This is a nice variation on Chinese sweet and sour. You can use these ingredients or try other vegetables of your choice. If you’re doing the one or two-month Herbal DETOX program then you could include some cubed fish, and if you’re doing the Herbal SLIM program then you could even try cubed chicken. Just quickly stir-fry the meat first, place aside and add back in just before serving. Serves 4 people Ingredients: Vegetables: 1 x large onion 6 x cloves of garlic 2 x carrots 2 x capsicums 1 x small head of broccoli 6 x flat mushrooms 1 x handful of spinach greens (or green runner beans) 1 x ring of pineapple chopped into pieces Sauce: 1⁄2 cup tomato paste 2 tbsp fresh ginger 1 small lemon 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp turmeric 2 dstp honey 1 tsp cayenne 1 dstp soy sauce Method: First of all mix the sauce, by melting the honey in hot water. Place dry ingredients in a bowl and mix, while adding soy sauce, lemon juice, and melted honey. Combine with tomato paste and fresh ginger. Then chop all vegetables into bite-size pieces as you desire. Slice and stir fry the mushrooms first and place to one side. Sauté in olive oil the onions, garlic for 2 minutes, then add the carrots, broccoli until half cooked and still crunchy. Add the spinach greens, mushrooms, pineapple and sauce and allow to come to a gentle simmer to 2 minutes. Serve fresh with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program Precious Pineapple: 1 cup of fresh pineapple yields 130% of your daily Vitamin C, 2% of vitamin A, 2% of Calcium, and 2% of your iron requirements. Pineapple is a rich source of vitamins and minerals including thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, manganese, and potassium. Pineapple is the only known source of the protein-digesting enzyme Bromelain, which has been studied in relation to alleviating joint pain, arthritis, reduce inflammation, inhibit tumor growth, and shorten recovery time following plastic surgery.
Curry Corn Salad
Totally delicious and very filling, this is a great recipe for your detox while sweet corn is in season. Perfect for your Ultimate Herbal DETOX Serves 4 people Ingredients: 1/2 white onions 3 x cobs of corn Salad greens 2 x medium tomatoes 1 x large avocado 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1⁄4 cup cold pressed extra virgin olive oil 2-3 teaspoons of curry powder 1⁄2 tsp raw salt. Method: Grill corn on high setting for 5-6 minutes rotating until slightly charred. Slice kernels from the cob and combine with diced onions. Blend olive oil, vinegar, curry powder, and salt and stir into corn kernels. Nicely lay out salad greens, tomatoes and avocado and pour corn into center. As a nice extra, I also added some grilled capsicum to this recipe, which you can see in the photo. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal DETOX n’ SLIM program Clever Corn: Research has shown that a good intake of antioxidants, most importantly carotenoids, (like such as zeaxanthin and lutein), may have positive benefits on our eyes. Lutein and zeaxanthin are the predominant carotenoids in yellow corn but their levels are generally low in white corn. Commonly known as macular pigments, lutein and zeaxanthin are found in the human retina, (the light-sensitive inner surface of the eye), where they protect against oxidative damage caused by blue light.
Fresh Beetroot Salad
This is a very filling and super nourishing combination. I had it two nights in a row on my detox. There are two parts to this dinner recipe and yet it only takes about 20 minutes to prepare. It’s really great how this type of food can detox and heal your body. Serves 2 people Beetroot salad Ingredients: 1 Large can of beetroot 2 stalks of celery 2 sprigs of spring onion 1/2 a white onion, or a handful of cocktail pickled onions 2 Tomatoes A handful of Kalamata olives A handful of Corriander (cilantro) and or Basil leaves Method: Chop all ingredients into bite-sized pieces and stir together, Serve with homemade vinaigrette and yogurt dressing. Get the Vinaigrette Reicpe Here Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Curry Thai Pumpkin Soup
This is a great little warmer for your two-week or one-month Detox program. It has the benefit of coconut milk which is good fat, especially if you can get good quality organic coconut cream. The combination of coconut and chili (in the red curry paste) is truly rewarding. Serves 4 people Ingredients: ½ Crown pumpkin 2 stalks of celery 1 x 440gm can of coconut cream 200ml water 2 dstsp butter 2 dstsp authentic Thai red curry paste 1 dstsp crushed garlic or 6 cloves 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp ginger 1 tsp thyme Method: Chop pumpkin into 1-inch cubes and boil until soft. Drain mash and set aside. Melt butter stirring in dried herbs and spices and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in garlic, curry paste, and coconut milk. (If you like to warmer you can increase the Thai curry paste) Finally, add the pumpkin and allow it to simmer, stirring gently. Blend the soup in a blender until smooth and creamy. Serve with fresh cilantro and a swirl of cream. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n’ SLIM program Powerful Pumpkin: Pumpkin is one of the best-known sources of beta-carotene, an antioxidant that gives orange the color to vegetables. The body converts it into vitamin A in the body. Foods high in beta-carotene may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer and can delay aging and body deterioration. Blood pressure: Eating pumpkin is good for the heart! The fiber, potassium, and vitamin C content in pumpkin all support heart health. Consuming adequate potassium is almost as important as decreasing sodium intake for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Other foods that are high in potassium include bananas, oranges, pineapple, spinach, and tomatoes.
