Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Green peas, cooked | 340 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Ripe avocado | 180 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Fresh cilantro | 22 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh lemon juice | 22 g | Sour · Heating |
 Cumin seeds, toasted | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 40 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cook or warm the cooked green peas until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the ripe avocado and fresh cilantro.
- Blend the base with the olive oil, cumin, rock salt, and enough water for a spoonable texture.
- Add the lemon juice and remaining ingredients and pulse until combined.
- Serve a small spoonful at room temperature with warm bread or vegetables.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international lacto-vegetarian dip adaptation)
Warm Pea Avocado Dip is a concentrated dip intended as a small accompaniment. 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 Warm Pea Avocado Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (79g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 126 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10.8 g | 8.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 4.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | 2.7 g |
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 6.6 g |
| Calcium | 24.8 mg | 19.7 mg |
| Iron | 1.36 mg | 1.08 mg |
| Magnesium | 28.9 mg | 22.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 77.1 mg | 61.2 mg |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 238 mg |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 200 mg |
| Zinc | 0.89 mg | 0.70 mg |
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese | 0.29 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Selenium | 1.1 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 27.1 mg | 21.5 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 34.3 µg | 27.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.98 mg | 1.57 mg |
| Vitamin K | 32.3 µg | 25.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.17 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.12 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.68 mg | 1.33 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 60.3 µg | 47.9 µg |
| Choline | 20.0 mg | 15.9 mg |
