CoCurcumin mix, and made creamy with full-fat coconut milk. Reduced fat coconut milk can be substituted however, you may end up with a sorbet-like consistency.   INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh mango puree (3-5 mangoes) 2 cups cup full-fat coconut milk ¼ cup raw honey (substitute: monkfruit sugar) 1 ½ tbsp CoCurcumin (substitute: ground turmeric) ½ tsp...

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Zucchini Herb Fritters

Zucchini Herb Fritters with Cumin Lime Yogurt

YIELD: 9–12 FRITTERS | TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR | SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: STRAINER Heaps of fresh herbs and in-season zucchini share the stage with these fritters. Using a variety of herbs provides bright and herbaceous flavor while keeping the fritters light and healthy for an appetizer, lunch, or snack. A hint of cumin gives the dish earthy undertones without being too overwhelming. Be cautious when substituting whole cumin seeds with its ground counterpart as ground spices tend to be more concentrated in flavor and can easily overpower accompanying ingredients. For a creamy and cooling addition to your fritters, add a generous...

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yellow safron risotto in a bowl

Summer Vegetable Saffron Risotto

Cooking and eating with the seasons means fresher ingredients, higher nutrition, and a deeper connection with nature and Earth. Our recipe for Summer Vegetable Saffron Risotto is an aromatic and creamy rice dish with the flexibility to choose the summer produce available to you. We developed this recipe using a hands-free cooking method where most of the work happens in the oven rather than continuously stirring the pot over the stovetop (which can still be done with this recipe if you choose). While in the oven, the rice cooks to al dente as the saffron gives it a naturally vibrant...

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CoCurcumin Recipes

Finally, Curcumin & CoQ10 together with coconut milk for maximum absorption! CoCurcumin™ is a highly absorbable form of turmeric and CoQ10. To aid in absorption we have bound our purified curcuminoids and CoQ10 to medium chain triglycerides derived from dried coconut milk. MCTs aid in fat metabolism and energy production while lending a mild coconut flavor to the formula. CoCurcumin also contains a traditional digestive combination called trikatu which includes black pepper, enhancing the efficacy of turmeric. Using the traditional wisdom of Indian medicine, we have enhanced the absorbability of curcuminoids and CoQ10, to provide a tasty way to support...

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Summer Recipes 2019

SUMMER SQUASH WITH HORSE GRAM Horse gram is like a lentil bean that is packed with protein. Easily digestible after soaking, these beans are great for the urinary health. ¾ cup horse gram beans 6 cloves of garlic, crushed ½ medium onion, diced 1-2 fresh chilis (optional) ½ teaspoon turmeric 2 ½ cup water ½ cup crushed tomatoes 1-2 tablespoons ghee 1 cup chopped summer squash (green and yellow are most popular) 1.5 teaspoons brown mustard seeds Salt and pepper to taste Go through the horse gram and remove any debris. Soak the horse gram beans in lukewarm water overnight....

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Easy-To-Digest Spring Recipes

By Dr. Anju Sodhi (Bams, ND) SPRING GINGER DAL Easy to digest foods is critical this time of year. The Agni, digestive fire, must be kindled and protected. This dal recipe provides easy to digest protein, functional foods that aid in digestion and is hearty without being heavy. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup yellow lentil (toor dal) ¼ teaspoon green chilis 1 cup whole spinach 2 tablespoons ghee ½ teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 2 pinches dried red chili flakes (optional) 3 inches of fresh chopped ginger 1 teaspoon CoCurcumin Kosher salt to taste ¼ cup cilantro...

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Spring Recipes For Immunity And Fertility

By Dr. Anju Sodhi (Bams, ND) It's springtime and we have some ama to get rid of. During this season of birth and growth, some people are feeling the need to conceive children. The recipes below can help with conception but also nurture those without the itch to grow families. The reproductive organs are the last tissue in Ayurvedic nutrition to receive nutrients. They are the most refined and strongest organs that not only produce gametes but also the immune system. These recipes are made to nurture the reproductive system to support immunity, increase chances of getting pregnant, and burn...

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December Recipes

By Dr. Anju Sodhi (Bams, ND) Welcome to the holiday season! December concludes the year and gives us time to reflect on the events of the last 11 months. This month also allows for planning our best foot forward in the coming beautiful year. These recipes provide easy to digest but wholesome foods that will help the body be resilient this holiday season and jumpstart a healthy new year! VEGETABLE CURRY SOUP This is the best time of year to enjoy soup. However, some soups come with cream making them heavy. This vegetable curry soup is filling but light. This...

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November Recipes

By Dr. Anju Sodhi (Bams, ND) November is a dry and windy month. Most of the leaves from trees are littering the ground, reminding us that is time to let go and rejuvenate. This month, we focus on bringing warm, unctuousness, and calm to this transformative month. PUMPKIN DAL Pumpkin contains vitamin C and E, important molecules in strong immune systems. Chana dal provides clean and long-standing protein to make this meal hearty and long-lasting. Spiced with turmeric, an immunomodulator, and spices to improve digestion, this stew-like dish will please everyone in the family. Ingredients: 1 Cup Chana dal (split...

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October Recipes

Fall is a time where the cold, rough, and dry qualities of Vata come out to play. These qualities are needed to shed leaves and prepare for winter. To combat the overexpression of these qualities in our bodies, we must nourish ourselves in ways that bring healthy amounts of warm, oily, and moist qualities. Please enjoy these recipes during this beautiful time of year. PUMPKIN SOUP Soup is an easy way to get warm and moisturizing food into the body. Pumpkin is easy to digest and nutrient packed food, armed with natural vitamin C and E for antioxidant support. Soaked...

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Fall Recipes For September

By Dr. Anju Sodhi (Bams, ND) As we wind into the fall, vata is on the rise. With school starting, many kids are feeling a little restless and put off. For adults, the changing season reminds us that the relaxation found during the summer is reducing. Sweetness is needed for this recipe; feel free to use either maple syrup OR honey. These recipes will help reduce vata and keep us warm as we watch the changing leaves. NIGHT TIME MILK FOR FALL This milk drink will ease vata and allow us to get a good night’s rest. Saffron will help...

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Summer Recipes For August

Summer is ending and the body is getting to release some heat. Digestion should be strong yet being gentle to the body with our diet will ease the Vata of fall. Enjoy horse gram and okra with white rice and remember to treat yourself with probiotic-filled yogurt. SUMMER SQUASH WITH HORSE GRAM Horse gram is like a lentil bean that is packed with protein. Easily digestible after soaking, these beans are great for the urinary health. ¾ cup horse gram beans 6 cloves of garlic, crushed ½ medium onion, diced 1-2 fresh chili peppers (optional) ½ teaspoon turmeric 2 ½...

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