Indian Dal (Mild Lentil Soup)

Name: Indian Dal (Mild Lentil Soup)
Prep time: 35 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: India
Ingredients: 1/2 cup red lentils (soaked, rinsed); 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cumin; 1 small onion (diced); 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp ghee; 1/2 cup diced tomato; Fresh cilantro

A mildly spiced red lentil soup — made CKD-safe by thoroughly soaking and rinsing the lentils to reduce potassium by up to 30%.

Prep Time 35 min

Servings 3

Calories 250 kcal

CKD Rating Moderate

Nutrition per serving

250

Calories

170mg

Phosphorus

170 / 800mg daily limit

280mg

Sodium

280 / 2000mg daily limit

400mg

Potassium

400 / 2000mg daily limit

CKD Dietitian Tip

Soaking and double-rinsing lentils removes up to 30% potassium. Use small portions.

Ingredients

1/2 cup red lentils (soaked, rinsed)
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp ghee
1/2 cup diced tomato
Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1
Soak lentils 30 min, rinse well (reduces potassium).
2
Sauté onion and garlic in ghee.
3
Add spices, cook 1 min.
4
Add lentils and 3 cups water. Simmer 20 min.
5
Garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice.

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