Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Asparagus, cut | 380 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Cooling |
 Firm tofu, cubed | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh dill | 4 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Heat the oven and cut the asparagus cut and cubed firm tofu into evenly sized pieces.
- Toss with the olive oil, Fresh dill, rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray so steam can escape.
- Roast until the centers are tender and the edges are browned, turning once midway.
- Rest for three minutes and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-vegetable adaptation)
Asparagus Tofu Roast is roasted until tender and served warm rather than as a cold side. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Asparagus Tofu Roast
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (178g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 101 kcal | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 15.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.3 g | 5.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 3.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | 1.8 g |
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 12.7 g |
| Calcium | 301.5 mg | 537.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.32 mg | 4.13 mg |
| Magnesium | 32.2 mg | 57.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 108.0 mg | 192.6 mg |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 377 mg |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 498 mg |
| Zinc | 0.95 mg | 1.70 mg |
| Copper | 0.26 mg | 0.46 mg |
| Manganese | 0.59 mg | 1.05 mg |
| Selenium | 8.5 µg | 15.2 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg | 6.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 22.4 µg | 40.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.16 mg | 2.08 mg |
| Vitamin K | 24.2 µg | 43.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.14 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.12 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.69 mg | 1.23 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 40.8 µg | 72.7 µg |
| Choline | 8.5 mg | 15.2 mg |
