Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked chickpeas | 430 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds, ground | 55 g | Sweet, 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 cooked chickpeas until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the ground sesame seeds 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)
Cumin Chickpea 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 Cumin Chickpea Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (78g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 233 kcal | 182 kcal |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 20.3 g | 15.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 4.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | 2.5 g |
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 11.3 g |
| Calcium | 127.1 mg | 99.5 mg |
| Iron | 3.67 mg | 2.88 mg |
| Magnesium | 65.3 mg | 51.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 167.0 mg | 130.7 mg |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 200 mg |
| Sodium | 404 mg | 316 mg |
| Zinc | 1.71 mg | 1.34 mg |
| Copper | 0.59 mg | 0.46 mg |
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Selenium | 5.4 µg | 4.2 µg |
| Vitamin C | 6.5 mg | 5.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 13.1 µg | 10.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.74 mg | 1.36 mg |
| Vitamin K | 56.6 µg | 44.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.15 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.78 mg | 0.61 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 117.7 µg | 92.1 µg |
| Choline | 30.3 mg | 23.7 mg |
