How many calories are in Dal tadka?
Dal tadka contains 42 calories per serving (2% of the 2,000 kcal daily value), with 2g fat, 4g carbs, and 2g protein. This nutritional data is based on AI-powered meal analysis by SimpliFit.
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How many calories and nutrients are in Dal tadka
Nutritional value of Dal tadka per 100 grams
What's inside Dal tadka
| Ingredient | Amount | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow split pigeon peas (toor dal), cooked | 20g | 120 kcal | 5g | 5g | 20g |
| Ghee (tadka/tempering) | 1g | 1,300 kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g |
| Garlic, chopped (in tadka) | 1g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Onion, sautéed (part of tadka) | 1g | 200 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Green chili, sliced (tadka) | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Tomato, chopped (in dal) | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Cumin seeds (tadka) | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| No mustard seeds | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Turmeric powder (in dal) | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Salt (negligible macronutrients) | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Fresh cilantro garnish | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
Where do the calories in Dal tadka come from
How Dal tadka fits into your daily diet
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Carbs | 4g | 1% |
Based on a 2,000 kcal daily reference diet.
How long it takes to burn off the calories from Dal tadka
Estimates for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. Actual values vary by body weight and intensity.
Common questions about Dal tadka
How many calories are in Dal tadka?
A full serving of Dal tadka contains approximately 42 kcal. The total serving weighs about 23g. Per 100 grams, that works out to 182.6 kcal.
Is Dal tadka good for weight loss?
Dal tadka has a moderate calorie density at 182.6 kcal per 100g. It can fit into a weight loss diet when eaten in sensible portions. Pair it with vegetables or a salad to add volume without many extra calories.
How much protein is in Dal tadka?
A serving of Dal tadka provides about 2g of protein from a total serving weight of 23g. That is 8.7g of protein per 100g, which covers roughly 4% of the recommended daily intake of 50g.
What is the easiest way to track Dal tadka calories?
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How does Dal tadka compare to similar meals?
| Meal | Weight | Calories | Protein | compared to this |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Dal | 835g | 590.0 | 24g | +548 kcal, more protein |
| Moong Dal Soup | 707g | 170.0 | 12.1g | +128 kcal, more protein |
| Dal Gobi | 505g | 519.0 | 25.6g | +477 kcal, more protein |
| Yellow Lentil Dal | 290g | 385.0 | 16.5g | +343 kcal, more protein |
| Toor dal | 217g | 318.6 | 13.1g | +276 kcal, more protein |