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Carrot Moong Dal Kosambari

A refreshing South Indian salad made with grated carrots, soaked moong dal, and finished with a fragrant coconut oil tempering. This healthy, crunchy salad is perfect as a side dish or light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings (80g each)
Calories 112 kcal
Protein4 g
Fiber4 g
Fat4 g
Carbohydrates16 g

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small pan

Ingredients
 
 

For the Salad:

  • 2 cups carrots grated
  • ¼ cup split moong dal yellow, soaked for 30 minutes
  • ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves chopped

For Tempering (Tadka):

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2-3 green chilies slit lengthwise
  • 8-10 curry leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon asafoetida (hing)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base:

  • Wash and soak ¼ cup split moong dal in water for 30 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
    moong dal soaking in a mixing bowl with water on a table
  • Peel and grate 2 cups carrots using a fine grater. Place in a mixing bowl.
  • Add the drained moong dal to the grated carrots. Mix in ¼ teaspoon salt.
    Grated orange carrots mixed with soaked yellow moong dal in a white mixing bowl for South Indian kosambari

Make the Tempering:

  • In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil over medium heat.
  • Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add ½ teaspoon cumin seeds.
  • Add 2-3 green chilies, 8-10 curry leaves, and ¼ teaspoon asafoetida (hing). Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Finish it off by adding 2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves.
    Step-by-step tempering process with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies sizzling in coconut oil
  • Pour the hot tempering over the carrot-moong dal mixture.

Final Steps:

  • Toss everything together until well combined.
  • Let the kosambari sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Don't over-soak the moong dal - it should retain its crunch. Can add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.
Best consumed fresh, within 2-3 hours of preparation, or store in an airtight container for later use. It lasts 3-4 days.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
Carrot Moong Dal Kosambari
Serving Size
 
1 serving (80g each)
Amount per Serving
Calories
112
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
5
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Sodium
 
269
mg
12
%
Potassium
 
216
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
39
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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