Simple Mixed Dahl

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 15
Simple Mixed Dahl - A healthy vegetarian meal for a cozy night in
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g brown rice
2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1 onion , chopped finely
2 garlic cloves , crushed
100 g dry split yellow peas ( or 250g cooked )
100 g dried red lentils ( or 250g cooked )
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 -2 teaspoon chili sauce ( to taste )
300 g frozen green peas
125 ml low-fat plain yogurt ( optional )
3 1/2 cups water ( for cooking )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
296
Sugar
4g
Fat
2.5g
Simple Mixed Dahl is a popular vegetarian dish across the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East. It is made with yellow peas, red lentils, spices, and green peas. It is one of those meals that can be served for lunch, dinner, or as a side at a potluck. This Dahl recipe is an excellent introduction for those new to vegetarian cuisine and spice mixtures. Treat yourself to a warm bowl of Dahl on a cold winter day or any day when you crave comfort food that is both healthy and delicious.

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and drain.
2.Heat the vegetable broth in a pan and add the chopped onion and garlic until they soften.
3.Add the uncooked yellow peas and lentils to the pan and fill it up with 3.5 cups of water.
4.Add all the spices to the pot and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes until the peas and lentils are cooked.
5.Add the frozen green peas and the chili sauce and heat them for 5 more minutes.
6.Serve the Dahl on a bed of brown rice with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, if you prefer.

PROS

This meal is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low in fat and calories.
It is high in fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.

The recipe makes six servings and is perfect for meal prepping or a cozy family dinner.
It is also budget-friendly.

CONS

The meal takes roughly 45-50 minutes to make from scratch.
Some people might find the taste too spicy, so add the chili sauce in moderation according to your taste preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in plant-based protein, which helps to build and repair body tissue. The lentils and green peas are great sources of iron, vitamin B6, magnesium, and folate. These nutrients help to boost the immune system and maintain healthy bones and teeth.
The spices, such as turmeric and cumin, are anti-inflammatory, and have been linked to lowering the risk of chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s and cancer.

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