Eating for Balance in Summer

Eat Like You Love Yourself with Chara Caruthers

In this episode, Chara introduces us to:

• The qualities of the summer season and the ways that these qualities are mirrored in the mind and body.
• A wellness mantra for the summer season that can be applied to your diet, self-care, and interactions to keep you cool, calm, and centered.

Roasted Fruit with Coconut Yogurt & Seeds

Serves: 2 - 4

Breakfast doesn't get easier than fruit! To make it interesting we're taking some beautiful summer fruit, dressing them up with spices like fennel seed powder and cinnamon and then gently roasting them to soften and bring out their flavor, and make them super easy to digest.

Ingredients

(use organic ingredients where possible)

• 2 lbs (approx 1kg) seasonal fruit
• ½ tsp fennel seed powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tsp ghee (optional)  
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
• 1 cup coconut yogurt (optional)
• ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350℉ (180℃).
2. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
3. Place the fruit pieces on the baking paper and sprinkle spices, ghee, and maple syrup (if using) over the top.
4. Bake for 20 minutes or until fruit softens and begins to release it's juices.
5. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
6. Divide fruit into bowls. Top with coconut yogurt and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds.

Watermelon, Rosewater and Lime Cooler

Watermelon is sweet, juicy and incredibly cooling. For many of us it's a symbol of summertime. This lovely drink is the perfect cooling and fragrant sip for a warm summer day!

Ingredients

(use organic ingredients where possible)

• 5 cups watermelon seeded and cut into chunks
• 1 tsp rosewater
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• ½ tsp lime zest (optional)
• 1 tsp chopped mint (optional)
• 1 cup fresh water

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth.
2. Add more water if necessary to get desired consistency.

White Bean and Herb Dip

Serves: 4

It's super easy to whip up and can be served as a snack, or a light lunch or dinner, depending on what you pair it with. Either way, it's guaranteed to be a favorite!

Ingredients

(use organic ingredients where possible)

• 2 cups cooked white beans
• 1 clove garlic, roasted
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
• 2 tsp fresh mint
• Sea salt
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley
• Fresh bread or crackers for serving
• Fresh salad greens for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Add the beans, garlic, herbs, oil, salt and lime juice to a blender or food processor.
2. Blend until smooth. Serve with bread or crackers.
3. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.