Summer is here, and Pitta is in its full force. Cool down with this refreshing Pitta-reducing salad as a side dish to your main meal (lunch).

Benefits of Fennel

Fennel’s popularity has long been twofold as culinary and therapeutic. Most Indian restaurants serve fennel seeds at the end of the meal because fennel is both a digestive aid and freshens the breath along with soothing the throat. Fennel plays a special role in Ayurvedic digestion. Because of its cooling and sweet properties, it specifically strengthens and warms agni (the digestive fire) without provoking Pitta. Its sattvic qualities are said to refresh the mind and promote mental alertness. Fennel is also considered to be rejuvenating for the eyes.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed greens or arugula

• 1/2 cup of chopped Fennel

• 1/8 cup of dried cranberries

• Juice of 1/2 lime

• 1 tsp raw honey

• 1 tbs avocado oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

Mix lime juice, honey, avocado and salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix all other ingredients in another bowl. Drizzle dressing on top and mix well.

Disclaimer
The sole purpose of these articles is to provide information about the tradition of Ayurveda. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any disease.