Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Firm tofu | 400 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Fresh parsley | 24 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Fresh dill | 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 firm tofu until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the fresh parsley and fresh dill.
- 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)
Warm Tofu 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 Warm Tofu Herb Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (70g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 146 kcal | 103 kcal |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 8.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.1 g | 2.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 1.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Total Fat | 10.6 g | 7.5 g |
| Calcium | 502.6 mg | 354.9 mg |
| Iron | 2.76 mg | 1.95 mg |
| Magnesium | 47.3 mg | 33.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 142.4 mg | 100.5 mg |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 162 mg |
| Sodium | 290 mg | 205 mg |
| Zinc | 1.22 mg | 0.86 mg |
| Copper | 0.29 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Manganese | 0.90 mg | 0.64 mg |
| Selenium | 12.4 µg | 8.7 µg |
| Vitamin C | 10.6 mg | 7.5 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 30.6 µg | 21.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.73 mg | 0.51 mg |
| Vitamin K | 72.2 µg | 51.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.09 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.40 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 32.2 µg | 22.8 µg |
| Choline | 0.9 mg | 0.6 mg |
