YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Spiced Red Lentil Dal
A wonderfully comforting dal that blends creamy coconut milk and rich spices with red lentils, accented by a cool dollop of Greek yogurt. This dish offers a vibrant mix of textures and flavors, from the aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger to the warming turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Perfect as a hearty dinner that nourishes and delights.
INGREDIENTS
1.25 cups cooked red lentils (approx. 250g)
0.5 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (approx. 120g)
0.25 cup lite coconut milk (approx. 60g)
1 medium yellow onion (approx. 70g)
2 garlic cloves (approx. 12g)
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (approx. 6g)
0.5 cup canned diced tomatoes (approx. 90g)
1 teaspoon olive oil (approx. 4.5g)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
PREPARATION
Rinse the red lentils under cold water and set them aside.
In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the turmeric, cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to lightly toast for 30 seconds.
Add the rinsed red lentils, canned diced tomatoes, and lite coconut milk to the pot. Mix well to combine the flavors.
Pour in 1 cup of water (or adjust to achieve your desired dal consistency) and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid.
Once the lentils are cooked to a creamy consistency, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle the dal into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Serve warm, enjoying the rich, spiced flavors perfect for any meal of the day.