Lìchūn Harmonizing Steamed Vegetables with Ginger-Lemon Dressing (Spleen, Stomach & Liver Guide)

Ingredients:

1 cup daikon radish, sliced

(Liver Qi movement, digestion aid)

1 cup carrots, sliced

(Spleen support, nourishes Blood)

1 cup broccoli, florets

(clears mild Liver heat)

1 cup cabbage, chopped

(harmonizes digestion)

1⁄2 inch fresh ginger, grated

(warms digestion, prevents stagnation)

1⁄2 lemon, juiced

(gentle detox & Qi movement)

1 tsp tamari or coconut aminos

(optional, for umami depth)

FOR DIPPING

8 celery stalks, cut into sticks

(clears heat, hydrates)

4–6 Medjool dates, pitted

(nourishes Blood & Spleen Qi)

Instructions:

Steam the vegetables until just tender (5–7 minutes). Make the dressing by whisking together grated ginger, lemon juice, and optional tamari/coconut aminos. Toss and serve warm for a light, energizing meal.

Benefits:

A simple, oil-free dish to warm digestion, support detox, and regulate Qi flow.