Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Quinoa flour | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Whole-wheat flour | 120 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh parsley | 24 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 340 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the quinoa flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, fresh parsley.
- 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)
Quinoa Parsley 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 Quinoa Parsley Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (101g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 213 kcal | 217 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 7.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 34.5 g | 35.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 4.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.09 g | 0.09 g |
| Total Fat | 5.6 g | 5.7 g |
| Calcium | 27.9 mg | 28.3 mg |
| Iron | 2.42 mg | 2.46 mg |
| Magnesium | 94.8 mg | 96.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 223.0 mg | 226.7 mg |
| Potassium | 278 mg | 282 mg |
| Sodium | 244 mg | 248 mg |
| Zinc | 1.56 mg | 1.59 mg |
| Copper | 0.29 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 1.36 mg | 1.38 mg |
| Selenium | 12.3 µg | 12.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.9 mg | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 12.8 µg | 13.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 3.70 mg | 3.76 mg |
| Vitamin K | 50.9 µg | 51.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.21 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.14 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.33 mg | 1.35 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 78.9 µg | 80.2 µg |
| Choline | 30.9 mg | 31.4 mg |
