Description
A comforting and flavorful Red Lentil Dahl recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a cozy dinner. This vegan and gluten-free dish is packed with protein and warming spices, making it a satisfying meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed well
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Garnish:
- fresh cilantro for garnish
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil. Add cumin seeds and cook for 30 seconds.
- Sauté onion: Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Stir in garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute.
- Add spices: Add turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well.
- Add lentils and tomatoes: Pour in lentils, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until lentils are soft.
- Season: Season with salt. Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and lemon.
Notes
- Serve with basmati rice, naan, or warm flatbread.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
