Indian Kale and Moong Dal

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Indian kale and moong dal for veggie lovers.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dried moong dal

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ tablespoon ground turmeric

  • ¼ tablespoon cumin seeds

  • 3 cups chopped kale

  • 1 pinch chili powder (Optional)

  • salt to taste

  • ¼ cup water

Directions

  1. Soak moong dal in water for 30 minutes. Drain.

  2. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add turmeric and cumin seeds; cook until seeds start crackling. Add kale and soaked dal, followed by chili powder and salt. Pour in 1/4 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat back to medium-low and cover the pan. Cook, mixing every 5 minutes, until desired tenderness is reached, 10 to 20 minutes total.

Cook's Notes:

Moong lentils are available in most grocery stores. If you can't find them, you can use your favorite lentils.

Use any cooking oil you prefer.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

131 Calories
4g Fat
17g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 131
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 53mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 8g 29%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 358mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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