Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 340 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Zucchini, grated and squeezed | 210 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds | 3 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Ajwain seeds | 2 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
 Ghee | 20 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 190 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the whole-wheat flour, ajwain, rock salt, and grated and squeezed zucchini, coriander seeds.
- Add the water gradually and knead a soft dough; cover and rest for 15 minutes.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll or pat each one evenly.
- Cook on a hot griddle, turning until both faces are set and dotted with brown spots.
- Brush lightly with the ghee and serve while flexible and warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (contemporary Indian tiffin flatbread tradition)
Zucchini Paratha is a freshly griddled bread with a modest amount of finishing fat. 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 Zucchini Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (192g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 180 kcal | 346 kcal |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 12.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 33.0 g | 63.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 10.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | 1.7 g |
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 7.5 g |
| Calcium | 27.1 mg | 52.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.78 mg | 3.42 mg |
| Magnesium | 68.0 mg | 130.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 171.1 mg | 329.0 mg |
| Potassium | 240 mg | 462 mg |
| Sodium | 206 mg | 396 mg |
| Zinc | 1.27 mg | 2.44 mg |
| Copper | 0.20 mg | 0.39 mg |
| Manganese | 1.86 mg | 3.58 mg |
| Selenium | 27.5 µg | 52.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 5.0 mg | 9.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 24.6 µg | 47.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.51 mg | 2.91 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.4 µg | 4.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.24 mg | 0.45 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.33 mg | 4.47 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg | 0.43 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 26.0 µg | 50.0 µg |
| Choline | 17.0 mg | 32.6 mg |
