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Yellow Moong Salad

A healthy, easy-to-make Indian yellow moong salad — protein-rich, fibre-packed and perfect for a light meal or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Indian, Vegetarian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup yellow moong dal (split moong) washed and soaked 30 min or more
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro) chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • salt to taste salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper powder optional
  • 1 tsp olive oil optional, for light dressing

Equipment

  • bowl

Method
 

  1. Wash the yellow moong dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Drain the water and boil the soaked moong dal in fresh water for 4–5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Then drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, add the cooled moong dal, diced cucumber, tomato, chopped onion and coriander.
  4. Sprinkle lemon juice, roasted cumin powder, salt and pepper. If you like, drizzle 1 tsp olive oil. Gently toss everything until well combined.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for fresh crunch and flavour.

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for best crunch. This salad tastes best right after preparation. You can add finely chopped carrots or bell pepper for extra fibre and vitamins.