Paleo Rote Linsen-Dal

Elevate your paleo meal game with this flavorful Paleo Rote Linsen-Dal, a wholesome, dairy-free twist on a traditional Indian-inspired favorite. Featuring tender, protein-packed red lentils cooked to perfection in creamy coconut milk and infused with the warm, aromatic spices of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, this dish delivers a comforting balance of earthy richness and zesty brightness from fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a total cook time of 30 minutes, this paleo-friendly dal is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it piping hot as a satisfying standalone dish or paired with your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete and nourishing paleo meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 unit Cinnamon stick
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 2 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 unit Lemon, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once melted, add the cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and the cinnamon stick to the pot, stirring well to coat the onions with the spices.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the rinsed lentils, coconut milk, water, and salt to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the mixture has thickened.

Step 9

Remove the cinnamon stick from the dal.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice, adjusting salt to taste if necessary.

Step 11

Serve the dal hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	749.3

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2473.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.3mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2209.4mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 51.0%