BROCCOLI WITH YELLOW PEPPERSBroccoli is an excellent food for supporting Liver function, together with garlic and lemon juice. Yellow peppers support the Stomach because yellow is the color that matches the vibration of this major digestive organ.OLIVE, BOK CHOI, AND RED PEPPER SAUTEThis recipe has salty olives, which help balance your Kidney energy. The garlic supports your Liver, while red pepper and bitter bok choi benefit your Heart function.CHEESY EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI ROUNDSThis dish is simple to prepare, and makes a delicious impression on your guests! The eggplant, zucchini, and garlic work together to help harmonize your Liver. Eggplant also helps to remove excess heat in the body. The red pepper gives your Heart an added boost, and the saltiness of the cheese supports your Kidney function. To make this a main dish, serve atop wild rice and add toasted pine nuts.ESCAROLE AND BEANSMushrooms have long been used to cleanse the body. In this dish, just a bit of dried mushroom powder adds a punch of flavor while boosting health benefits. In addition, white beans support the Lung and garlic and escarole support the Liver.WATERMELON GAZPACHOFor a sweet and savory soup, try this no-cook chilled cucumber and watermelon soup. For thousands of years, Chinese medicine has used watermelon to cool sunburns, reduce fevers, promote urination, rehydrate the body’s fluids, and clear toxins. Cucumbers perform similar functions.SUMMER COLE SLAWThis colorful slaw is delicious on its own, but it lends extraordinary flavor to fish. The red apple and red pepper support your Heart function, and the vinegar helps support your Liver. Your Stomach loves the sweetness of the mango and honey and the warmth of the ginger. For ultimate health benefit, blanch the cabbage and allow it to cool before continuing with the recipe. SIMPLE ROASTED CORNThis dish is simple to prepare and can be made with either fresh corn on the cob or frozen corn. Corn is beneficial to your digestive system.VEGGIE PATTIESThese patties are a healthy alternative to packaged veggie burgers and provide many nutritious vegetables and soy protein from tofu. Be sure to buy only organic, non-GMO tofu. The zucchini and garlic help to boost your Liver, while the red pepper supports your Heart function.SIMPLE VEGGIES WITH CHIVES SAUTEBasically this recipe can be made with any chopped veggies you have in your refrigerator, for a quick and easy Dragon’s Way dinner! The flavorful and spicy essence of Chinese chives has traditionally been used to support your Kidney yang energy, treating erectile dysfunction, as well as strengthening Liver function and the digestive system, particularly if you are constipated or have stomachaches from cold.
