Alandi Ayurveda Gurukula student Savitri has to leave her home at six in the morning to make it for class. This has led her to get creative about a portable breakfast — resulting in the creation of this moist and wholesome granola bar.
The coconut milk balances the sourness of the strawberries to create a delicious vata and pitta soothing dessert that is also perfect for invalids, those recovering from surgery or illness as well as very elderly people who may have difficulty swallowing.
Turnips are in season and we have a great crop. I made this soup in honour of a two-pound turnip Sadananda harvested from the garden. The recipe is quick and easy, yet gains a gourmet touch from the mushroom topping.
Feeling adventurous? To make this week's recipe you'll need a little field trip to your nearest Indian grocery store. Even more adventurous, you'll be making something completely different from anything you've tried before. It's worth it for a delicious recipe that is nutritious and balances blood sugar--and what's more, it's gravy!
This recipe pairs the health benefits of peas with those of Ayurvedic spices like ginger, turmeric and cilantro.
This recipe is nicely versatile for a gardener as you can use whatever type of greens you have available. I used various types of mustard greens, some radish tops, Italian chicory and a little spinach--a total of two large colanders full of greens to make a meal for four.
