Spinach with Dhal

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this savory and nutritious Spinach with Dhal recipe, a comforting blend of soft yellow lentils and vibrant spinach leaves simmered in a fragrant medley of spices. Infused with cumin, mustard seeds, and a hint of red chili heat, this vegetarian dish is perfectly balanced with tangy lemon juice and a fresh cilantro garnish. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and brimming with wholesome ingredients like toor dhal, garlic, ginger, and turmeric, this recipe is as healthy as it is flavorful. Serve it steaming hot with fluffy rice or warm bread for a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Perfect for lovers of Indian-inspired cooking, this one-pot wonder is both hearty and easy to make, ensuring it becomes a go-to staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup split yellow lentils (toor dhal)
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 3 cups water
• 1 medium onion
• 2 units garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 medium tomato
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the split yellow lentils under running water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Chop the onion, mince the garlic and ginger, and dice the tomato.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil (or ghee) over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds and allow them to crackle for about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and diced tomato. Cook until the tomato softens, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the turmeric powder and red chili powder, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Add the rinsed lentils and water to the pot, increase the heat and bring it to a boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until the lentils are tender and cooked through, approximately 20 minutes.

Step 9

Meanwhile, wash the spinach leaves thoroughly, chop them roughly, and set aside.

Step 10

Once the lentils are cooked, add the chopped spinach and salt to the pot. Stir well and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Finish by adding lemon juice and garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice or warm bread of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1336.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1103.3

Total Fat 32.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3639.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 50.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.0mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 3735.5mg	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: 25.7%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 56.7%