How to Prepare Healthy Summer Salad Recipes at Home?

1. How to Prepare Healthy Summer Salad Recipes at Home? In Ayurveda, it is said that our bodies are made up of 3 main Doshas or energies. Each of these Doshas represent one element. They are Kapha, Pitta and Vata dosha. A healthy body is one that has achieved balance between these doshas. When we fall ill, or get sick, Ayurveda aims to improve us by balancing out these doshas by increasing or reducing one or more of them. During summer, the Kapha of the body increases. Hence, good summer dishes are ones that are rich in Pitta and Vata and low in Kapha. The Kapha dosha represents the elements of the earth. Here are some recipes to make summer salads that are healthy and good for you. Cauliflower Bean Salad This is a simple salad that is filling, healthy and tasty. It helps hydrate and hence is wonderful for get togethers on summer evenings. •Begin with taking 1 full cauliflower and cutting it into bite size pieces •In a skillet, bring 1 cup of water to boil •Add the cauliflower to the boiling water •Let it cook till it is tender (~4 minutes) •Drain the cauliflower and let it rest •In a different skillet, add ½ tablespoon of butter on medium heat •To that, add a handful of green beans •Roast them till they begin to char a bit •Once crunchy, let them rest •In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice and garlic powder •To this, add the cauliflower and toss it gently •Season with salt and pepper •Add the green beans to this, followed by cheddar and chives •Serve warm Greek Salad This is probably one of the most simplest dishes to create, yet it is also one of the most elegant. The Greek salad is all about getting the freshest ingredients and creating magic in a bowl. •Begin by tossing tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and olives in a large bowl •Over this, gently place feta cheese on top •Next, in another bowl, start making the dressing •Pour in vinegar and lime juice in a bowl •Season with oregano, salt and pepper •Slowly add olive oil to the mixture and whisk it to combine it •Drizzle the dressing over the salad •And voila, your fav salad is ready to serve

2. The Tomato Surprise Salad If you love guacamole, you’re sure to love this tomato salad which is a Spanish fusion dish that’s sure to leave you wanting more. Making this salad is a simple 3 step process. •Begin by whisking together oil, lime juice and cumin. Season with salt and pepper. •Gently toss together avocados, tomatoes, cucumbers, corn, jalapenos and cilantro in a big serving bowl. •Drizzle the dressing over the salad and your dish is ready to serve We hope you relish these Ayurvedic summer salads this year. There are many more simple and tasty, yet also healthy recipes to try on LivAyur website.