Dinner
Chicken & Lentil Dal with Greens
Red lentils cooked with tomato, spinach and kale. A high-fibre, high-protein dinner for the whole family.
Serves 1. Ready in about 30 minutes.
409.5
Calories
40.2g
Protein
28.5g
Carbs
6.9g
Fibre
16g
Fat
Method
- 1
Brown the chicken in the ghee for 4 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and cumin and cook 3 minutes.
- 2
Add the tomato, turmeric, lentils and 350ml water. Simmer 15 to 18 minutes until the chicken and lentils are cooked.
- 3
Stir in the spinach until wilted and serve.
Swaps and tips
- Use kale instead of spinach.
- Serve with a small wholemeal roti.
Around £1.27 per serving at supermarket own-brand prices (estimate).
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