Food52 Spicy Indian Lentil Dal Recipe

Total time: 127 minutes

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Net Carbs are 12% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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Keto & Health Insights for Food52 Spicy Indian Lentil Dal Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 12% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

Food52 Spicy Indian Lentil Dal Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4 servings   ( 94 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 247
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 8mg
Sodium: 216mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 13g
Calcium: 35mg Iron: 4mg
Potassium: 444mg Vitamin A: 41mcg
Vitamin C: 21mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup masoor lentils
  • 1/2 cup moong lentils
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green birds eye chilli (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 1-2 tsp salt (according to taste)
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 can plum tomatoes
  • Handful fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Visit Food52's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)