IndianLunchVegetarianHigh Fiber

Dal Tadka

Dal Tadka is a lunch indian recipe with 270 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

270 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

12 g

Ingredients

  • toor dal.25 cup
  • onion.25 cup
  • tomatoes.25 cup
  • cumin seeds.25 tsp
  • turmeric.25 tsp
  • ghee1 tbsp
  • coriander1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Cook 1/4 cup toor dal with 1 cup water until soft.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan, add 1/4 tsp cumin seeds.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add 1/4 cup chopped onion, sauté until golden.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Mix in 1/4 tsp turmeric, salt to taste, and 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes, cook until soft.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add cooked dal, simmer for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

270

Protein

12g

Carbs

40g

Fat

8g

Fiber

8g

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Dal Tadka can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dal Tadka

How many calories are in Dal Tadka?

Dal Tadka has about 270 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Dal Tadka suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Dal Tadka is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Dal Tadka gluten-free?

Dal Tadka is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Dal Tadka?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Dal Tadka ahead of time?

Dal Tadka can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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