Ayurveda Notes (help)
One of the few vata pacifying green foods, avocados build ojas. Sharp basil aids digestion but barley is heavy and smooth, making this dish kapha provoking.

Dosha: Vata- Pitta- Kapha+
Quality: Heavy, Sharp, Soft, Oily, Smooth
Taste: Sweet, Pungent, Bitter

Cooking Hints (Click here for Cooking Poetry)
Mash the avocado before adding to the barley, then mix. Mix in the basil then remove from the stove after ten seconds for maximum flavor.