Maharishi Ayurveda (MAPI) shares: Ayurvedic Bulghur Wheat Salad Grains are useful because they help in creating whole proteins when combined with legumes, beans or milk products. (Choose organic non-GMO foods whenever possible.) Ayurveda recommends having grains at each meal to provide adequate energy for the body. There are a variety of different grains, and each grain has a specific influence on each Ayurvedic dosha. Depending on whether the diet you are following is geared towards balancing Vata, Pitta, or Kapha, you should choose the grains that will help balance and nourish your physiology. Vata and Pitta types can consume high quantities of grains, while Kapha types should have smaller amounts to avoid weight gain. The recipe: 1 cup organic bulghur wheat 2 cups water 2 tablespoons finely-chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon finely-chopped parsley 1 tablespoon shredded carrots, or your favorite summer veggie 1 tablespoon olive oil (1 teaspoon olive oil for Kapha) 1 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander One pinch ginger Salt and pepper to taste Boil water and add bulghur. Bring to boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until bulghur is done. Remove from heat and pour into a bowl. Allow it to cool until room temperature or slightly warm. Add the fresh herbs and carrots or your favorite summer veggie. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice and dry spices. Serve with chick peas or other legumes. ...
Posted on: Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:21:19 +0000
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