3 Delicious Detox Diet Recipes for a Post-Holiday Cleanse

Detoxing Turmeric Tea1 quart boiling water1-2 tbsp thinly sliced ginger1 tbsp thinly sliced fresh turmeric 1-2 tsp cumin seeds1-2 tsp fennel seeds2 sticks of cinnamon1 pinch black pepper1-2 bags (or tablespoons) of green teaRaw honey to sweeten

Place all the spices in a pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Take off heat and strain. Add the raw honey.

Split Pea and Spinach SoupIngredients:

3 tbsp olive oil1/4 cup chopped onions3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry split peas2 carrots, diced7 cups of vegetable/chicken broth2 cups spinach, chopped1 tsp turmeric powder1 tsp cumin powder1 tbsp coriander, toasted and groundSalt and pepper to taste

Split Pea and Spinach Soup

Directions:

• Heat the oil in a large pot and then add the onions.

• Once they turn slightly pink, add the garlic and let it cook for a minute.

• Put in the split peas, carrots, salt and pepper.

• Combine well with constant stirring.

• Pour in the broth. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes, till the carrot and peas turn soft.

• You may need to check the pot after 20 minutes to ensure that there is enough water.

• Adjust the quantity of liquid as needed.

• Add the spinach and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. Serve with a portion of rye bread.

Asparagus and Baby Carrots with Lemon Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of asparagus, about 250 grams, each stalk cut into thirds)

• 200 gms baby carrots, cut into halves lengthwise)

• 1 lemon

• 1 tbsp honey

• A sprig each of cilantro, basil and parsley

• A pinch of dried chili

• A pinch of salt

• 1/2 tsp ginger, chopped

Asparagus and Baby Carrots with Lemon Sauce

Directions:

• Steam the asparagus and carrots till they are slightly softer than al dente but not mushy.

• Lemon Sauce: Juice the lemon. Combine the salt into the honey. Mix in a blender with the herbs. Puree until smooth in consistency.