Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked chickpeas | 430 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds, ground | 70 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Garlic | 6 g | Pungent, Sweet, Salty, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh parsley | 16 g | Pungent, Bitter · 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 | 70 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cook or warm the cooked chickpeas until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the ground sesame seeds and garlic and fresh parsley.
- 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 Mediterranean hummus adaptation)
Classic Sesame Chickpea Hummus 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 Classic Sesame Chickpea Hummus
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (80g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 241 kcal | 194 kcal |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 6.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 20.5 g | 16.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 5.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | 2.5 g |
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 12.2 g |
| Calcium | 147.3 mg | 118.8 mg |
| Iron | 3.90 mg | 3.15 mg |
| Magnesium | 71.7 mg | 57.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 178.0 mg | 143.5 mg |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 211 mg |
| Sodium | 392 mg | 316 mg |
| Zinc | 1.85 mg | 1.49 mg |
| Copper | 0.67 mg | 0.54 mg |
| Manganese | 0.30 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium | 6.2 µg | 5.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 6.2 mg | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 11.4 µg | 9.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.69 mg | 1.36 mg |
| Vitamin K | 49.8 µg | 40.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.16 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.86 mg | 0.70 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 116.1 µg | 93.6 µg |
| Choline | 30.1 mg | 24.3 mg |
