Name: Lentil and Spinach Dal Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained; 2 cups water; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp cumin powder; 1/2 tsp coriander powder; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cups spinach, chopped; salt to taste; lemon wedges for garnish

Lentil and Spinach Dal Recipe

Maye Cartwright Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Lentil and Spinach Dal

A warm and comforting Indian dish made with lentils and spinach, packed with protein and flavor.

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups spinach, chopped
salt to taste
lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the lentils, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne. Stir well and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add the spinach to the pan and sauté until wilted.
Add the cooked lentils to the pan and stir well.
Season with salt to taste.
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories : 223 kcal
Fat : 4g
Saturated Fat : 1g
Carbohydrates : 34g
Fiber : 9g
Sugar : 3g
Protein : 16g

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