Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cauliflower florets | 620 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds, ground | 75 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh lemon juice | 24 g | Sour · Heating |
 Olive oil | 22 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Dried oregano | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cut the cauliflower florets into even pieces and place them in a wide bowl.
- Add the olive oil, oregano, and rock salt; toss until every piece is lightly coated.
- Arrange the mixture in a shallow baking dish and distribute the ground sesame seeds and fresh lemon juice evenly.
- Bake until the vegetables are tender and the top is lightly browned without becoming dry.
- Rest for five minutes and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international vegetable-bake adaptation)
Cauliflower Sesame Bake is baked until tender and served warm in a moderate portion. 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 Cauliflower Sesame Bake
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (187g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 106 kcal | 199 kcal |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 6.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 7.0 g | 13.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 5.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 15.3 g |
| Calcium | 123.3 mg | 230.8 mg |
| Iron | 1.99 mg | 3.73 mg |
| Magnesium | 48.9 mg | 91.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100.5 mg | 188.2 mg |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 569 mg |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 533 mg |
| Zinc | 1.01 mg | 1.90 mg |
| Copper | 0.44 mg | 0.83 mg |
| Manganese | 0.40 mg | 0.74 mg |
| Selenium | 4.0 µg | 7.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 41.6 mg | 77.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.4 µg | 0.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.89 mg | 1.66 mg |
| Vitamin K | 17.1 µg | 32.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.08 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.89 mg | 1.67 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.45 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 58.2 µg | 109.0 µg |
| Choline | 39.5 mg | 74.0 mg |
