Hydration Pesto
Blend like regular pesto in a food processor adding oil as you go. You can add water to thin it out but you must eat it within 3 days if you use water. Use this pesto as a dip w/ veggies or a smear for wraps or thin it out w/ extra olive oil or water for a dressing.
1 bunch cilantro
1 bunch basil (if in season)
¼ bunch dandelion greens or arugula
1 fennel bulb
½ RAW seeds or nuts (tahini also makes it super creamy)
1-2 juiced lemons
olive oil , spices, salt and water to taste
Options for cooling pitta:
Add mint leaves
Use pumpkin seeds
Hemp oil
Lots of lemon
Options for grounding/warming vata:
Add raw tahini
Add Ginger
Add Raw cashews
Leeks in winter
Lots of olive oil
Options for cleansing kapha:
Add more lemon
Add apple cider vinegar
Use sunflower seeds
Use less oil, more water