Authentic Kerala-Style Sprouted Moong Dal Salad

10 Minutes

easy

1 - 2 Servings

Looking for a nutritious and delicious salad that’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor? This traditional Kerala-style sprouted moong dal salad is a perfect choice! With just a handful of ingredients and no cooking required, this salad is a time-saving option for health-conscious food lovers. Sprouted moong dal is the star of this dish, offering a nutrient-rich base filled with vitamins, minerals, and proteins. The salad features finely grated carrots for a pop of color and texture, freshly grated coconut for a rich, authentic taste, and a touch of green chilies for a subtle kick. Aromatic curry leaves and a tempering of coconut oil, mustard seeds, and dried red chilies elevate the dish, giving it a signature Kerala flavor that’s irresistible. This salad is highly customizable—add fresh pomegranate seeds, kiwi, cucumber, or cooked beetroot to create your own twist. Finish with Himalayan salt and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing zing. Whether you’re managing your weight or simply exploring new culinary delights, this sprouted moong dal salad is a wholesome addition to your meal plan. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or snack, this salad will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Try this vibrant, healthy recipe today and bring the flavors of Kerala to your table!
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Ingredients

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1 Cup Moong Dal
2 Tbsp Grated Carrot
1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Coconut
1 Tsp Chopped Green Chilies
1 Tsp Mustard Seeds
1 Dried Red Chili
A Few Curry Leaves
1 Tsp Coconut Oil
Himalayan Sat to Taste
Optional A Splash of Lime Juice
Optional A Few Pomegranate Seeds
Optional Cucumber As Desired
Optional Kiwi As Desired

Directions

1.
Soak 1 cup of moong dal overnight.
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2.
Wrap the soaked dal in a cheesecloth or kitchen towel and hang it to sprout for about 8 hours.
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3.
Add sprouted moong dal to a bowl.
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4.
Mix in grated carrots, grated coconut, green chilies, and Himalayan salt.
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5.
Heat coconut oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, dried red chili, and curry leaves.
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6.
Pour the tempering over the salad and mix well.
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7.
Optionally, add lime juice, pomegranate seeds, or cucumber for additional flavors.
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8.
Serve fresh.
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