Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked beetroot, diced | 360 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fresh cilantro | 28 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Green chili | 3 g | Pungent · Heating |
 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 | 45 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cook or warm the diced cooked beetroot until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the fresh cilantro and green chili.
- 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)
Beet Cilantro Salsa 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 Beet Cilantro Salsa
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (61g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 80 kcal | 49 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 0.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.0 g | 4.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | 3.2 g |
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 3.2 g |
| Calcium | 23.1 mg | 14.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.16 mg | 0.71 mg |
| Magnesium | 21.3 mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 36.3 mg | 22.2 mg |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 176 mg |
| Sodium | 379 mg | 231 mg |
| Zinc | 0.32 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Manganese | 0.29 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 9.1 mg | 5.5 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 21.6 µg | 13.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.95 mg | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin K | 21.0 µg | 12.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.03 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.35 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 84.5 µg | 51.6 µg |
| Choline | 5.6 mg | 3.4 mg |
