Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked black beans | 400 g | Sweet, Astringent · Neutral |
 Cauliflower florets | 340 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Fresh cilantro | 20 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Cumin seeds | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 450 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Rinse the cooked black beans and prepare the cauliflower florets.
- Warm the olive oil, bloom the cumin, and cook the vegetables until they begin to soften.
- Add the beans and fresh cilantro; turn everything through the seasoned oil.
- Pour in the water, add rock salt, and simmer until the flavors combine and the beans are very tender.
- Mash a small portion to thicken the sauce naturally, then serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international bean-dish adaptation)
Black Bean Cauliflower Pot is a thoroughly cooked bean main with a moist sauce. 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 Black Bean Cauliflower Pot
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (309g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 131 kcal | 406 kcal |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 23.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 21.7 g | 67.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 17.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | 3.8 g |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 6.4 g |
| Calcium | 50.4 mg | 155.8 mg |
| Iron | 1.94 mg | 5.99 mg |
| Magnesium | 61.1 mg | 188.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 128.0 mg | 395.5 mg |
| Potassium | 575 mg | 1777 mg |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 523 mg |
| Zinc | 1.28 mg | 3.95 mg |
| Copper | 0.29 mg | 0.90 mg |
| Manganese | 0.40 mg | 1.24 mg |
| Selenium | 1.2 µg | 3.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 13.7 mg | 42.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 5.6 µg | 17.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.42 mg | 1.29 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12.0 µg | 37.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.31 mg | 0.95 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.08 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.80 mg | 2.48 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg | 0.45 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 160.4 µg | 495.6 µg |
| Choline | 33.9 mg | 104.9 mg |
