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Masoor Dal is a very important part of vegetarian diet in Indian Cuisine.

Masoor Dal contains high level of protein. It also contains fibre, folate, vitamin B1 and minerals.It helps to lower the cholesterol and helps in managing blood sugar. It is a good source of calcium, potassium and iron.It is rich in antioxidants.

Masoor dal is cooked generally in the form of curry. It can be served with rice or roti. It can  also be combined with various vegetables. It can be cooked with rice in the form of khichdi or pulav. Lentil soup is a famous recipe in  international cuisine.

The dal needs very little time to cook. It is very soft and cooks quickly.