Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
White peas (safed vatana) is a traditional Ayurvedic legume valued for its sweet, astringent taste and cooling potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Overnight soak and pressure-cook to collapse; ginger, hing and sour-sweet finishing are structural, not optional. Street tradition serves it heavy — home wisdom serves it at midday.
Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha (kalaya/harenu); Mumbai street tradition.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- ragda under pattice (Mumbai street classic)
- ghugni with ginger and green chili
- tamarind-jaggery finish (cuts the windiness pleasantly)
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: vata excess — among the gassiest pulses
- Contraindication: weak agni
- Contraindication: evening street-food quantities (the ragda-at-night trap)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for White peas (safed vatana)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/4 cup dry (50g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/4 cup dry) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 303 kcal | 152 kcal |
| Protein | 20.4 g | 10.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 48.9 g | 24.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 8.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | 1.0 g |
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Calcium | 75.1 mg | 37.6 mg |
| Iron | 5.09 mg | 2.54 mg |
| Magnesium | 123.0 mg | 61.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 334.0 mg | 167.0 mg |
| Potassium | 922 mg | 461 mg |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 12 mg |
| Zinc | 3.10 mg | 1.55 mg |
| Copper | 0.68 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Manganese | 1.08 mg | 0.54 mg |
| Selenium | 50.1 µg | 25.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 65.7 µg | 32.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.32 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin K | 11.4 µg | 5.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.56 mg | 0.28 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.16 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.69 mg | 1.34 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg | 0.13 mg |
