Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Chickpea flour | 260 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Whole-wheat flour | 150 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh parsley | 24 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 330 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the chickpea flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, fresh parsley.
- Add the water and half the olive oil and knead until the dough is smooth; cover and rest for 20 minutes.
- Divide and shape the dough according to the bread style, keeping the pieces even.
- Brush with the remaining olive oil and bake or griddle until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Wrap briefly in a clean cloth and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international flatbread adaptation)
Chickpea Parsley Flatbread is a simple freshly cooked bread with measured oil. 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 Chickpea Parsley Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (99g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 219 kcal | 217 kcal |
| Protein | 9.9 g | 9.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 32.8 g | 32.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 5.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | 3.6 g |
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 5.7 g |
| Calcium | 26.8 mg | 26.6 mg |
| Iron | 2.48 mg | 2.46 mg |
| Magnesium | 82.3 mg | 81.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 173.5 mg | 172.0 mg |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 360 mg |
| Sodium | 269 mg | 267 mg |
| Zinc | 1.45 mg | 1.44 mg |
| Copper | 0.39 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Manganese | 1.30 mg | 1.29 mg |
| Selenium | 14.4 µg | 14.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 4.0 mg | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 13.4 µg | 13.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.38 mg | 1.36 mg |
| Vitamin K | 54.8 µg | 54.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.26 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.56 mg | 1.54 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 156.2 µg | 154.8 µg |
| Choline | 6.3 mg | 6.2 mg |
