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Easy Masoor Dal Tadka
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating — nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱10 minsPrep Time
🔥25 minsCook Time
⏰35 minsTotal Time
👥3Serves
protein-richdiabetic-friendly
Split red masoor cooks fast into a silky dal. Turmeric, tomato and a cumin-garlic tadka make it weeknight comfort.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Rinse and cook masoor with turmeric until soft; mash lightly.
2
Simmer with chopped tomato and salt.
3
Temper cumin, garlic and chilli; pour over. Finish with coriander and lemon.
Nutrition per serving
165kcal
Protein11g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat4g
Fibre5g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Red lentils are quick-cooking plant protein. A light temper keeps this diabetic-friendly when oil stays measured.
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Pro Tips
- →Masoor softens fast — don’t overcook to paste unless you want it.
- →Rinse until water runs clearer.
- →Lemon brightens flavour.
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Variations
- 1Add spinach.
- 2Use ghee for richer tadka.
Frequently Asked Questions
Needs longer cooking; this recipe is for split red.
Simmer uncovered a few minutes.
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