Tomato Moong Dal Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Tomato Moong Dal is a comforting and nutritious Indian lentil dish made with yellow moong dal and tomatoes. It is flavored with aromatic spices and tempered with ghee or oil. This dish is rich in protein and fiber, making it a healthy choice for a vegetarian meal. Serve it with rice or roti for a complete and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients for Tomato Moong Dal Recipe

  • 0.17 cup Yellow Moong Dal
  • 0.33 Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 0.17 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 0.33 cloves Cloves Of Garlic, Minced
  • 0.33 Green Chilies, Slit
  • 0.08 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 0.33 tablespoon Ghee Or Oil
  • as needed Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Tomato Moong Dal Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak the moong dal for 30 minutes.
  • STEP 2.Pressure cook the dal with water, turmeric powder, and salt.
  • STEP 3.In a pan, heat ghee or oil and add cumin seeds, garlic, and green chilies.
  • STEP 4.Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
  • STEP 5.Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well.
  • STEP 6.Simmer for a few minutes and garnish with coriander leaves.
  • STEP 7.Serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

  • Soaking the dal helps in faster cooking and better digestion.
  • You can adjust the consistency of the dal by adding more or less water.
  • For a variation, you can add vegetables like spinach or bottle gourd.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover dal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the dal before serving and adjust the consistency with water if needed.
  • Serve the dal with rice, roti, or bread for a wholesome meal.
Nutrition
value
230
calories per serving
1 g Fat17 g Protein37 g Carbs8 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    1g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Carbs
    37g
  • Fiber
    8g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    37g
  • Protein
    17g
  • Fiber
    8g

Fats

  • Fat
    1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    38mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    614mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    78mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    17mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    118mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    290mg
  • Selenium
    34mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp