Weight Loss Dal Recipe — Easy & Authentic

This Weight Loss Dal is a nutritious and flavorful dish made with lentils, perfect for a healthy diet. It's low in calories yet high in protein, making it ideal for weight loss.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup split red lentils (masoor dal)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 green chili, slit
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
• 4 cups water

For tempering

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Rinse the lentils thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2Step 2: In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
3. 3Step 3: Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, followed by chopped onions. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
4. 4Step 4: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and green chili; cook for a minute until fragrant.
5. 5Step 5: Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes soften.
6. 6Step 6: Add rinsed lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until lentils are cooked through.
7. 7Step 7: Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: Serve with brown rice or whole grain roti for a balanced meal.
• Tip 2: Adjust the spice level by adding more or less green chili.
• Tip 3: You can add spinach or kale for extra nutrients.

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