Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Tomatoes, cut into small wedges | 420 g | Sour, Sweet · Heating |
 Cucumber, cut into thin half-moons | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Cilantro leaves, roughly chopped | 22 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds, toasted and crushed | 5 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Olive oil, measured for dressing | 14 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt, finely ground | 3 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Rinse the tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro leaves for 30 seconds, drain thoroughly, and dry the cut surfaces before assembling Summer Tomato Cucumber Cold Soup; let all components reach room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Blend the tomato and cucumber to a lightly pulpy consistency. Blend for 30–40 seconds, stop to scrape the sides, and leave the texture described rather than aerating it.
- Stir in cilantro and crushed coriander after the motor stops. Lift and turn the pieces for 30 seconds with the heat off, stopping before the crisp edges bruise or release moisture.
- Season with oil and salt and let the soup approach room temperature. Wait 1 minute at room temperature, taste a small piece or spoonful, and correct the salt or acidity before the final assembly.
- Let Summer Tomato Cucumber Cold Soup stand at room temperature for 3 minutes, stir once without aerating it, and serve at midday without chilling it sharply.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original lacto-vegetarian recipe developed for the R3 regional and practical cooking collection)
Summer Tomato Cucumber Cold Soup is a cooling summer preparation with an explicit raw-food caution for vata Vata: bring the portion to room temperature, eat it at midday, and choose the gently warmed variant if digestion feels variable. Pitta: keep sour dressing modest and favor mint, fennel, or cilantro. Kapha: use little oil and make greens or crisp vegetables the largest portion.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Summer Tomato Cucumber Cold Soup
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (191g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 35 kcal | 66 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 1.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.0 g | 7.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 2.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | 4.1 g |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 4.0 g |
| Calcium | 18.5 mg | 35.3 mg |
| Iron | 0.43 mg | 0.82 mg |
| Magnesium | 14.1 mg | 26.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 26.7 mg | 51.0 mg |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 404 mg |
| Sodium | 157 mg | 300 mg |
| Zinc | 0.22 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Copper | 0.06 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.12 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Selenium | 0.3 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 9.5 mg | 18.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 34.8 µg | 66.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.77 mg | 1.47 mg |
| Vitamin K | 20.8 µg | 39.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.03 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.03 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.41 mg | 0.79 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 12.8 µg | 24.4 µg |
| Choline | 6.4 mg | 12.2 mg |
