Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Zucchini, cooked | 430 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds, ground | 65 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh mint | 20 g | Pungent, Sweet · Cooling |
 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 zucchini until fully tender, then let it cool from hot to warm.
- Prepare the ground sesame seeds and fresh mint.
- 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)
Zucchini Sesame 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 Zucchini Sesame Dip
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (79g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 108 kcal | 86 kcal |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 2.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.5 g | 4.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.4 g |
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 7.3 g |
| Calcium | 123.5 mg | 98.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.25 mg | 1.79 mg |
| Magnesium | 52.5 mg | 41.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 94.9 mg | 75.7 mg |
| Potassium | 255 mg | 203 mg |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 201 mg |
| Zinc | 1.07 mg | 0.85 mg |
| Copper | 0.47 mg | 0.37 mg |
| Manganese | 0.42 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Selenium | 3.7 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 14.9 mg | 11.9 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 13.7 µg | 10.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.70 mg | 0.56 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.2 µg | 4.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.84 mg | 0.67 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.20 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 30.1 µg | 24.0 µg |
| Choline | 9.3 mg | 7.4 mg |
