IndianLunchVegetarianHigh Fiber

Masoor Dal

Masoor Dal is a lunch indian recipe with 250 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

250 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

10 g

Ingredients

  • masoor dal.25 cup
  • onion.25 cup
  • turmeric.25 tsp
  • cumin seeds.25 tsp
  • mustard seeds.25 tsp
  • coriander1 tbsp
  • oil1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

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

  2. 2

    Step 2

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

  3. 3

    Step 3

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

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add cooked dal, 1/4 tsp turmeric, salt to taste.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Simmer for 5 minutes, garnish with coriander.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

250

Protein

10g

Carbs

40g

Fat

6g

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

Masoor Dal 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 Masoor Dal

How many calories are in Masoor Dal?

Masoor Dal has about 250 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Masoor Dal suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Masoor Dal is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Masoor Dal gluten-free?

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

Are there any allergen ingredients in Masoor Dal?

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 Masoor Dal ahead of time?

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

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