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Spinach Dal Instant Pot Recipe

This Spinach Dal recipe is a nutritious and delicious dish made with yellow lentils and fresh spinach, cooked quickly and easily in an Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Pan
  • Spatula

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow lentils (toor dal)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 cups chopped spinach

Instructions: 

  • Rinse the lentils and add them to the Instant Pot with water. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, then do a quick release.
  • In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Add tomatoes, turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
  • Add the cooked lentils to the pan along with chopped spinach. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  • Serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes:

This dish is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Adjust the spices according to your taste.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Healthy, Instant Pot, Spinach Dal
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