Go Nuts.....

Nuts are very grounding, nourishing and heavy. They are loaded with good oils and fats for our body and can be a perfect snack and are great for making nut butters. Vata and Pitta Dosha favor nuts in the diet because of the grounding effect that nuts have on the body. Kapha dosha types should avoid almost all nuts and seeds because these people need lighter foods in order to keep their body and minds clear and mobile.
Remember, nuts with fruit or vegetables is not recommended because the rate of digestion is different for the 2 food groups and create toxic build up.

So, if you are a vata or pitta person and want an idea on how to eat your nuts, here is a quick recipe I mixed up...in about 5 minutes flat.

2/3 cup almonds

1/3 cup shelled pistachios

1/3 cup roasted cashews

1/4 cup water

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1-3 tablespoons raw honey (depending on sweetness desired)

Mix in Vitamix or food processor and spread on anything you desire!

Spring Zucchini Noodle Recipe

Spicy Pesto with Zucchini & Carrot "Noodles"

4-5 zucchini/summer squashes (shaved length wise on mandolin)

2-3 carrots (shaved length wise on mandolin)

1/2 onion

1 cup mushrooms

1 cup sweat peas

1/4 cup roasted pine nuts

3 tablespoons spicy pesto (any pesto will do, just use a food processor to add in a jalepeno to kick up the spice, or leave it out for a milder taste)

1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan (or any other favorite cheese)

Cut up mushrooms and onion and toss in a pan with peas, drizzle of olive oil and saute until tender, 5-8 minutes. Shave zucchini/summer squash and carrots and lightly sauté them in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil for 3-5 minutes, until slightly wilted. Place both vegetable mixtures into a large bowl, mix in 3 tablespoons of spicy pesto.  Cover and set aside. Roast pine nuts in a pan until slightly brown. Toss into noodle mixture. Top with shredded cheese and gently mix. Serve while hot. 

Nourish yourself and enjoy!