zanta (serene)
Om-meal

The word om is the most healing mantra in Sanskrit, comprised of all the primordial sounds of the universe. These om-meal recipes are best paired with a mindful morning for optimal balance.

From Clockwise: Coconut C’oats; Golden Mylk Z’oatmeal; Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

pumpkin pie oatmeal (Vata)

Pumpkin helps ground anxious Vatas, who tend to overwhelm themselves by beginning the day without being centered. It contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which is responsible for helping the body make serotonin, the feel-good hormone that makes you calm and relaxed.

SERVES 1

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1³⁄₄ cups unsweetened non-dairy milk

¹⁄₄ cup pumpkin purée

¹⁄₂ tsp ground cinnamon (Can replace with 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice)

¹⁄₄ tsp ground nutmeg (Can replace with 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice)

¹⁄₄ tsp ground cardamom (Can replace with 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice)

pinch of ground cloves (Can replace with 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice)

¹⁄₂ tsp ground vanilla bean

4 drops liquid monk fruit sweetener or 1 tsp coconut sugar

toppings: pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, figs

1 In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine oats and milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 3–5 minutes.

2 Stir in pumpkin purée, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and cloves and cook until heated through, 1–2 minutes. Add sweetener and stir.

3 Serve warm, drizzled with non-dairy milk and topped with pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and figs.

golden mylk z’oatmeal (Pitta)

Z’oatmeal swaps zucchini for oats, and delivers tons of detoxifying, cooling, Pitta-balancing benefits. It’s light and easy, and best of all, won’t leave you craving sugar for the rest of the day. Give it a try—it’s pretty z’amazing.

SERVES 1

swaps zucchini for oats, and delivers2 tbsp ground flaxseed

¹⁄₃ cup water

³⁄₄ cup unsweetened vanilla non-dairy milk

¹⁄₂ cup grated zucchini

¹⁄₂ cup unsweetened applesauce (No applesauce on hand? You can replace it with ¹⁄₂ large ripe banana, mashed.)

¹⁄₂ tsp cinnamon

¹⁄₂ tsp turmeric

¹⁄₂ tsp freshly grated ginger

¹⁄₄ tsp fennel seeds

toppings: banana, hemp seeds, pomegranate arils

1 In a medium saucepan, make a flax egg by combining ground flaxseed and water. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

2 Add the non-dairy milk to the saucepan with the flax egg and stir to combine. Place over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes, until the mixture thickens.

3 Reduce heat to low and stir in the zucchini, applesauce, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and fennel seeds.

4 Remove from heat and allow mixture to thicken to desired consistency. Serve warm, topped with sliced banana, hemp seeds, and pomegranate arils.

coconut c’oats (Kapha)

If the name Coconut C’oats doesn’t make you want to get all snuggled up with a warm bowl in the morning, I don’t what will. However, despite how pajamas-and-chill this name sounds, it’s secretly grain-free, though you’d never guess it with such a cozy title. Perfect to get Kaphas, the Hufflepuffs of Ayurveda, on board.

SERVES 1

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 cup raw riced cauliflower (grated cauliflower)

1 tsp cinnamon

¹⁄₂ tsp turmeric

¹⁄₂ cup full-fat coconut milk

1 tbsp ground flaxseed

¹⁄₂ tbsp water

4 drops liquid monk fruit sweetener or 1 tsp coconut sugar

toppings: unsweetened shredded coconut, slivered almonds, cinnamon

1 In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the riced cauliflower and cook for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cinnamon and turmeric and cook for 1 minute more. Add the coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes.

2 Meanwhile, make a flax egg by mixing the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

3 Remove saucepan from heat. Whisk in the flax egg and monk fruit sweetener. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 1 minute.

4 Serve warm, topped with shredded coconut, almonds, and cinnamon.

Doshas and Dharma

Your Dosha (mind-body constitution) is connected to your Dharma (life-purpose).

vata	Vatas are meant to work in creative fields. They require a great deal of freedom.
pitta	Pittas are meant to work in managerial fields. They do best with structure and fast-paced work environments.
kapha	Kaphas are meant to work helping people or with their hands. They do best in one-on-one settings and in low-pressure positions.