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Simple Red Lentil Dal & Rice

Soft, spiced red lentils with tomato and onion, served with rice. Among the cheapest meals you can make.

25 min total1 serving463.3 kcal / serving
high-fibrebudgetfamily-friendlycomfort-food

463.3

Calories

22.7g

Protein

78.2g

Carbs

7.7g

Fibre

7.8g

Fat

Ingredients

  • 80g dry red lentils (200g cooked)
  • half a small onion, chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp rapeseed oil
  • 100g cooked rice

Method

  1. 1Fry the onion in the oil for 3 minutes, then add the garlic and curry powder.
  2. 2Add the tomato, lentils and 400ml water.
  3. 3Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring now and then, until thick.
  4. 4Serve with the rice.

Swaps and tips

  • A squeeze of lemon and a handful of spinach at the end add freshness and iron.

Around £0.57 per serving at supermarket own-brand prices (estimate).

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