Calories in Masoor Daal
Masoor Daal has about 190 calories per 1 bowl (200 g), or 95 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 11 g protein, 24 g carbs and 6 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Estimated for a typical home-style recipe. Restaurant and homemade versions vary with oil, ghee and portion size.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 bowl (200 g) | 1 cup (240 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | 190 kcal | 228 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11 g | 13.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 12 g | 24 g | 28.8 g |
| Fat | 3 g | 6 g | 7.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 5.6 g | 6.7 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g | 1.2 g | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 640 mg | 768 mg |
About Masoor Daal
Masoor daal — red lentils boiled with turmeric and salt, then finished with a tarka of oil, cumin, garlic and dried chilli — is the cheapest protein on the Pakistani table. A bowl is about 190 kcal with 11 g protein and 6 g fibre, which is why it keeps you full for so long.
Tip: Without the tarka, daal is barely 60 kcal per 100 g. The tarka is good; just keep it to a tablespoon of oil for a family pot.
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Common questions
How many calories are in masoor daal?+
About 190 kcal per 1 bowl (200 g), or 95 kcal per 100 g. High in fibre and plant protein; the calorie count depends almost entirely on the tarka.
How many calories in 1 cup of masoor daal?+
1 cup (240 g) is roughly 228 kcal with 13.2 g protein, 28.8 g carbs and 7.2 g fat.
How much protein is in masoor daal?+
About 11 g per 1 bowl. It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is masoor daal good for weight loss?+
Masoor Daal is low in calorie density (95 kcal per 100 g), so it fills you up for relatively few calories and fits easily into a weight-loss diet.
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