Warm Yellow Lentil Rice Salad (Moong Dal Chaat)

Name: Warm Yellow Lentil Rice Salad (Moong Dal Chaat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Roasted Cumin Powder; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; Yello Lentil Rice Salad; 1 cup split mung beans (moong dal); 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 2 cups water; 1 lemon; 1/2 English Cucumber, cut into small dice; 2 medium tomatoes, cut into small dice; 1/2 red onion, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds and membranes removed if you don't want it too hot); 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped; chaat masala to taste; roasted cumin powder to taste; 2 cups cooked basmati rice

Servings: persons

Roasted Cumin Powder
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
Yello Lentil Rice Salad
1 cup split mung beans (moong dal)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups water
1 lemon
1/2 English Cucumber, cut into small dice
2 medium tomatoes, cut into small dice
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds and membranes removed if you don't want it too hot)
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
chaat masala to taste
roasted cumin powder to taste
2 cups cooked basmati rice

1
["Roast cumin in a dry skillet over medium heat until it turns a shade darker and starts to smoke slightly - 5-7 minutes.", "Let the seeds cool slightly and then crush in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. It keeps well for up to a month - even longer really but the smoky flavor will start to fade. This powder is used often in salty lassi (refreshing Indian yogurt drink) and would also be smashing in a good, old American chili.", "Put the lentils in a small bowl and cover with water. Run your hands through the lentils and then dump out the water. Rinse in this way another 3 times.", "Put the rinsed lentils in your pressure cooker and add water, salt and turmeric.", "Put the lid on the cooker and turn the heat on to high. As soon as the pressure cooker sounds, turn the gas off and let the cooker return to normal pressure covered. Your dal is ready!
2
If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can also cook the lentils on the stove top. Just simmer for 30-40 minutes in a dutch oven until the lentils are totally tender.", "To assemble - ladle about a cup of lentils on your plate. Sprinkle with chaat masala and crushed roasted cumin. Also sprinkle over the juice of 1/4 of the lemon", "Next layer on the onion, tomatoes, cucumber and jalepeno. This is all to taste to so add more of what you love and leave off anything you don't care for.", "Lastly top with a thin layer of rice and sprinkling of fresh cilantro."]

453

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Roasted Cumin Powder, 1 tablespoon cumin seeds, Yello Lentil Rice Salad, 1 cup split mung beans (moong dal), and more.

Yes, Warm Yellow Lentil Rice Salad (Moong Dal Chaat) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!