Moong Dal Kosambari

Name: Moong Dal Kosambari
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal; 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1/4 cup fresh coconut, grated; 1 green chili, minced; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp mustard seeds; 8 fresh curry leaves

A refreshing South Indian salad featuring soaked split yellow moong dal, crunchy cucumber, fresh grated coconut, and a warm mustard seed tempering.

20 minEasyServes 4150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 cup split yellow moong dal
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup fresh coconut, grated
1 green chili, minced
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
8 fresh curry leaves

Instructions

1

Soak 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal in water for 1 hour, then drain completely.
2

In a large bowl, combine soaked 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal, 1 cup diced cucumber, 1/4 cup grated fresh coconut, 1 minced green chili, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
3

Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/2 tsp salt, tossing well to mix.
4

Heat 1 tsp vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat, then add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds and 8 fresh curry leaves until the seeds pop.
5

Pour the warm tempered oil over the salad, toss thoroughly, and serve immediately.

Questions

How long does Moong Dal Kosambari keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Moong Dal Kosambari?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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