Masoor Dal
Masoor Dal is a lentil split without skin and comes in reddish-orange color. It is common in Indian cooking and boasts high nutritional value. Masoor dal is power-packed with nutrients and has immeasurable benefits. The benefits of masoor dal had been recognised in the centuries past and thus it has constituted as an important part of Indian cuisine.
BENEFITS OF MASOOR DAL:
- Masoor Dal contain high levels of protein, including essential amino acids isoleucine and lysine and are an essential source of inexpensive protein diet.
- It helps to lower the cholesterol and helps in managing blood sugar levels sinc their high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal.
- They are good source of potassium,iron,fibre,floate,vitamin B1 and minerals.
- Lentils are rich in flavones, a class of antioxidants with antioxidant properties. Studies have proved that regular consumption of lentils can reduce the risk of breast cancer.
According to the USDA (United States Department Of Agriculture) the nutrition content in a serving or cup of Masoor dal is:
- Calories -230 kcal
- Total Fat-1g
- Total Carbohydrate-40g
- Protein -18g
- Fibre -16g
- Potassium-738 mg
- Folate -358mg
- Iron -6.6mg
- Magnesium -36mg
- Potassium -738mg
- Vitamin B6 -0.3mg