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Low Calorie Dals, Kadhis recipes
Last Updated : Jul 11,2023



लो कैलोरी दाल | पौष्टिक लो कैलोरी कढ़ी - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Low Calorie Dals, Kadhis recipes in Hindi)
દાળ / કઢી વાનગીઓ ઓછી કેલરી - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Low Calorie Dals, Kadhis recipes in Gujarati)

Low calorie Dals | Low cal Kadhis |

low calorie dals. low calorie kahdis. Low Cal Dals and Kadhis are protein rich accompaniments and form an integral part of Indian main meals. Each state has its own way of making dals using different combinations of spices and masalas. 

Khatta Urad Dal ( Zero Oil Urad Dal Recipe) 

Khatta Urad Dal ( Zero Oil Urad Dal Recipe)

Like moving towards west, they predominantly use coriander powder and cumin seeds powder, and towards south there is abundance use of rasam powder or sambhar powder, while the north zone has garam masala as their secret masala.

Here in this section you will find an array of dals from all these regions.

Spicy Yellow Moong DalSpicy Yellow Moong Dal

These dals and kadhis are a good way to add many nutrients to our diet like.

1. Protein

2. Iron

3. Fiber

4. Folate



Low Calorie Dals

Dal Moghlai
Dal Moghlai

1. We have Hariyali Dal made with 1 tsp of oil.

Hariyali Dal ( Cooking with 1 Teaspoon Oil)
 Hariyali Dal ( Cooking with 1 Teaspoon Oil)

2. Then we have Dahiwala Toovar Dal made with Zero Oil and low fat curds.

Dahiwali Toovar DalDahiwali Toovar Dal

3. Dal Makhani is the most popular dal in Punjab and can be made with low fat milk and only 1 tsp of oil.

Low Calorie Dal Makhani
Low Calorie Dal Makhani

4. Then we can have the Fatless Maa Ki Dal which does not use high fat butter.

Fatless Maa ki DalFatless Maa ki Dal

5. Have your low cal Rasam (only 59 calories per serving) with some Buckwheat Dosa (92 calories) to complete a super healthy Breakfast. We have also some low cal Green Chutney to accompany this.

Buckwheat DosaBuckwheat Dosa

Low Calorie Kadhis

Radish Koftas in KadhiRadish Koftas in Kadhi

Kadhis also have no limits. Here are a few low calorie options you can rely on and add to your low cal diet without guilt.

1. Try healthy low calorie kadhis like Subzi Kadhi which will boost your diet with fibre and low calorie vegetables like cauliflower and French beans.

2. Sprouts Kadhi is a great way to add protein in your menu, have it with your choice of phulkas or roti to increase the protein quality.

Sprouts KadhiSprouts Kadhi

3. Tamatar ki Kadhi is a nice tangy kadhi and is packed with an antioxidant lycopene which has many health benefits.

Tamatar ki KadhiTamatar ki Kadhi

Enjoy these simple healthier low calories dals and kadhis a part of your meals for lunch or dinner and other low calorie articles below.

Happy Cooking!!!

Low Calorie, Weight Loss Basic Recipes

Low Calorie Dinner

Low Calorie Dips, Sauces

Low Calorie Drinks

Garam MasalaGaram Masala

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Turai Aur Moong ki Dal
Recipe# 3577
03 Apr 19
 
56
calories
per
 by Tarla Dalal
Turai is disliked by many of us due to its unusual appearance. It is actually one of those vegetables that absorbs other flavours beautifully and has been made more delicious and nutritious by addition it to moong dal. Moong dal is one of the easiest dals to digest and also provides plenty of prot ....
Vaal Dalimbi
Recipe# 22202
05 Jul 23
 
149
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Most Maharashtrian Subzis are made using lots of coconut paste. Here's a delicious but healthy exception that uses only 2 tablespoons of coconut, thereby making it low in calories and fat. Sprouting Vaal helps increase its vitamin and mineral content and makes it easily digestible too.
Dal Moghlai ( Low Cholesterol Recipe)
Recipe# 5292
09 Dec 22
 
130
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
If you wish to pamper yourself, there is no better way than to cook yourself some luxuriant Moghlai food! Moghlai cuisine is generally quite rich, with abundant use of spices and dairy products like ghee, cream and butter. However, we have ....
Spicy Yellow Moong Dal, Healthy Indian Moong Dal
Recipe# 22174
08 Feb 22
 
72
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
spicy yellow moong dal recipe | healthy moong dal | Indian moong dal for weight loss | with 25 amazing images. spicy yellow moong dal recipe | healthy moong dal | ....
Sambhar
Recipe# 3578
01 Jul 21
 
151
calories
per
 by Tarla Dalal
The aromatic flavours of this traditional South Indian dish are truly irresistible. The speciality of this sambhar is that it is made with minimal oil and loads of vegetables which enhance its nutritive value. When served hot with Nutritious Stuffed Idlis, it makes a meal that is very hard to resi ....
Khatta Urad Dal ( Zero Oil Urad Dal Recipe)
Recipe# 22173
02 Feb 21
  This recipe has an associated video
192
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
A lip-smacking preparation of wholesome urad dal, perked up with calcium-rich curds and pungent ginger, garlic pastes. Although it makes use of minimal ingredients, the Khatta Urad Dal has a distinct, tongue-tickling flavour that you are sure to relish. The highlight of this recipe, as t ....
Panch Phoron Moong Dal
Recipe# 41363
11 Jul 23
 
95
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
panch phoron moong dal recipe | Bengali moong dal | healthy moong dal for diabetes and kidney | with 27 amazing images. A no-fuss recipe from the Bengali repertoire, panch phoron moong dal ....
Fatless Maa ki Dal
Recipe# 7464
12 Apr 15
 
