Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cauliflower, cooked | 430 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Fresh parsley | 24 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Almonds, soaked | 65 g | Sweet · 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 cauliflower until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the fresh parsley and soaked almonds.
- 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)
Cauliflower Herb 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 Cauliflower Herb Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (80g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 114 kcal | 92 kcal |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.2 g | 5.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | 1.5 g |
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 7.5 g |
| Calcium | 52.8 mg | 42.4 mg |
| Iron | 1.24 mg | 1.00 mg |
| Magnesium | 42.3 mg | 33.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 82.2 mg | 66.0 mg |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 246 mg |
| Sodium | 265 mg | 213 mg |
| Zinc | 0.58 mg | 0.47 mg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.13 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 39.1 mg | 31.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 16.1 µg | 12.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 3.25 mg | 2.61 mg |
| Vitamin K | 74.0 µg | 59.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.05 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.17 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.78 mg | 0.63 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 49.9 µg | 40.0 µg |
| Choline | 35.7 mg | 28.7 mg |
