Ayurvedic Recipes
"When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use;
when diet is correct, medicine is of no need."
— Traditional Ayurvedic Proverb
In Ayurveda, the ancient ‘Science of Life’ food is seen as one of our greatest and most accessible forms of medicine. Every ingredient we choose, every meal we prepare is an opportunity to bring the body back into balance and to nourish the deeper currents of life within us.
When we eat with the seasons, we naturally align ourselves with nature’s rhythms, grounding and warming in the colder months, cooling and refreshing in the heat of summer. Herbs and spices are treasured in Ayurveda for their potent healing properties: gently kindling digestion, clearing stagnation, calming the mind, and supporting the body’s natural vitality.
I include these recipes here to help you align with your true nature, empowering you to learn how to choose and prepare the foods that best support your unique prakruti (constitution) and vikruti (current state of balance or imbalance). Through conscious nourishment, we have the opportunity to reconnect with the wisdom of our bodies and to live more vibrantly, in tune with the ever-changing dance of life.
Sri Lankan Dahl
Beetroot leaves are a rich source of Vitamin A, C, B6 and K, magnesium, potassium and iron. This delicious Sri Lankan dish with mung dahl, onions and spices is quick and easy to make.
Fruit Salad – the Ayurvedic Way
Fruit salads are an excellent choice, particularly for Pitta and Kapha body types. I add a dollop of vegan yogurt containing ground pumpkin, sesame and flax seeds for added protein and calcium.
Cleansing Kale, Pea and Spinach Soup
To keep our metabolism strong in early Spring, we need to focus on lighter but nourishing foods that are both diuretic and warming in nature.
Beetroot Curry UK Stylie…
I’ve been experimenting with ways to get a rich, creamy, tangy curry sauce without using tomatoes (given they are part of the nightshade crew and can aggravate inflammatory conditions).
Tri-Doshic Lemony Rice with Cashews, Peas, Asparagus and Ayurvedic Spices
This rice dish is seriously lemony! It’s super detoxing, plus the cashews and peas bring a gorgeous sweetness to it.
Baked Cod, Spiced Greens & Paprika Sweet Potatoes
This delicious lunch idea is particular suitable for those with Vata/ Pitta Prakruti or with a Vata/ Pitta imbalance.