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TGIF!🎉 Baked some turmeric challah rolls today

TGIF!🎉
Baked some turmeric challah rolls today inspired by @orlyhermesh ✨😊
They were the perfect shape for the first week of Fall, & Sukkot.🍂 I ate 2 right out of the oven - pillowy soft & super delicious.😋

Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!❤️ #challah #shabbatshalom #shabbat #turmericbread #bakingtherapy #breaditation #breaditate #breadmaking #bread #breadbaking #movingmeditation #challahbread #challahbake #mindfulnesspractice #soulfood #highvibrationalfoods #veganbread #challahrolls #bakersofinstagram #breadstagram #femalechef #womeninfood #breadrolls #breadbosses #breadbaker #breadlove #breadlife #sukkot #intentionalliving #consciousliving

This week’s khichdi with @mycopiamushrooms “Ch

This week’s khichdi with
@mycopiamushrooms “Chef’s Sampler”.
These beauties came in my @farmfreshtoyou box.🌱 I seasoned them with my favs - turmeric, cumin, & coriander and just a splash of coconut milk, amazeballs!🎉

As you can tell from my feed I eat a lot of khichdi (rice & lentils seasoned with spices), it is a humble dish - but packed with protein & is an amazing immunity booster. The addition of seasonal veggies lends a tasty twist to this classic healing comfort food.🌱

Last week I ordered my first @farmfreshtoyou box at my local Farmer’s Market after speaking with @neesapizza at their booth. I have to say I am really pleased with their farm box - everything has been super fresh. I am looking forward to purchasing another box for some inspiration for next week’s meals! Stay turned. #seasonaleating #seasonaleats #eatinseason #farmtotable #khichdi #kitchari #yogamom #yogalife #yogalifestyle #eatseasonal #eatseasonally #intentionalcooking #yogafood #intentionalliving #intentionaleating #highvibrationalfoods #foodasfuel #foodasmedicine #foodismedicine #eattolive #healthyindianfood #ayurvedicfood #yogiclife #yogickitchen #consciousliving #consciouseating #consciouscooking #mindfuleating #livingyoga #cookingmeditation

Hello Beautiful! Today marks the autumnal equinox

Hello Beautiful!

Today marks the autumnal equinox - the start of fall.🍂 It sure doesn’t feel like Fall here in SoCal, but I made an Indian-style comfort dish regardless of the weather.😅

I'm excited to share this iron & protein rich recipe with you. It was a hit in our house, and I'm hoping you will enjoy it too!

I had Kale in my @farmfreshtoyou box this week and while kale is not my favorite veggie, I love finding ways to slip it onto my plate because it is so nutritious.

Kale is high in fiber, contains antioxidants, calcium, & vitamins C & K - as well as iron, and a wide range of other nutrients that can help keep us healthy & strong.💪

Today I paired it with chickpeas to make a super iron & protein rich meal for myself after a big morning workout. The addition of healing spices like turmeric, cumin & coriander offer numerous health benefits while adding incredible flavor. The coconut milk…well that just magically transformed the whole thing into a nourishing hug.

So tasty & so good for you!
Recipe is up on my blog! #healthyindianfood #yogamom #yogafood #intentionalliving #intentionaleating #yogapractice #yogalife #yogalifestyle #eatlikeayogi #nourishingfood #healingfoods #healingfood #farmtotable #eatinseason #consciousliving #consciouslifestyle #consciouseating #ditchdietculture #yogiclifestyle #mindfuleating #mindfulnesspractice #movingmeditation #meditation #foodasmedicine #foodisfuel #foodismedicine #womeninfood #eattolive #soulfood #highvibrationalfoods

Toor Dal (Split Pigeon Peas) with Beet Greens.🌱

Toor Dal (Split Pigeon Peas) with Beet Greens.🌱

There were some gorgeous beets in my @farmfreshtoyou box this week & before I even used the beets I had to use the leaves - they looked so fresh!

Beet greens are a nutritional powerhouse - rich in vitamins C, K, A and B6. They are also high in fiber & antioxidants.
Coupled with all the wonderful benefits of turmeric & the protein rich lentils - this made for a delicious & healthy lunch.

Kai (8 years old) wanted to make chapati to go with the dal & I think she did a great job of helping me roll them out.
Nothing like hot chapati & dal!

I will post this recipe by the end of the week, so stay tuned! XO #yogamom #yogamoms #yogalife #yogalifestyle #yogalifetips #yogafood #beyondasana #yogicfood #yogiclife #beyondasana #highvibrationalfoods #healingfoods #healingfood #consciouseating #mindfuleating #mindfuleatingtips #consciousliving #consciouslifestyle #healthyindianfood #healthylifestyle #nourishingtraditions #nourishyourbody #mindfulliving #meditationpractice #eatlikeayogi #yogisofinstagram #foodismedicine #foodasmedicine #healthyfoodshare #healthyfood #healthyfoods

Happy Monday folks! Did you know that tonight is

Happy Monday folks!

Did you know that tonight is the Harvest Moon (in Pisces), & the last full moon of summer 2021?
Although I’m sad to say goodbye to beach days, Fall is my favorite season.
I bring up the moon, not because I’m great with astrology (although I love it!), but because I know my body/mind feels it’s best when I sync my internal rhythm with the rhythm of nature. Our diet and lifestyle choices should counter the effects of each season, for optimal mind/body balance.

