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Spinach Dal

A lentil and spinach stew seasoned with warm spices and aromatics. Simmered until creamy, served as a thick curry or ladled soup.

60
min
4
servings
312
kcal
15g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Spinach6 cups, loosely packed
Lentils1 cup
Onion1 medium
Garlic3 cloves
Ginger1 tbsp
Olive Oil2 tbsp
Cumin1 tsp
Turmeric0.5 tsp
Salt1 tsp

Method

1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate or mince the ginger. Roughly chop the spinach.

2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

3

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add garam masala, cumin, and turmeric; cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

5

Pour in vegetable broth and add the rinsed lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until lentils are tender and beginning to break down.

6

Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 3–5 minutes, until wilted and fully incorporated.

7

Season with salt and lime juice. Simmer for 2 more minutes, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

8

Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories312 kcal
Protein15 g
Carbohydrate43.5 g
Fat9.3 g
Fibre2.2 g
Sodium1699.3 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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