Breakfast to regenerate the nervous system: oatmeal with walnuts.

 

Walnuts are valued in Ayurveda as an energy-boosting, nourishing, and brain-supportive food, particularly beneficial for Vata and, in moderation, Kapha. They should be consumed mindfully by Pitta types due to their warming potency. Soaking and combining with spices can further enhance their benefits and digestibility.

Peach and Tomato Salad

A delicious summertime salad, during the peach and tomato season! Since it is heating, Pittas can have it occasionnally and use cilantro instead of basil.

Serves 4-6 persons

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Rest: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1 red onion, thinly sliced

4 peaches or nectarines

4 tomatoes, cut in wedges

Creamed Corn Soup

 

This delicious comfort soup is quick and easy to make. It is good for Kapha and Pitta doshas. Vatas can have it occasionnally and add Vata-reducing spices.

Serves 4

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

8 large corn cobs125 ml (½ cup) unsalted butter or ghee

1 tbsp salt

1.5 L (6 cups) water

 Ground pepper

 Pinch of nutmeg

Mushroom and roasted vegetable polenta

K- PV slightly+

Preparation time: 25 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

This is a delicious, quick and easy recipe. You can use any roasted vegetables according to your dosha and replace parmesan with vegan cheese.

Lentil Patties

Red lentils are light, nourishing, easy to digest, and suitable for all doshas when prepared mindfully. They support strength, healthy blood, clear digestion, and balanced energy, making them a staple in Ayurvedic cooking.

These lentil patties are high in protein, easy to make and very tasty! You can also play with the recipe to add your favourite spices and herbs, according to your dosha. The original recipe comes from the Vegan ASMR Cooking website.

Here are the main health benefits of red lentils from an Ayurvedic perspective:

Rhubarb and Tomato Gaspacho

Fresh and delicious, this rhubarb and tomato gaspacho offers a new way to use rhubarb.

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 20 minutes
• Cooling time: 2 heures

Ingredients for 2

• 5 tbsp olive oil
• 1 chopped shallot
• 1 chopped garlic bud
• 4 tomatoes (about 1 pound/500 g), peeled, deseeded and chopped
• 1 1/2 cup (375 g) rhubarb, cut into chunks
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) water
• 10 leaves of fresh basil

Makāi No Chevdo

 

This is a delicious corn dish taken from Plant-Based India by Dr. Shell Shukla. It is easy, quick to prepare and sooo yummy!

Prep time: 20 minutes 

Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients for 2-4
3 cups (400 g) corn kernels (fresh from 2 ears or frozen and thawed)
¼ cup (35 g) unsalted cashews, raw or roasted, soaked in ½ cup (120 ml) hot water for 15 minutes

Garam Masala

Garam masālā means “warm spice blend” in Hindi, and it provides incredible nuance and warmth without spicy heat. Black cardamom (which offers smoky depth) and mace (the outer coating of nutmeg, which lends a subtle floral sweetness) can be found in Indian grocery stores. Feel free to omit them if they’re not available.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients for ½ cup (about 56 g):

 ¼ cup (17 g) coriander seeds

2 tbsp cumin seeds
1½ tbsp fennel seeds

Hearty Coconut Black Bean Stew

This simple, nutritious and delicious stew is easy to make and you can add spices according to your taste and dosha. It is great to have in the Vata season!

Total preparation time:  40-45 minutes

Ingredients:

½ leek (about 2-3 tbps)
2 tbsps olive oil (or other oil according to your dosha)
2 large white potatoes or 2 sweet potatoes
2 cups of black beans (canned or done in Instant Pot)

Tomato Onion Masala

 

In my opinion, when we cook Indian food, masala serves as a foundation for many recipes. This masala of smoky tomato, onion and garlic fortifies the vatta and moves the energy for Kapha dosha. It is based on many gravy-based Indian dishes. This recipe requires effort, but it can be easily made in advance. I like to do a larger batch and freeze it in small portions. It is so good it does not stay long in the freezer.