Basil & Raisin Dip for Digestion & Metabolism

This recipe is a simple Ayurvedic digestive stimulant created by Vaidya Jay — designed to open the upper GI, support elimination, and awaken your metabolism.

It combines fresh basil, naturally sweet raisins, black pepper, lime juice, and Himalayan salt to create a creamy, energizing dip that supports both the upper and lower digestive tract.
This blend is light, stimulating, and perfect before meals or as a spread on toast.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup raisins

• A handful of fresh basil leaves

• A pinch of black pepper

• Juice of 1 lime

• ½ teaspoon Himalayan salt

• A little water (just enough to blend)

About the Ingredients

Basil

Basil opens the chest, throat, and nasal passages — supporting the upper GI digestion.
It’s aromatic, light, and gently stimulating, helping activate digestive fire without creating heat.

Raisins

Raisins are grounding and nourishing.
In Ayurveda, they support absorption, improve elimination, and help move food efficiently down toward the gut.
This makes them ideal for balancing both Vata and Pitta and encouraging smooth flow through the GI tract.

Black Pepper

A potent metabolic activator, black pepper enhances nutrient absorption and warms the digestive system.
Its pungency supports Agni (digestive fire) and reduces sluggishness.

Lime Juice

Lime provides the sour taste — one of the strongest activators of metabolism.
It stimulates digestive enzymes, awakens appetite, and supports liver function.

Himalayan Salt

Salt sharpens digestion, stimulates secretions, enhances taste, and supports smooth elimination.
In Ayurveda, it helps ground Vata and improve digestive strength.

Method

1. Add raisins to your blender.

2. Add fresh basil leaves.

3. Sprinkle in black pepper.

4. Squeeze in the fresh lime juice.

5. Add Himalayan salt.

6. Pour in a small amount of water to help it blend.

7. Blend until smooth, creamy, and vibrant green.

Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Ayurvedic Insight

This dip is designed to open both the upper and lower parts of the GI system.

• Basil opens the chest and upper channels.

• Raisins support movement downward toward the gut.

• Lime, salt, and black pepper activate metabolic fire.

Together, this synergy acts as a powerful digestive hack that stimulates appetite, promotes elimination, and boosts daily energy.
It’s creamy, strong, delicious — and perfect for 100 years of healthy digestion.