Nature in her wisdom knows just what we need to do that, so I choose seasonal fruits & veggies as inspiration for my cooking.

Which brings me to my Meatless Monday dish, Spiced Rainbow Chard with Harvest Grains.
This flavorful dish is quick & easy, and comes together all in one pot.

Rainbow chard is high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants - 1 cup provides more than 300% of the daily value for vitamin K!
Vitamin K helps your body heal and keeps your bones healthy too.

I used groovy Indian spices like turmeric, coriander, & garam masala, along with cilantro & rainbow chard from my @farmfreshtoyou box, & @traderjoes Harvest Grains Blend to put this baby together. I topped it off with a dollop of creamy @foragerproject plain yogurt & roasted cumin powder.

Recipe is up on the blog!

Have a fantastic week ahead!! #yogafood #yogiclife #yogamom #yogachef #yogalife #yogalifestyle #healthyindianfood #ayurveda #veganindianfood #meatlessmonday #vegetarianindianfood #consciouseating #consciousliving #consciouscooking #womeninfood #yogapractice #mindfuleating #highvibrationalfoods #rainbowchard #farmtotable #farmersmarket #seasonalcooking #eatinseason #eatwellbewell #ditchdietculture #meditationpractice #nourishingtraditions #nourishingfood #nourishingfoods #healer

Happy Friday Beauties!💫 Was our first week bac

Happy Friday Beauties!💫

Was our first week back to school at the homeschool charter for the twins. They were excited to go to their extracurricular classes after a year & a half away & had a blast with their friends!
As much as I don’t love the heat, Summer coming to an end is bittersweet.
I’m hoping we can still squeeze in a couple of beach days in the next few weeks.

In other news, I could barely knead my challah dough this morning - ‘cause my arms are hella sore after yesterday’s yoga class with Tamara @thebodydefined - I still love you Tamara!🤣😂

Looking forward to getting some cooking in tomorrow. Pictures to follow.😊
Sweet Dreams!
Shabbat Shalom. XO #socalliving #twinmom #twinmomlife #homeschool #homeschooling #consciousliving #consciousparenting #consciousmotherhood #mindfulmoments #mindfulmom #mindfulmotherhood #mindfulmothering #beachvibes #goodvibes #backtoschool #southasianblogger #yogamom #yogamoms #yogamomsofig #spiritualpractice #spiritualparenting #healthylifestyle #socalmom #socalmoms #calilife #calimom #twins #twinlife

TGIF!🎉👏❤️ Khichdi with blistered tomato

TGIF!🎉👏❤️

Khichdi with blistered tomatoes for lunch - the tomatoes were like juicy bits of sunshine nestled in this rich, creamy & savory porridge-like dish.🍅

We are enjoying the last of the Summer produce. Temps are still crazy hot here in SoCal, but “Sweater Weather” is on its way & soon it will be time for pumpkin everything.🤣

Are you looking forward to Fall produce? If so, what is your fav?

Wishing you a happy weekend! Shabbat Shalom. XO
#satvikfood #sattvicfood #eatinseason #seasonalfood #kitchari #khichdi #yogalife #ayurveda #foodasmedicine #foodismedicine #yogicdiet #turmeric #yogapractice #yogamamas #yogalifestyle #yogifuel #spiritualfood #ayurvediccooking #ayurvediclifestyle #ayurvedicfood #yogilife #yogifood #yoga #beyondasana #spiritualpractice #yogachef #mindfuleating #consciouseating #consciousfood #highvibrationalfoods

Indian-spiced haricot verts with coconut-ginger ri

Indian-spiced haricot verts with coconut-ginger rice.

Haricot verts are a French variety of green beans - thinner, more flavorful & tender that your average green bean.

I did a quick sauté with cumin seeds, fresh ginger, coriander, turmeric, black pepper, & Hing/asafoetida, which made for a light nutritious lunch that was full of fiber & Vitamin C.
Hing, ginger, cumin seeds, & black pepper all aid in digestion, and help reduce gas & bloating.👏
I typically garnish this dish with some hemp seeds, but I was all out because I keep using them in my smoothies.😋

I would love to make a batch of pakoras (similar to Japanese tempura, but using chickpea flour & spices in the batter) with haricot verts this week for tea, because with Summer coming to a close I know these guys won’t be around much longer.

Speaking of Summer we are squeezing in all of our last Summer adventures this week. We took the twins to see “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” tonight & loved it! Have you seen it yet?

Hope your week has gotten off to a good start! #yogafood #yogiclife #yogiclifestyle #yogamom #plantbased #indianfood #indianvegetarianfood #ayurveda #ayurvedalifestyle #ayurvedafood #consciouseating #consciousliving #mindfulliving #mindfuleating #sattvicfood #foodasmedicine #foodasfuel #highvibrationalfoods #healingfoods #healingfood #healer #turmeric #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthyfoods #spiritualfood #spiritualjourney #foodismedicine #indianspices #healingspices

Photos by Paige Craig & Jim Purdum

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