Here is a recipe that I not only enjoy, but is extremely easy to make, using only a handful of simple, easy-to-access, and affordable ingredients. Steamed veggies often get a bad rap, mainly because they are overcooked or not seasoned tastefully.  This simple steamed veggie recipe is very delicious, filling, and packed full of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.  With a wide variety of exotic, overpriced “superfoods” on the market these days, it can be easy to overlook the age-old superfoods that are right at our fingertips.  Eating a variety of colorful veggies in ..read more

Chapati is a whole wheat, yeast-free flatbread and is a mealtime staple throughout India and beyond.  Chapati is similar to a tortilla and can be paired with most meals or used as a wrap.  This delicious recipe requires only four simple ingredients and can be made in less than 30 minutes.  By using 100% whole wheat flour, you will find much more flavor and nutrients compared to its refined white flour counterpart. Whole wheat is considered cooling, strengthening, and energizing making it a great option for balancing Vata and Pitta, although Kapha types may be able to enjoy in m ..read more

  This recipe truly needs to come with a warning to the wise – it is seriously addicting!!  What is not to love about healthy, antioxidant-rich, whole food ingredients coming together to make our most favorite of indulgences, CHOCOLATE!  With only a handful of simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time, you may have to put that Hershey’s bar away and make this homemade, nutritious, delicious, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate a part of your life. Chocolate is stated to be provoking to all three of the doshas, as it is heating for Pitta, stimulating for Vata (and the nervous syst ..read more

It is that time of year again, filled with family, fun, and yes – FOOD!  The holiday season is a great time to make an effort to see family, visit friends, and celebrate togetherness, but it can also be a time of excess.  If you are looking for a healthy dish to add to your holiday meal, potluck, or simply everyday dinners, these garlicky, golden mashed “potatoes”  are a light and nutritious option that will be sure to turn heads and have your friends and family coming back for seconds.  If you have never tried cauliflower mashed potatoes before, I think you will be pleasa ..read more

Here is a delicious, warming recipe that is perfect for grounding your Vata during the cooler seasons.  It is quick to make with simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.  This blend of cooked apples, warming Ayurvedic spices, vanilla, and ghee is the ultimate combination for your taste buds and makes an amazingly (healthy) sweet snack for you and your entire family to enjoy! Apples are the classic “superfood” and for good reason.  This perfection of Mother Nature is packed with fiber, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals.  When cooked, apples become even ..read more

If you are looking to replace your morning coffee with a healthier ritual, chai is a wonderful option!  The taste is creamy and smooth, the aroma is unbeatable, and after just one cup – your mind will be awakened, your mood will be uplifted, and your energy will be sustained.  Chai contains less caffeine than coffee, and because of the digestion-promoting spices involved, the caffeine is processed better, providing you with energy that is balanced and sustaining.    This traditional Masala Chai recipe is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and creamy.  By using high-qu ..read more

Anyone who knows me knows that I am a big fan of fermented foods.  I have worked as a head brewer for two large kombucha companies; I have been making my own kefir for almost 15 years; and I have dabbled in making fermented veggies, krauts, and kvass on many occasions (although some experiments have been less than successful).  In more recent years, I have learned about fermenting grains before eating them, and ever since I have not looked back!  If you are sensitive to grains, feel heavy or bloated after eating them, or simply have sensitive digestion, this may be a healthy wa ..read more

So it seems like I blink and okra season is over, but while it is here you better believe I savor it!!  There are many ways to enjoy this vibrant veggie, but this recipe is one of my favorites.  It is simple with only five easy steps; it is quick with a 10-minute cooking time; and best of all it is absolutely oh-mazingly delicious!  If you have not explored all okra has to offer, now is the time and this recipe is a great place to start! Okra is generally in season between June and November when you can often find it fresh at your local farmer’s market or health food grocery st ..read more

Hummus is one of my favorite foods to eat during the summer months, whether as a healthy snack or light dinner.  And although I love playing around with a wide variety of hummus recipes, I honestly prefer this basic recipe to any other!  This classical hummus recipe has all the necessities of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and parsley; along with a few Ayurvedic spices to add a little extra flavor, color, and health properties.  When making hummus, I strongly recommend using high-quality, fresh, and vibrant ingredients including cooking your own chickpeas.  I personally use my ..read more

Oh my—the dry, sun-piercing 100º Colorado days are here!  But with the many tools and tricks of Ayurveda, staying cool and hydrated is within our reach, even when summer (and Pitta) is at its worst.  If you are experiencing excessive heat, inflammation, anger, irritation, fatigue, and simply too much FIRE, this super simple, super refreshing drink is for you! This chilled herbal tea recipe is one of my most enjoyable ways for keeping cool, hydrated, and energized throughout the summer, and in fact, I have been using this recipe for many years.  It is simple (only 2 to 3 ingredi ..read more