Sweet and Joyful Potato Dahl

Sweet potatoes are a great source of carbohydrates, which are believed to promote the production of serotonin the feel-good brain chemical. Probiotic yoghurt is full of good bacteria, which helps keep the gut healthy and boost the immune system. It is believed that there is a strong link between a healthy gut and a happy brain and that gut bacteria can have a wide ranging effect on brain chemistry. Chickpeas are a great source of iron, which is important for transporting oxygen around the body to support energy levels. A lack of iron will lead to fatigue and a low mood.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil
1 small red onion (approx. 60g), chopped
1 tsp. ground cumin (optional)
1-2 tbsp. medium curry powder
100g red lentils
250g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small chunks
500ml vegetable stock
1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
1 x 400g can chickpeas, drained
1 x 15g bunch pack coriander (optional)
2 tbps. 0% natural probiotic yogurt (e.g. Yeo Valley 0% fat natural yoghurt)
4 ready to eat poppadoms

Preparation time:

5 minutes

Cooking time:

30 minutes

Skill level:

Easy

Serves:

Two

Method

Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and cook for a few mins until softened. Add the spices and cook for 1 minute more, then stir in the lentils, sweet potatoes, stock and chopped tomatoes.
Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 25 minutes until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender. Add the chickpeas, then cook for another 5 minutes.
Season well and serve with yogurt, fresh coriander and poppadoms.

Nutritional information per serving:

kcalories

595

protein

32g

carbs

97g

fat

11.8g

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