Spicy Dahl Soup
This recipe is perfect for your one or two-month detox. In wintertime a detox is a great way to stave off those coughs and colds. It helps keep your metabolism up and your immune system on high alert. Serves 4 people Ingredients: 2 cups mung dahl (split mung beans, or lentils) 1 x large leek sliced into 1cm rings 2 x large carrots sliced thin 2-3 bunches fresh spinach 3 tbsp olive oil or butter 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp whole fennel seeds 1 tsp Cayenne pepper 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp allspice 1/2 tsp powdered turmeric 6 cups water 1 tsp salt 1 tsp dark soy sauce. Method: Wash and rinse the dahl. Soak in hot water for 1/2 an hour then drain and cover with 6 cups of water. Bring to the boil and add the chopped carrot and leek. Reduce heat to simmer and cook covered for about an hour until the dahl is soft. Heat the oil/butter on low in a small frying pan mixing in and sautéing the dry spices. Spoon a cup of liquid from the dahl and stir into the spice mixture. Transfer all to the dahl soup and add the chopped spinach. Cook for 5-10 minutes more until the spinach is cooked. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Mashed Cauli
This recipe makes 4 generous servings. During Brett Elliott’s Ultimate Herbal Detox it’s a perfect time to enjoy colourful salads, homemade vegetable juices, loads of fruit and vegetables, soups, dips, and raw delights. However, we understand that for some people, especially those who are not yet used to the rewards of eating whole, live vegetables a little hankering for something more comforting is normal. So… mashed potatoes, anyone? Here’s a culinary trick to try that will have you wishing you’d cooked more. It’s our version of ‘Mashed Potato’ Cauliflower. Even people who claim not to be fans of cauliflower are surprised at how much they enjoy it this way. Ingredients 1 head of cauliflower (large as possible as people really like this dish) 3 cloves garlic A few tablespoons of full-fat milk and/or plain yogurt Knob of butter Pepper and unrefined salt to taste Paprika, spring onion, or herbs to garnish Method Cut cauliflower into florets. Steam or boil with chopped garlic until tender. Drain, place in blender with the milk/yogurt mixture and the butter. Add salt and pepper, then blend until smooth. Serve with a sprinkle of paprika, spring onion, or herbs. Delish! Perfect For: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Chickpea Salad
Serves 6 people as a side salad. Ingredients: 1kg (or about 2lb) tomatoes, chopped (5 cups) 1 x 400g (15-oz). can chickpeas, rinsed and drained or 1 cup home cooked chickpeas. 1 x 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels Handful of fresh basil leaves Dressing ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice 1 Tbs. grated lime zest 3 Tbs. olive oil ½ tsp unrefined salt ½ tsp jaggery (dehydrated sugar cane juice) optional Method: Toss chopped tomatoes, chickpeas and corn in a bowl. In a bottle or jar mix lime juice, olive oil, lime zest, salt and jaggery. Shake well. Pour over chickpea mixture. Toss in basil. May be served cold or warm. Clever Chickpeas: Chickpeas have a low calorie count. 1 cup of cooked chickpeas yields only 269 calories, contain 15 grams of protein, 13 grams of dietary fiber, 4 grams of fat and 0 grams of cholesterol. In-fact chickpeas have been shown to help lower cholesterol. They are also great for supporting protein levels on a vegetarian diet. Perfect for: One month Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program