🟢 Dosa Chaska – Sarson Ka Saag

The Punjab at Spring - Mustard Greens, Curly Kale, Spinach & Courgette

Our Sarson Ka Saag – The Punjab at Spring is a slow‑cooked celebration of mustard greens, kale, spinach, and a wide range of seasonal vegetables, enriched with legumes, seeds, nuts, and warming spices.

Each 650 g box provides around 28 g of plant protein, over 100% of daily iron needs, and nearly 30 g of fibre, making it one of our most nutrient‑dense, vegetable‑forward meals. Naturally rich in vitamins A, C, K, calcium, and potassium, this dish supports energy, immunity, digestion, and overall vitality.

In Punjabi tradition, sarson ka saag is eaten to restore strength after winter, grounding the body while nourishing it deeply — food with purpose, not shortcuts.

1. ✅ Naturally iron‑rich
2. ✅ Fibre‑dense vegetable meal
3. ✅ Vegan & dairy‑free
4. ✅ Made from whole, seasonal ingredients

A deeply rooted, nourishing dish that tastes like spring in Punjab.

Complete Nutrition & Micronutrient Profile (per 650 g cooked box)

1. Vegetable‑forward • Iron‑rich • Fibre‑dense
2. Protein‑supporting • Non‑UPF • HFSS‑aware
3. Ayurvedically grounding • Deeply nourishing

✅ All nutrition below is calculated per full 650 g finished curry (one box), not per 100 g or raw ingredients.

2️⃣ Macronutrient Breakdown (per 650 g cooked box)

3️⃣ Micronutrient Profile (per 650 g box)

🌿 Vitamins (per 650 g box)

1. Vitamin A (beta‑carotene): Vision & immune protection
2. Vitamin K: Bone strength & blood clotting
3. Vitamin C: Immunity & antioxidant support
4. Folate (B9): Red blood cell formation
5. Vitamin B6: Protein metabolism & nervous system

4️⃣ Phytonutrients & Bioactive Compounds

Sarson ka saag is one of the most phytonutrient‑dense dishes in Indian cuisine:

🌱 From Mustard Greens, Kale & Spinach

1. Glucosinolates – cellular protection
2. Chlorophyll – detoxification support
3. Lutein & zeaxanthin – eye health

🌰 From Seeds & Nuts

1. Healthy fats supporting hormone & cell health
2. Phytosterols supporting heart health

🌶 From Ginger, Garlic & Chillies

1. Anti‑inflammatory and immune‑supportive compounds

5️⃣ Ayurvedic Assessment (Authentic)

🔥 Dosha Impact

1. Vata Strongly grounding & warming
2. Pitta Pacifying when eaten warm
3. Kapha Stimulating, not heavy

Traditionally used to restore strength after winter, Considered deeply rasayana (rejuvenative) when cooked slowly

🌾 Digestibility

1. Chickpea flour and hing improve digestion of greens
2. Long cooking breaks down fibrous leaves
3. Suitable for seasonal detox and gut reset

6️⃣ Glycaemic & Metabolic Profile

1. Low‑to‑moderate glycaemic load
2. Very high fibre buffers natural sugars
3. Suitable for:
4. Blood‑sugar awareness
5. Heart health
6. Satiety‑driven eating

7️⃣ HFSS & UPF Positioning (UK‑Specific)

1. ✅ Not ultra‑processed
2. ✅ No added sugar
3. ✅ Whole vegetables, legumes, nuts & seeds

⚠️ Moderate fat from oil and nuts (traditional, not refined UPF). Best framed as a traditional, seasonal, whole‑food meal.

⚠️ Allergen Information

Contains:

1. Cashew (tree nuts)
2. Pistachio (tree nuts)
3. Sesame seeds

Prepared using asafoetida which may contain traces of wheat – not suitable for people with coeliac disease.

Prepared in a kitchen that also handles nuts, mustard, and cereals containing gluten.

📌 Disclaimer

Nutritional information is provided as a guideline only and has been generated using standard ingredient data and AI‑assisted analysis tools. Actual nutritional values may vary due to ingredient sourcing, preparation methods, and natural variation between batches. This information is not intended as medical or dietary advice. Dosa Chaska Ltd accepts no liability for reliance placed on this information.