This vegan light dhal is simply divine. Loaded with lentils, this plant-based dhal is packed with protein and full of potassium, calcium and zinc. This vegan dish is also sugar and gluten-free, so all can dig in.
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Red Lentil Dal
This vegan light dhal is simply divine. Loaded with lentils, this plant-based dhal is packed with protein and full of potassium, calcium and zinc. This vegan dish is also sugar and gluten-free, so all can dig in.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups red lentils, cooked in 6 cups water
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup red onion, diced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt
Instructions
- Cook lentils in medium pot with water until they are soft (about 15 minutes).
- In a separate pot, heat olive oil and cook ginger, garlic and onion until onion is semi-translucent.
- Pour in water and add turmeric, coriander, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, and salt and bring to a boil.
- Turn down to a simmer and add in cooked lentils.
- Let simmer for another 5 minutes to let spices soak into lentils and then serve over rice!
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 381kcal, Carbohydrates: 61g, Protein: 24g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 605mg, Potassium: 997mg, Fiber: 29g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 194IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 8mg
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