Uttara Jadeja

Here you can find three super refreshing and delightful ayurvedic recipes that will help keep your body cool and doshas in balance during the hot summer!

Ginger-Basil Limeade

Ingredients:

•      ½ cup basil
•      2 inches of fresh ginger
•      1 whole lime
•      2 tsp raw sugar

Method

•    Use a fine grater to make approximately 1 teaspoon of lime zest. Proceed to juice the limes. Then chop the ginger into small chunks.
•    Add 1 cup of water to a blender with the prepared ginger, lime juice, lime zest, raw sugar and a small handful of fresh basil leaves. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
•    Combine the ginger-lime juice with an additional 3 cups of water in a pitcher. Garnish this concoction with fresh basil. Chill and serve.
•    To add a bit of flair, salt the rim of your glasses! This also adds a nice tan

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