Low Carb Simple Cooked Moong Daal

Warm, comforting, and packed with protein, this Low Carb Simple Cooked Moong Daal is a healthy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Made with tender moong daal simmered to perfection with aromatic turmeric and finished with a vibrant tempering of mustard seeds, garlic, curry leaves, and green chili, this Indian classic offers rich layers of spice and earthiness. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this low-carb recipe is naturally gluten-free and makes a versatile addition to your diet—serve it as a soothing soup, a hearty side, or a light main course. Garnished with fresh coriander leaves, this nourishing dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for dieters and foodies alike, this moong daal delivers bold flavors in every spoonful while being kind to your waistline!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Moong daal
• 3 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Oil (vegetable or olive)
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Green chili, chopped
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the moong daal under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures the daal cooks evenly.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed moong daal, 3 cups of water, and turmeric powder. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until the daal becomes soft and mushy, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Add salt to the cooked daal and stir well. Turn off the heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a separate small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle. Once they begin to pop, add cumin seeds, minced garlic, chopped green chili, and curry leaves. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic turns golden brown and aromatic.

Step 6

Pour the tempering mixture into the cooked daal and mix well. Check seasoning and adjust salt if necessary.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Step 8

Serve the low carb moong daal hot, as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	860.2

Total Fat 17.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2423.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2795.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.3%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 60.3%