Moong Soup

1. Mung, Moong, Whole green gram, Mung beans : Mung is rich in Folate, Vitamin B9 or Folic Acid helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially  red blood cells. Being rich in Antioxidants like Flavonoids, mung reduces the damage done by free radicals to the blood vessels and lowers inflammation. 
2. They help in the free flow of blood and good for heart. As Moong is low in fat and high in protein and fibre, eating mung beans will keep you fuller for a longer time and great for weight loss. Lentils and beans are Antioxidants which are known to reduce blood pressure. See detailed benefits of moong. 
    

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1. To make moong soup recipe | whole green moong dal soup | healthy diabetic moong soup | put the moong in a deep bowl and add enough water. Cover and soak the moong for 8 hours. 
   
2. Drain the moong and keep aside.
   
3. Take a pressure cooker and add 3 cups of water to it.
   
4. Add the moong to the pressure cooker.
   
5. Pressure cook the moong for 3 whistles. Allow the steam to escape naturally before opening the lid. Do not drain the water. This water is loaded with nutrients leached out from the moong daal and we are going to use it for our Moong Soup.
   
6. Blend the moong using a hand blender till smooth. Keep aside.
   
7. Take a deep non-stick pan and heat the oil in it.
   
8. Add the cumin seeds. Cumin provides warmth and earthiness. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida. It provides the required pungency to the Moong Soup and adds to its health benefits.
   
9. Now add the green chillies to spice up the Moong soup.
   
10. Add the curry leaves and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
    
11. Now it’s time to add the blended moong mixture.
    
12. Add the salt to taste.
    
13. Add 1 cup of water and mix well.
    
14. Cook on a medium fame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
15. Add the lemon juice to give your moong soup | whole green moong dal soup | healthy diabetic moong soup | a hint of tanginess and mix well.
    
16. Serve the Moong Soup hot garnished with a sprig of coriander.
    

1. Moong Soup – A Protein Boost for Weight Watchers.   A smooth blended mixture of whole gram with a hint of Indian tadka and a garnish of coriander, is what describes this Moong Soup perfectly. Soak the moong, pressure cook it, blend it and temper it – that’s all you need to do to have a hot cup of nourishing bowl on your table. Packed with protein, this soup helps to nourish the cells of your body. A protein rich soup also increases your metabolism and help to lose weight. Top it up with some grated paneer for added protein. This soup also fits very well in the meal plan of a diabetic, heart patient and those suffering from hypertension. Simply remember to use salt sparingly if you have been advised to do so. Serve it with a healthy salad like Rocket Leaves Zucchini Red Pumpkin Salad or Baby Spinach and Apple Salad in Curd Lemon Dressing to make a wholesome and satiating weight loss Indian dinner.