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Dal Makhani nutrition

Name: Dal Makhani
Cuisine: Indian

Dal Makhani has approximately 12g protein, 320 calories, 38g carbs, and 14g fat per 1 bowl (200g). The estimated cost is ₹60, which works out to 2.0g protein per ₹10.

Is Dal Makhani good for protein?

Dal Makhani gives 12g protein for 320 calories. That makes it a useful protein option compared with many Indian meals. Use it with the full database when you want to compare protein, calories, cost, and serving size across common foods like dal, paneer, eggs, chicken, idli, dosa, rice, and curd.

Meal swaps for better macros

Plain Masoor Dal: -130 cal, +2g protein. Skip the cream and butter for a leaner version

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