Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Pineapple, diced | 380 g | Sweet, Sour · Heating |
 Fresh mint | 22 g | Pungent, Sweet · Cooling |
 Red bell pepper, diced | 120 g | Sweet · 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 | 30 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cook or warm the diced pineapple until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the fresh mint and diced red bell pepper.
- 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 Pineapple Mint 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 Warm Pineapple Mint Salsa
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (75g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 77 kcal | 58 kcal |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10.5 g | 8.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | 5.4 g |
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 3.2 g |
| Calcium | 24.3 mg | 18.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.83 mg | 0.63 mg |
| Magnesium | 15.0 mg | 11.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15.9 mg | 12.0 mg |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 110 mg |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 197 mg |
| Zinc | 0.19 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese | 0.66 mg | 0.50 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.09 µg |
| Vitamin C | 58.5 mg | 44.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 41.1 µg | 31.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.01 mg | 0.76 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3.8 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.07 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.60 mg | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 25.0 µg | 18.9 µg |
| Choline | 4.9 mg | 3.7 mg |
