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Breakfast Moong Dal
80
Health
Score
Breakfast · Indian

Breakfast Moong Dal

Grade A⏱ 30 min🍽 4 servingsEasy

A light spiced lentil porridge — a savory Indian start to the day.

Low-CarbAnti-InflammatoryHigh-FiberVeganGluten-Free
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow moong dal
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Method

  1. 1Simmer dal with turmeric and water until soft.
  2. 2Temper cumin seeds in a little oil and stir in.
  3. 3Top with cilantro.

Nutrition

Per 1 serving (~291 g)

182.5
Calories
12.5g
Protein
33.1g
Carbs
0.8g
Fat
8.3g
Fiber

Why Breakfast Moong Dal scores 80

Nutrient density32 / 35
Protein quality11 / 15
Fiber content9 / 10
Healthy fats5 / 10
Bioactive compounds7 / 15
Glycemic impact9 / 10
Top nutrients

% Daily Value per serving

Folate 23%Copper 15%Manganese 12%Thiamin 7.9%Magnesium 7.7%

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