Moong Dal Salad

🛒 Ingredients

• Moong Dal (split yellow lentils) 125 g · 177 kcal
• Cucumber 50 g · 8 kcal
• Tomato 50 g · 9 kcal
• Red Onion 20 g · 8 kcal
• Green Chili 5 g · 2 kcal
• Fresh Cilantro 5 g · 1 kcal
• Lemon Juice 15 g · 4 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Soak the moong dal in water for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 2-3 hours, then drain thoroughly.
2. Boil the soaked moong dal in fresh water for 8-10 minutes until tender but still firm; drain well and let it cool completely.
3. Finely dice the cucumber, tomato, red onion, and green chili. Chop the fresh cilantro.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled moong dal with all the diced vegetables and chopped cilantro.
5. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste; mix gently until all ingredients are well combined.
6. Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or side dish.