LENTILS

LENTILS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS OF LENTIL:

Excellent source of plant based protein: As previously mentioned, red lentils are a good source of proteins. 1 bowl (about 50g) of cooked red lentil contains 12 g of protein which basically translates to 30% of your recommended daily protein intake. Thus making it an awesome source of plant based protein for vegans and vegetarians.
Good source of fiber : lentils, are a very good source of fiber. 1 cup of cooked lentil contains 15g of fiber which translates to about 45% of your recommended daily fiber intake.
High in essential minerals: lentils are a good source of Iron and magnesium
Low in calories :lentils are perfect for those watching their calorie intake. 1 bowl of cooked dal contains only 168 calories.
Rich in vitamins : lentils serve as a good source of of vitamins especially folate which is a type of B vitamin.

With the increasing awareness of the benefits of plant based diet, various previously ignored ingredients have come to the limelight now.

Lentils are one such entity which has been around since ages. We have always been told to finish our bowl of dal so that we get our dose of proteins.

It could be urad dal (black lentil), masoor dal (red lentil), toor dal (yellow lentil) etc. But did you know that apart from being rich in proteins, lentils have a host of other health benefits as well?

Among these lentils, red lentil or masoor dal is one of the most widely used lentils owing to its ease of use. It is highly nutritious and flavourful thus making it an ideal choice for healthy everyday cooking.

This low calories and high protein superfood is also a great alternative to refined flour which has zero nutrients.