Healthy Indian Spinach Dal
Dal is one of India's most famous and healthiest dishes — yellow lentils cooked with warming spices and iron-rich spinach.
In-article ad space
Benefits
- Excellent plant protein
- Rich in iron from lentils and spinach
- Low glycaemic index
Spinach Dal
10 minPrep
25 minCook
4Servings
230kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow lentils
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Method
- Rinse lentils and cook with 3 cups water and turmeric for 20 minutes.
- In another pan, sauté onion and garlic in oil.
- Add cumin and spinach; cook until wilted.
- Mix spinach into the lentils and serve with brown rice or bread.
Fresh Indian spicesAffiliate link — costs you nothing extra and supports the blog
Check price
Tip
Add lemon juice just before serving — it lifts the flavour and helps iron absorption.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen spinach?
Yes, and it works great! Thaw first and squeeze out the excess water.
What type of lentil should I use?
Yellow or red (split) lentils cook faster and give a creamy texture.
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes — thin it with milk if the child prefers it softer, and serve with bread fingers.
You might also like 😋
⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.