Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Roasted eggplant flesh | 480 g | Pungent, Bitter, Sweet · Heating |
 Sesame seeds, ground | 60 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Garlic | 6 g | Pungent, Sweet, Salty, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh parsley | 18 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 roasted eggplant flesh 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 international lacto-vegetarian dip adaptation)
Roasted Eggplant Sesame Dip 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 Roasted Eggplant Sesame Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (85g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 103 kcal | 89 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 2.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 7.1 g | 6.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | 2.2 g |
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 6.9 g |
| Calcium | 102.0 mg | 87.6 mg |
| Iron | 1.94 mg | 1.67 mg |
| Magnesium | 43.9 mg | 37.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 77.3 mg | 66.3 mg |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 199 mg |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 198 mg |
| Zinc | 0.85 mg | 0.73 mg |
| Copper | 0.43 mg | 0.37 mg |
| Manganese | 0.41 mg | 0.35 mg |
| Selenium | 3.4 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 7.0 mg | 6.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 12.0 µg | 10.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.82 mg | 0.70 mg |
| Vitamin K | 47.6 µg | 40.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.10 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.91 mg | 0.78 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 28.2 µg | 24.3 µg |
| Choline | 7.9 mg | 6.8 mg |
