Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Vartaka kindles agni — one of the few nightshades the nighantus praise, when young and well-cooked.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Young fruits roasted, stuffed or curried; old seedy fruits are heavier and best avoided.
Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (vartaka).
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- roasted as bharta with mustard oil
- with tamarind in South Indian gravies
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: high pitta or skin conditions
- Contraindication: nightshade sensitivity
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Brinjal (long purple)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup chopped (100g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup chopped) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 25 kcal | 25 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 4.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | 1.0 g |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Calcium | 16.6 mg | 16.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.37 mg | 0.37 mg |
| Magnesium | 21.0 mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 32.6 mg | 32.6 mg |
| Potassium | 247 mg | 247 mg |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 4 mg |
| Zinc | 0.21 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese | 0.17 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 2.1 mg | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 146.0 µg | 146.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin K | 13.5 µg | 13.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.06 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.11 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.53 mg | 0.53 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.07 mg |
