The Spirit of Wellness
Dal is a popular simple but flavorful Indian dish. Each state in India has its favorite selection of dal, A dal can be made from many different types of beans and change depending on the region of India. This creamy dal recipe is both nourishing and satisfying. While every version of this mellow dish is much-loved by Indians for its simple yet deeply comforting taste.
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Dal is a popular simple but flavorful Indian dish. Each state in India has its favorite selection of dal, A dal can be made from many different types of beans and change depending on the region of India. This creamy dal recipe is both nourishing and satisfying. While every version of this mellow dish is much-loved…
This soup is just heavenly. To me this soup is a perfect reminder that food is medicine. When I make this soup it feels as though I am being fed by the Divine Mother. It is as if we are drinking a form of nectar. This soup will nourish you from the inside out from…
Japanese sweet potatoes are a simple food that has truly changed my life…for the better. These purplish-skinned white-flesh sweet potatoes have become a delicacy in my kitchen as well as a simple staple.These unique tubers are so tasty and so simple they are purely a joy to work with. The Japanese sweet potato is…
These are arguably some of the best whole-foods, gluten-free, sugar-free cookies. They are easy to make and easy to eat. They make a great holiday festive cookie as well as an everyday home cookie. They only have a few ingredients and can be made in under 10 minutes. These cookies will never let you down…
Superfoods The term “superfoods” was coined in 2007 to define a class of foods being marketed as foods with supposedly above average health benefits as a result of its nutrition analysis and nutritional density. The superfoods category was projected to be a billion dollar industry within a few years and has continued to grow in…
The Miracle of Sprouts! Spouts are their very own class of foods. Think about all the different foods you eat: seeds, nuts (really these are a form of a seed or kernel). Fruits and vegetables (like a fruit in terms of harvest). Roots, shoots, and sprouts. Seeds contain all the potential energy to grow a…
Yogi Tea Save Print This tea has a home in my heart. I grew up on the outskirts of the Kundalini Yoga tradition. Yogi tea is a classic staple in the homes of many yogis. It is not only tea you are making when you make this tea but it is also the aromatherapy…
Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette Save Print An easy to make salad dressing your whole family will love. The alchemy of the balsamic, maple, and mustard makes for a tangy, sweet, and enjoyable dressing that tastes great on more than just salad. Adjust the amount of vinegar or maple for your enjoyment. Author: Medicinal Diet Yields: 1…
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Save Print Cook time 30 mins Total time 30 mins A healthy twist on the classic tabbouleh salad. Author: Medicinal Diet Cuisine: lunch Yields: 2 qts. Ingredients 6 cups quinoa, cooked and cooled. 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeds removed and cut into half moons. 1 cup fresh parsley, finely…
What is the one you miss in your life being gluten-free? Oh… I know! PIZZA! Right? It is the one thing you would just love to have? I LOVE Gluten-free, vegan pizza! In fact, at time there is nothing that I want more. This is a grain-free, dairy-free, egg-free, nightshade-free, AND nut-free pizza crust! …
Simple Lemon Vinaigrette Save Print Author: Medicinal Diet Ingredients 2 Tbs freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tsp honey or maple syrup ½ tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste 3 to 4 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper to taste 3.5.3251
A classic dressing and easy dressing that tastes good on pretty much everything. I remember Tahini was one of those exotic ingredients that vegetarian in the 80’s would put all over there macrobiotic style meals. Today it continues to be a main stay in easy to make delicious dressings. Sauces and dressings are an important…
Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing mmmm…. mmmm, this is one of my favorites. Who doesn’t look a classically dressed romaine salad. This Vegan Caesar dressing will knock your socks off! Just writing about makes me in the mood. This salad is a perfect dish all on its own all year around. You can add a little…
Today there are many delicious and highly nutrition plant-based milks available. It turns out we can make milk from not only animals but from almonds, hemp seeds, coconuts, walnuts, cashews and more. You can choose the milk that is best suited to your recipe, whether it be a pasta dish, a pie, for tea, or…
Turmeric has had a real buzz lately as a one of the world’s most effective health foods and rightfully so! It has been used for thousands of years in Ayurveda (Indian Medical System) as one of the most healing spices for an arrange of ailments. Turmeric is a rhizome of the ginger family, it is…
This is one of my favorite dishes. I originally learned how to make it from a fabulous cook (@kitchenlee-way) in upstate NY. Having just gone gluten-free this old-world Mediterranean dish stole my heart. It is rich and sweet and easy to make. I spent an entire winter eating Farinata with a vegan caser salad. I…