Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked chickpeas, dried well | 500 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Cumin seeds | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the well-dried cooked chickpeas and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the olive oil, cumin seeds, and rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray.
- Roast until hot and lightly crisp, turning midway so the edges color evenly.
- Serve warm in a modest portion.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-snack adaptation)
Cumin Roasted Chickpeas is roasted rather than deep-fried and is best served warm. 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 Roasted Chickpeas
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (87g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 233 kcal | 204 kcal |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 6.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 24.5 g | 21.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 6.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | 3.7 g |
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 10.5 g |
| Calcium | 49.3 mg | 43.2 mg |
| Iron | 2.97 mg | 2.60 mg |
| Magnesium | 45.0 mg | 39.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 151.4 mg | 132.5 mg |
| Potassium | 267 mg | 234 mg |
| Sodium | 508 mg | 444 mg |
| Zinc | 1.38 mg | 1.21 mg |
| Copper | 0.32 mg | 0.28 mg |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium | 3.3 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.1 mg | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.3 µg | 1.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 2.03 mg | 1.78 mg |
| Vitamin K | 11.9 µg | 10.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.10 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.06 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.47 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 144.8 µg | 126.7 µg |
| Choline | 38.1 mg | 33.3 mg |
