Spinach and Lentil Dahl

Dahl is best described as a flavorful curry or stew-like soup. It consists of legumes and, in this case, fresh leafy greens. Serve it as is, with a simple swirl of yogurt, naan, or rice.

Spinach and Lentil Dahl

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Author: Rachel Aust

Prep time: 35 MinCook time: 28 MinTotal time: 1 H & 3 M

Dahl is best described as a flavorful curry or stew-like soup. It consists of legumes and, in this case, fresh leafy greens. Serve it as is, with a simple swirl of yogurt, naan, or rice.

Ingredients

• 310 grams dry red lentils
• 875 milliliters water
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 453 grams fresh spinach, stems removed and chopped
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 118 milliliters coconut milk

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils, then soak them in room-temperature water for 25 minutes.
2. Pour the measured water into a medium pot and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
3. Meanwhile, drain the lentils.
4. Add the drained lentils to the water once boiling, along with the salt, turmeric, chili powder, and cumin.
5. Return to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and simmer the lentils for 15 minutes or until tender.
6. Meanwhile, heat the coconut oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
7. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes.
8. Add the ginger, garlic, mustard powder, and black pepper. Continue to sauté for another minute or until softened.
9. Stir the spinach into the lentils and cook until wilted.
10. Transfer the onion, ginger, and garlic to the pot with the lentils. Stir to combine.
11. Add the garam masala and coconut milk. Cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes but do not bring the dahl to a boil.
12. Remove from the heat and serve as desired. Rice is an option, as is naan or aloo paratha. Some even ladle it into bowls and eat dahl with a spoon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

509.11

Fat (grams)

18.52 g

Carbs (grams)

59.78 g

Protein (grams)

30.93 g

Fiber (grams)

10.42 g

While I do my best to calculate the nutritional information these figures should be considered estimates only.

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