Indian lentil recipes turn simple pantry staples into deeply flavorful, comforting meals. This collection brings together 17 satisfying dishes with different spices, textures, and regional influences.
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Dal Makhani Recipe
Make this Dal makhani with whole urad dal/mungo beans/black lentils or with split black lentil.
Indian Lentil Soup Recipe
Flavorful not hot spicy Indian lentil soup with split red Masoor dal lentils, a couple of spices and other Indian food ingredients.
Instant Multigrain Pesto Dosa (Savory Indian Crepes)
Instant Multigrain Pesto Dosa (Savory Indian Crêpes) vegan and gluten-free dosa (crêpes) make a delicious and quick breakfast or meal recipe.
Garlic Scape Dal (Lentil Curry)
Serve up this delicious + fragrant Garlic Scape Dal (Lentil Curry) with rice, roti or naan for a quick weeknight meal! VEGAN / Gluten-Free!
Ginger Coconut Red Lentil Soup Recipe
Wholesome and nutritious lentil soup with ginger, coconut, lime juice, and curry paste. Stuffed with flavors.
Baked Masala Vada (Chickpea fritters)
The next time it rains, make a batch of this BAKED Masala Vada. It’s just as crispy as the deep-fried version! Vegan. Gluten free. Yumm.
Curried Black Lentil (Urad) Soup
Black lentils, curry leaves, black mustard seeds, onions, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, lemon juice, and spices brings this delicious, hearty, flavorful Curried Black Lentil Soup!
Masoor daal halwa - Red Lentils Pudding
Celebrate Indian festivals with this rich, divine and toothsome Masoor Daal Halwa, which is prepared with Massor Daal - red lentils, ghee and sugar and its taste enhanced with aromatic spices such as cardamom! More
Mixed Lentils and Suva Bhaji Dal
Relish this delicious and nutritious Mixed Lentils and Suva Bhaji Dal with steamed rice or hot phulka roti and experience its outstanding taste! This dal is packed with so many depths of flavor and is wonderful.
Mango Dal
Protein packed comfort food—lentils with sweet and juicy mangoes! This meal is a hit with both kids and adults, and perfect for fall!
Goan Masoor Dal Recipe
A comforting one-pot Goan Masoor Dal recipe with deep flavors, packed with nutrients, and perfect for everyday meals to lift your spirits.
Lentil Dip
This flavorful Red Lentil Dip is a wonderful appetizer version of Indian Dal dishes. Great for dipping flat bread triangles or veggie sticks.
Baked Olive Lentil Fritters aka “Dal Vada”
Baked Olive Lentil Fritters aka “Dal Vada” made with lentils and California Black Ripe Olives. A Recipe Redux Sponsored Contest.
South Indian Sambar Recipe
South Indian Sambar, all vegan with your choice of vegetables or lentils. Great for weight-loss, the stew/curry is low in calories.
Indian-fusion Black Truffle Dal
Transform the quintessential Indian comfort food, Rice and Dal into a gourmet indulgence with Black Truffle slices - Black Truffle Dal!
Sweet Potato Lentil Kebabs - Sweet Potato Cakes
Sweet Potato and Lentil Kebabs: a kebab recipe using a mix of lentils, sweet potatoes, and spices. Serve as is or with toasted flatbread or plain crackers along with dip or sauce of choice.
Nourishing Mung Bean Coconut Milk Dessert
Mung beans, prepared in coconut milk and lightly sweetened, make for a nourishing protein-packed dessert or breakfast.