Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Red lentils, rinsed until clear | 130 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Carrots, peeled and finely diced | 180 g | Sweet, Bitter · Heating |
 Coriander seeds, ground | 4 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Ghee, for finishing | 10 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Rock salt, finely ground | 3 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water, freshly boiled | 1450 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Measure 1450 ml (about 6 cups) water for Masoor Carrot Soft Broth; bring it to a full boil, then keep it covered and hot for the additions below.
- Simmer the red lentils and carrot until they soften completely. Maintain moderate heat for 18–20 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes, until a thin knife slides through the largest piece without resistance.
- Blend briefly and dilute until the broth pours freely. Blend for 25–35 seconds, stop to scrape the sides, and leave the texture described rather than aerating it.
- Season with coriander and ghee and return it to gentle heat. Leave the pan off the flame for 5 minutes, then taste and correct the final balance before serving at the stated temperature.
- Rest Masoor Carrot Soft Broth 5 minutes covered off the burner; check the final consistency and serve it warm without prolonged holding.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original lacto-vegetarian recipe developed for the R3 regional and practical cooking collection)
Masoor Carrot Soft Broth is deliberately soft, mild, and fluid for a light-meal day Vata: serve warm with the stated ghee and do not let it dry. Pitta: keep the seasoning mild and omit sharp sourness. Kapha: take a smaller bowl and retain the thin consistency.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Masoor Carrot Soft Broth
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (444g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 36 kcal | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 8.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.7 g | 25.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 5.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | 2.1 g |
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 3.5 g |
| Calcium | 11.0 mg | 48.7 mg |
| Iron | 0.61 mg | 2.70 mg |
| Magnesium | 7.1 mg | 31.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 26.0 mg | 115.5 mg |
| Potassium | 84 mg | 374 mg |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 339 mg |
| Zinc | 0.31 mg | 1.36 mg |
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 0.49 mg |
| Manganese | 0.14 mg | 0.64 mg |
| Selenium | 0.07 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.8 mg | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 89.5 µg | 397.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.08 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.4 µg | 6.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.04 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.01 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.21 mg | 0.95 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 16.8 µg | 74.8 µg |
| Choline | 1.0 mg | 4.5 mg |
