Here are 10 nutritious Indian dishes you can create with dal.

Dal Fry features yellow lentils sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and spices, finished with a ghee tempering.

Dal Palak combines lentils and spinach with spices for a nutritious blend of protein and iron.

Toor Dal Soup is a light, nutritious soup made from pigeon peas, seasoned with turmeric, ginger, and cumin.

Chana Dal Curry features split chickpeas cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices for a hearty meal.

Dal Makhani is a creamy dish with black lentils and kidney beans in a spiced tomato gravy.

Tadka Dal is a comforting lentil dish seasoned with a spiced tempering of garlic and onions.

Methi Dal features lentils cooked with fenugreek leaves for a unique flavor and added nutrients.

Masoor Dal is a quick and nutritious meal of red lentils cooked with vegetables and spices.

Rajma Dal is a protein-rich kidney bean dish in spicy tomato gravy, commonly served with rice.

Kadhi Pakora is a yogurt-based curry with lentil fritters, blending the flavors of yogurt and lentils.