Recipe Category: Lunch

Lunch is one of the most important meals of the day. Because it’s in the middle of the day, sometimes we don’t pay as much attention to this meal, especially on busy days. However, it is very important to prepare yourself to have a balanced lunch to energize your body for the rest of the day.

We’ve put together our entire collection of Ayurvedic lunch recipes here, with information on how to customize them for each dosha constitution.

For Ayurveda, good digestion is one of the keys to good health, it is through this process that our body will receive all the nutrients to have a healthy system.

But for Ayurveda, nutrition is a little more complex than just foods that are healthy and those that are not. There are the best times to eat and also what you should avoid at certain times and you should also customize your diets according to your constitution – your dosha and your current health status.

Try our lunch recipes and enjoy!

You can also learn more about Ayurvedic cuisine in this article here.

Tagliatelle Vegan Bolognese

This vegan twist on the classic Tagliatelle Bolognese isn’t just a treat for your taste buds—it’s a nourishing, balanced meal. With plant-based protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a nutritious yet flavorful dish.

Textured Pea Protein stars in this dish, offering an impressive protein boost without meat’s heaviness. Rich in essential amino acids, it aids muscle repair and energy levels. It’s also perfect for those with allergies, being gluten, soy, and dairy-free.

The finishing touch, a vegan parmesan alternative made with nutritional yeast and roasted cashews, is delicious and nutritious. Nutritional yeast provides B vitamins, including B12, with a savory, cheesy flavor. Cashews contribute healthy fats, protein, and magnesium, supporting muscle and nerve function.

Vegetables with eggs and rice

This vegetables with eggs and rice recipe is a perfect, balanced lunch option that combines carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats. With a variety of fresh vegetables, which provide essential vitamins and minerals, with eggs and rice for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Not only is this dish quick to prepare, with a total time of just 35 minutes, but it is also in line with Ayurvedic principles, promoting a balanced diet and good digestion. It’s a versatile meal that you can adjust to your preferences and the vegetables and spices you have in the pantry. So it’s a fantastic option for a healthy and tasty lunch.

Vegan creamy tagliatelle

This Vegan creamy tagliatelle is an easy and delicious pasta recipe with the creamy texture we love. Made with fresh, organic ingredients, this dish combines the rich, smoothness of a dairy-free sauce with the satisfying bite of perfectly cooked tagliatelle. It’s a perfect choice for a comforting meal. Besides, you can make this recipe gluten-free by using rice or corn flour-based pasta or a protein-rich version like lentil pasta, according to your preferences.

Bean Stew with pasta

This nourishing Bean Stew with pasta is rich in protein and vegetables, warms your body and keeps you full during the day.
This recipe is vegetarian and can easily be made vegan, just by replacing the Ghee with olive oil, coconut oil or another source of good fats of your choice.

The combination of cereals and legumes is excellent for nourishing the body with a good combination of proteins and amino acids. For this dish, the cereal used is wheat (if you choose to use a traditional wheat pasta) and the beans and chickpeas are legumes. Thus, there is a good nutritional combination.

Zucchini Salty Cake

This Zucchini Salty Cake is an compact lunch that delivers protein, fat, healthy carbohydrates, and a lot of fibers. This recipe is realy tasty and you can eat it warm or cold.
Zucchini is an incridible vegetable, it has a lot fiber and micronutrients and only few calories, it’s very nutritious and helps you stay full.

Vegetable soup with beans

Photo of a white bowl of vegetable and bean soup on top of a decorated red tray.

An easy, nourishing vegetable soup with beans and plenty of vegetables. The mixture of beans and pasta will deliver your body essential amino acids. Legumes and grains together, when eating vegetarian dishes, optimize your protein intake.
Soups are super versatile, allowing you to unleash your creativity and add different ingredients lost in your pantry and fridge. With care and creativity, you can make incredible soups, nutritionally balanced with unique flavors.

Zoodles with vegan cheese sauce

This Zoodles(Zucchini noodles) recipe with vegan cheese sauce is a low-carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free lunch that is perfect for summer. It is a great alternative for people with diabetes.
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Zucchini is a very versatile ingredient in the kitchen and has a low caloric density (few calories for a large food volume). Therefore, using zucchini to replace pasta in your favorite recipes is a great option to instantly reduce the energy value of the dish. Plus, this tweak makes this option gluten-free and great for people suffering from diabetes.

Asparagus Potato Salad

Asparagus potato salad
A fresh asparagus potato salad with a fruity touch, perfect for the summer. An explosion of color and flavors. It not only looks good but also tastes delicious.
Salads are wonderful dishes for lunch, as a side dish or as a snack between meals. They are light, quick to eat, practical to take to work and eat anywhere and above all: they are extremely nutritious.

Despite some saying that salads are bad and boring diet foods, a well-made salad with a good dressing can be a complete, delicious and very healthy meal!

Green asparagus frittata

Green asparagus frittata
If you want to make a quick and delicious protein-rich meal, this green asparagus frittata is the perfect dish.
This recipe is a Low Carb option, having only oat flakes as a source of carbohydrates. As a source of protein, we have eggs and good fats, eggs and cheese.

This recipe is perfect for your lunch or as a main course, served with side dishes of your choice, such as rice and salad. Try this delicious Frittata and don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave a comment about what you think of it!

Frittatas are simple and practical dishes, but very tasty. In addition, it is an option rich in proteins of high biological value, from eggs. Also, with this dish, you can easily incorporate more vegetables into your diet. This frittata is made with green asparagus, which is an extremely healthy, tasty and low-calorie vegetable. However, if you want, you can replace the asparagus with several other vegetables available in your fridge or pantry.

Spicy barley porridge

Spicy barley porridge
A salty and spicy version of the typical Ayurvedic breakfast barley porridge. It will warm your body and your digestive system.
Porridge is a classic breakfast option for Ayurveda. It is a cooked dish, nutritionally balanced and easy to digest. Also, it’s super versatile and can be improved using different seasonings and toppings.
This recipe for spicy barley porridge is far from conventional and is delicious for breakfast or even lunch. Barley is rich in high-quality protein and carbohydrates, and flaxseeds bring good fats and more protein to your plate, as well as several important micronutrients.

Also, you can spice up this recipe with new flavors and textures by adding toppings. Good options for toppings are herbs, shredded carrots or other vegetables, and mushrooms. Let your creativity flow!