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Bitter melon and gram lentils

Bitter Melons are both a loved and hated vegetable in most countries, yet their healing powers cannot be denied. Even if you’re not a fan of bitter melon, you may change your mind after trying this dish of bitter melon and gram lentils.
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Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
Keyword: Bitter melon and gram lentils
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 237kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 bitter melons sliced into thin pieces
  • 1 cup of gram lentils boiled
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 tomatoes sliced
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • 2 bitter melons, sliced into thin pieces
  • 1 cup of gram lentils, boiled
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 820mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 5mg