Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Little millet is a traditional Ayurvedic grain valued for its sweet, astringent taste and heating potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Cooks fastest of the small millets; treat like rice but add ghee generously.
Classical Provenance: kudhanya varga (Bhavaprakasha).
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- as rice substitute with sambar
- millet khichdi with mung and ghee
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: high vata without oil and moisture
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Little millet
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/4 cup dry (45g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/4 cup dry) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 346 kcal | 156 kcal |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 4.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 65.5 g | 29.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 3.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | 0.2 g |
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 1.8 g |
| Calcium | 16.1 mg | 7.2 mg |
| Iron | 1.26 mg | 0.57 mg |
| Magnesium | 91.4 mg | 41.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 130.0 mg | 58.5 mg |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 47 mg |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 1.82 mg | 0.82 mg |
| Copper | 0.34 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.23 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium | 40.4 µg | 18.2 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.9 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.55 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 4.5 µg | 2.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.26 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.29 mg | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 0.02 mg |