139
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Think dal and the first thing that comes to mind is mother’s cooking. While moms are generally fond of pampering their children with oodles of ghee and butter, we must learn to tone down on these fatty ingredients as we grow up! So, here a fatless version of Maa ki Dal, which not only retains the s ....
Rasam, South India Rasam, Home Made Rasam
Recipe# 3575
11 Nov 20
 
59
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
rasam recipe | South Indian rasam | restaurant style rasam | how to make rasam with rasam powder | South Indian rasam is the basic recipe cooked in every househol ....
Palak Toovar Dal ( Calcium Rich Recipe)
Recipe# 4804
14 Jun 14
 
119
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Spinach and toovar dal used for this mildly spiced recipe, makes this dal a rich calcium source. Serve hot with roti or rice.
Palak Kadhi
Recipe# 22178
23 Mar 13
 
61
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Ever thought of making kadhi with an infusion of palak? Sounds strange, but tastes and looks very interesting. Palak purée and green paste imparts flavouir along with a bright green colour and vitamin A to the dish. You can skip the garlic if you do not like its flavour. Serve with a bowl of brown r ....
Healthy Sprouts Kadhi for Weight Loss
Recipe# 33003
13 Aug 21
  This recipe has an associated video
108
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
sprouts kadhi recipe | healthy mixed sprouts kadhi | sprouts kadhi for weight loss | with 26 amazing images. sprouts kadhi recipe | healthy mixed sprouts kadhi | ....
Vaal ki Usal, Maharashtrian Dalimbi Usal
Recipe# 3964
01 Feb 22
 
195
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
vaal ki usal recipe | dalimbi usal | Maharashtrian birda usal | with 44 amazing images. vaal ki usal recipe | dalimbi usal | Maharashtrian bir ....
Methiche Varan ( Weight Loss After Pregnancy )
Recipe# 33048
11 Jan 19
 
109
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
It is right to be concerned about shedding your pregnancy weight after delivery, but you surely do not have to worry about losing variety or flavour in the foods you have! Methiche Varan is a perfect example. An authentic Maharashtrian dal reverberating with all the flavours that the desi palate yea ....
Hariyali Dal
Recipe# 22369
22 Feb 12
 
 by Tarla Dalal
Masoor Dal cooked with lots of greens and just the right amount of spices, this Hariyali Dal is ideal for those with acidity . A simple paste of minimal, everyday ingredients turns out to be so effective in flavouring this dal, ....
Steamed Palak Pakoda Kadhi
Recipe# 4064
07 Jul 15
 
118
calories
per
serving
 
by Tarla Dalal
The palak pakodas in this recipe are steamed in a steamer and not deep-fried. The curd and besan combination makes the kadhi a rich source of protein and calcium too. Just by not deep-frying the pakodas, reducing the use of fat and by replacing full-fat curds with low-fat curds, the calorie co ....
Mixed Vegetable Dal
Recipe# 33002
21 Dec 18
 
101
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
This irresistible Mixed Vegetable Dal is a chock-full of nutritious vegetables like kaddu, gavarfali and baingan along with a combination of toovar and masoor dals, which makes a wholesome meal in its own right. Instead of cooking the vegetables in oddles of oil, we have cooked them in water to red ....
Baitha Varan
Recipe# 22172
23 Mar 13
 
164
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
The green paste gives this otherwise simple dish a complete makeover! It increases the vitamin A content, while the vegetables add fibre. Vitamin A increases immunity and also nourishes our skin and improves vision. Despite the interesting flavour and health benefits, this dish is surprisingly easy ....
Radish Koftas in Kadhi
Recipe# 3572
26 Nov 12
 
163
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
This simple combination of radish and low fat curds needs only steamed rice to complete your meal. You can adjust the consistency of the kadhi by varying the amount of water and besan. The radish koftas are steamed and not deep fried in the kadhi. It is also a good way to add vegetables in your diet ....
Karela Kadhi
Recipe# 3504
20 Aug 11
 
67
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Another karela delicacy - an innovative calcium rich kadhi! Keep in mind however that the karelas must be well cooked before adding the curds and spices to remove most of its bitterness. Enjoy it unusual flavours.
Panchratni Dal ( Eat Well Stay Well Recipes )
Recipe# 33452
01 Jan 1900
 
160
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Panchratni dal, the dish is a blend of dals with spices; it is a tasty accompaniment to rice, rich in protein, iron and calcium. Calcium decreases as you age and hence needs constant supply whereas iron is required to maintain hemoglobin levels, especially for women.
Tamatar ki Kadhi
Recipe# 3574
03 May 22
 
52
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Like many other dishes, kadhi differs from region to region. This Sindhi Kadhi is a rather special one as it is made using tomatoes. Tomatoes are very low in calories and provide plenty of vitamin A which required for a glowing skin and healthy vision. I assure you that your family will relish this ....
Subzi Kadhi
Recipe# 22177
23 Mar 13
 
113
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Popular with many, this kadhi is my favourite too. Medley of vegetables make this kadhi interesting and delicious. It is a complete meal when served with steaming hot rice as is full of veggies, curds providing all the necessary nutrients. As being low in calor ....
Suva Masoor Dal ( Weight Loss After Pregnancy )
Recipe# 33047
20 Aug 09
 
114
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Suva masoor dal, a perfect combination with steaming rice, this low- cal spicy dal is perfect to get back to pre-pregnancy shape. Dill leaves and garlic add flavour and iron, turmeric is a well-known anti-bacterial agent, while masoor dal strengthens muscles which become weak after delivery.
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