Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Unsweetened coconut water | 650 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds, lightly crushed | 5 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh cilantro | 12 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Rock sugar | 8 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 260 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the unsweetened coconut water by washing, crushing, or steeping it as appropriate.
- Combine it with part of the water and the rock sugar; stir until dissolved.
- Add the lightly crushed coriander seeds, fresh cilantro and let the flavors settle for five minutes.
- Strain for a clear drink, pressing gently without forcing coarse particles through.
- Serve at cool room temperature without ice.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (Indian sherbet and infused-water tradition)
Coconut Coriander Water is a lightly sweetened water-based refreshment. Vata: serve without ice and sip slowly. Pitta: use the lower sweetener amount and cooling aromatics. Kapha: dilute well and keep the sweetener minimal.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Coconut Coriander Water
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (233g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 18 kcal | 43 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.8 g | 8.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 2.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | 6.3 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0.6 g |
| Calcium | 22.2 mg | 51.8 mg |
| Iron | 0.31 mg | 0.73 mg |
| Magnesium | 19.8 mg | 46.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 16.7 mg | 39.1 mg |
| Potassium | 187 mg | 438 mg |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 175 mg |
| Zinc | 0.10 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Copper | 0.04 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Manganese | 0.11 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Selenium | 0.9 µg | 2.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 2.1 mg | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 4.3 µg | 10.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.03 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin K | 4.0 µg | 9.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.02 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.08 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 2.9 µg | 6.7 µg |
| Choline | 0.9 mg | 2.2 mg |
