Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cucumber, chopped | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Unsweetened coconut water | 420 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh mint | 20 g | Pungent, Sweet · Cooling |
 Fennel seeds | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
| Water | 120 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and prepare the chopped cucumber and fresh mint.
- Place the prepared ingredients in a blender with the unsweetened coconut water and water.
- Blend until completely smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides.
- Add the fennel seeds and blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately at cool room temperature without ice.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international smoothie adaptation)
Cucumber Mint Coconut-Water Smoothie is a freshly blended drink served without ice. 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 Cucumber Mint Coconut-Water Smoothie
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (431g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 17 kcal | 73 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 3.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.5 g | 15.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | 8.0 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0.8 g |
| Calcium | 26.1 mg | 112.5 mg |
| Iron | 0.40 mg | 1.72 mg |
| Magnesium | 19.6 mg | 84.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20.9 mg | 90.2 mg |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 819 mg |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 230 mg |
| Zinc | 0.15 mg | 0.66 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Manganese | 0.14 mg | 0.60 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 2.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 2.9 mg | 12.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 6.7 µg | 28.8 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.04 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.7 µg | 24.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.03 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.13 mg | 0.55 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 6.5 µg | 28.2 µg |
| Choline | 2.6 mg | 11.3 mg |
