Halal Spinach and Lentil Dal (Creamy Indian)

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 8 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves, 1-inch ginger
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds, turmeric, coriander, garam masala
• ½ cup coconut milk or yogurt
• 2 tbsp ghee or oil, fresh cilantro

1. 1Simmer lentils in 3 cups water with turmeric until soft (15-20 minutes).
2. 2Temper cumin seeds in ghee/oil. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and tomato; cook until soft. Add remaining spices.
3. 3Stir in spinach until wilted. Add cooked lentils and coconut milk. Simmer 5-7 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving, approx.): 260 calories, 14g protein, 32g carbs, 9g fat, 10g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.