Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 420 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh rosemary, chopped | 6 g | Pungent, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 320 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the whole-wheat flour, rock salt, and chopped fresh rosemary.
- 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)
Rosemary Sheet 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 Rosemary Sheet Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (96g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 213 kcal | 206 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 7.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 39.2 g | 37.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 5.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 4.4 g |
| Calcium | 22.3 mg | 21.6 mg |
| Iron | 2.02 mg | 1.96 mg |
| Magnesium | 75.4 mg | 73.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 194.0 mg | 187.9 mg |
| Potassium | 202 mg | 196 mg |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 245 mg |
| Zinc | 1.42 mg | 1.38 mg |
| Copper | 0.23 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Manganese | 2.21 mg | 2.14 mg |
| Selenium | 33.5 µg | 32.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.1 µg | 1.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 2.20 mg | 2.13 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.9 µg | 2.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.27 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.09 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.69 mg | 2.61 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 24.7 µg | 23.9 µg |
| Choline | 16.9 mg | 16.4 mg |
