This nourishing red lentil dahl is the perfect hormone-supportive meal for peri/menopause. Packed with plant-based protein and fibre, it helps support healthy blood sugar levels, improves insulin sensitivity, and keeps you feeling fuller for longer, important for managing weight and energy in midlife. The fibre content also supports gut health and regularity while helping to lower cholesterol and protect cardiovascular health, which becomes increasingly important during this life stage. A delicious way to fuel your body and support your hormones naturally.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed well
- 2 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp dried chilli flakes
- ½ tsp sea salt
Method:
Add lentils to a large saucepan with 1 1/2 cups of water, with onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric powder, chilli powder, and cumin and bring to a boil.
Turn the heat down to a simmer, cover, and cook for around 15 minutes until the water has been absorbed and the lentils are cooked through.
Add coconut milk and the remaining water and stir.
Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes, then season with sea salt. Blend half the dahl and pour it back into the saucepan.
Serve your dahl topped with some fresh herbs like coriander or spices with some warm flat bread.
TIP: Try this tasty spice topping for your dahl. In a frying pan over medium heat add 1 Tbsp olive oil, and fry 1 tsp mustard seeds, ½ tsp cumin seeds, and ½ tsp red chilliflakes, until the seeds start to pop, then spoon over your dahl. Serves 4.