Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Coconut rice is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and cooling potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Fresh grated coconut folded into rice with a ghee tempering of urad dal, mustard and curry leaves. Summer festival dish — cooling, rich, best at midday.
Classical Provenance: South Indian tradition.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- urad dal and cashew tempering
- with a pepper-forward rasam (balances the cooling)
- curry leaves
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: kapha excess / weight management
- Contraindication: congestion and colds
- Contraindication: weak agni
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Coconut rice
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (200g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 148 kcal | 296 kcal |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 4.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 19.3 g | 38.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 14.0 g |
| Calcium | 13.0 mg | 26.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.29 mg | 2.59 mg |
| Magnesium | 12.7 mg | 25.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 45.0 mg | 90.1 mg |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 171 mg |
| Sodium | 246 mg | 492 mg |
| Zinc | 0.42 mg | 0.83 mg |
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Manganese | 0.25 mg | 0.51 mg |
| Selenium | 5.5 µg | 11.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg | 0.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 21.6 µg | 43.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.15 mg | 0.31 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3.6 µg | 7.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.13 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.02 mg | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.98 mg | 1.96 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 84.5 µg | 169.1 µg |
| Choline | 4.0 mg | 8.0 mg |
