Keyword: dal

Mains, Sides, Soups

Squash and Split Pea Coconut Soup

This soup, made with squash, split pea lentils and coconut milk is a comforting way to use that hearty Fall bounty. It’s delicious and loaded with savoury depth. Yellow split peas, squash and onions are all simmered together with coconut milk and an assortment of warm, aromatic spices. And it […]

Mains

Lentil Meatballs Succulent & Vegan

Vegan Lentil Meatballs – This is a lovely recipe made with green lentils, oats and almond flour. So delicious and high in protein, these are very healthy and completely plant based. Serve with your favourite sauce for a quick and simple weeknight dinner These Lentil Meatballs are a great addition […]

Indian, Soups

Healthy and Hearty Green Lentil Stew

Mung beans (green lentil) are one of my favourites and I love their earthy taste so I’m always looking for different ways to cook them. In this recipe, I added the vegetables I had available in my fridge but you can add any vegetables and this stew and it will […]

Indian, Mains, Soups

Lauki & Chana Dal (Split Chickpea Lentil & Gourd Soup)

Chana dal/lentils is black chickpeas (kala chana) that have been split and the black husks removed. These lentils have a sweet and nutty taste and are low fat, gluten-free and vegan. They are also high in fiber, a rich source of protein and also a good option for people who are on a low carb or diabetic-friendly diet due to its low glycemic index.

In the east, the gourd is regarded as one of the healthiest vegetables. It has a high water content (appox. 92%) and provides many vitamins and minerals and health benefits that aid in digestion, weight loss and hydration.

Serve it with rice and/or roti (flatbread) or my favourite – eat it on it’s own as a soup!