Highlights:
Pink lentils have always been a rich source of antioxidants which of which a class of flavones. Pink lentil has impressive mineral fiber, Calcium, iron, and folate content. The fiber remains in pink lentils to maintain blood sugar levels. Even if

Overview:
Pink lentil is quite common among the Indians who prefer consuming it either with bread or with rice. Indian commonly utter masoor or Masur dal instead of split pulses. These are known as the pink lentil whole by the South Asians. However, in certain regions like Karnataka, India, Masoor dal is termed as kempu to gari bele, some may call it simply orange dal.

Preparation Information:
Pink Dal is known as Masoor dal. Pink lentil is a popular Lentils curry from the Indian Subcontinent. Ingredients 1 cup of whole Pink lentil without skin 3 cups room temperature water 2 tablespoon oil 2 spoons of ginger and garlic paste 1 large onion finely chopped 1 large tomato finely chopped 2 tablespoons coriander and cumin powder pinch of turmeric salt to taste half spoon of red chili powder Heat oil on a saucepan add chopped onion and saute till golden brown add coriander powder, cumin powder, and ginger garlic paste stir 5 minutes then add tomato till tenter, add pink lentil and mix all ingredients mix well stir fry for 5 minutes, add red chili powder, and mix stir fry for 2 minutes, pour water and let simmer for at least 45 minutes on a low flame. stir from time to time until Pink lentils become soft and well mixed. Turn heat. Serve with rice or chapatis

Nutritional Facts:
Serving Size 100g Energy 317Kcal Total Fat 1g 2% Saturates Fat 0.3g 2% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 42mg 2% Total Carbohydrates 56g 19% Dietary Fiber 19g 76% Sugar 0g Protein 21g 42% Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 6% Iron 35% Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calories diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Benefits:
It is loaded with protein, fibre, magnesium, calcium, B vitamins and folate that boost overall health. Rich in essential nutrients masoor dal promotes skin health and prevents acne. Good source of dietary fibre regulates blood sugar spike. Abundant in protein, mineral and antioxidants masoor dal help to boosts immunity.