Crunchy Sprouted Moong Dal Salad: Healthy & Refreshing
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About Crunchy Sprouted Moong Dal Salad: Healthy & Refreshing
This Crunchy Sprouted Moong Dal Salad is a vibrant and healthy recipe, perfect for a light breakfast, lunch, or side dish. Packed with protein and nutrients from sprouted moong dal (mung beans), this salad is also a fantastic way to manage blood sugar levels. The crunchy textures and fresh flavors make it incredibly refreshing, especially during warmer months.Beyond its health benefits, this salad is incredibly easy to prepare. Simply combine pre-soaked and steamed lentils with a variety of crunchy elements and a zesty lemon dressing. The recipe is easily adaptable to your taste; feel free to adjust the spices and vegetables to your liking.Get ready for a delicious and nutritious meal that's both satisfying and good for you! This recipe is a perfect example of how simple, healthy eating can be incredibly flavorful.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Total10 minutes
Ingredients
Sprouts & Lentils
- 1 cup Moong Dal Sprouts soaked overnight and steamed until tender
- 1 cup Pigeon Peas arhar dal or toor dal, soaked overnight and steamed until tender; can substitute with other cooked lentils like masoor dal, split
Nuts & Seeds
- 2 tbsp Peanuts crushed, roasted
- 2 tbsp Desiccated Coconut
- 1 tbsp Walnuts crushed
Vegetables
Seasoning & Dressing
- 1 Lemon juiced
- 1 tsp Chaat Masala
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Soak and steam the moong dal sprouts and split pigeon peas separately until tender. Roast and crush the peanuts and walnuts. Finely chop the onion, tomato, and cucumber. Grate or use desiccated coconut.
Combine and Season
- In a large bowl, combine the steamed moong dal sprouts, cooked split pigeon peas, crushed peanuts, coconut, and crushed walnuts. Add the chopped onion, tomato, and cucumber.
Dress and Serve
- Add the lemon juice, chaat masala, and salt to taste. Mix well to combine all the ingredients and flavors. Serve the salad chilled for the best taste and refreshing experience.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Crunchy Sprouted Moong Dal Salad
- Pre-soaking is key: Soaking the lentils and sprouts overnight ensures they cook evenly and become more digestible.
- Adjust the crunch: Feel free to add other crunchy elements like roasted chickpeas, sunflower seeds, or chopped cashews.
- Spice it up: Experiment with other spices like cumin powder, coriander powder, or a pinch of red chili powder for an extra kick.
- Make it ahead: This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance. Store it in the refrigerator and let it chill before serving. However, adding the lemon juice just before serving helps to maintain freshness.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 502mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 671IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg
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I’m eager to make this recipe!
Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.
What a delicious idea! Thanks for sharing.