Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Beetroot, diced | 600 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Coriander seeds | 4 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Ghee | 18 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 4 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Turmeric | 2 g | Bitter, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh ginger, grated | 5 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 100 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash, trim, and cut the diced beetroot into even pieces.
- Warm the ghee in a wide pan; bloom the cumin seeds and ginger, then add turmeric.
- Add the vegetables and coriander seeds; turn them carefully through the seasoning.
- Sprinkle in the water and rock salt, cover, and cook on low heat until tender but not waterlogged.
- Uncover for the final minutes, folding gently until excess moisture evaporates and the seasoning clings.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (regional Indian sabzi tradition)
Beetroot Cumin Sabzi is a softly cooked, moderately seasoned vegetable dish. Vata: cook it fully and add a touch more ghee. Pitta: keep chilies absent and favor coriander. Kapha: reduce fat and leave the finish drier.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Beetroot Cumin Sabzi
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (184g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 61 kcal | 113 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 2.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.6 g | 15.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 4.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | 10.2 g |
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 5.2 g |
| Calcium | 23.1 mg | 42.6 mg |
| Iron | 1.26 mg | 2.31 mg |
| Magnesium | 23.5 mg | 43.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 38.6 mg | 71.1 mg |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 534 mg |
| Sodium | 276 mg | 508 mg |
| Zinc | 0.35 mg | 0.65 mg |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Manganese | 0.35 mg | 0.65 mg |
| Selenium | 0.8 µg | 1.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 4.2 mg | 7.7 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 22.5 µg | 41.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.4 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.03 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.32 mg | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 88.9 µg | 163.8 µg |
| Choline | 5.9 mg | 10.9 mg |
