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Ayurvedic Dravya · Leafy-Green · — kcal / 100g

Amaranth leaves Tanduliya

Also known as: chaulai, thotakura, Green amaranth greens

Tanduliya is among the most praised greens in classical texts — cooling, tridoshic when cooked, safe even for the sick.

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Amaranth leaves — Ayurvedic Leafy-Green & USDA Nutrition

Amaranth leaves — Rasa: Sweet, Astringent · Virya: Cooling · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Neutral (0) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet, Astringent
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Dry
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Grishma, Varsha, Sharad · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Tanduliya is among the most praised greens in classical texts — cooling, tridoshic when cooked, safe even for the sick.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Quick-cook with a little fat; one of the gentlest greens for all constitutions.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Shaka varga.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • simple stir-fry with cumin and garlic
  • in dal
  • with coconut (South Indian style)

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: kidney stones (oxalates, large daily amounts)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Amaranth leaves

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (28g):

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Ayurvedic Recipes Using Amaranth leaves

Amaranth Leaf SabziLunch · 39 min

Amaranth Leaf Sabzi

Amaranth Leaf Sabzi is a softly cooked, moderately seasoned vegetable dish. Vata: cook it fully and add a touch more ghe...

Amaranth Leaf ParathaBreakfast · 45 min

Amaranth Leaf Paratha

Amaranth Leaf Paratha is a freshly griddled bread with a modest amount of finishing fat. Vata: serve warm, cook until te...

Mung Dal with Amaranth LeavesLunch · 56 min

Mung Dal with Amaranth Leaves

Mung Dal with Amaranth Leaves pairs a thoroughly cooked pulse with vegetables for an everyday one-bowl main. Vata: serve...

Amaranth Greens StewDinner · 58 min

Amaranth Greens Stew

Amaranth Greens Stew is a moist, slowly simmered international main. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a litt...

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