Chana Dal with Lauki
Chana Dal Lauki
Split chickpea lentils with bottle gourd. Lauki is 96% water -- adds bulk without calories. Chana dal has lowest GI of all dals.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Servings
3
Calories
195 kcal
Nutrition Per Serving
195
kcal
11g
Protein
30g
Carbs
3g
Fat
0g
Fiber
Calorie Breakdown
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chana dal(Chana Dal)
- 1 cup Bottle gourd(Lauki)
- 1 small Onion(Pyaaz)
- 1 medium Tomato(Tamatar)
- ½ tsp Cumin seeds(Jeera)
Method
- 1
Soak chana dal for 30 minutes. Pressure cook until soft.
- 2
Temper cumin seeds in ghee.
- 3
Saute onion and tomato with turmeric and chilli powder.
- 4
Add cubed lauki and cook until tender.
- 5
Add cooked dal, amchur, salt, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Health Benefits
- Chana dal has the lowest GI of all dals
- Lauki is 96% water -- adds bulk without calories
Ayurvedic Properties
Dosha Effect
Tridoshic
Best Season
Summer, All seasons
Agni Effect
Light, easy to digest
Helpful For
Tip: Lauki (96% water) bulks dal without calories. Chana dal: lowest GI of all dals.
Source: Two Sciences One Plate - Chapter 31
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