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Red lentil dal with rice

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Red lentil dal with riceRed lentil dal with rice

$1.12 a serving · 35 min

  • One pan
  • Makes leftovers
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Nut-free
  • Heart-healthy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Comfort food
  • Indian-inspired
  • Family friendly
  • Asian-inspired
  • Beans & lentils

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $4.47 if you cook for four.

Protein
18g
Carbs
82g
Time
35 min

Ingredients

Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Onions1
  • Garlic1
  • Fresh ginger3 tsp
  • Fresh cilantro2 tsp

Pantry

  • Dried red lentils3 oz
  • Rice3 oz
  • Canned diced tomatoes1
  • Vegetable oil2 tsp

Spices

  • Turmeric1 tsp
  • Ground cumin1 tsp
  • Garam masala1 tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Start the rice. Cook onion, garlic and ginger in oil. Add turmeric, cumin and garam masala.

  2. 2

    Add lentils, tomatoes and water. Simmer 20 minutes until the lentils collapse.

  3. 3

    Serve over rice with cilantro.

People also ask

What to serve with Red lentil dal with rice?
Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Red lentil dal with rice and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Red lentil dal with rice?
Yes. Red lentil dal with rice holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Red lentil dal with rice last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Red lentil dal with rice vegan?
Yes. Red lentil dal with rice is vegan.
Is Red lentil dal with rice vegetarian?
Yes. Red lentil dal with rice is vegetarian.

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